ZIP 89102 is a City of Las Vegas residential ZIP code covering approximately ~5 square miles with approximately ~37,000 residents. Median single-family resale price in 2026 runs approximately $345,000 per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, with median days on market at 30-45 and months of inventory at 4-5. ZIP 89102 anchors central Las Vegas around Meadows Mall and Lorenzi Park. The housing stock leans heavily on 1960s-1980s ranch single-family with deep mature trees — an unusual aesthetic for desert Las Vegas. The area attracts buyers looking for established neighborhoods at moderate prices within 10-12 minutes of the Strip. Charleston Heights specifically has experienced renewed buyer interest 2020-2026 driven by California in-migration favoring established central locations over outer-ring new construction.
Where is ZIP 89102?
ZIP 89102 sits in Las Vegas, Nevada at approximately 36.15°N, 115.197°W. Roughly bounded by Decatur Boulevard east, Rainbow Boulevard west, Sahara Avenue north, and Charleston Boulevard south. The ZIP runs approximately 8-12 min to the Las Vegas Strip and 15-20 min to Harry Reid International Airport. For broader Las Vegas market context across every neighborhood NREG covers, see the Las Vegas city hub.
What communities are inside ZIP 89102?
ZIP 89102 covers Charleston Heights and the Meadows neighborhood of central Las Vegas. The housing stock is dominated by 1960s-1980s ranch single-family on quarter-acre lots — unusual for the metro because of the mature trees and established landscape. Notable sub-neighborhoods include the Charleston Heights tract along Charleston Boulevard, the Meadows neighborhood around Meadows Mall, and the western edge bordering Spring Valley (where slightly newer 1980s-1990s product appears). The ZIP holds approximately 37,000 residents and runs 8-12 minutes to the Strip via Sahara Avenue or Charleston Boulevard.
| Community | Price range |
|---|---|
| Charleston Heights | $275K-$475K |
| Meadows neighborhood | $300K-$525K |
| Spring Valley west edge | $325K-$600K |
Which schools serve ZIP 89102?
CCSD schools serving ZIP 89102 include Western HS (4/10 GreatSchools), Edward W. Fountain MS (5/10), and elementaries Lois Craig ES (5/10) and Charles Vanderburg ES (5/10). The Western HS feeder zone has been a focus of CCSD turnaround initiatives over the past decade — academic indicators have improved year-over-year per Nevada Department of Education NSPF data. Private school options include Faith Lutheran (15-20 minutes northwest) and Bishop Gorman (15-20 minutes south). CCSD magnet/IB programs require separate application. 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 89102 housing market look like in 2026?
ZIP 89102 median single-family resale runs approximately $345K in 2026 per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data — slightly below the City of Las Vegas city-wide median but above the 89101 downtown core. The mature ranch inventory drives most transactions, with median days on market at 30-45. Inventory is roughly 4-5 months. The ZIP has seen renewed buyer interest 2020-2026 driven by California relocation favoring established central locations over outer-ring new construction. The Meadows Mall area has experienced more turnover than the deep Charleston Heights interior streets. Affordable ZIP 89102 resale activity is driven primarily by FHA buyer demand — FHA loan volume in this submarket runs among the highest in Clark County per Las Vegas REALTORS data. Investor activity is also substantial; verify HOA STR rules before assuming short-term rental income, and check current City of Las Vegas STR permit availability against the 1,000-foot proximity restriction. For broader market context see the Las Vegas housing market hub and STR jurisdiction comparisons at the short-term rentals guide.
What is nearby in ZIP 89102?
Meadows Mall (1.4 million sq ft enclosed retail center), Lorenzi Park (60-acre urban park with the Las Vegas Library Foundation), the Boulevard Mall (adjacent), and the Charleston Heights Arts Center sit inside or immediately adjacent to ZIP 89102. Drive times: Las Vegas Strip 8-12 min · Harry Reid International Airport 15-20 min.
What about buying in ZIP 89102?
ZIP 89102 attracts buyers seeking mature established neighborhoods at moderate price points within 10-12 minutes of the Strip. Buyers should budget for 1960s-1980s home updates: HVAC systems often need replacement at 15-20 years, electrical panels frequently lack capacity for modern loads, and plumbing copper-vs-galvanized matters at this build vintage. FHA loans work well in 89102 because most properties qualify on appraisal. The Western HS feeder is improving but families optimizing for top CCSD ratings often prefer adjacent 89117 or 89148. First-time buyers in ZIP 89102 can stack Nevada Home Is Possible (HIP — up to 5% non-repayable grant) with Clark County HOME funds (typically $5,000-$15,000 deferred-payment second mortgage) and WISH 3:1 matching savings — combined stacked assistance can reach 7-10% of purchase price, often resulting in near-zero out-of-pocket cost at closing. Minimum 640 FICO required for most programs; complete the HUD-approved homebuyer education course before lender submission. For the full DPA program breakdown see the Nevada down payment assistance guide. Start first-time buyer representation at the first-time buyer hub.