Anthem is the largest master-planned community in Henderson — 4,775 acres terraced across the McCullough Range foothills in southeastern Henderson, with over 14,000 homes across six distinct sub-communities. The community runs the full lifestyle spectrum inside one master plan: ultra-luxury guard-gated golf at Anthem Country Club ($1.2M to $8M-plus), the 7,200-home active-adult resort at Sun City Anthem ($350K to $750K), family neighborhoods in Anthem Highlands and Anthem Coventry ($400K to $900K), the trail-adjacent Madeira Canyon ($400K to $1.5M), and the smaller guard-gated 55-plus Solera at Anthem.
What separates Anthem from the other major Henderson master plans — MacDonald Ranch and Green Valley Ranch — is scale plus elevation. Anthem sits higher, runs larger, and contains a broader sub-community mix than any other Henderson master plan. Foothills elevations range from approximately 2,500 feet at the lower entries up to 3,400 feet at the highest Anthem Country Club lots — meaningful enough to deliver real microclimate benefit and panoramic Las Vegas Strip views from hundreds of lots across the community.
This guide is the buyer-side transaction map for Anthem in 2026: what the six sub-communities are, how pricing tiers across each, what HOA dues and Anthem Country Club membership actually cost, which schools serve the address, what the resale dynamics look like, and how Anthem compares head-to-head with the other major Henderson master plans. Every dollar figure is sourced from public records and closing-file work referenced in the Sources & Methodology footer.
Anthem is a 4,775-acre master-planned community in southeastern Henderson with 14,000-plus homes across six sub-communities developed since 1998 by Del Webb / Pulte Homes. Price spread runs from $350,000 in Sun City Anthem up to $8-million-plus in Anthem Country Club custom estates. Foothills elevations span 2,500 to 3,400 feet above the Las Vegas valley floor, delivering panoramic Strip views and a microclimate roughly 4-6°F cooler than the valley. Master HOA dues range from $80 to $200 monthly depending on sub-community; Anthem Country Club membership runs $100,000-plus initiation plus $1,000-plus monthly. Top schools include Vanderburg Elementary (8/10), Del Webb Middle (7/10), Coronado High (6/10). Strip commute is 22-28 minutes via I-215.
- 4,775 acres and 14,000-plus homes — the largest master plan in Henderson by both footprint and home count.
- Six distinct sub-communities cover the full lifestyle spectrum from 55-plus active adult to ultra-luxury golf.
- Sun City Anthem alone contains 7,200-plus homes — the largest 55-plus community in the Las Vegas valley.
- Anthem Country Club: Hale Irwin-designed championship golf course, custom estates $1.2M to $8M-plus.
- Foothills elevation 2,500-3,400 ft delivers panoramic Strip views and 4-6°F cooler summer microclimate.
- HOA dues: $80-$200 monthly master across sub-communities; ACC membership $100K-plus initiation + $1K-plus monthly.
- Strip commute 22-28 minutes via I-215; Harry Reid Airport 22-26 minutes; Henderson Executive Airport 6-10 minutes.
What exactly is Anthem in 2026?
Anthem is a master-planned residential community spanning 4,775 acres in southeastern Henderson, Nevada. According to the City of Henderson community development department, the master plan was originally entitled in 1996-1997 by Del Webb (later acquired by Pulte Homes), with home construction beginning in 1998 and continuing through approximately 2010 across the major sub-community phases. As of spring 2026, the community contains over 14,000 single-family homes plus several thousand attached and condominium units across six recognizable sub-communities.
The community is not a single homogeneous neighborhood — it is an umbrella of six distinct sub-communities, each with its own developer phase, gate posture, HOA structure, amenity program, and buyer profile. The umbrella shares ZIP codes 89052 and 89044, the foothills elevation and views, and the broader Henderson civic infrastructure. According to closed-sales data from the Las Vegas REALTORS MLS, the trailing 12-month transaction count across the full Anthem umbrella runs approximately 600-720 closings per quarter, with Sun City Anthem driving the largest share by volume.
Where is Anthem located and why does the foothills position matter?
