Sun City Summerlin Community Guide & Homes for Sale
The largest 55+ community in Summerlin, with the most amenities of the five.
- Homes
- 7,781
- HOA
- $236/mo
- Gate status
- Not gated, 24/7 patrol
- Established
- 1989
About Sun City Summerlin
Sun City Summerlin opened in 1989 and has grown to 7,781 attached and detached homes with about 12,500 residents, making it by far the largest of Summerlin's five 55+ communities. It isn't gated, but a volunteer Patrol of 180 members operates 24/7.
The community centers on four recreation centers (Desert Vista, Mountain Shadows, Pinnacle, and Sun Shadows), three golf courses (Highland Falls, Palm Valley, and Eagle Crest), five pools, four fitness centers, and 72 chartered clubs as of July 2026, more clubs and courses than any other Summerlin 55+ community.
Monthly HOA dues are $236, verified directly with the association on 07/17/2026. A one-time NORA fee of $5,125 applies effective May 1, 2026, plus a $190 resale package fee and a $169.46 demand fee at time of sale.
Amenities
- 4 recreation centers: Desert Vista, Mountain Shadows, Pinnacle, Sun Shadows
- 3 golf courses: Highland Falls, Palm Valley, Eagle Crest
- 5 pools, including an Olympic-size outdoor pool
- 4 fitness centers
- 72 chartered clubs (as of July 2026)
- In-community restaurants: Tavern at the Falls, Summit Restaurant & Snack Bar, Miller's Tavern
Recent Home Sales (Aug 2025–Sep 2026)
| Home Type | Closed Sales | Price Range | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached, no golf view | 363 | $310,000–$1,550,000 | $495,000 |
| Detached, golf-course view | 26 | $515,000–$1,300,000 | $741,750 |
| Attached, no view | 144 | $249,000–$530,000 | $346,735 |
| Attached, golf-course view | 10 | $380,000–$599,000 | $482,500 |
543 closed sales total, sourced directly from Las Vegas Realtors MLS records, not a public estimate tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sun City Summerlin gated?
No. Sun City Summerlin is not a gated community, but it has a volunteer Patrol of 180 members operating 24/7.
How much are the HOA fees?
Monthly HOA dues are $236, verified directly with the association on 07/17/2026. There's also a one-time NORA fee of $5,125 (effective May 1, 2026), a $190 resale package fee, and a $169.46 demand fee.
Is golf included in the HOA fee?
No, the three golf courses (Highland Falls, Palm Valley, Eagle Crest) operate separately with their own fees for rounds and memberships.
Does the HOA maintain individual homes or yards?
No. The HOA maintains common areas and the recreation centers; individual home and yard maintenance is the homeowner's responsibility.
How old do you have to be to live here?
At least one resident of each occupied home must be 55 or older, and no one 18 or younger may reside there permanently. The community must keep at least 80% of occupied homes with a 55+ resident to maintain its federal HOPA exemption.
Can grandchildren visit?
Yes. Visitors under 19 are allowed for up to 90 days in any 12-month period, as long as an age-qualified resident also occupies the home.
Can you rent a home in Sun City Summerlin?
Yes, but the entire dwelling must be leased to a single family, at least one tenant must meet the 55+ age requirement, and the tenant needs a lease on file to get an Association Activity Card.
Are there homes with private pools?
Some. In the most recent trailing 12 months, about 1 in 15 detached home sales included a private pool; no attached-home sales in that window included one.
Does Sun City Summerlin allow fences?
Yes, with limits. Front-yard fences are limited to 3.5 feet and must sit at least 18 feet back from the front lot line. Side and rear fences can go up to 6 feet. Chain-link fencing isn't allowed anywhere in the community.
How many golf courses are there?
Three: Highland Falls, Palm Valley, and Eagle Crest.
Are the golf courses open to nonresidents?
Yes, all three courses operate as public or semi-public courses open to outside play, separate from the HOA.
How many homes are in Sun City Summerlin?
7,781 attached and detached homes, with about 12,500 residents.
How many clubs are there?
72 chartered clubs, as of July 2026.
Are there restaurants open to the public?
Yes. The in-community clubhouse restaurants (Tavern at the Falls, Summit Restaurant & Snack Bar, Miller's Tavern) are open to the public, as are independent restaurants nearby like Brunello Restaurant Bar & Cafe, Wild Fig BBQ, and El Burrito Mexican Restaurant.
Is there a dog park?
Sun City Summerlin's amenities center on its recreation centers, pools, and sports courts; check with the HOA directly for current dog park locations, since amenities are periodically updated.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, a reasonable number of common household and yard pets are allowed as domestic pets, with no commercial breeding, livestock, or nuisance animals. Owners must clean up after pets and keep them leashed in common areas.
How far is Sun City Summerlin from Red Rock Canyon?
About 17 miles. The Las Vegas Strip is roughly 10 to 13 miles away, and Harry Reid International Airport is about 17 miles.
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