Why Live in Summit Sierra
Summit Sierra in Reno spans from the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the edge of the city, offering a mix of natural beauty and commercial convenience. The neighborhood features well-maintained homes on large lots, with common styles including Spanish-style ranch homes with stucco siding and red tile roofs, as well as new traditional and Craftsman homes. Residents enjoy a variety of outdoor activities with several parks such as Whites Creek Park, which has a playground and picnic areas, and Saddlehorn Park, popular for tennis, basketball, and volleyball. The Lower Whites Creek Trail offers a 3.3-mile hike through the desert, connecting to the Upper Whites Creek Trail in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Summit Sierra is home to highly rated schools, including Hunsberger Elementary School, Herz Middle School, and Galena High School, known for its STEM program and college credit opportunities. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, providing a low crime risk environment. The Summit mall, located nearby, features national retailers like Dillard’s and Ulta, a Cinemark Century movie theater, and dining options such as BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse. Residents are also close to Mt. Rose ski resort, just 12 miles away, and Lake Tahoe, 23 miles away. Major roads like Mt. Rose Highway and I-580 provide easy access to downtown Reno, Reno-Tahoe International Airport, and Renown South Meadows Medical Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Summit Sierra a good place to live?
Summit Sierra is a good place to live. Summit Sierra is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Summit Sierra is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Summit Sierra has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.5 people per acre and a median age of 49. The average household income is $166,759 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 56.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Summit Sierra are home owners, with 20% of residents renting and 80% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Summit Sierra can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Summit Sierra neighborhood guide.
Is Summit Sierra, NV a safe neighborhood?
Summit Sierra, NV is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Summit Sierra?
The median home price in Summit Sierra is $995,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $199,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.18%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,860 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $208K a year to afford the median home price in Summit Sierra. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Summit Sierra is $167K.
What are the best public schools in Summit Sierra?
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Home Trends in Summit Sierra, NV
On average, homes in Summit Sierra, Reno sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Summit Sierra, Reno over the last 12 months is $975,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$975,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,147,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$450,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$465,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$372,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$410
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Last 12 months Home Sales
94
Median List Price
$995,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%