Each of the Las Vegas Valley’s neighborhoods has its own personality and its own pros and cons regarding lifestyle, amenities, and of course, real estate opportunities. Check out some differences between Spring Valley and North Las Vegas, and see how far a $500,000 budget will take you. Plus: don’t miss homes for sale now in North Las Vegas and Spring Valley!
Is Spring Valley a good place to live?
Spring Valley is a highly desirable area in the Las Vegas Valley. Niche.com ranks it the #1 Best Suburb of Las Vegas, and it made Money.com’s list of Best Places to Live in 2019.
Spring Valley’s location makes it one of the most convenient places to live around Las Vegas. Just southwest of central, the area is 15 minutes to just about anywhere on the I-15. It also incorporates Chinatown and a variety of people from many different countries and cultures in its neighborhoods, making it the most diverse place to live in Vegas. You can expect a welcoming environment and a broad array of delicious restaurants and spots to spend your time.
What $500,000 will get you in Spring Valley
With a $500,000 budget in Spring Valley, you can expect a home with three to four bedrooms, two to three baths, and an average of 2,000 square feet. Homes tend to be a little older here than in other desirable areas like Summerlin, but they are meticulously cared for, the pride of ownership showing on every street. Common outdoor features include crystal clear swimming pools and low-maintenance, drought-friendly landscaping. Inside, expect interiors that are at least partially updated in this price range. Tile flooring is very common, as are classic kitchens with large islands.
6 $500,000 homes for sale now in Spring Valley
1. 532 Merseyside Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89178 - $̶5̶0̶0̶,̶0̶0̶0̶ $495,000
4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,322 square feet
Listed by Jonathan Chao • Las Vegas Sotheby's Int'l, 702-360-1414
GLVAR #2424485
2. 9746 Powell Plateau Ct, Las Vegas, NV 89148 - $̶5̶3̶5̶,̶0̶0̶0̶ $467,500
4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,971 square feet
Listed by Patricia Halliday • Realty ONE Group, Inc
GLVAR #2421241
3. 3936 Ebro Way, Las Vegas, NV 89103 - $̶5̶7̶9̶,̶9̶0̶0̶ $499,900
4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,205 square feet
Listed by Joseph Tinnel • eXp Realty, 702-545-0020
GLVAR #2423356
4. 4336 Thorndale Pl, Las Vegas, NV 89103 - $̶5̶1̶5̶,̶0̶0̶0̶ $509,000
4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,892 square feet
Listed by Timothy Dunn • BHHS Nevada Properties
GLVAR #2428029
5. 8424 Chinook Candy Ct, Las Vegas, NV 89113 - $̶5̶2̶4̶,̶0̶0̶0̶ $499,000
4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,807 square feet
Listed by Monica Stout • Vice Realty
GLVAR #241218
6. 3639 Oriole Way, Las Vegas, NV 89103 - $̶5̶1̶0̶,̶0̶0̶0̶ $495,000
4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,988 square feet
Listed by David Dalton • Vegas One Realty
GLVAR #2412245
Didn’t find exactly what you’re looking for? Check out more homes around the $500,000 price point in Spring Valley.
Is North Las Vegas a good place to live?
North Las Vegas is less central than Spring Valley, but what it lacks in convenience it makes up for in space. Homes tend to be larger here, and you’ll have some of the easiest access to the outdoors in all of Vegas. This area has many parks and a lot of green space—just be prepared to drive when you need to get somewhere.
Though North Las Vegas features large residential neighborhoods, it still offers many tasty restaurants, top-notch shopping centers, and lively entertainment venues. You’ll enjoy more privacy while still benefiting from Las Vegas-style amenities.
What $500,000 will get you in North Las Vegas
In North Las Vegas, $500,000 will get you four to five bedrooms, three bathrooms, and an average 2,500 square feet. Outside, you’re likely to find turf backyards or classic desert landscaping—though in this price range, you may find a blank slate ready for your outdoor vision. Common indoor features include walk-in closets, updated aesthetics, and laminate flooring.
6 $500,000 homes for sale now in North Las Vegas
1. 1220 Earth Ct, North Las Vegas, NV 89032 - $499,000
5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,028 square feet
Listed by James Bandy • Platinum R.E. Professionals, 702-321-7490
GLVAR #2438694
2. 1712 Dragonfly Ranch Ln, North Las Vegas, NV 89081 - $̶5̶0̶0̶,̶0̶0̶0̶ $480,000
5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,702 square feet
Listed by Eleen Vasquez • GK Properties
GLVAR #2427111
3. 5748 Baronese St, North Las Vegas, NV 89031 - $̶5̶0̶5̶,̶0̶0̶0̶ $484,000
5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,729 square feet
Listed by Kaysha Rice • Opendoor Brokerage LLC
GLVAR #2425828
4. 4511 Creekside Cavern Ave, North Las Vegas, NV 89084 - $̶5̶6̶0̶,̶0̶0̶0̶ $495,000
4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,415 square feet
Listed by Sharon Dillard • BHHS Nevada Properties
GLVAR #2426807
5. 4524 Moon Hill Rock Ave, North Las Vegas, NV 89084 - $499,900
5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,787 square feet
Listed by Melissa Thompson • Keller Williams Southern Nevada, 702-777-0002
GLVAR #2400828
6. 6756 Sea Swallow St, North Las Vegas, NV 89084 - $485,000
3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,183 square feet
Listed by Tina Gibson • BHHS Nevada Properties
GLVAR #2435741
Didn’t find exactly what you’re looking for? Check out more homes around the $500,000 price point in North Las Vegas.
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