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To sell a home in Las Vegas, you set a price from recent nearby sales, get the home ready, and list it where buyers search. Then you pick the strongest offer and work through escrow until the deed records with Clark County. This guide walks through each step in plain English, with the Nevada rules that apply and recent sale prices for each part of the valley.

Read it start to finish, or jump to the step you're on. If you are ready to list now, you can see how Ryan Rose sells homes.

In this guide:

1. Should I sell, rent it out, or keep my home? 2. How much money will I walk away with? 3. How do I pick the right list price? 4. What should I fix, clean and disclose before I list? 5. How will buyers find my home, and who should list it? 6. How do I pick the best offer? 7. What happens between an accepted offer and closing? 8. My home didn't sell. What now? 9. Do tenants, an estate or a move change how I sell? 10. When is the best time to sell in Las Vegas? 11. What are homes selling for in my part of the valley?

Should I sell, rent it out, or keep my home?

Sell if the home no longer fits your life and the numbers to keep it don't work. Rent it out only if the rent covers every cost with money left over, and you are ready to be a landlord.

Is my older home costing more than it's worth to keep?

In a 1980s or 1990s home, the big systems may be near the end of their life. Check these:

• Air conditioning and heating
• Roof (tile, underlayment and flashing)
• Water heater
• Windows
• Pool pump, filter and heater, if you have a pool

Repair bills that climb every year are a warning sign. Some owners in this spot move up to a newer home. If that's you, the Las Vegas new construction guide is a good place to start.

Should I rent it out instead?

Renting only works if the math works. Fill in your own numbers:

| Line | Your monthly number | |---|---| | Rent you can get | $ | | Minus mortgage payment (with taxes and insurance) | $ | | Minus HOA dues | $ | | Minus property management | $ | | Minus repairs and upkeep | $ | | Minus money set aside for empty months | $ | | Minus reserves for big items like AC or a roof | $ | | What's left each month | $ |

If what's left is small, one big repair can wipe out a year of profit. Landlord rules are in section 9.

What about taxes if I rent first?

The IRS lets you exclude up to $250,000 of gain from the sale of your main home, or $500,000 if married filing jointly. To qualify, you must have owned the home and lived in it at least 2 of the 5 years before the sale.

Here is the catch. Rent the home for more than 3 years after you move out, and you fail the 2 of 5 years test. Depreciation you take while renting is not covered either.

Example: You bought your home for $300,000 and sell it for $500,000. Your gain is $200,000. If you lived there 2 of the last 5 years and file single, the whole gain can fall under the $250,000 exclusion. (Made-up numbers to show the math.)

Nevada has no state personal income tax, but federal tax applies. Talk to a CPA. Read more about capital gains when you sell in Nevada.

Next step: Write down your rent math and your move-out date before you decide.

How much money will I walk away with?

Your check at closing is the sale price minus your loan payoff and selling costs. You can sell even if you still owe on the home.

The simple net math

| Cost | Who sets it | |---|---| | Listing agent pay | Negotiable, in your listing agreement | | Buyer agent pay, if you offer it | Your choice | | Transfer tax, $2.55 per $500 of value in Clark County | Set by law (NRS 375) | | Title insurance | Title company, terms in your contract | | Escrow fee | Escrow company, split in your contract | | Loan payoff, including any second loan or HELOC | Your lender | | Unpaid HOA dues or liens | HOA or lien holder | | Buyer credits | Negotiated in the offer |

Agent pay is negotiable. Under rules that took effect August 17, 2024, buyers sign a written agreement with their agent before touring, and sellers may choose to offer buyer agent pay. By law the buyer and seller are both liable for transfer tax. Who pays it in your deal is set by your purchase contract.

Example: A $400,000 sale. Clark County transfer tax is $2.55 for each $500. That's 800 x $2.55 = $2,040.

Example net sheet: Sale price $500,000. Loan payoff $300,000. Say all other costs on your net sheet add up to $25,000. Your check is $500,000 minus $300,000 minus $25,000 = $175,000. (Made-up round numbers to show the math, not typical costs.)

For a real net sheet on your home, get a free home value report. You can also see seller closing costs, line by line.

Can I sell if I still owe on my mortgage?

Yes. Escrow asks your lender for a payoff statement. By federal rule, the servicer must send it within 7 business days of a written request. At closing, your loans are paid first, including any second loan or HELOC. Then costs. Then you.

Owe more than it's worth? You can bring cash to closing, ask your lender about a short sale, wait, or rent it for now.

What if there's a lien on the title?

A lien is a legal claim on your home for money owed. Title won't close until it's cleared.

