8740 Carlitas Joy Court
About 8740 Carlitas Joy Court
One of west Las Vegas's rarest finds - a luxury waterfront townhome with seamless indoor-outdoor living and breathtaking lake and mountain views. Enter the dramatic two-story entry and spiral staircase that opens to an entertainer's dream, a chef's kitchen with euro cabinets, onyx waterfall island, commercial gas range, wet bar w/ dishwasher and walk-in pantry. Great room with statement fireplace framed by folding glass doors that open to extended brick patio; in-ground saltwater spa, built-in BBQ, and private boat dock.
Location
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Community Information
- Address
- 8740 Carlitas Joy Court, Las Vegas, NV 89117
- Neighborhood
- Laguna Bay Townhome Estate
- County
- Clark
- City
- Las Vegas
- Subdivision
- Laguna Bay Townhome Estate
- Zip Code
- 89117
School Information
- Elementary
- Christensen M J Elementary School (K-5) · 0 mi
- Elementary
- West Prep Elementary School (K-5) · 0 mi
- Middle
- Fertitta Victoria Middle School (6-8) · 0 mi
- High
- College of So NV High School East (9-12) · 0 mi
- High
- College of So NV High School South (9-12) · 0 mi
- High
- College of So NV High School West (9-12) · 0 mi
- High
- Northwest Career-Technical Academy High School (9-12) · 0 mi
- High
- Spring Valley High School (9-12) · 0 mi
Architecture
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 4 full · 1 half
- Year Built
- 1996
- Garage Spaces
- 2
Features / Amenities
- Heating
- Natural Gas
Property Features
- Lot Size
- 0.09 sqft (0.09 ac)
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Tax & Financial
- Tax Annual Amount
- $5,767
- Association Fee
- $486/mo
- Association Amenities
- Gated, Pool
- Senior Community
- No
- Listed$1,350,000May 11, 2026
- Price Reduced$1,299,000−$51,000 · 3.8% off
- TodayActive25 days on market
List date approximated from current days-on-market. Source: GLVAR MLS via Repliers IDX.
Mortgage Calculator
- Principal & Interest: $6,568
- Property Tax: $481
- Insurance: $379
- HOA: $486
California → Nevada Tax Savings
See the breakdown
| California | Nevada | Savings | |
|---|---|---|---|
| State income tax | $15,304 | $0 | $15,304 |
| Property tax (year 1) | $14,289 | $7,145 | $7,144 |
| Year-1 total | $22,448 | ||
Estimate only. CA income tax uses 2026 inflation-adjusted brackets and the standard deduction; property tax assumes 1.10% CA effective rate (Prop 13 + assessments) and 0.55% Clark County effective rate. 10-year projection compounds the tax base at 3% per year. Consult a CPA before making relocation decisions.
Schools
View all schools →8 schools currently zoned to serve 8740 Carlitas Joy Court. Attendance-zone data via LiveBy; ratings reflect the most recent GreatSchools/NV state rank.
Who lives in West Sahara
An exclusive snapshot benchmarked against Las Vegas
West Sahara skews slightly older than average, with a median age of 42 vs 39 county-wide, with just 18% of households raising children — well below the county's 30%. Just 42% of homes are owner-occupied, below the 56% county average, and median household income ($71K) tracks the county. 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — well above the 25% county average.
Source American Census Survey 2023 via LiveBy. Benchmarks Las Vegas aggregate.
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Inside the Laguna Bay Townhome Estate Market
Laguna Bay Townhome Estate sits inside the 89117 ZIP, where the typical active listing is asking $533K and closed sales are pricing up 3.7% over the trailing twelve months. Recent comparable sales have cleared at roughly $272 per square foot, with the median property going under contract in about 34 days. Current absorption sits at 6.5 months of inventory — a buyer's market where negotiating room is typical.
Explore the Laguna Bay Townhome Estate Market Report →Recent sold comps in ZIP 89117
10 sold listings in ZIP 89117 from 2025-12-07 to 2026-06-05 — filtered to ±20% sqft of 3,757 sqft, ±1 bed. Showing the 6 most recent.
Sold-price data via Repliers IDX (live GLVAR MLS feed, refreshed hourly). Comparable sales are filtered by ZIP, bedroom count, and square footage range — not by lot, view, condition, upgrades, or HOA. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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View all →Frequently Asked Questions
What are the HOA fees and what do they cover?
The HOA at 8740 Carlitas Joy Court is $486/month, covering Gated, Pool.
What schools serve 8740 Carlitas Joy Court?
8740 Carlitas Joy Court is zoned for Christensen M J Elementary School (K-5, GreatSchools 6/10); West Prep Elementary School (K-5, GreatSchools 4/10); Fertitta Victoria Middle School (6-8, GreatSchools 6/10); College of So NV High School East (9-12, GreatSchools 8/10); College of So NV High School South (9-12, GreatSchools 10/10); College of So NV High School West (9-12, GreatSchools 10/10); Northwest Career-Technical Academy High School (9-12, GreatSchools 10/10); Spring Valley High School (9-12, GreatSchools 6/10). Clark County School District boundaries can change year to year — confirm current zoning before you write an offer.
What is the price per square foot?
8740 Carlitas Joy Court is priced at about $346 per square foot — $1,299,000 for 3,757 sq ft.
What is the estimated monthly payment?
Estimated principal & interest on 8740 Carlitas Joy Court runs about $6,568/month, based on 20% down on the $1,299,000 list price and a 30-year fixed at 6.5%. Property taxes, insurance, and the $486/mo HOA are additional — use the mortgage calculator on this page to model your own rate and down payment.
Has the price been reduced?
Yes — 8740 Carlitas Joy Court was originally listed at $1,350,000 and has been reduced to $1,299,000, a $51,000 (3.8%) price cut.
How long has 8740 Carlitas Joy Court been on the market?
8740 Carlitas Joy Court has been on the market 25 days as of 2026-05-30.
What are recent comparable sales near 8740 Carlitas Joy Court?
We pull a custom comparable-sales set within 0.5 miles closed in the last 90 days for 8740 Carlitas Joy Court — request it via the Schedule a Tour form above or call (702) 637-1759.
Is this a gated community?
8740 Carlitas Joy Court is not flagged as being inside a gated community in the listing data. Call (702) 637-1759 and we'll confirm the access details.
Is 8740 Carlitas Joy Court in a flood zone?
Most of the Las Vegas valley sits in FEMA Zone X (low-risk), and we do not show a high-risk flood designation on file for 8740 Carlitas Joy Court. We pull the official FEMA flood map for this exact address before you write an offer — call (702) 637-1759 for the current determination.
What appliances and features are included?
The full appliance and inclusions list for 8740 Carlitas Joy Court is confirmed during the offer and inspection phase — call (702) 637-1759 for current details.
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