Category Archive : Development

LAS VEGAS, NV – Howard Hughes Holdings, developer of the Summerlin master-planned community, is currently considering adding a new high-rise condominium complex to the other projects they have erected in the area, including the Downtown Summerlin open-air shopping mall, apartment buildings, a baseball park, and a recently-opened retail shopping center.

David O’Reilly, Howard Hughes Holdings’ CEO, noted that he is weighing the possibility of building a high-rise condo off Sahara Avenue and the 215 Beltway, east of the outdoor mall on a plot of land that the company currently owns.

I think that’s a great use right now,” he said, using the high volume of sales of condos in Summerlin’s The Summit Club affluent guard-gated neighborhood as an example of how these types of housing units are currently in great demand in the region.

O’Reilly also pointed out that the area where they are contemplating building the high-rise is also ripe for retail and rental housing units. Office space is also being considered, although to a lesser degree than in years past due to the fact that COVID-19 was responsible for reducing the need for such accommodations because of the increase in remote work that has persisted following the end of the pandemic.

Located along the Las Vegas Valley’s western side, Summerlin is comprised of 22,500 acres and is home to approximately 130,000 inhabitants, and homes and rental units there are currently fetching some of the highest prices in the region.

Howard Hughes Holdings takes its name from the famed aerospace engineer, business magnate, film producer, and investor; he purchased the community’s initial 25,000 acres – which he originally named “Husite” – in 1952. The community is named after Jean Amelia Summerlin, Hughes’ mother, and years later, Summerlin would go on to become the largest master-planned community in Las Vegas.

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LAS VEGAS, NV – A Southern Nevada property previously in-part owned by the late Siegfried Fischbacher and Roy Horn – the late, famed German-American entertainers who performed an animal-based magic show together in Las Vegas for years as Siegfried and Roy – will be used for an upcoming 100-unit housing project by developer Tri Pointe Homes.

The project site is comprised of 28 acres in the upper northwest Las Vegas Valley’s Kyle Canyon area, along Kyle Canyon Road approximately one mile west of U.S. Highway 95.

Tri Pointe Homes’ plans for the housing development were originally approved in March by the Las Vegas City Council, and in April investment firm Kennedy Lewis Investment Management finalized their purchase of the site for a reported sum of $19 million, according to Clark County records. They then granted Tri Pointe an option to purchase the property needed for their Kyle Canyon Road project, which they accepted.

The land for the project is a patchwork of plots acquired from multiple sellers; among them was Siegfried and Roy, who had sold off 6.7 acres prior to their passings – Siegfried died in 2021 at the age of 81, and Horn died in 2020 at 75 – that would eventually become part of the Tri Pointe site.

The duo had been famous for years for their extravagant magic and white tiger act on the Las Vegas Strip.

The project will create a new subdivision along Kyle Canyon Road – which provides local residents the means to Mount Charleston and back – and represents suburban development creeping ever-outwards from the city of Las Vegas in an attempt to address the region’s growing housing crisis.

Tri Pointe already has a sizable presence in the area. They are currently selling homes in their neighboring Kyle Pointe community for prices starting at $500,000; according to its website, the community boasts “eye-catching architecture, flexible modern interiors, and the promise of outdoor adventure.”

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LAS VEGAS, NV – Ground was broken on Tuesday of this week on Origin at Symphony Park and Cello Tower Residences, a huge mixed-use development in downtown Las Vegas that officials say should serve to address many underserved needs in the city once it is complete.

Spanning six acres within the 61-acre Symphony Park development across from city hall – which also calls Smith Center and the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health home – Origin at Symphony Park and Cello Tower will be comprised of retail businesses, corporate office space, and a luxury residential high-rise condominium tower, the first of its kind constructed in Las Vegas in over 15 years.

The goal of this development – as per builder Red Ridge Development – is to create a full-fledged community within walking distance of the Smith Center for the Performing Arts and Fremont Street Experience.