• HOA lien. For unpaid dues and fines. The HOA's statement of demand at sale shows the payoff.
• Mechanic's lien. Unpaid contractors, subs and suppliers can file one.
• Judgment lien. Lasts 6 years in Nevada, and longer if the judgment is renewed.
• Federal tax lien. The IRS asks you to apply for a certificate of discharge at least 45 days before closing.

Order title early so you have time to fix any lien.

Next step: Ask for a net sheet before you pick a list price.

How do I pick the right list price?

Price your home off recent closed sales near you, not off an online estimate or what you paid.

Price off recent sales, not a Zestimate

A good price comes from a comparative market analysis, or CMA. It looks at:

• Closed sales near you, of a similar size and age
• Pending sales, which show where buyers are going now
• Active listings, which are your competition

What you paid and what you spent on upgrades don't set the price. To see recent median prices and days on market by area, jump to section 11.

Why being a little high costs you a lot

Buyers search in price ranges. A small bump in price can cut off a whole group of buyers.

Example: A buyer sets a search for homes up to $500,000. If you list at $505,000, that buyer never sees your home. (Made-up numbers to show the math.)

Signs your price is too high:

• Few showings
• Showings but no offers
• Similar homes near you sell while yours sits

What is days on market, and why do buyers watch it?

Days on market, or DOM, is how long a listing has been active. Cumulative days on market adds up time across relists. A long DOM can make buyers think something is wrong, or that you will take less.

The rules for when a relist resets the count are set by the local MLS. Ask your agent how it works before you pull a listing to "reset" it.

When should I cut the price, and by how much?

Read the signals first:

• Few showings: the price is likely the issue.
• Showings but no offers: it may be price or condition.

When you cut, make it big enough to reach a new price range in buyer searches. A cut that still leaves you in the same search range may not bring in new buyers.

Next step: Want to see your own recent sales? Ask for a free home value report.

What should I fix, clean and disclose before I list?

Fix what buyers will notice, clean and declutter, and fill out the Nevada disclosure form honestly. Big remodels are rarely needed before a sale.

A 4 to 6 week prep plan

This is a simple plan, not a rule. Adjust it to your home.

| Week | What to do | |---|---| | Weeks 1 to 2 | Small repairs, touch-up paint, AC service | | Weeks 3 to 4 | Declutter, pack extra items, clean up the yard and front entry | | Week 5 | Deep clean, final touches, gather paperwork | | Week 6 | Photos, then list |

Gather your purchase papers, HOA documents, repair records and warranties early.

Cheap fixes that matter most

• Neutral paint where walls are bold or scuffed
• Power wash the driveway, walks and patio
• Clean or refresh the front door
• Swap dated light fixtures
• Fix leaky faucets and broken screens
• Service the AC and keep the record

Las Vegas buyers also ask about water heater age and pool condition. And know your solar papers. Know if your panels are owned, leased or financed. The disclosure form asks. Nevada solar leases must spell out the options at sale, including whether the lease can move to the buyer and how to pay it off. Pull your lease early.

Update a dated home, or sell it as-is?

Only update if buyers will pay more than it costs. Updates also delay your sale. Many sellers do paint and cleaning, then price for condition. Note that FHA has condition rules, so a very dated or damaged home can be harder for FHA buyers.

Old roof or a pool?

Roof: Many Las Vegas homes have tile roofs, and the underlayment under the tiles wears out. For FHA loans, HUD's rule is that the roof must keep out moisture and have at least 2 years of life left. If not, the appraisal is made subject to an inspection by a roofer.

Pool: Buyers are split. Show it clean and keep service records. For pool fence questions, ask your city building department.

What do I have to tell buyers?

Nevada sellers must fill out the Seller's Real Property Disclosure form. Key rules:

• You must give it to the buyer at least 10 days before the home is conveyed.
• Your agent can't fill it out for you.
• The buyer can't waive it.
• You don't have to disclose defects you don't know about.
• If you knowingly hide a defect, the buyer can sue for three times the cost to repair it, plus court costs and attorney fees.

The form asks about past or current water damage and moisture, and about mold. If you had water damage, disclose it and share the repair invoices.

Homes built before 1978 fall under federal lead paint rules. Share known lead paint and reports, give the EPA pamphlet, and allow a 10-day test window (it can be changed or waived in writing). Keep the signed forms 3 years.

Some sales are exempt, like sales between spouses or close relatives, or by an executor or trustee who holds the home only to sell it. Learn more about what Nevada sellers must disclose.

Next step: Start your prep list and pull your repair records this week.

How will buyers find my home, and who should list it?

Buyers will see your photos online first, so strong photos and a wide listing reach matter. The agent you pick should show you a clear plan for price, marketing and what happens if offers don't come.

Photos, video and 3D tours

Your photos are your first showing. Good marketing uses professional photos, video, drone shots for views, and 3D tours for out-of-state buyers.