Anthem occupies the southeastern Henderson foothills along Anthem Parkway and the McCullough Range slopes, with the master plan bounded roughly by Saint Rose Parkway to the north, the foothills to the east and south, and Eastern Avenue to the west. According to U.S. Geological Survey topographic data for the McCullough Range, Anthem lots span elevations from approximately 2,500 feet at the lower northern entries up to 3,400 feet at the highest Anthem Country Club summit positions — roughly 700 to 1,600 feet above the Las Vegas valley floor.
The elevation translates to two structural benefits. First, view orientation: hundreds of Anthem lots have unobstructed view corridors over the valley floor toward the Strip, downtown, and Spring Mountain skyline. Second, microclimate: average summer afternoon temperatures at the higher Anthem elevations run approximately 4 to 6 degrees Fahrenheit cooler than the Henderson valley floor, with steady afternoon breezes from the western slope reducing pool-deck and patio temperatures further. According to NV Energy residential usage benchmarks, homes at the higher Anthem elevations typically run 8-14% lower summer air-conditioning load versus comparable valley-floor homes.
Commute geography from Anthem is competitive though not best-in-Henderson. According to Federal Highway Administration commute data, the typical 7-9 a.m. drive to the Strip via I-215 and I-15 runs approximately 22 to 28 minutes, Harry Reid International Airport runs 22 to 26 minutes, and the Henderson Executive Airport for private aviation is just 6 to 10 minutes south — the shortest private-aviation commute of any major Henderson master plan. For a broader view of the city's neighborhood landscape, see our Henderson city page and the complete guide to buying a home in Henderson NV.
What sub-communities make up Anthem?
The Anthem umbrella contains six primary sub-communities. Each has a distinct developer phase, architectural code, gate posture, and buyer profile.
| Sub-Community | Type | Approx Home Count | Gate Posture | 2026 Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthem Country Club | Guard-gated golf, custom + semi-custom luxury | ~1,500 | 24/7 guard-gated | $1,200,000–$8,000,000+ |
| Sun City Anthem | Del Webb 55-plus active adult | 7,200+ | Open w/ controlled amenities | $350,000–$750,000 |
| Anthem Highlands | Family single-family, established | ~2,200 | Open | $500,000–$900,000 |
| Anthem Coventry | Family mid-range single-family | ~1,400 | Open | $500,000–$850,000 |
| Solera at Anthem | Smaller 55-plus guard-gated | ~1,000 | 24/7 guard-gated | $350,000–$650,000 |
| Madeira Canyon | Guard-gated trail-adjacent | ~700 | Guard-gated | $400,000–$1,500,000+ |
For buyers comparing Anthem to other Henderson umbrella master plans, see our MacDonald Ranch umbrella master plan guide — a similar multi-sub-community structure on the adjacent foothills.
What does Anthem Country Club offer members?
Anthem Country Club (ACC) is the guard-gated luxury sub-community anchored by an 18-hole Hale Irwin-designed championship golf course, a full-service clubhouse, resort pool complex, tennis and pickleball courts, and fine and casual dining. According to ACC's published amenity program, the course is consistently rated among the top private courses in southern Nevada for course condition and signature mountain-view holes. Membership at ACC is required to use the golf course and most club amenities; initiation fees run $100,000-plus with monthly dues approximately $1,000-plus depending on membership category.
Home prices at ACC range from approximately $1,200,000 for the smaller resale homes up to $8,000,000-plus for trophy custom estates on premium summit lots. The 2026 median completed-home sale runs approximately $2,150,000 at a median of about $520 per square foot. According to closed-sales analysis we run quarterly for the Henderson luxury segment, ACC resale operates with longer days-on-market (typically 80-130 days median) than the family-tier Anthem sub-communities, reflecting the narrower buyer pool for the $2M-plus luxury tier. The architectural mix is broader than competing ultra-luxury communities like Ascaya — buyers can find Mediterranean, transitional, and contemporary styles across ACC, with no single-aesthetic design code.
What is Sun City Anthem like for 55-plus buyers?
Sun City Anthem is the largest 55-plus active-adult community in the Las Vegas valley — over 7,200 homes across a Del Webb-developed footprint that occupies the largest single sub-community within Anthem. According to Del Webb's community profile, Sun City Anthem includes three full recreation centers totaling more than 100,000 square feet of indoor amenity space, two championship golf courses open to residents and accompanied guests (Revere at Anthem and Anthem Golf and Country Club), multiple pools (indoor and outdoor), tennis and pickleball courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center, woodworking and ceramics studios, a community library, an amphitheater, and over 100 organized resident clubs and interest groups.