Retail tenants are already lining up for Origin at Symphony Park, despite construction only having just begun; among them are what is being touted as a national grocery store chain – the name of which will be announced in the near future – which is something that Vegas’ downtown area has been sorely lacking for some time.

Meanwhile, the 32-story Cello Tower – designed by architecture firm Perkins Eastman – will be comprised of eight penthouse suites beginning at $4.5 million, along with an additional 240 one-and-two-bedroom residences that will start at $700,000 and up.

The complex will feature numerous high-end finishes and appliances for its residents in addition to a great many amenities, including an elevated outdoor environment on the 25th floor featuring beautiful landscaping, gorgeous views, and a fountain; an exhibition kitchen and private dining room; pods for barbecues; a hyper-oxygenated resort-style pool; a TV media wall; a pet spa and park; and an entire 7,000-square-foot floor dedicated to wellness, including a full gym and spa facilities.

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Christopher Boyle is an expert investigative journalist for SEARCHEN NETWORKS® and reports for independent news and media organizations in the United States. Christopher keeps a keen-eye on what’s happening in the Vegas real estate market on behalf of Shelter Realty Property Management

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LAS VEGAS, NV – Sales for homes in La Cova, a new guard-gated, master-planned luxury community located in SouthShore Lake Las Vegas, officially commenced this week according to the project’s developer, Tri Pointe Homes Las Vegas.

Tri Pointe Division President Klif Andrews said that La Cova is a waterfront resort-style community whose homes will boast a luxurious European design aesthetic, right in the heart of Nevada.

La Cova introduces a new pinnacle for resort-style living in Las Vegas,” he said. “La Cova is an alluring opportunity for luxury buyers who want every day to feel like a getaway.”

The community’s unique look and feel was in-part designed by Woodley Architectural Group, with La Cova being comprised of 42 residences spread out amongst three enclaves on adjacent peninsulas. 38 homes are located along the shore of Lake Las Vegas, and the remaining four near the community’s edge, adjacent to the SouthShore Country Club golf course.

La Cova is going to be unlike any other place,” Andrews said. “The way we connect homes to the water, it’s like having your own private luxury resort. It gives buyers a rare opportunity to purchase something incredibly unique for our market.”

The homes on-offer in La Cova will offer six different styles to buyers and range in size from 2,800 square-feet to over 4,200 square-feet, with prices ranging between $2 million and $4 million. Designs blend modern-style Tuscan and Mediterranean influences and feature large windows for maximum visibility and backyards with lush, resort-style courtyards.

In addition, there are numerous high-end amenities available for these homes, such as detached casitas, workout rooms, executive offices, club rooms and upper-level balconies. Also, boating, paddle boarding, and many other sport and recreation options are available via the development’s waterfront location.

Shelter Realty Property Management specializes in the areas of  Henderson, Las Vegas and North Las Vegas, NV. Feel free to give us a call at 702.376.7379 so we can answer any questions you may have.

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Christopher Boyle is an expert investigative journalist for SEARCHEN NETWORKS® and reports for independent news and media organizations in the United States. Christopher keeps a keen-eye on what’s happening in the Vegas real estate market on behalf of Shelter Realty Property Management

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LAS VEGAS, NV – Z Life Company, an eco-friendly residential developer that touts themselves as pioneers in sustainable, luxury real estate “focused on innovated structural design and contemporary experience,” broke ground on a new project in Las Vegas’ Arts District this past Friday.

“Midtown Plaza” will be a mixed-use facility comprised of six towers offering condominiums, hotel rooms, apartments, and retail options, located near the intersection of Coolidge Avenue and First Street.

According to Z Life Company Chief Operating Officer Anna Olin, her company has invested a significant sum into the city of Las Vegas, including $300 million for the Midtown Plaza project alone.

