Shopping new builds? Bring a broker who has spent 41 years negotiating Las Vegas real estate. George Durkin represents you, not the builder, from the first model home visit to the final walkthrough.
The valley has new construction at nearly every price point and stage of life. You will find 55+ resort communities in the northwest, low-maintenance paired homes in Summerlin, and gated single-family neighborhoods close to Red Rock Canyon.
New homes come with their own rules. Builder contracts are written by the builder's attorneys. Incentives often depend on the lender you choose. Lot premiums, design studio upgrades and HOA costs can move your final price well past the advertised base price.
This page covers three communities worth a close look, how the buying process works, and how George protects your interests at each step.
Builder pricing, incentives and available homesites change week to week. Call George for current numbers before you visit a sales office.
| Community | Builder | Location | Home type | Size range | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trilogy Sunstone | Shea Homes | Northwest Las Vegas | Single-story detached, duplex and multi-story | 1,312 to 2,758 sq. ft. | 55+ buyers who want a resort club lifestyle |
| Iris Glen at Summerlin | Richmond American | Summerlin, Grand Park Village | Two-story paired homes | 2,040 to 2,450 sq. ft. | Buyers who want Summerlin with no yard work |
| Reserves at Alton | KB Home | Summerlin, Grand Park Village | Gated one- and two-story detached | 1,634 to 3,063 sq. ft. | Families who want a backyard and room to grow |
An age-qualified 55+ community within the Sunstone master plan, near Red Rock Canyon, Mount Charleston and Lee Canyon, with an easy drive to Downtown Summerlin.
Home styles
Duplex homes in the Resort Collection, single-story detached homes in the Freedom 35, 40 and 50 Collections, and multi-story Modern Collection homes. Plans run roughly 1,312 to 2,758 sq. ft. with 2 to 4 bedrooms and garages from two to four cars.
Amenities
Paired homes in Summerlin's newest village, close to Fox Hill Park and the 215 Beltway. A good fit if you want a Summerlin address without weekends spent on yard work.
Home styles
Two-story paired homes in six floor plans, about 2,040 to 2,450 sq. ft., with 3 to 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and two-car garages. Plans include a gourmet kitchen with island, great room, covered patio and an upstairs loft.
Amenities
A gated neighborhood and one of the first in Grand Park Village, within walking distance of Summerlin West's planned town center and its 100-plus-acre Grand Park.
Home styles
Detached one- and two-story homes with backyards, about 1,634 to 3,063 sq. ft., with 3 to 5 bedrooms, 2 to 5 baths and two-car garages. Expect nine-foot ceilings, covered patios, smart thermostats and WaterSense fixtures.
Amenities
Community details are drawn from builder and Summerlin published materials and are subject to change. Verify current plans, pricing, HOA dues and availability with George before you make a decision.
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George will pull builder pricing, incentives and quick move-in homes before you visit a single sales office.
Buying from a builder follows a different path than buying a resale home. Here is how it usually unfolds in Las Vegas.
Most builders require your agent to register you, or come with you, on your very first visit. Walk in alone and you may lose the right to representation for that community.
Builder incentives are often tied to the builder's lender. Get a second loan estimate so you can see what the incentive is really worth.
Compare HOA dues, any special assessments, build timelines, warranty coverage and resale history for each builder before you fall for a floor plan.
Lot premiums vary by view, size and orientation. Read the builder's purchase agreement closely for deposit terms, completion dates and cancellation rules.
Set an upgrade budget before you walk in. Spend first on items that are hard to change later, such as structural options, electrical and plumbing.
Hire an independent inspector before drywall goes up and again before closing. Code inspections check minimums, not workmanship.
Document every item on the final walkthrough. After move-in, schedule a review before your first-year warranty window closes.
Want every step on paper? The free checklist below covers all seven.
View the ChecklistThe friendly consultant in the model home works for the builder. Their job is to sell homes at the best terms for the builder. Yours should be someone whose only job is you.
Builders guard base prices, but closing cost credits, design upgrades, lot premiums and rate buydowns are often on the table.
Builder agreements favor the builder on delays, deposits and changes. You should know what you are signing before the deposit leaves your account.
An agent can compare builders, nearby resale homes and total monthly cost, so you are not judging a community on its model alone.
Some upgrades add resale value and some never pay back. A seasoned agent knows which is which in your price range.
Your agent coordinates independent inspections and follows up with the builder until punch-list items are fixed.
Many Las Vegas builders offer cooperating-broker compensation. Terms vary by builder, so get them confirmed in writing first.
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A printable, step-by-step checklist for buying a new home in Las Vegas or Summerlin. Use it on model home tours, at the design studio and on your final walkthrough.
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You are not required to have one, but the sales consultant in the model home works for the builder. Your own agent represents you on price, incentives, contract terms and inspections. Many builders require your agent to be registered at your first visit, so call before you tour.
Yes. Homes at Trilogy Sunstone are intended for occupancy by at least one person 55 or older, with certain exceptions for younger persons as allowed by law and the community's governing documents.
Iris Glen by Richmond American offers two-story paired (attached) homes with no yard to maintain. Reserves at Alton by KB Home is a gated community of detached one- and two-story homes with backyards and a wider range of sizes. Both sit in Summerlin's Grand Park Village.
Yes. A city or county inspection checks code minimums, not workmanship. An independent inspector at the pre-drywall stage and again before closing can catch problems while the builder still has crews on site.
No. Builders often tie incentives to their preferred lender, so compare the full loan estimate, including rate, fees and the incentive value, against an outside lender before you decide.
A five-minute call before your first visit protects your right to representation and gets you current pricing, incentives and quick move-in options across Las Vegas and Summerlin.