
Downtown Las Vegas vs Scotch 80's: Which Is Right for You?
Scotch 80's is pricier, with a median list price of $1,090,000 against $390,000 in Downtown Las Vegas. Homes in Scotch 80's sell faster, in a median of 0 days against 32 in Downtown Las Vegas. Downtown Las Vegas has more homes for sale today, 162 against 5 in Scotch 80's.
How do Downtown Las Vegas and Scotch 80's compare on price and pace?
| Downtown Las Vegas | Scotch 80's | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale | 162 | 5 |
| Median list price | $390,000 | $1,090,000 |
| Median price per sq ft | $268 | $381 |
| Median days to sell | 32 | 0 |
| Price range | $100K to $4.5M | $470K to $3.3M |
| Typical HOA | $689/mo | – |
| Homes with a pool | 5% | 80% |
Live from active listings. Days to sell from closed sales in the last six months.
What are the facts on Downtown Las Vegas and Scotch 80's?
Each community's own facts, side by side.
| Downtown Las Vegas | Scotch 80's | |
|---|---|---|
| City | City of Las Vegas | City of Las Vegas |
| Home types | Lofts, condos, older homes | – |
| ZIP codes | 89101, 89104, 89106 | – |
| To the Strip | 12 minutes | 10 minutes |
| To the airport | 15 minutes | – |
| Established | 1905 | – |
| Built | – | Mostly 1950s to 1970s |
| Lots | – | Many a half acre to an acre |
| HOA | – | None |
| ZIP code | – | 89102 |
What is each community like?
- Downtown Las Vegas
Downtown Las Vegas is the oldest part of the city, a mix of high-rise lofts, 1930s to 1960s homes, and the Arts District, with 162 homes for sale right now at a median list price of $390,000.
- Scotch 80's
Scotch 80's is an older central Las Vegas neighborhood of custom homes on large lots, with 5 homes for sale right now at a median list price of $1,090,000.
How long are the drives from Downtown Las Vegas and Scotch 80's?
| Downtown Las Vegas | Scotch 80's | |
|---|---|---|
| Harry Reid International Airport | 15 min* | 15 min* |
| Center of the Strip | 12 min* | – |
| Smith Center for the Performing Arts | 3 min* | – |
| Springs Preserve | 10 min* | – |
| Downtown Summerlin | 20 min* | – |
| Las Vegas Strip | – | 10 min* |
| Fremont Street, Downtown Las Vegas | – | 7 min* |
| University Medical Center | – | 4 min* |
| Las Vegas North Premium Outlets | – | 5 min* |
Typical off-peak drive times, not live traffic. Times marked * are estimates.
What do buyers ask about Downtown Las Vegas and Scotch 80's?
Which is more expensive, Downtown Las Vegas or Scotch 80's?
Scotch 80's is pricier, with a median list price of $1,090,000 against $390,000 in Downtown Las Vegas.
Do homes sell faster in Downtown Las Vegas or Scotch 80's?
Scotch 80's. Homes there sell in a median of 0 days, against 32 in Downtown Las Vegas, from closed sales in the last six months.
How many homes are for sale in Downtown Las Vegas and Scotch 80's?
Downtown Las Vegas has 162 and Scotch 80's has 5 homes for sale today, from live listings.
What are HOA dues in Downtown Las Vegas and Scotch 80's?
The typical HOA on homes for sale is $689 a month in Downtown Las Vegas. Dues vary by neighborhood, so check each listing.
How do Downtown Las Vegas and Scotch 80's compare on city?
Downtown Las Vegas: City of Las Vegas. Scotch 80's: City of Las Vegas.
What is Downtown Las Vegas like?
Downtown Las Vegas is the oldest part of the city, a mix of high-rise lofts, 1930s to 1960s homes, and the Arts District, with 162 homes for sale right now at a median list price of $390,000.
How do I choose between Downtown Las Vegas and Scotch 80's?
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