Olin noted that while the relatively quiet part of the Arts District located south of Charleston Boulevard has seen a surge in development and an influx of new businesses and foot traffic in recent years – restaurants, coffee shops, and numerous retail stores – the area of the district north of Charleston has not seen the same level of resurgence, having remained “unused for a number of years.”

Z Life Company’s decision to build Midtown north of Charleston reflects the company’s desire to help it rise to the same level of prominence as the rest of the Arts District, Olin said.

Midtown is slated to have 87 residential units – comprised of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and penthouse options – with prices starting at a base level of $299,000, and accompanied by numerous high-end amenities such as energy-efficient appliances, all-electric interiors and access to a shared series of Tesla electric vehicles (EVs).

Midtown will be located at 921 South Main Street, and will be managed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Nevada Properties, with retail sales represented by the Martinez Group.

“Midtown is unlike anything Las Vegas has seen before,” Matthew Martinez of the Martinez Group said. “We’re bringing together everything that makes downtown living exciting – walkable spaces, local businesses and modern design – all while keeping it accessible.”

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Christopher Boyle is an expert investigative journalist for SEARCHEN NETWORKS® and reports for independent news and media organizations in the United States. Christopher keeps a keen-eye on what’s happening in the Vegas real estate market on behalf of Shelter Realty Property Management

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LAS VEGAS, NV – The developers of UnCommons – a huge, 40-acre mixed-used facility in southwestern Las Vegas – announced that construction efforts have officially been completed, although some of the remaining empty land on the property may be used for future projects.

UnCommons – located at Durango Drive and the 215 Beltway in the southwest valley – is essentially a mini-city within a city, consisting of 500,000 square feet of offices, as well as restaurants, health and fitness studios, relaxation options, and over 830 residential units, in addition to The Assembly, an experimental project consisting of a 5,000-square-foot conference and event pavilion.

The Assembly is being touted as a one-of-a-kind addition to the mixed-use development that can host a variety of event types, including talks, community events, and weddings; the space can even be utilized as hub for the facility’s office tenants when needed.

The apartment complex situated within UnCommons – which is dubbed Vestra – is made up of 830 units spread out amongst three towers; in addition, office tenants consist of notable companies such as Draft Kings, CBRE Group Inc, Deloitte and Newmark.

On the storefront side, food and beverage locations include Urth Caffe, Teaspoon, and Amari, and retail businesses are made up of varied businesses such as a luxury candle maker and a hair salon.

The concept behind the $800 million project – which originally broke ground in 2020 – is that it is a space where the various employees working for the businesses located there have numerous solutions to all of their needs – living space, entertainment, exercise, and more – right there at their fingertips.

Matter Real Estate Group partner Jim Stuart said that the UnCommons project is already a rousing success, with 93 percent of the office space leased, along with 90 percent of the retail and restaurant space and 60 percent of Vestra.

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Christopher Boyle is an expert investigative journalist for SEARCHEN NETWORKS® and reports for independent news and media organizations in the United States. Christopher keeps a keen-eye on what’s happening in the Vegas real estate market on behalf of Shelter Realty Property Management

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LAS VEGAS, NV – Recently, ground was broken on PuraVida Senior Living, a new senior housing community in North Las Vegas that is being brought to live via a joint venture between Foresight Housing Partners and nonprofit partner HopeLink of Southern Nevada.

Situated next to Lake Mead West Apartments PuraVida Senior Living will be located upon 3.89 acres of land and will consist of 74 single-story units spread out across 14 buildings. North Las Vegas is in dire need of more supportive housing options for their elderly population to be able to age in place and live independently, and PuraVida will help in addressing that shortcoming.

PuraVida is being paid for by numerous sources, such as HOME MEANS Nevada – American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, Southern Nevada Region Housing Authority project-based vouchers, HOME Grants, and contributions from the project’s developers.