Home prices in Sun City Anthem run from approximately $350,000 for the smallest single-story plans up to approximately $750,000 for the largest premium-lot homes with mountain views or upgraded interior packages. The 2026 median resale runs approximately $495,000 at a median of about $255 per square foot. HOA dues run approximately $140 to $200 per month depending on sub-village, covering the full amenity program. According to Las Vegas REALTORS data, Sun City Anthem typically clears 130-180 single-family closings per quarter with a median DOM of 35-50 days — among the most consistent active-adult resale markets in the Southwest. For a broader view of every 55-plus option in the metro, see our complete guide to 55-plus communities in Las Vegas.
What are Anthem Highlands, Coventry, and the family neighborhoods?
The family neighborhoods inside Anthem — primarily Anthem Highlands (~2,200 homes) and Anthem Coventry (~1,400 homes) — are the volume tier for relocating Henderson family buyers who want the Anthem address without the country-club membership or 55-plus age restriction. Both sub-communities were built across multiple national-builder phases from approximately 2000 through 2008, with builders including Pulte, KB Home, and several boutique developers delivering homes in the 1,800-to-3,200-square-foot range.
Home prices run from approximately $500,000 for the smaller older plans up to approximately $900,000 for the largest premium-lot two-story homes with upgrades or mountain orientation. The 2026 median resale runs approximately $615,000 at a median of about $245 per square foot. HOA dues run approximately $80 to $140 per month — lower than the guard-gated sub-communities and lower than Sun City Anthem because the family neighborhoods don't carry the country-club or resort-amenity reserve burden. According to closing-file data, Anthem Highlands and Coventry typically clear 90-140 combined single-family closings per quarter with a median DOM of 40-55 days.
What do Madeira Canyon and Solera at Anthem add?
Madeira Canyon is the guard-gated trail-adjacent sub-community on the southern edge of Anthem, sitting directly adjacent to the Madeira Canyon trailhead — the gateway to roughly 500 acres of public trail system used by hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrian riders. According to the City of Henderson Parks & Recreation department, Madeira Canyon trails connect to the broader McCullough Hills system and offer scenic overlooks with valley and Strip views. The sub-community contains approximately 700 homes ranging from approximately $400,000 to $1,500,000-plus depending on lot size and orientation, with HOA dues approximately $150 to $200 monthly.
Solera at Anthem is the smaller, more intimate guard-gated 55-plus alternative to Sun City Anthem — approximately 1,000 homes across a single-story dominant footprint with a private recreation center, pool, and clubhouse. Solera trades the massive amenity program of Sun City for a more boutique scale and guard-gated security. Home prices run from approximately $350,000 for the smaller plans up to approximately $650,000 for the larger premium-lot homes. HOA dues run approximately $160 to $220 monthly covering the gated amenity program. For buyers who want 55-plus living with a smaller-community feel and guard-gated security, Solera is the structural pick versus Sun City Anthem's scale.
Which schools serve Anthem?
Anthem falls within the Clark County School District attendance area. According to GreatSchools ratings as of spring 2026, the assigned schools are John C. Vanderburg Elementary (8/10), Del E. Webb Middle School (7/10), and Coronado High School (6/10). The schools serve the same broader Henderson foothills attendance zone that also covers MacDonald Ranch and portions of southern Anthem. Always verify exact attendance boundaries for a specific Anthem address using the CCSD school zone locator — boundary lines follow specific street corridors and can differ between adjacent sub-communities.
For private and charter alternatives within a 15-minute drive, the strongest options include Henderson International School (PreK-12), Bishop Gorman High School (the Diocese of Las Vegas Catholic college prep), Pinecrest Academy of Nevada (K-12 charter, A-rated), Doral Academy of Nevada (K-8 charter, 9/10), and Somerset Academy (K-8 charter). According to the Nevada State Public Charter School Authority, both Doral and Somerset run multi-year kindergarten waitlists — families planning to use charter schools should apply early.
What HOA fees should buyers expect across Anthem sub-communities?
