Lemmon Valley

Lemmon Valley

Located in Washoe County

$460,658 Average Value
$320 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Peavine Mountain provides the backdrop

The mountainous landscape of Lemmon Valley provides a backdrop like none other. Situated around Peavine Mountain, residents can enjoy scenic views and hiking trails to get in some good exercise. With Downtown Reno just minutes away and new homes popping up in the gated community of Ladera Ranch, new residents have the opportunity to enjoy everything that Lemmon Valley has to offer.

All in a day at Sun Valley

Go out to the ball game at Sun Valley Regional Park, featuring multiple baseball diamonds. The 343-acre park also offers hike and bike trails, horse riding areas and a disc golf course, and has incredible views of the Truckee Meadows. The smaller Lemmon Valley Park covers 10 acres and includes sports courts for tennis, basketball and soccer, a playground and hosts little league baseball at the baseball diamonds. The park also houses the Joe Mitchell Community Center, which residents can use for community meetings and private events.

Spanish-style stuccos gets a spotlight

Several housing styles can be found around Lemmon Valley, with Ladera Ranch featuring Spanish-inspired stucco homes that have multiple attached garages. Ranch-style layouts are another option, sit on smaller lots close to the curb. Spacious modern Craftsman homes are ideal for growing families, and traditional one- and two-story homes offer sprouting trees dotted around the yards. Price tags in the area are in the $400,000 and $500,000 range, with a few falling in the $300,000s.

Classic cars at Hot August Nights

Being the Biggest Little City in the World comes with no shortage of good times, and residents enjoy all the events that go on during the year. Every May, the Hot August Nights Spring Fever Revival showcases a wide array of classic cars from 1979 and before. The family-friendly Leprechaun Race runs through several Reno communities, ending with a massive post-party at The Discovery.

Legendary shopping at Legends

In nearby Sparks, the Outlets at Legends Shopping Mall is a go-to for retail shopping, offering popular stores like Forever 21, Burlington and H&M. The outlets also house several sit-down and fast food restaurants along with frozen yogurt spots and a tea bar. Cielito Lindo is the place to grab some tasty street tacos, and locals frequent Smith’s and Raley’s for groceries and everyday essentials.

Top-ranking JROTC at Spanish Springs

Served by the Washoe County School District, students can attend Lemmon Valley Elementary School and Cold Springs Middle Schools before enrolling in Spanish Springs High School. Featuring one of the top JROTC programs in the country, Spanish Springs holds an overall Niche score of B. Lemmon Valley also has a B, and Cold Springs has a B-minus.

State routes all around

State Routes 165, 172 and 205 run directly through the community, giving residents access to the surrounding areas. Route 165/Lemmon Drive also connects to US Route 395. Frequent fliers will appreciate knowing that a quick drive down Lemmon Drive leads to the Reno-Stead Airport. The RTC also has several routes that run through Lemmon Valley for those who opt out of driving.

Dual membership at Sierra Sage

The Sierra Sage Golf Course is a favorite of golfers in the area. Located in nearby Sparks, the course offers a walkable 18 holes with two putting greens and a grass tee driving range. Men’s and Women’s golf clubs are also a great way to meet and make friends, and they both host several events throughout the year, including two-day competitions. Sierra Sage membership also includes membership in the Northern Nevada Golf Association.

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