Mesquite: A mountainside, desert oasis in southeast Nevada
Located on the Arizona border, Mesquite is a desert oasis in Nevada’s Virgin River Valley, 80 miles northeast of Las Vegas. After three failed attempts to establish itself because of flooding from the Virgin River, the city was permanently settled in 1898 by pioneers. Today, it has a population of about 22,000 and has nine golf courses, 60 trails, three casino resorts and six non-gaming resorts over 32 square miles. “People move here for the warm weather and climate, but it’s more of a pocket town for retirees,” says Curtis Brunce, a Broker/Owner of Diversified Realty Group, who has been selling homes in the city for about three decades. “There’s so many things for them to do personally.” While the city isn’t far from downtown Las Vegas or Arizona, it’s also only 32 miles from the Utah border, making it an ideal location for commuters or travel enthusiasts. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Mesquite’s population has steadily grown over the past decade, making it the fastest-growing city in Nevada. About 15,000 people lived there in 2010, compared to 23,000 in 2023. The city has a handful of casinos, and new manufacturing and distribution centers are under development. The median household income is about $74,000.
Mesquite was permanently settled in 1898 by pioneers, and today, it has a population of about 22,000.
Mesquite has three casino resorts and six non-gaming resorts.
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Early 2000s Spanish Revival homes
Mesquite mainly has one- and two-story Spanish Revival homes from the early 2000s, some with custom features like in-ground pools and two-car garages. The median home price is $410,000, slightly lower than the national median of $420,000. Properties stay on the market for an average of 76 days, compared to the national average of 45 days. Front lawns are small and manicured, with paved walkways leading to front doors.
Mesquite mainly has one- and two-story Spanish Revival homes from the early 2000s.
The median home price in Mesquite is $410,000.
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Highly-ranked Clark County School District
Kids in Mesquite attend school through the Clark County School District, rated B from Niche. The site ranks it No. 7 for the state’s best school districts. The Mesquite Christian Academy is a K-8 school, and the College of Southern Nevada has three campuses throughout the state, including the North Las Vegas location in Mesquite. Many local places of worship are nearby, such as Mesquite Baptist Church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and Living Waters Fellowship.
Many local places of worship can be found in Mesquite, such as The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The College of Southern Nevada has three campuses throughout the state, including the North Las Vegas location in Mesquite.
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Gathering at Mesquite Heritage Garden
Hafen Lane Park has classic park amenities like a playground, paved trails and a splash pad, plus a gated dog park. Pioneer Park has large sports fields and pavilions, and Mesquite Heritage Garden is a community green space on W Hafen Lane. Golfers have many choices, including the Conestoga Golf Club, Wolf Creek Golf Club and Oasis Golf Club. For indoor recreation, people can visit the Mesquite Recreation Center, Mesquite Regional Sports and Event Complex or the Sun City Mesquite Pioneer Center. There are mountain ranges of all sizes surrounding Mesquite; carvings in some mountains resemble other, better-known structures, like Mount Rushmore and the Great Sphinx.
Hafen Lane Park in Mesquite has many amenities, including a gated dog park.
Mesquite Heritage Garden is a community green space on W Hafen Lane.
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Steakhouses and 50s-style diners
Smith’s and Walmart offer residents everyday essentials, and La Mexicana Grocery Store Market is on Riverside Road. Town and Country Village Plaza includes the city’s DMV office, a UPS store, a salon and a gym. Local clothing stores include the Catholic Thrift Store, Virgin Valley Community Food & Thrift Store and Mystic Treasures.
Chicago Greek is a popular Greek restaurant in the Brickyard Shopping Center on W Mesquite Boulevard. There are many family-owned restaurants in Mesquite; top eateries include Thai House Restaurant and Gregory's Mesquite Grill, a steakhouse offering an upscale dining experience. Peggy Sue’s 50s Style Diner is an eclectic spot with red leather booths and checkerboard floors, and city casinos include Mesquite Gaming, Eureka Casino Resort and Golden West Restaurant & Casino.
For everyday essentials, Mesquite residents head to Walmart.
There are many family-owned restaurants in Mesquite, like Thai House Restaurant, a local favorite.
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Riding down the Las Vegas Freeway
Interstate 15, also known as the Las Vegas Freeway, is the city’s main artery. For long-distance travel, people utilize the St. George Regional Airport in Utah, 42 miles north. According to Nevada Crime Statistics, the city’s property and violent crime have declined over the past few years. Mesa View Regional Hospital is the city’s medical center.
Weather reports and wildfire season
Mesquite has a warm desert climate with over 300 days of sunshine a year. According to U.S. Climate Data, the city receives an average of 9 inches of rainfall, compared to the national average of 30 inches. Wildfire season is typically from May to October, but the Bureau of Land Management prohibits some fire-related activities year-round.
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