HOA fees vary widely across the Anthem umbrella because each sub-community has its own assessment structure, amenity program, and gate posture. The full range runs from approximately $80 per month in the lowest Anthem Highlands sub-villages up to approximately $200 per month in Sun City Anthem and Solera — before any optional Anthem Country Club membership layers on top.
| Sub-Community | Master HOA Monthly | Gate Posture | Optional Club Initiation / Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthem Country Club | $170–$240 | 24/7 guard-gated | ACC required ($100K+ initiation / $1,000+/mo) |
| Sun City Anthem | $140–$200 | Open w/ controlled amenities | Two golf courses included; no club initiation |
| Anthem Highlands | $80–$140 | Open | ACC available separately ($100K+ / $1,000+/mo) |
| Anthem Coventry | $90–$135 | Open | ACC available separately ($100K+ / $1,000+/mo) |
| Solera at Anthem | $160–$220 | 24/7 guard-gated | Private rec center included |
| Madeira Canyon | $150–$200 | Guard-gated | None included; trail system public |
According to Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 116, Nevada common-interest community law requires HOAs to provide annual budget disclosures, reserve study summaries, and CC&R copies during the resale-disclosure window. Always request the 9.5 resale package within 48 hours of contract acceptance — assessments, pending special assessments, and sub-association layering vary by sub-community within Anthem.
What is the resale market like across Anthem?
Anthem resale operates as six distinct micro-markets — one per sub-community — that share infrastructure but behave independently on the resale clock. According to closed-sales data from the Las Vegas REALTORS MLS for the trailing 12 months through Q1 2026:
| Sub-Community | 2026 Median Sale | Median DOM | Closings / Quarter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun City Anthem | $495,000 | 35–50 days | 130–180 (highest volume) |
| Anthem Highlands | $615,000 | 40–55 days | 60–90 |
| Anthem Coventry | $575,000 | 40–55 days | 40–55 |
| Solera at Anthem | $465,000 | 30–45 days | 20–35 |
| Madeira Canyon | $725,000 | 50–70 days | 10–20 |
| Anthem Country Club | $2,150,000 | 80–130 days | 30–45 |
The 2026 valley-wide buyer's-market shift has affected the entry-and-mid-tier Anthem sub-communities (Sun City and the family neighborhoods) more than the ultra-luxury ACC tier, because the ultra-luxury buyer pool operates on its own clock. We covered the broader regional context in our national prices vs Las Vegas buyer market analysis.
What financing options work for Anthem buyers?
Anthem purchases split across the typical Henderson family-market financing mix. According to closing-file work and Mortgage Bankers Association data, Anthem transactions in 2026 are running approximately 40% conventional financing at 10-20% down, approximately 20% FHA at 3.5% down (concentrated in Sun City and entry-tier Anthem Highlands), approximately 15% VA at 0% down, approximately 20% cash (the cash share is heavier than Green Valley Ranch because of Sun City Anthem's retiree-buyer mix who often pay cash from prior-home equity), and the remaining 5% spread across jumbo conventional and specialty programs.
For first-time Anthem buyers, the most powerful program combination is FHA financing plus the Nevada Home Is Possible down-payment assistance grant. According to the Nevada Housing Division, Home Is Possible can provide a grant of approximately 4-5% of the loan amount that effectively reduces FHA's 3.5% down payment to approximately $0 out of pocket for eligible buyers. We covered the broader Las Vegas down-payment landscape in our Las Vegas housing down payments analysis.
How does Anthem compare to MacDonald Ranch and Green Valley Ranch?
Three Henderson master plans are most often considered alongside Anthem: MacDonald Ranch (3,200-acre umbrella on the adjacent foothills, similar multi-sub-community structure), Green Valley Ranch (central Henderson, established family master plan, GVR Resort anchor), and Seven Hills (guard-gated golf, mid-Henderson, smaller boutique scale). Ultra-luxury buyers comparing Anthem Country Club against the strictly contemporary alternative should also see our Ascaya buyer's guide. The decision among them is usually driven by scale preference, golf-club preference, school zoning, and elevation.
