The Lakes

The Lakes homes for sale

Homes around Lake Sahara in west Las Vegas, some with their own dock.

Rated 4.9 on Zillow from 88 reviews.

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12Homes listed
26Days on market
$279Price per sq ft
$594,400Median list price
LVR, updated October 11, 2026

What is The Lakes like?

The Lakes is a master-planned community of about two square miles in west Las Vegas, built around the private Lake Sahara, with 12 homes for sale right now at a median list price of $594,400.

  • Lake Sahara covers about 30 acres with more than three miles of shoreline, most of it owned by the homes on the water.
  • About 300 lakefront homes sit in seven gated villages, and many have a dock in the back yard.
  • Outside the gates are condos, townhomes, and single-family neighborhoods built from the mid-1980s to the mid-1990s.
  • About 15 minutes to the Strip and 20 minutes to Red Rock Canyon.
  • Inside the City of Las Vegas, between Sahara Avenue, Desert Inn Road, Durango Drive, and Hualapai Way, in ZIP code 89117.

By Truman Fleming, updated October 2026

Price$500K to $800K
$125K$28M

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Market

What is the housing market doing in The Lakes?

Homes in The Lakes sold for a median of $479,900 over the last 12 months, usually in about 30 days at 96.2 percent of the original list price. With 27 homes for sale, that is 3.7 months of supply. Supply is tight, which favors sellers.

Median sold price
$479,900
Median days to sell
30
Sale to original price
96.2%
Months of supply
3.7

How competitive is the The Lakes market?

Homes in The Lakes sell close to the asking price. Over the last six months homes sold for a median 98.6 percent of their final asking price and 45 percent sold at or over asking. That is from 44 closed sales.

Median sold price by month

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Closed sales in The Lakes, last 12 months, 77 sales. LVR data as of October 11, 2026.

Prices

How many The Lakes homes are for sale at each price?

The Lakes has 27 homes for sale. The most, 8, are priced between $500K and $600K.

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Median sold price, last 12 months
$479,900
Typical time to sell
30 days
Of list price, on average
96.2%
Community guide

What is it like to live in The Lakes?

The Lakes was one of the first master-planned communities on the west side of Las Vegas. The developers broke ground in November 1984, before Sahara Avenue was even paved out here, and dug Lake Sahara. Two lakes were planned at first, which is where the name comes from, but only one was built. Homes went up from the mid-1980s to the mid-1990s, and the neighborhood now covers about two square miles south of Sahara Avenue between Durango Drive and Hualapai Way.

The lake is the reason to look here. About 300 homes sit right on Lake Sahara in seven gated villages, and The Lakes Association says it is the only place in Las Vegas where you own your own shoreline and keep a dock in your back yard. Every lakefront owner can boat and fish on the lake under the association's rules, and the lake holds bass, bluegill, and catfish.

Away from the water, The Lakes is a mix of condos, townhomes, and single-family streets, many with Spanish-style tile roofs and mature trees. Lake Town Center has the everyday shopping, and Summerlin, the 215, and the Desert Inn arterial are all close. If you want water without paying for a dock, the homes and condos just off the lake are the place to start.

Outdoors

What is there to do outside in The Lakes?

Boating and fishing on Lake Sahara for lakefront owners, walking paths and greenbelts for everyone, and Red Rock Canyon about 20 minutes west.

  • Lake Sahara

    A private lake of about 30 acres. Lakefront owners can boat and fish under the association's rules, and the lake holds largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish.

  • Greenbelts and paths

    Greenbelts and tree-lined paths run through the neighborhoods for walking and biking.

  • Wildlife on the water

    Ducks, geese, herons, turtles, and migrating birds use the lake through the year.

  • Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

    Hiking, climbing, and the scenic drive, about 20 minutes west. The scenic drive needs a timed entry reservation for part of the year.

Price reduced

Which The Lakes homes just dropped their price?

Homes listed below their original price, newest cuts first.

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Cost of ownership

What does it cost to own a home in The Lakes?

At the live median list price of $594,400, with 20 percent down, the monthly payment below includes the loan, property tax, insurance, and the typical HOA dues here. Change any number to fit your budget.

Estimated monthly payment $3,579
  • Principal and interest$3,006
  • Property tax$297
  • Home insurance$167
  • HOA dues$110

Illustrative only. Your lender, the county assessor, and your insurer set the real numbers. Not a loan offer from VIPhomes.Vegas.

