Single Story Homes for Sale in Las Vegas

Single-story homes are widely available in Las Vegas across every price tier — from $300K Sun City Summerlin entry-tier resale to $5M+ custom estates in The Ridges and MacDonald Highlands. The most reliable concentration is the valley's 55+ active-adult communities (most of which are single-story by design), but every Las Vegas master plan includes meaningful single-story inventory in their non-age-restricted sections too. This guide covers where to find single-story homes, which builders offer current single-story new construction, and how the 55+ communities compare to non-age-restricted single-story options.

Where to Find Single-Story Homes in Las Vegas

55+ active-adult communities are the single-story epicenter — Sun City Summerlin (7,779 homes), Sun City Anthem (7,219 homes), Sun City Aliante, Heritage at Cadence, Trilogy Sunstone, Solera at Anthem, and Regency at Summerlin. Established mid-tier neighborhoods with high single-story concentrations include Whitney, Spring Valley, Charleston Heights, Green Valley (Henderson), and parts of Centennial Hills. Luxury single-story custom options run through The Ridges Promontory and Sandstone sub-villages, MacDonald Highlands estate lots, Ascaya custom builds (most are single-story by design), and Anthem Country Club ranch-style estates.

New Construction Single-Story Builders

Toll Brothers offers single-story floor plans across Hawthorn at Lone Mountain, Regency at Summerlin 55+, Stonebridge active phases, and select Summerlin West collections. Lennar builds single-story product at Heritage at Cadence (55+), multiple Inspirada Estates phases, and select Cadence collections — typically labeled "ranch" or "single-level" in builder marketing. Shea Homes builds exclusively single-story at Trilogy Sunstone. Pulte / Del Webb builds extensive single-story product across the active Del Webb 55+ sections plus Pulte traditional ranch plans at Cadence and Inspirada. KB Home offers single-story options across most of their Las Vegas communities. Tri Pointe single-story production at Summerlin West and Cadence. For complete current builder inventory, see the new construction hub.

55+ Communities — Most Are Single-Story by Design

All major Las Vegas 55+ active-adult communities operate single-story-only product (with very minor exceptions noted on the FAQ). The pattern is intentional: 55+ buyers prioritize aging-in-place, accessibility, and lower long-term maintenance — single-story design supports all three. Active 55+ communities to compare: Sun City Summerlin (largest, lowest HOA, three golf courses), Sun City Anthem (Henderson, large Anthem Center clubhouse), Sun City Aliante (North Las Vegas, golf included), Heritage at Cadence (newest, in Cadence master plan), Trilogy Sunstone (Shea Homes, Skye Canyon), Solera at Anthem (smaller Del Webb 55+), Regency at Summerlin (Toll Brothers luxury 55+), Del Webb at North Ranch, and Sun City MacDonald Ranch. For full comparison, see all 21 Las Vegas 55+ communities.

Single-Story by Price Tier

$300K–$450K starter single-story: Older Sun City Summerlin and Sun City Anthem entry tier, established Spring Valley and Whitney neighborhoods, parts of Centennial Hills and Skye Canyon non-55+ sections. $450K–$650K mid-tier: Newer Sun City sections, Heritage at Cadence, Trilogy Sunstone, Lennar single-story production at Inspirada/Cadence, KB Home single-story across multiple plans. $650K–$1M move-up: Regency at Summerlin 55+, larger Heritage at Cadence floor plans, Anthem Country Club ranch-style production. $1M–$2M luxury: Upper Summerlin single-story production (Toll Brothers Hawthorn, William Lyon), Anthem Country Club golf-frontage ranches, larger Trilogy estate plans. $2M+ custom luxury: The Ridges Sandstone and Promontory single-story custom, MacDonald Highlands single-story estate plans, Ascaya custom (mostly single-story by design rules), Anthem Country Club custom ranches.

Why Las Vegas Single-Story Holds Value

Single-story Las Vegas homes consistently outperform two-story product on resale velocity and per-square-foot pricing in the 55+ active-adult bands. The driver is structural buyer-pool depth: in the $400K–$800K band, 55+ buyers comprise a meaningful share of demand, and they require single-story. Two-story product in the same band competes only for the under-55 buyer pool. Above $2M, the dynamic flips slightly — luxury custom buyers often prefer two-story for view exposure and architectural drama. The sweet spot for single-story resale optimization is the $500K–$1.2M band where Las Vegas's aging-in-place demographic provides strong floor support on price.