Photo day checklist:

• Turn on every light
• Open the blinds
• Clear the counters
• Move cars off the driveway
• Clean the pool

Where your listing shows up

Your agent puts the home in the MLS. From there, listings reach the major home search sites buyers use. Your agent can also share it on social media and with other local agents.

How to choose a listing agent

Interview two or three agents. Ask:

• What have you sold near me lately?
• How did you come up with this price?
• Can I see your written marketing plan?
• What will you do in week 3 if we have no offers?

Some owners sell on their own or take a cash offer. That can work. Compare your net under each option, not just the headline price.

Next step: Make your list of agent questions before your first interview.

How do I pick the best offer?

The best offer is the one most likely to close at a price and timeline that works for you. Look at the loan type, down payment, earnest money, contingencies and close date, not just the price.

Look past the price

Lay your offers side by side:

| Compare | Why it matters | |---|---| | Loan type | Cash, conventional, FHA or VA have different rules | | Down payment | More down can mean a stronger buyer | | Earnest money | Shows how serious the buyer is | | Contingencies | Each one is a way for the buyer to back out | | Close date | Does it fit your move? | | Credits asked for | Lowers your net |

FHA and VA loans have extra property rules. A higher price with weak terms can net you less than a lower price that closes clean.

What if I get more than one offer?

You have choices:

• Accept the best one
• Counter one buyer
• Counter several buyers
• Ask everyone for their highest and best offer by a deadline

An escalation clause means the buyer will beat other offers by a set amount, up to a cap.

What is earnest money, and when can I keep it?

Earnest money is the buyer's deposit, held by escrow and credited to the buyer at closing. The amount is negotiated in the contract.

Whether a buyer gets it back or you keep it is set by your purchase contract. Ask your agent. Nevada law says both sides must sign to release it. A party can refuse only over a good faith dispute, and escrow can then deposit the money with the court.

What contingencies will buyers ask for?

A contingency lets the buyer cancel if something goes wrong. Common ones:

• Due diligence or inspection. The buyer checks the home.
• Appraisal. The home must appraise at the price.
• Financing. The buyer must get the loan.
• HOA documents. The buyer reviews the resale package.
• Sale of the buyer's home. The buyer must sell first.

Your contract sets the days for each one. Fewer, shorter contingencies mean a stronger offer.

Cash offers and "we buy houses" companies

Cash buys speed. Compare your net, not the headline number, and get a market value first.

Next step: Ask your agent for a side-by-side offer chart when offers come in.

What happens between an accepted offer and closing?

After you accept, escrow opens and the buyer does their checks, appraisal and loan work. Then you sign, the money moves, and the deed records with Clark County.

How escrow works in Nevada

Escrow is a neutral third party that holds the money and papers until every condition is met. The steps:

| Step | What happens | |---|---| | 1 | Escrow opens, buyer deposits earnest money | | 2 | Title is ordered, payoff and HOA papers requested | | 3 | Buyer inspections and due diligence | | 4 | Appraisal | | 5 | Buyer's loan approval | | 6 | Final walkthrough | | 7 | Signing | | 8 | Funding and recording with Clark County |

How many days this takes is set by your purchase contract. Ask your agent.

You may not need to be in town to sign. Nevada electronic notaries can notarize by video for a signer anywhere in the US, if your title company accepts it.

HOA homes: the resale package

Order the resale package early. Some homes have a master HOA and a sub HOA, so you may need both. Under Nevada law (NRS 116.4109):

• The package includes the CC&Rs, bylaws, rules, dues and unpaid amounts, budget and financial statement with a reserve summary, legal actions, fees and insurance proof.
• The HOA must provide it within 10 calendar days of a written request.
• The fee is capped at $185, plus up to $100 to rush it in under 3 business days. The cap can rise with inflation, up to 3% a year.
• The package is good for 90 calendar days.
• The buyer can cancel in writing until midnight of the 5th calendar day after getting it, with no penalty.

Unpaid dues are paid from your proceeds at closing. Some newer areas also have special or local improvement district assessments. These are a lien on the lot and must be handled at sale.

What if the appraisal comes in low?

If the appraisal is below the price, you have options:

• Lower the price to the appraised value
• The buyer pays the gap in cash
• Split the difference
• Ask the lender to review the appraisal with better recent sales

What if the buyer's loan falls through?

Loans fail when a buyer's job, credit or debt changes. Earnest money depends on your contract and timing. If the deal ends, relist fast. A backup offer helps.

The final walkthrough

The buyer checks that the home is in the agreed condition and repairs are done. Timing is set by your contract. Leave it clean.

What stays and what goes?

Fixtures usually stay and personal items go. Gray areas like the fridge, a mounted TV or pool equipment cause fights. The contract lists what stays, so put them in writing.

Next step: Order your HOA package and title as soon as you accept an offer.