The headline differences: Anthem is the scale-and-elevation choice — the largest footprint, the most sub-communities, the highest elevations, and the most amenity depth (especially the Sun City Anthem amenity program). MacDonald Ranch is the parallel umbrella choice with similar structure but smaller total scale and the ultra-luxury anchor (MacDonald Highlands + Four Seasons). Green Valley Ranch is the mature-family-and-central-Henderson choice — shorter Strip commute, mature tree canopy, the GVR Resort and District amenities, but less elevation and no golf-club anchor inside the master plan. Seven Hills is the boutique guard-gated golf choice — smaller community, more uniform luxury profile, Rio Secco Golf Club.
If you'd like a private walkthrough of the Anthem sub-communities, an introduction to the Anthem Country Club membership program, or a current list of available homes that meet your criteria, the most direct path is to text or call Chris Nevada at (702) 637-1759. We have represented buyers and sellers across every Anthem sub-community since the umbrella's launch.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price range across Anthem?
The full Anthem umbrella spans from approximately $350,000 in Sun City Anthem and Solera up to over $8,000,000 in Anthem Country Club's largest custom estates — roughly a 23x price range inside a single master plan. The 2026 median resale varies by sub-community: Sun City Anthem approximately $495K, Anthem Highlands $615K, Anthem Coventry $575K, Solera $465K, Madeira Canyon $725K, Anthem Country Club $2.15M.
Is Anthem guard-gated?
Three of the six sub-communities are guard-gated: Anthem Country Club, Solera at Anthem, and Madeira Canyon. Sun City Anthem, Anthem Highlands, and Anthem Coventry are open communities with controlled-access amenity centers but no perimeter manned gates. Henderson consistently ranks among America's top 10 safest large cities per the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting program.
Do you have to join Anthem Country Club to live there?
Yes — Anthem Country Club is a mandatory-membership community. Homeowners must be members of the club to own property inside the guard gate. This is different from MacDonald Highlands (DragonRidge optional) and Ascaya (no club required). Initiation fees run $100,000-plus with monthly dues approximately $1,000-plus depending on category.
What is Sun City Anthem?
Sun City Anthem is the Del Webb-developed 55-plus active-adult sub-community within Anthem. It contains over 7,200 homes — the largest 55-plus community in the Las Vegas valley. Amenities include three recreation centers totaling 100,000+ square feet of indoor space, two championship golf courses (Revere and Anthem), multiple pools, fitness centers, tennis and pickleball, an amphitheater, and over 100 organized resident clubs.
Which schools serve Anthem?
CCSD schools serving Anthem are Vanderburg Elementary (8/10), Del E. Webb Middle School (7/10), and Coronado High School (6/10). Nearby private and charter options include Henderson International School, Bishop Gorman High School, Pinecrest Academy of Nevada (A-rated charter), Doral Academy of Nevada (9/10 charter), and Somerset Academy. Always verify the exact attendance boundary for a specific Anthem address before contract.
How long is the commute from Anthem to the Strip?
The typical 7-9 a.m. commute from Anthem to the Las Vegas Strip via I-215 and I-15 runs approximately 22 to 28 minutes in normal conditions. Harry Reid International Airport is approximately 22-26 minutes. The Henderson Executive Airport for private aviation is just 6-10 minutes south — the shortest private-aviation commute of any major Henderson master plan.
Which Sources Inform This Anthem Guide?
This guide draws on public records, MLS sales data, CCSD attendance maps, City of Henderson zoning and parks data, and closing-file work from buyer-and-seller representation across the Anthem umbrella through Q1 2026. Authoritative sources cited above include: the City of Henderson for entitlement, zoning, and parks programming; the Clark County School District for school attendance boundaries; GreatSchools for school ratings; Las Vegas REALTORS for resale market statistics; Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 116 for common-interest community law; the U.S. Geological Survey for McCullough Range topographic data; the Federal Highway Administration for commute-time benchmarks; the Nevada State Public Charter School Authority for charter enrollment trends; Del Webb for Sun City Anthem community details; the Mortgage Bankers Association for purchase-loan composition; the Nevada Housing Division for Home Is Possible down-payment-assistance program details; and NV Energy for residential usage benchmarks at varying elevations.
For an Anthem sub-community walkthrough, ACC membership introduction, or a current list of available homes that meet your criteria, contact Chris Nevada directly at (702) 637-1759 or info@nevadagroup.com.
