ZIP 89005 is a Boulder City residential ZIP code covering approximately ~208 square miles with approximately ~16,000 residents. Median single-family resale price in 2026 runs approximately $525,000 per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, with median days on market at 40-60 and months of inventory at 4-5. ZIP 89005 covers the entire incorporated City of Boulder City — the only city in Nevada where gambling is prohibited. Boulder City was founded in 1931 to house Hoover Dam construction workers and maintains a controlled-growth ordinance that strictly limits new development. The city sits adjacent to Lake Mead National Recreation Area (the largest reservoir in the United States by capacity) and Hoover Dam. Housing supply is permanently constrained by the growth ordinance, supporting property values.
Where is ZIP 89005?
ZIP 89005 sits in Boulder City, Nevada at approximately 35.979°N, 114.832°W. Located in southeastern Clark County between Las Vegas valley (northwest) and Lake Mead National Recreation Area (east). Bounded by Highway 95 / I-11 corridor. The ZIP runs approximately 30-35 min to the Las Vegas Strip and 35-40 min to Harry Reid International Airport. For broader Boulder City market context across every neighborhood NREG covers, see the Boulder City city hub.
What communities are inside ZIP 89005?
ZIP 89005 covers the entire incorporated City of Boulder City — the only city in Nevada where gambling is prohibited. Boulder City was founded in 1931 to house Hoover Dam construction workers and maintains a controlled-growth ordinance that strictly limits new development. The city sits adjacent to Lake Mead National Recreation Area and Hoover Dam.
| Community | Price range |
|---|---|
| Boulder City core | $400K-$1M+ |
Which schools serve ZIP 89005?
CCSD schools include Boulder City HS (7/10 GreatSchools), Garrett JHS (7/10), Andrew J. Mitchell ES (7/10), and Martha P. King ES (7/10). All Boulder City schools rate consistently 7/10 reflecting the stable small-town demographic. Verify specific street-level assignments at ccsd.net before signing any offer. For deeper Summerlin-area school detail, see the Summerlin schools guide.
What does the ZIP 89005 housing market look like in 2026?
ZIP 89005 median resale runs approximately $525K in 2026 per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. Days on market 40-60, inventory 4-5 months. Year-over-year appreciation 3% since 2020. The controlled-growth ordinance permanently limits supply supporting property values during downturns. Master-plan ZIP 89005 inventory turnover reflects the mix between master-association resales and any active new-construction builder phases — current resale velocity benefits from limited new-construction supply pressure in the master plan during 2026. Property tax follows the City of Las Vegas / Henderson / North Las Vegas consolidated tax rate with the standard 3% owner-occupied / 8% other-property annual caps under Nevada Revised Statutes 361.4722. Compare submarket-by-submarket monthly data at the Las Vegas housing market hub and review best neighborhoods for ZIP cross-comparison.
What is nearby in ZIP 89005?
Lake Mead National Recreation Area (immediately east, largest reservoir in US by capacity), Hoover Dam (8 minutes east), Bootleg Canyon mountain biking, the 34-mile River Mountains Loop Trail (starts in Boulder City), and the Historic Railroad Trail all sit inside or near ZIP 89005. Drive times: Las Vegas Strip 30-35 min · Harry Reid International Airport 35-40 min.
What about buying in ZIP 89005?
ZIP 89005 fits buyers seeking small-town character, outdoor recreation access (Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, River Mountains Loop Trail), and the no-gambling lifestyle. Most homes non-HOA single-family. Renovation-focused buyers find substantial 1940s-1970s inventory in the historic Boulder City core. Master-plan ZIP 89005 buyers must verify sub-association assessments and architectural-review rules in addition to the master HOA — most 89005 HOAs operate two-tier (master + village sub-association) with combined dues varying by village. Pull the NRS 116 resale package within the 10-day delivery window and review the reserve study before removing contingencies. CCSD zone verification at ccsd.net is critical because feeder boundaries can change. For school comparisons across master plans see the best neighborhoods guide. Begin family-buyer representation at the buyer hub.