Centennial Hills Real Estate
Centennial Hills is the broad, fast-growing neighborhood that fills the northwest corner of the Las Vegas Valley, centered on the interchange where US-95 meets the 215 Beltway (locally known as the Centennial Bowl). It’s bordered by Summerlin to the south, North Las Vegas to the east, and the open desert and mountain land around Tule Springs and the Spring Mountains to the north and west. Centennial Hills has grown into one of the valley’s most popular family destinations: newer construction, wide streets, big parks, and a noticeably quieter pace than the center of the city, without giving up easy freeway access.
Homes & Real Estate Market
Centennial Hills covers a lot of ground, so the housing stock varies block by block. You’ll find entry-level single-family homes and townhomes, master-planned subdivisions with newer construction and modern floor plans, and pockets of larger custom homes on half-acre to multi-acre lots, some with room for RV parking or horses. Median home prices in the area have generally run in the high $300,000s to low $400,000s, with custom and golf-course homes pushing well above that. Because Centennial Hills is really a collection of distinct pockets rather than one single subdivision, the right comparison set depends heavily on the specific street and sub-community.
Parks, Golf & Things to Do
The neighborhood is anchored by the 120-acre Centennial Hills Park, which includes an amphitheater, splash pad, and trails built around a historic dry riverbed.
A short drive north brings you to Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, a working-ranch-turned-public-park with fishing, walking and biking trails, and access to the Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument. Golfers have two course options inside the neighborhood: Painted Desert Golf Club, a Jay Morrish design and former host of the Nevada Open, and Silverstone Golf Club. The Paiute Golf Resort’s three championship courses are also just a few minutes north on US-95.
Schools
Centennial Hills is served by Clark County School District, including Centennial High School, along with several elementary and middle schools throughout the area. The neighborhood also has multiple public charter options, including Coral Academy of Science (STEM-focused) and Somerset Academy’s SkyPointe campus, plus the Northwest Career & Technical Academy, a CCSD magnet high school. As with any growing area, exact attendance zones vary street to street, Darren and Karen can confirm the zoned schools for a specific address before you commit to a neighborhood.
Medical & Healthcare
Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, located on North Durango Drive, opened in 2008 as the first tobacco-free hospital campus in Nevada and remains the primary full-service hospital serving the northwest valley.
Shopping, Dining & Getting Around
Retail and dining are concentrated along Centennial Center Boulevard and North Durango Drive, with national retailers, grocers, and a wide mix of restaurants. The 215 Beltway and US-95 interchange at the heart of the neighborhood means a roughly 20-minute drive to the Strip and about 15 minutes to Downtown Summerlin, making Centennial Hills one of the more commute-friendly northwest neighborhoods despite its distance from the city center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centennial Hills part of Las Vegas or North Las Vegas?
Centennial Hills is part of the City of Las Vegas, occupying the northwest corner of the valley. It borders North Las Vegas to the east but is a separate jurisdiction.
What is the median home price in Centennial Hills?
Prices vary widely by sub-community, but the area has generally run in the high $300,000s to low $400,000s, with custom and golf-course homes priced well above that range.
Are there golf courses in Centennial Hills?
Yes, Painted Desert Golf Club and Silverstone Golf Club are both inside the neighborhood, with the Paiute Golf Resort courses a few minutes north.
How far is Centennial Hills from the Strip?
About 20 minutes by car via US-95, with Downtown Summerlin roughly 15 minutes away via the 215 Beltway.
Ready to Explore Centennial Hills?
Whether you’re comparing Centennial Hills to Summerlin or Skye Canyon, Darren and Karen can walk you through the trade-offs in price, lot size, and commute so you can choose with confidence.
Areas We Serve Around Las Vegas
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Talk With Darren and Karen About Selling Your Las Vegas Home
Ready to sell your Las Vegas home and discuss your options with a local team? Talk with Darren and Karen Pohl to review your address, timeline, and next steps. You will receive straightforward answers and a clear path to list and close. Call Darren at (702) 757-8369 or Karen at (702) 563-9798. You can also email us at darren@huntingtonandellis.com or karen@huntingtonandellis.com.