Irvine Ranch and Summerlin both offer attractive living environments with top-rated schools and numerous parks. Irvine Ranch distinguishes itself with a lower crime rate and higher home prices, while Summerlin provides more housing options and proximity to the Las Vegas Strip. The choice depends on individual priorities, such as budget, tolerance for crime, and desired lifestyle.
| Attribute | Irvine Ranch, California | Summerlin, Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Average Home Price | Approximately $1,592,070, reflecting a 9.2% increase over the past year. Median listing home prices are around $1.8 million. Condominiums averaging around $1,327,000 and luxury single-family homes exceeding $2 million. | Prices start in the mid $400,000s and go over $1 million. The median home value is $439,537. The median closing price for houses in Summerlin is $369,600. |
| HOA Fees (Monthly) | Not available | HOA fees for single-family residences typically range from $60-$90. However, HOA fees can range from $50 to over $900, depending on the community and type of condo. Some luxurious neighborhoods can have fees over $600. In The Ridges, homeowners might pay $43 to the Summerlin Community Association, $200 to The Ridges master association, and an additional $100-$200 for a sub-association fee. |
| Property Tax Rate | Not available | Property taxes in Summerlin are lower than in many states. |
| School District Ranking | Top-rated schools. Schools assigned to 11 Segura include University Park Elementary School, Rancho San Joaquin Middle School, and University High School. | Summerlin has excellent schools, which is a major draw for families. Many public schools in Summerlin West have high ratings. |
| Crime Rate (per 1000 residents) | Consistently ranked as one of the safest cities in the U.S. Lower rates of crime than would be predicted given its demographic profile. | Summerlin North has a crime rate of 24.31 per 1,000 residents. The crime rate is 125% higher than the national average. Summerlin South has a crime rate of 27.44 per 1,000 residents. South Summerlin has a crime rate of 1,224 crimes per 100,000 people, which is 47% lower than the rest of the US. North Summerlin has a crime rate of 3,769 crimes per 100,000 people, which is 62% higher than the national average. |
| Parks and Recreation Area (acres) | Irvine Ranch Land Reserve includes 50,000 acres of parks, wilderness, and greenways. Irvine Company has preserved 57,500 acres of the historic Irvine Ranch as open space. Irvine Ranch Open Space spans nearly 25,000 acres. | Summerlin has over 300 parks of all sizes. The community covers 22,500 acres, including over 230 parks. Summerlin has 32 large community parks that range from 5 to 20 acres. |
| Distance to Nearest Airport | John Wayne Airport (SNA) is approximately 3.5 to 5 miles away. Other nearby airports include Long Beach Airport (LGB) (24 miles), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) (43-45 miles), and Ontario International Airport (ONT) (44-46 miles). | Summerlin is about a 20-minute drive (15 miles) from the Las Vegas Strip. |
| Number of Community Pools | Not available | Summerlin has four resident-only private community centers, three of which have Olympic-sized pools. |
| Availability of Public Transportation | OCTA buses, iShuttle, Irvine CONNECT, and Metrolink. Irvine CONNECT provides free shuttle service between northern Irvine and Irvine Station. | Summerlin Parkway has "some transit" options. |
| Walkability Score | Varies by location. One location has a Walk Score of 65, indicating it is "Somewhat Walkable". Another location has a Walk Score of 38, indicating it is car-dependent. Westpark is the 3rd most walkable neighborhood in Irvine with a neighborhood Walk Score of 54. | Most neighborhoods in Summerlin have a low walkability score, requiring residents to drive. Downtown Summerlin earns a walk score over 70. Summerlin Parkway has a Walk Score of 51 out of 100. |
| Types of Housing Available (single-family, condos, etc.) | Single-family homes, condos, and apartments. | Housing styles range from single-family homes to townhomes. |
| Average Commute Time to Major City | Not available | Summerlin is a 20-minute drive from the Las Vegas Strip. |