In addition to housing, the PuraVida will also offer a slew of amenities for their residents, such as a community center with a full kitchen, a dog park, unit gardens, open green space and outdoor pickleball courts. Also, the community is specifically located near public transportation routes in an effort to help senior residents get around easily, as well as major retail and shopping options such as Wal-Mart. There are also numerous local employers in the area in case any residents are looking for work.

On-site supportive services will be readily available, including full-time case managers, weekend and holiday staffing, resident engagement programming, and access to health care services as well as other services.

Hassan Chaudhry, President of Foresight Housing Partners, said that no stone was left unturned when it comes to providing for the needs of PuraVida’s residents.

PuraVida Senior Living will provide much-needed, supportive housing to seniors in North Las Vegas,” he said. “This project is designed to not only provide accessible and safe housing, but to create a vibrant community for our senior residents with the support and amenities they deserve.”

Development of PuraVida Senior Living is scheduled to be finished by fall 2026.

Christopher Boyle

Christopher Boyle is an expert investigative journalist for SEARCHEN NETWORKS® and reports for independent news and media organizations in the United States. Christopher keeps a keen-eye on what’s happening in the Vegas real estate market on behalf of Shelter Realty Property Management

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LAS VEGAS, NV – In a move to address the housing crisis in Southern Nevada, the Las Vegas City Council will be reviewing potential zoning changes this week that, if approved, will convert the Desert Pines Golf Club into the largest affordable housing project in the history of the state of Nevada.

In November 2024, a $25 million loan was approved by the Nevada State Infrastructure Bank to finance the initial phase of the redevelopment of the Desert Pines Golf Club to convert the property into a master-planned community dubbed “Desert Pines,” which will be comprised of 1,082 affordable multifamily housing units and 280 market-rate housing units.

In addition, the Desert Pines community will also offer a 10,000-square-foot community center, a 10,000-square-foot early education center, a 30,000-square-foot job training center and 75,000 square feet of commercial space.

The city of Las Vegas owns the 100-acre property that the golf club currently occupies. The Las Vegas City Council announced they will allow the club – located at East Bonanza Road and North Pecos Road along Interstate 11 in the east valley – to continue to operate as normal until the Desert Pines Redevelopment Project is ready to commence construction.

The $25 million loan will be to finance the project’s initial infrastructure, work which will be carried out by the not-for-profit group Urban Strategies and developer McCormack Baron Salazar. However, the main thrust of Desert Pines’ development will be a broad partnership between multiple entities, including the state of Nevada, the city of Las Vegas, Clark County, the AFL-CIO Housing Investment Trust and the Southern Nevada Building Trades Unions.

The development will be carried out in phases, with the first one slated to cost $54.3 million; the overall total cost of the project is anticipated to come in at approximately $450 million, and will provide thousands of jobs throughout its construction.

Shelter Realty Property Management specializes in the areas of  Henderson, Las Vegas and North Las Vegas, NV. Feel free to give us a call at 702.376.7379 so we can answer any questions you may have.

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Christopher Boyle is an expert investigative journalist for SEARCHEN NETWORKS® and reports for independent news and media organizations in the United States. Christopher keeps a keen-eye on what’s happening in the Vegas real estate market on behalf of Shelter Realty Property Management

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LAS VEGAS, NV – The impact of the tariffs instituted by upon Mexico, Canada, and China have already been experienced by the real estate industry in the Las Vegas Valley, causing difficulties for some developers who are now encountering elevated building costs.

Nigro Construction – which has operated in Southern Nevada for four decades, focusing mainly on health care, retail and industrial projects – is one such company, with the commercial contractor’s Vice President of Business Development and Project Management, Cory Frank, noting that they are currently paying more for various building supplies than before.

However, Frank said that costs are rising and falling depending on the circumstances of each project, causing a sense of uncertainty in the industry.

In the Las Vegas commercial construction industry, we’re directly feeling the impact of tariffs on steel and aluminum, both of which come from Mexico and Canada,” he said. “While this is a dynamic situation that continues to change, our subcontractors are currently seeing anywhere from 10-15 percent increases in material costs, with some projections reaching 20-25 percent in the next few weeks.”