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Before you buy

What should you check before buying in The Lakes?

Find out which associations the home belongs to, check the dock and lake rights if it is on the water, and get an insurance quote for the exact address before you remove contingencies.

  1. Which HOA the home is in

    The Lakes Association covers the gated lakefront villages, and many other neighborhoods in the area have their own associations. Ask for the resale package from each one, with current dues, any special assessments, and transfer fees.

  2. Dock, shoreline, and lake rights

    Lakefront owners own their shoreline and can use the lake under the association's rules. Check the condition of the dock and seawall and read the lake rules for boats before you buy.

  3. Age of the home

    Most homes here were built in the 1980s and 1990s. Have the roof, plumbing, and air conditioning inspected, and ask what has been replaced.

  4. Insurance quote for the exact address

    Premiums vary by street, age of the roof, and pool. Get a quote on the actual address early, not a general estimate.

  5. CC&Rs

    Read the covenants for exterior changes and parking.

  6. Solar leases

    If the home has solar panels, find out whether they are owned or leased. A lease transfers to you and needs the solar company's approval.

Getting around

How far is The Lakes from the Strip and the airport?

About 15 minutes to the center of the Strip and 20 minutes to Harry Reid International Airport by car, off-peak.

  • Center of the Strip15 min*
  • Harry Reid International Airport20 min*
  • Downtown Summerlin10 min*
  • Red Rock Canyon Visitor Center20 min
  • Fremont Street, Downtown Las Vegas20 min*

Typical off-peak drive times. Times marked * are estimates.

Compare

How does The Lakes compare to nearby communities?

Side by side with Canyon Gate, Spanish Trail, Desert Shores, and Summerlin, using the same live listing data for each.

The LakesThis pageCanyon GateSpanish TrailQueensridgeSummerlin
Homes for sale27236132974
Median list price$559,000$1,179,000$750,000$1,342,500$699,945
Median price per sq ft$264$427$316$463$340
Median days to sell2513434731
Price range$149K to $28M$193K to $4.5M$139K to $6.5M$362K to $6.4M$188K to $29.5M
Typical HOA$110/mo$400/mo$432/mo$744/mo$76/mo
Homes with a pool41%39%41%38%28%

Live from active listings. Days to sell from closed sales in the last six months.

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Questions, answered

Questions people ask about The Lakes

Can you boat on Lake Sahara?

Yes, if you own a home on the lake. Lakefront owners can boat and fish on Lake Sahara under The Lakes Association's rules, which set what kind of boats and motors are allowed. Read the lake rules before you buy a boat.

Is The Lakes gated?

The lakefront villages around Lake Sahara are gated, with six gated entrances off Crystal Water Way and Lake East Drive. Other neighborhoods in the area vary, and some are not gated.

How big is Lake Sahara?

About 30 acres, with more than three miles of shoreline. Most of the shoreline is owned by the homes on the water.

Where is The Lakes in Las Vegas?

On the west side, south of Sahara Avenue between Durango Drive and Hualapai Way, inside the City of Las Vegas. The ZIP code is 89117.

When was The Lakes built?

Ground was broken in November 1984, and most homes were built from the mid-1980s to the mid-1990s.

What do homes cost in The Lakes?

Condos are the least expensive, and lakefront homes with a dock cost the most. The live median list price is shown at the top of this page.

What schools serve The Lakes?

Public schools are assigned by address through the Clark County School District. Use the CCSD zoning lookup with the exact address before you buy.

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What communities are near The Lakes?

Canyon Gate, Spanish Trail, Queensridge, and Summerlin are nearby communities on the west side of Las Vegas.

Community guideCanyon GateCommunity guideSpanish TrailCommunity guideQueensridgeCommunity guideSummerlin

Schools. Schools are assigned by address, and the lines can change from year to year. Look up the schools for any address in The Lakes with the Clark County School District zoning search, and read each school's public report on the Nevada Report Card.

Sources

Where these numbers come from

  • Listings, prices, and counts come from LVR through IDX, refreshed October 11, 2026.
  • The market trend uses closed sales in The Lakes over the last 12 months (77 sales), as of October 11, 2026.
  • The comparison table uses the same live LVR data for each community.
  • Drive times are typical off-peak times, not live traffic.
  • The payment calculator is illustrative. Rates, taxes, and insurance vary by lender, address, and buyer.
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