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| For those not ready to buy an entire
house upon retirement, Quail Estates West is a small
active adult condominium community (one resident in
each unit must be at least 55) located on the west
side of Las Vegas, Nevada (population 500,000), about 10 minutes from the
Strip. Built in 1990, this complex sits on 2.5
acres and only has resale units available (there are
269 units total); most are reasonably priced from
the higher $100,000s, and some units have Strip
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Condominiums have two bedrooms
(with one to two baths) or three bedrooms (two baths) and most, but
not all, are on one level. Sizes range from 1036 square feet
to 1442 square feet, and the majority of the units have detached
garages. At this writing, the least expensive unit for sale
has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1,238 square feet and is selling for
$141,000. The most expensive unit has 1,238 square feet, two
bedrooms, two baths and is selling for $189,000. Price
differences are attributable to square footage, individual upgrades
and lot sizes (which can range up to 5,000 square feet).
Exteriors are frame and stucco; roofs are red tile. Call (702)
367-1534 for more information.
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Even though this community is in the middle of the Mojave Desert (as
is all of Las Vegas), it has mature trees and lush landscaping, a
benefit of having being built 17 years ago. Amenities do not
rival those found at more polished, larger active adult
developments, but residents enjoy a clubhouse, a spa and a pool.
Current HOA fees, which include exterior maintenance and upkeep of
common grounds, are $236 a month. Las Vegas' cost of
living is above the national average, but real estate prices at
Quail Estates West are below the national average. While not for
everyone, Las Vegas continues to attract retirees (270,000 reside
here), as well as singles, professionals and families, and is one of
the fastest growing cities in the U.S. It is not
all about bright lights, live shows and gambling, but all that is
certainly available. Dining options have greatly improved
within the last 10 to 15 years; there are more than 30 golf courses,
and nearby recreation destinations include
the Grand Canyon, Lake Mead and Mount Charleston.
Vegas' explosive growth has led to some problems, including a
higher than average crime rate and urban sprawl. It is
hot (day time summer temperatures can reach into the 100s), but
there is very little humidity. The sun shines 80% to 90% of
the time.
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