Two of the United States’ primary trading partners, Canada and Mexico, have had tariffs on various materials and goods as high as 25 percent imposed upon them by the Trump Admin, with China currently having 10 percent tariffs on certain goods.

Two of the industries in the U.S. that are expected to experience the impact of the tariffs the most are automotive and construction, due to the fact that their main supply chains emanate from the nation’s immediate neighbors to the north and south.

However, Frank said that the construction industry is attempting to roll with the punches and adapt to the increasing costs of doing business by working smarter, not harder.

These increases are impacting budgeting and project timelines, but as a contractor, our priority is making financially responsible choices that help our clients save as much as possible while keeping projects on track,” Frank said. “While tariffs are pushing costs higher, we and our subcontractors are doing our best to stay ahead of them by planning purchases in advance and making smart sourcing decisions.”

Experts note that the tariffs may have a greater impact upon multifamily projects in Las Vegas – as opposed to commercial ones – due to the different materials required, potentially resulting in higher price increases and/or cancellation of projects, which could put a strain on a market already dealing with insufficient housing supply.

Shelter Realty Property Management specializes in the areas of  Henderson, Las Vegas and North Las Vegas, NV. Feel free to give us a call at 702.376.7379 so we can answer any questions you may have.

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Christopher Boyle is an expert investigative journalist for SEARCHEN NETWORKS® and reports for independent news and media organizations in the United States. Christopher keeps a keen-eye on what’s happening in the Vegas real estate market on behalf of Shelter Realty Property Management

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LAS VEGAS, NV – The Otonomus Hotel – which will be opening their doors for business this upcoming June for both short-term reservations and long-term leases – will be offering guests a unique way to ensure a memorable stay each and every time they come: utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to customize and enhance their experience to their exact needs and wants.

The AI-powered hotel and apartment complex – located off the Las Vegas Strip in the vicinity of Allegiant Stadium at the intersection of West Russell Road and South Decatur Boulevard – has started taking bookings for their June 1 opening date.

For those looking to book a short-term stay, prices begin at $329 for a double queen, one-bedroom, fully-furnished residence, with each unit coming with a full kitchen and living space; a 30 percent discount is available for a limited time.

And for those who are looking to become tenants, they will be able to sign a standard 12-month lease for a one bedroom, one bath, 872 square-foot apartment with a starting price of $1,950 per month; two- and three-bedroom apartments are up for grabs as well if a tenant needs more living space.

The “Class A” Otonomus Hotel has 303 units and approximately 1,100 beds – all situated on a 13-acre plot of land – and is comprised of 60 percent hotel rooms and 40 percent apartments. All rooms will boast interconnectivity via a series of doors that can be locked or unlocked by the hotel’s AI algorithm, allowing guests to book the exact number and configuration of rooms they want for their stay, from just one single room all the way up to a six-bedroom penthouse.

The AI – via a downloadable mobile app – will also function as a “personal assistant” that can be used to request cleaning, as well as ordering food, extra towels or toiletries to your room; the requested items will be delivered via a two-way cabinet by the main door of your room, known as an “E-Butler.”

In addition, the AI will keep a permanent record of the guest’s preferences, so if they return even years later, their room will automatically remember the same exact temperature and language preferences, how they take their coffee, food likes/dislikes, and other settings as before, as well as being able to offer personalized entertainment and even the ability to check in and out through their phone.

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Christopher Boyle is an expert investigative journalist for SEARCHEN NETWORKS® and reports for independent news and media organizations in the United States. Christopher keeps a keen-eye on what’s happening in the Vegas real estate market on behalf of Shelter Realty Property Management

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LAS VEGAS, NV – Formerly a quiet neighborhood free of the hustle and bustle of the Las Vegas Strip, the city’s Arts District is now seeing an uptick in foot traffic and activity as two new apartment complexes are currently under construction, with both slated to open next year.