Las Vegas Neighborhoods Ranked by Single-Story Concentration

100% single-story (55+ communities): Sun City Summerlin (7,779 homes, all single-story by Del Webb design), Sun City Anthem (7,219 homes), Sun City Aliante, Sun City MacDonald Ranch, Solera at Anthem, Heritage at Cadence (Lennar Active Adult), Heritage at Stonebridge (Lennar Active Adult Summerlin), Trilogy Sunstone (Shea Homes), Regency at Summerlin (Toll Brothers — most plans), Del Webb at North Ranch, Del Webb at Lake Las Vegas. 60–80% single-story concentration: Established Summerlin villages from the early 1990s (The Trails, The Hills original construction), Spanish Trail, Canyon Gate Country Club, established Henderson Green Valley, parts of Anthem and Anthem Country Club. 40–60% single-story: Mountains Edge, Aliante, Centennial Hills mix of one- and two-story production. Under 30% single-story: Newer Summerlin West villages (Stonebridge, Redpoint, Kestrel — predominantly two-story production), Inspirada (mostly two-story), Cadence (mix but two-story dominant).

Accessibility and Aging-in-Place Features

For buyers prioritizing single-story specifically for aging-in-place reasons, additional accessibility features matter beyond the single-floor floor plan. Zero-step entries at the front door and garage entry — most newer 55+ communities include this as standard. Wider doorways (36 inches minimum vs the standard 30–32 inches) for wheelchair accessibility — common upgrade in Trilogy Sunstone and Heritage at Cadence floor plans. Walk-in showers with curbless threshold replacing standard tub-shower combinations — most newer 55+ floor plans include this in the primary bathroom. Lever-style door handles instead of round knobs — easier with arthritis. Smart-home controls (lighting, HVAC, alarm) with voice activation — particularly popular at Trilogy Sunstone, Heritage at Cadence, and newer Toll Brothers production where smart-home is standard. When touring single-story homes for aging-in-place priorities, verify these features explicitly — older Sun City Summerlin construction often requires retrofit for full accessibility while newer Heritage at Cadence and Trilogy Sunstone construction includes them as standard.

Where can I find single-story homes in Las Vegas?

The highest-concentration single-story Las Vegas neighborhoods are Sun City Summerlin (7,779 homes single-story by design, 1989-2002 Del Webb), Sun City Anthem in Henderson (7,219 homes), Sun City Aliante (Del Webb 55+), Heritage at Cadence (Lennar), Trilogy Sunstone (Shea), and Solera at Anthem. Outside 55+ designation, Spring Valley, Whitney, and Mountains Edge have substantial 1980s-2000s single-story inventory.

Are new single-story homes being built in Las Vegas?

Yes. Multiple Las Vegas master plans offer current single-story new construction. Toll Brothers (Regency at Summerlin 55+, Hawthorn at Lone Mountain), Lennar (Heritage at Cadence, Inspirada single-story phases), Shea Homes (Trilogy Sunstone), Pulte/Del Webb (multiple 55+ sections), and KB Home all build single-story floor plans actively in 2026. Price tier $400K starter through $1.5M+ luxury.

How much do single-story Las Vegas homes cost?

Single-story Las Vegas homes range from approximately $300K starter (older Sun City Summerlin, Sun City Anthem entry tier, Spring Valley and Whitney resale) to $5M+ luxury custom (single-story estate homes in The Ridges, MacDonald Highlands, Ascaya). Most active mid-tier single-story new construction runs $450K-$850K across Heritage at Cadence, Trilogy Sunstone, and Regency at Summerlin.

Do single-story Las Vegas homes hold their value?

Yes. Single-story homes carry a 5-12% per-square-foot price premium over comparable two-story homes in the same submarket per Las Vegas REALTORS resale data. The premium runs higher in 55+ active-adult communities (10-15%) and lower in family neighborhoods (4-8%). The premium has held steady since 2020 and shows no sign of compressing.

Are all 55+ Las Vegas communities single-story?

Most Las Vegas 55+ communities are single-story by design. Sun City Summerlin (1989-2002 Del Webb), Sun City Anthem, Sun City Aliante, Sun City MacDonald Ranch, Solera at Anthem, Heritage at Cadence (Lennar), Heritage at Stonebridge (Lennar Summerlin), Trilogy Sunstone (Shea), and Regency at Summerlin (Toll Brothers) are all single-story-only. A few Regency floor plans offer optional second-floor bonus rooms.

What HOA fees should I expect on single-story Las Vegas homes?

HOA fees on single-story homes vary by community type, not by single-vs-two-story. Older Sun City master HOAs run $120-$135 per month. Newer 55+ active-adult communities (Heritage at Cadence, Trilogy Sunstone, Regency at Summerlin) run $230-$450 per month combined master plus sub-association. Non-gated single-story in older Whitney and Spring Valley often run $40-$120/month or no HOA.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Las Vegas neighborhoods have the most single-story homes?

