[movin1]

Originally Posted by NC_Cpl

I'm looking at the possibility of retiring there next year. Not been there yet but plan to scope out Henderson, Summerlin and Centennial based on all the comments here. What we're considering is LV as the primary residence but then leaving from Jun-Aug for cooler, northern weather. Not an original idea for sure.

September was mighty warm this year too.

[highdesertdweller]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the different communities.

[RationalExpectations]

Originally Posted by C2BP

FYI, I don’t live in Las Vegas and never would but have a very good friend who does. She hates it, and is considering moving back to California again.

It most certainly is not for everyone. That she is considering moving BACK to California speaks volumes about your friend, not about Las Vegas.

[RationalExpectations]

Mark Davis (LV Raiders owner) bought a vacant lot in Henderson (Ascaya) for something like $6 Million on which to build his house.

[frankrj]

Originally Posted by Chappy2017

Let me ask you a question, If you hate Las Vegas so much, why do you come on a Las Vegas thread? Bitter?
I retired here 3 years ago and love it. I am from Texas and I laugh at what some people call heat in Las Vegas. I'm 58 and only Hybernate in the Winter months, oh that is right we don't have Winter.
Calif. offers crime, high taxes, idiot liberals and don't forget the wild fires every year, due to their mis management. Let's build a wall and keep the loonies locked in Calif. Yes, I lived in San Diego, could not wait to get out.

You would have nailed it but left out the other obvious; traffic on a major freeway at almost any time.

Nowadays, not as much traffic since venues and events are partially closed due to the communist dictator Gov. and mayors.
Vegas does have some serious crimes with some movie worthy car chases in the streets.

I heard the same from another person who moved to Vegas from Dallas. She said Texas is hotter in the summer. I exp'd that too in Austin about 10 years ago. It was 105-110 with humidity. That's lights out hot.

[Gaylord_Focker]

Originally Posted by Mike from back east

Yes. Hopefully you can get in to read this despite the paywall.

Interesting. I've long believed that the upper midwest will be a growing region in the near future

[highdesertdweller]

Originally Posted by longviewJoe

. "I also didn't find prices to be that much cheaper, if at all, for comparable houses in Henderson v. Summerlin. There is often a difference like view, lot size, location, etc... and thus the people that say "a million dollar house in Henderson is $1.2m in Summerlin for the exact same house" are playing loose with the word "exact"

Thank you for sharing your perspective on the cost differences. I have heard the same thing but didn't know about the distinction between the areas to understand why there would be a difference.

[highdesertdweller]

All of your opinions are appreciated. I will take a look at each suggested neighborhood and assess cost and HOAs. As a soon to be retired person my priorities are low crime, moderate costs as long as HOAs and property taxes are reasonable and proximity to shopping. The clubs are not important to us. Thank you.

[NC_Cpl]

Hey highdesertdweller


When you share that you're considering the Las Vegas area for retirement, are you getting any strange looks, comments or just plain shock as a reaction? We are....almost everyone I mention it to says something along the lines of "really??" or "I can't see you in Las Vegas" or even just plain "WTF??"

Example: You can live in Chicago, meaning actually downtown in any one of the central city neighborhoods like Lincoln Park, Old Town, Bucktown, etc. OR, you can live 30 mi. outside Chicago in Naperville, or "land of the Mega SUV and Juice box" as I like to call it. When people from Naperville are traveling, they'll often say they live in Chicago, which couldn't be further from the truth. These are two VERY distinct and different places, despite being just 30 miles apart. My point is...is Henderson or Summerlin actually distinct and separate enough from the crass strip area to feel like a different place, or no?

[RationalExpectations]

Originally Posted by NC_Cpl

My point is...is Henderson or Summerlin actually distinct and separate enough from the crass strip area to feel like a different place, or no?

When you live in the suburbs such as Henderson or Summerlin, you'll feel like you could be in any suburb anywhere. The difference: the grocery stores typically have some slot machines.