The Ridges is an 800-acre, guard-gated luxury community located within the master-planned community of Summerlin, Nevada, about 30 minutes west of the Las Vegas Strip. Developed in 2000, The Ridges is considered one of the most prestigious communities in the Las Vegas Valley and frequently ranks in Forbes’ list of the most exclusive neighborhoods in the country.
Homes in The Ridges are built at the highest elevation in Summerlin – up to 4,400 feet – and offer residents some of the best views in the area. The rugged desert landscape provides a scenic backdrop of picturesque rock formations that contrast with the shimmering lights of the Las Vegas and Summerlin cityscapes. If you’re looking for a home in Summerlin that offers the ultimate luxury and exclusivity, The Ridges is a community to consider.
The Ridges is built around the 18-hole Bear’s Best Las Vegas Golf Course. The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus, “The Golden Bear,” and incorporates the famed golfer’s 18 favorite holes in one Las Vegas course. Bear’s Best features some of the best conditions in the area, with manicured bent grass greens, challenging and varied holes, and immaculate fairways. In addition to giving Ridges residents an exceptional round of golf right in their backyard, Bear’s Best offers a clubhouse for entertaining and events, and an onsite restaurant and lounge.
The Ridges is also home to Club Ridges, a 9,000-square-foot private clubhouse featuring a fitness room, aerobic area with custom, low-impact flooring, and numerous weekly classes. Additional features include five lighted tennis courts, a tennis lounge with lockers and steam rooms, and resort-style and heated lap pools. Residents also enjoy two neighborhood parks for outdoor recreation.
Residents of The Ridges pay a Summerlin master association fee and enjoy numerous additional amenities – in fact, more than any other community in Southern Nevada. Summerlin boasts more than 250 parks, community centers, pools, a public library, various sports courts, ten golf courses, special events, and more than 150 miles of interconnected trails. Just west of Summerlin is the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, where residents can enjoy miles of additional hiking and biking trails, rock climbing, camping, and wildlife viewing.
Downtown Summerlin also offers more than 125 shops and restaurants. The Ridges residents enjoy three major retail centers, all within a 15-minute drive from the community gates – Tivoli Village, Canyon Pointe, and Boca Park. Each retail center offers numerous shops, boutiques, and dining options. Additional nearby retailers include Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, TJ Maxx, Nordstrom Rack, Best Buy, and Costco. Summerlin is also home to the Nevada Ballet Theatre, which presents a variety of performances throughout the year.
Home prices in The Ridges vary depending on the neighborhood. Buyers can find low-maintenance condos in the $500,000s, but most single-family homes range from about $1 million to more than $10 million, with a median listing price of $5.6 million. HOA fees also vary by neighborhood, but include a $50 Summerlin master association fee, $355 Ridges main association fee, and additional sub-association fees of $100-$500 per month.
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