Whitney, Nevada, is a small recreational city located 9 miles from Las Vegas, known for its desert landscapes and relatively low housing prices. The city offers easy access to downtown Las Vegas and Harry Reid International Airport, both reachable within 20 and 10 minutes, respectively. Whitney features a variety of recreational attractions, including Clark County Wetlands Park, which spans over 2,000 acres and offers hiking trails and wildlife viewing. Silver Bowl Park provides amenities such as playgrounds and sports fields, while the Stallion Mountain Golf Club and Whitney Ranch Recreation Center cater to sports enthusiasts. The Ethel M. Botanical Cactus Garden and Cowabunga Bay Water Park are also nearby.
Whitney's housing market includes early 2000s Spanish Revival homes and newly constructed two-story properties, typically featuring garages and sidewalks. The median home price is $355,000, and properties tend to stay on the market for an average of 37 days. The Clark County School District, which serves Whitney, is highly rated for its diversity.
For shopping and dining, residents frequent The Galleria, which hosts over 100 stores, and the Green Valley Town Center, featuring a movie theatre and bowling alley. Local dining options include Teriyaki Madness and Omelet House. The city is served by Nevada State Route 582 and public transportation provided by the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada. Whitney has a dry, warm climate with a wildfire season from May through October. Recent years have seen a decline in property and violent crime, making it safer compared to the national average.