The Best Las Vegas Area New Construction Communities For Downsizing

Whether you’re interested in simplifying your life, saving money, or spending less energy maintaining your home, it’s never a bad idea to consider downsizing. Many residents that relocate to the greater Las Vegas area intent on finding a smaller space to call home, and luckily the city has a number of newly constructed communities that are a perfect fit. Areas like Summerlin, MacDonald Highlands, and Henderson all offer gorgeous, modern communities just waiting for new residents to move in and put down roots. With a smaller home you can spend less time worrying about storing items you don’t need and place a greater emphasis on enjoying quality time with family and friends.

SkyVu at MacDonald Highlands

Situated in the private country club community of MacDonald Highlands, SkyVu is a community of luxurious estate homes lush with amenities and premium interior and exterior finishes. SkyVu is poised high above Las Vegas Valley and delivers panoramic views of the Las Vegas skyline. The community is located within the guard-gated country club community of MacDonald Highlands, providing residents with access to the world-class Dragon Ridge golf course as well as countless other amenities, including a state of the art fitness center, sauna, and yoga and pilates studios. Although many homes in the community are quite expanaive, some floor plans at SkyVu feature just two bedrooms with two or three bathrooms, which can be ideal for downsizing while still giving you plenty of space to house friends and family when they visit. Home prices at SkyVu fall between $2M and $5M.

Regency at Summerlin

Regency at Summerlin lies at the intersection of ultra modern contemporary design and luxurious everyday living. The gated community was designed for residents over the age of 55 and serves as the ideal location for those looking to downsize and cut down on home maintenance. Homes are smaller, ranging from 1,600 to 2,300 square feet, but Regency’s 22,000 square foot clubhouse offers amenities that are perfect for enjoying with visiting family and friends. Located only a short drive away from Las Vegas, residents can also take advantage of all of the fine dining, shopping, and entertainment that the city has to offer. Home prices for Regency at Summerlin begin in the mid $700s and go up into the low $1M.

Castellana at Summerlin

Castellana at Summerlin is a brand new gated community surrounded by the glorious Red Rock Canyon and Las Vegas Valley. The contemporary homes at Castella make excellent choices for those looking to downsize; they feature single-story floor plans with open concept layouts that were created with entertaining guests in mind. Castellana is only a short drive away from the bustling heart of the Las Vegas Strip, which menas that local attractions, shopping, entertainment, and world-class dining are all within reach. Homes feature three and four bedrooms, and range between roughly 2,200 to 2,600 square feet. Prices at Castella at Summerlin begin in the low $700s.

Copper Ranch

Copper Ranch is a community perfectly suited to those who are looking to live a fuller life in a smaller home. The Copper Ranch community is located in one of the fastest growing areas in the greater Las Vegas area, and floor plans span 1,500 to 2,000 square feet. Homes are the ideal size for entertaining guests visiting from out of town without an excessive expanse of unnecessary space. Residents can enjoy much lower home maintenance as well as a surrounding area that is rich with parks, shopping, restaurants, and outdoor recreation. Copper Ranch is only a short drive away from the airport, making it easy to travel and even easier for your guests to come visit. Home prices at Copper Ranch span the $400s and feature single-story floor plans. 

Cadence Village

Cadence Village is one of the newest communities in Henderson that offers residents the opportunity to downsize without straying too far from downtown Las Vegas and the Las Vegas strip. Homes range between 1,800 and just under 3,000 square feet, with smaller homes featuring three bedroom layouts that are perfect for entertaining guests from out of town. Residents of Cadaence Village can choose between single-story and two-story floor plans, and home prices start in the mid $300s and go up into the mid $600s.