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Golden living in Golden Valley
Set against the backdrop of Peavine Mountain and the Carson Range, the northern Reno suburb of Golden Valley offers a mix of established desert and hillside homes and newly built, homeowners’ association-led developments. Realtor Chris Nevada of LPT Realty says, “Distant from the commotion of Reno and Sparks, Golden Valley is a quiet community nestled in the North Valleys between Lemmon and Panther Valleys. The North Valleys are ideal for families because of their suburban environment.” Homes and streets line the desert hills of the city. Plus, challenging trail systems are woven throughout, making this a popular destination for avid mountain bikers. As new developments continue to sprout around the community, newcomers to Reno can find a new place to live, work and play in the “Biggest Little City in the World.”
Golden Valley Park provides a getaway
Golden Valley’s natural-sounding name hints at this community’s wealth of opportunities for outdoor excursions. Nevada says, “Neighborhood parks like Panther Valley Park and Golden Valley Park are excellent for a quick recreational outing.” Golden Valley Park serves as the outdoor recreation hub of this community, featuring two baseball fields, two tennis courts and a walking trail. Equestrian aficionados can make use of the park’s horse arena, while a multi-use green space turf provides a picturesque setting for a picnic or any type of field sport. The park also offers a Junior Ranger Program that exposes children to all the regional parks and trails of Washoe County. The Sierra Sage Golf Club is another popular venue for outdoor entertainment in Golden Valley; Nevada describes it as “an 18-hole course resting at the foot of the Peavine Mountains where you can soak in the beautiful scenery as you play or enjoy a meal at the Pub at Sierra Sage.”
The driving range at Sierra Sage Golf Course is a good for practicing swings in Golden Valley.
Golden Valley has two great options for playing disc golf out in the middle of the sage brush.
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New developments in the hillside desert
Situated among the desert hills of Reno, Golden Valley’s development on former ranchlands led to the construction of dozens of ranch-style homes on large lots. These spacious, yet simple houses are a favorite among those who keep horses or are interested in established, small farms. Cul-de-sacs are filled with Mediterranean-style homes with attached garages and spacious yards, while hillside homes are a bit more isolated, donning multilevel terraces and surrounded by trees. Prices in Golden Valley can range from the $500,000s to the $800,000s, including new builds. Newer developments fall under homeowners’ associations, which provide specific guidelines that leave lawns and yards well-maintained, providing eye-catching aesthetics.
Golden Valley was designed to plant streets in the valleys of the rolling desert hills.
The median home price in Golden Valley in August of 2023 was $617.3k.
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Home of the original Longboards
Golden Valley’s new home developments are located just around the corner from major shopping centers, making for easy, walkable shopping trips. Nevada says, “North Hills shopping center is the first thing you’ll see as you turn onto Golden Valley Road from US Highway 395. The center has a neighborhood Raley’s, the North Valley’s library and an Anytime Fitness.” Raley’s is the go-to grocery store to stock up on food and daily essentials and has an in-store pharmacy. Home of the original Longboards Beach Fired Pizza, Golden Valley also has several local hotspots for dining out. Known for its artisan pizzas, Longboards’ top pick is the Great White, but it also serves Detroit-style deep dish and calzones. Residents can also treat themselves to something sweet at Yogurt Beach — connected to Longboards — or wake up with a cup of coffee from Superstitions Java. Other shopping centers along Highway 395 include auto shops, hardware stores and other restaurants and supermarket options.
The closest grocery store to Golden Valley is Raley's.
Longboard's beach Fired Pizza is a locals favorite for affordable pies in Golden Valley.
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North Valleys students know how to act up
Golden Valley’s students can attend the schools of the Washoe County School District, including Alice L. Smith Elementary School - given a B-minus by Niche - the C-plus-rated William O’Brien Middle School and the B-minus-rated North Valleys High School. North Valleys is perhaps best known for its state and national championship-winning theatre program, while the school also offers a JROTC program for aspiring Air Force servicemembers.
The front entrance to North Valleys High School in Reno.
The entrance sign at Alice L Smith Elementary School.
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From US 395 to State 659
Being a compact community makes Golden Valley easily navigable, which comes in handy when students are walking to school. The community is also located along US Route 395, which connects residents to Reno’s major McCarran Loop as well as to Interstate 580. Downtown Reno is accessible within a 15-minute and 8-mile drive down Route 395, while I-580 gives residents access to Incline Village and Lake Tahoe within a 42-mile and hour-long journey.
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On average, homes in Golden Valley, NV sell after 84 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Golden Valley, NV over the last 12 months is $659,900, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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