Why Live in East Las Vegas
East Las Vegas, one of Sin City's oldest neighborhoods, is located just east of Downtown and Fremont Street. The area is known for its variety of home styles, including townhouses, ranch styles, cottages and New Traditionals. Homes often feature low-maintenance yards, open floor plans, tile floors, garages and off-street parking. Villa Borega, a 55-and-older community, offers manufactured homes. Residents can enjoy numerous recreational activities at the 68-acre Gary Reese Freedom Park, which features amenities such as swimming, skating, baseball, volleyball and disc golf. The East Las Vegas Community Center serves as a social hub, offering dance classes and card games. Several annual events are held at the community center, including the Caribbean Heritage Festival and the Rebfest Arts & Music Festival, each featuring live music, dance, food vendors and children's activities. The East Las Vegas Family Park and Douglas A. Selby Park provide additional sports facilities and dog running areas. Dining options include popular Mexican cantinas like La Choza #1 and La Mojarra Loca. Grocery stores include Mariana’s Supermarkets and Smith’s nearby. Charleston Commons Shopping Center features big-box retailers like Walmart and Ross. The Regional Transportation Commission bus system has multiple stops in the area, and Harry Reid International Airport is about 9 miles south.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Las Vegas a good place to live?
East Las Vegas is a good place to live. East Las Vegas is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. East Las Vegas has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 15.5 people per acre and a median age of 32. The average household income is $47,906 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 5.8% of residents. A majority of residents in East Las Vegas are renters, with 61.7% of residents renting and 38.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving East Las Vegas can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
East Las Vegas neighborhood guide.
Is East Las Vegas, NV a safe neighborhood?
East Las Vegas, NV is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in East Las Vegas?
The median home price in East Las Vegas is $337,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $67,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.3%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,670 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $72K a year to afford the median home price in East Las Vegas. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in East Las Vegas is $48K.
What are the best public schools in East Las Vegas?
The best public schools that serve East Las Vegas are:
What are the best private schools in East Las Vegas?
The best private schools that serve East Las Vegas are:
What are the most popular zip codes in East Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near East Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV?
Home Trends in East Las Vegas, NV
On average, homes in East Las Vegas, Las Vegas sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in East Las Vegas, Las Vegas over the last 12 months is $334,500, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$334,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$350,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$230,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$181,200
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$243
Number of Homes for Sale
93
Last 12 months Home Sales
227
Median List Price
$337,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