A 337-unit apartment building is currently in the works, courtesy of developer Southern Land Company of Nashville, Tennessee. Located at the intersection of California Avenue and Third Street, the currently-unnamed project will be comprised of three seven-story buildings upon completion, and will offer a two-story fitness center and rooftop deck, in addition to ground-floor commercial and retail space.

According to Alex Woodin, Southern Land Company’s Development Manager, the complex is scheduled to open its doors for business early in 2026.

The second apartment building project that is currently under construction in the Arts District is situated at the corner of Commerce Street and Imperial Avenue, and upon completion will offer 311 apartment units and ground-floor commercial space, as well as tenant amenities such as a large fitness center and resort-style spa facilities that will include saunas.

According to co-developers Cedar Street Companies out of Chicago, Illinois and Bridge Investment Group of Salt Lake City, Utah, the project – which is also currently unnamed – is anticipated to open in the middle of next year.

For a number of years, the Arts District was one of the quieter areas of Las Vegas, with numerous vacant storefronts, empty plots of land, and a general lack of foot traffic; however, recently the neighborhood has seen an influx of businesses – including restaurants, coffee shops, and retail shops – that have attracted more and more people.

And with the Arts District’s growing popularity have come higher rents, not to mention the need for more housing options, which these two in-development projects should help to address.

Shelter Realty Property Management specializes in the areas of  Henderson, Las Vegas and North Las Vegas, NV. Feel free to give us a call at 702.376.7379 so we can answer any questions you may have.

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Christopher Boyle is an expert investigative journalist for SEARCHEN NETWORKS® and reports for independent news and media organizations in the United States. Christopher keeps a keen-eye on what’s happening in the Vegas real estate market on behalf of Shelter Realty Property Management

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LAS VEGAS, NV – Following almost ten years of legal wrangling back-and-forth with the property’s now soon-to-be former owner, the Las Vegas City Council last Wednesday approved a plan to build a nearly 1,500-unit, upscale housing development on the grounds of the former Badlands golf course, despite staunch opposition from the residents of an adjacent neighborhood.

The council gave the thumbs-up to the project on a vote of 6-0. The greenlight has thus been given for developer Lennar Homes to proceed with their plan to construct 1,480 luxury homes, townhomes and condominiums on the 250-acre defunct golf course property.

With great pleasure, I move to approve,” said Councilwoman Victoria Seaman. “I’m just grateful that we’re here, all those months of negotiation and we’ve come together this far.”

The vote on Wednesday brought a close to a nearly decade-long saga that saw great opposition by the residents of the nearby Queensridge neighborhood regarding how the property was slated to be developed; in addition, the council also had numerous legal clashes with EHB Cos. CEO Yohan Lowie, the former owner of the property that had attempted to develop housing there himself.

The council had blocked Lowie from developing housing on the course, and in turn Lowie and EHB filed a lawsuit, claiming that the city “took” the land from him. The courts agreed with Lowie, and a $286 million settlement was reached that involved the city purchasing the Badlands property from EHB for $636 million; Lennar Homes will pay the city $350 million for the land, and the remining $286 million balance will be paid by the city to EHB to satisfy the terms of the settlement.

As for the opposition of the Queensridge residents to the project, reports indicate they had expressed concerns about density, traffic and the number of schools in the area, and decried the lack of involvement they had in the decision-making process; another lawsuit is reportedly being considered.

Shelter Realty Property Management specializes in the areas of  Henderson, Las Vegas and North Las Vegas, NV. Feel free to give us a call at 702.376.7379 so we can answer any questions you may have.

Christopher Boyle

Christopher Boyle is an expert investigative journalist for SEARCHEN NETWORKS® and reports for independent news and media organizations in the United States. Christopher keeps a keen-eye on what’s happening in the Vegas real estate market on behalf of Shelter Realty Property Management

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