The Las Vegas neighborhoods with the highest concentration of single-story homes include Sun City Summerlin (all 7,779 homes single-story by design), Sun City Anthem (7,219 homes), Sun City Aliante (Del Webb 55+), Heritage at Cadence, Trilogy Sunstone, and Solera at Anthem (all 55+ single-story communities). Outside 55+ designation, established mid-tier neighborhoods like Spring Valley, Whitney, Charleston Heights, and parts of Henderson Green Valley have substantial single-story inventory because of original 1980s–1990s construction patterns.

Are new single-story homes available in Las Vegas?

Yes. Multiple Las Vegas master plans offer current single-story new construction. Toll Brothers (Hawthorn at Lone Mountain, Regency at Summerlin 55+), Lennar (Heritage at Cadence, multiple Inspirada phases), Shea Homes (Trilogy Sunstone), Pulte/Del Webb (multiple 55+ sections), and KB Home (various) all build single-story floor plans actively. Price ranges run $400K starter to $1.5M+ luxury single-story depending on builder and submarket.

Why are single-story homes popular in Las Vegas?

Las Vegas single-story homes are popular for three reasons. First, the 55+ active-adult demographic strongly prefers single-story for aging-in-place (no stairs, easier accessibility, lower long-term maintenance). Second, the desert climate makes single-story more energy-efficient than two-story for cooling. Third, the relatively flat land in much of the valley supports single-story construction economics — builders can profitably build single-story even at mid-tier price points.

What is the price range for single-story Las Vegas homes?

Single-story Las Vegas homes range from approximately $300K starter (older Sun City Summerlin, Sun City Anthem entry tier, Spring Valley and Whitney resale) to $5M+ luxury custom (single-story estate homes in The Ridges, MacDonald Highlands, Ascaya). Most active mid-tier single-story new construction runs $450K–$850K across Heritage at Cadence, Trilogy Sunstone, and similar communities.

Do all 55+ communities have single-story homes?

Most Las Vegas 55+ communities are single-story by design. Sun City Summerlin (Del Webb 1989–2002), Sun City Anthem, Sun City Aliante, Sun City MacDonald Ranch, Solera at Anthem, Heritage at Cadence (Lennar), Heritage at Stonebridge (Lennar Summerlin), Trilogy Sunstone (Shea), Regency at Summerlin (Toll Brothers), and Del Webb at North Ranch are all single-story-only. Two notable exceptions: some Regency at Summerlin floor plans offer optional second-floor bonus rooms, and certain larger Trilogy estate plans include optional partial second-story flex space.

What HOA fees should I expect on a single-story Las Vegas home?

HOA fees on single-story Las Vegas homes vary by community type, not by single-vs-two-story. Older Sun City master HOAs run $120–$135/month. Newer 55+ active-adult communities (Heritage at Cadence, Trilogy Sunstone, Regency at Summerlin) run $230–$450/month combined master + sub-association. Non-55+ single-story homes in gated communities (Anthem Country Club, Seven Hills sections) run $200–$500/month. Non-gated single-story homes in older Whitney, Spring Valley, and similar neighborhoods often have HOAs in the $40–$120/month range or no HOA at all.

How quickly do single-story Las Vegas homes sell?

Single-story homes consistently sell faster than two-story homes in Las Vegas at every price tier. Per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, single-story homes in the $400K-$700K resale tier typically move in 25-40 days vs 35-55 days for two-story homes at the same price. The premium is driven by 55+ active-adult buyer demand (single-story preference for aging-in-place) plus relocating California buyers who often prioritize single-story for layout flexibility. Sun City Summerlin and Sun City Anthem resales typically move under 25 days when priced correctly.

Do single-story Las Vegas homes carry a price premium?

Yes. Per Las Vegas REALTORS resale data, single-story homes carry a 5-12% per-square-foot price premium over comparable two-story homes in the same submarket. The premium runs higher in 55+ active-adult communities (10-15%) and lower in family-oriented neighborhoods (4-8%). The premium has held steady since 2020 and shows no sign of compressing — Toll Brothers, Lennar, Pulte, and Shea Homes all build single-story product specifically because of this demand-driven pricing.

Related Las Vegas hubs and guides

For broader Clark County resale data, see the Las Vegas housing market hub. For townhome and condo single-level alternatives, see Las Vegas townhomes and Las Vegas condos for sale. The 55+ active adult crossover audience should review 55+ communities for community-specific amenity and HOA detail. For tax planning, see the Nevada tax advantages guide. Start buyer conversations at the buyer hub.

About Chris Nevada

Chris Nevada leads Nevada Real Estate Group. Licensed in Nevada (S.181401) operating under LPT Realty, LLC. For single-story-only listings filtered by your specific price band and 55+ preference, call (702) 637-1759. NREG · 8945 W Russell Rd, Suite 170, Las Vegas, NV 89148.