My home didn't sell. What now?

When a home doesn't sell, check price, presentation and marketing. Fix what's wrong and relaunch with fresh photos and a fresh price.

Find the real reason

Use the signal check from section 3. Few showings point to price or marketing. Showings with no offers point to price or condition.

Ask showing agents for feedback. For a closer look, read why Las Vegas homes sit and why homes don't sell.

Relaunch the right way

1. Price again from the newest recent sales near you. 2. Fix what buyers pointed out. 3. Take new photos. Old ones tell buyers it's the same listing. 4. Relist with a clear plan for the first two weeks.

The local MLS sets how time off the market affects days on market. Ask before you pull it.

Choosing a new agent after an expired listing

Ask what they would do differently, how they would price it, and for a written plan. Be careful with any agent who just agrees with the old price. If that price didn't work before, it likely won't work now.

Selling next to new construction

North Las Vegas, Cadence, Inspirada, Providence, Centennial Hills and Tule Springs all have new homes nearby. Show what a builder can't:

• A finished yard
• Window coverings already up
• Upgrades already installed
• A neighborhood that's done, with mature trees and no construction

Area notes

Wondering why homes in your area sit? See the area table in section 11 for recent prices and days on market.

Next step: Get fresh pricing before you relist.

Do tenants, an estate or a move change how I sell?

Yes. Each one adds rules and paperwork, but none of them stops a sale. This is general information, not legal or tax advice. Talk to an attorney or CPA for your situation.

Selling with a tenant in the home

The buyer usually takes the home subject to the lease, so check your lease. Key Nevada rules:

• Month-to-month tenants: You must give at least 30 days' notice to end the tenancy (NRS 40.251). Older or disabled tenants may ask for more time.
• Showings: A tenant can't unreasonably refuse showings. You must give at least 24 hours' notice and enter at reasonable times during business hours (NRS 118A.330).
• Security deposit: Before the deed records, you must move the deposit to the buyer in writing, or confirm it was returned. The new owner takes on the duty to return it (NRS 118A.244).

Your options:

• Sell to an investor who wants the tenant
• Wait for the lease to end
• Offer the tenant a move-out deal, sometimes called "cash for keys"

Selling an inherited home or a home in probate

Not every inherited home goes through probate. Joint tenancy and community property with right of survivorship pass outside it. With plain community property, only the deceased spouse's half goes through the estate. A small estate affidavit can't be used if the estate has any Nevada real property. Summary administration is available for estates up to $500,000.

When a personal representative sells a home in probate, the court must usually confirm the sale before title passes.

What if there's no will? Nevada law sets who inherits separate property:

• Spouse and 1 child: half each
• Spouse and 2 or more children: spouse 1/3, children 2/3
• Spouse, no children: half to spouse, half to parents (or siblings if no parents)
• No spouse: children, then parents, then siblings

The court usually picks a spouse to run the estate first, then children and other family. With no spouse or family, the estate goes to the State.

Talk to a probate attorney. You can also read about trust vs probate for an inherited home.

Selling from out of state or for a job move

You can sell without flying back, using e-sign or a Nevada electronic notary. A local agent handles vendors and showings. Pick your timeline: list at market, price to sell faster, or take a cash offer. Ask HR about relocation help.

Taxes for job moves: If you lived in the home less than 2 years, you may still get a partial exclusion. The IRS safe harbor applies if your new job is at least 50 miles farther from the home than your old job. Moving expenses are only deductible for active-duty military moving under orders.

Second homes and rentals

Taxes on a second home or rental work differently. A 1031 exchange applies only to property held for business or investment, not a main home. Ask a tax professional before you list.

Condos and townhomes

Buyer loans depend on the building, not just the unit:

• FHA: The unit must be in an FHA-approved project or get single-unit approval. Minimum down payment is 3.5%.
• VA: VA keeps a list of approved condos. Projects not on the list must be sent in for review.
• Conventional: The lender reviews the condo project.

For recent condo and townhome medians, see section 11.

Next step: Pull your lease, will or trust papers before you list.

When is the best time to sell in Las Vegas?

The best time to sell is when your home is ready and the price is right for today's market. Your own timing, like a move, a new job or a new home, matters more than the calendar.

Seasons in Las Vegas

The sales data here covers one recent window, so it can't show seasons. To compare months, ask your agent for local monthly numbers.

One practical tip: in summer, set showings for the morning. It's cooler, and the home feels better for buyers.

How mortgage rates change your buyer pool

When rates go up, buyers' monthly payments go up and they can afford less. Buyers think in monthly payments, so price with that in mind. Rates change every week. Check today's rates with your lender.

Selling when buyers have the upper hand

When buyers have many choices, price at market from day one, expect to negotiate, and think about buyer credits.

If you need to buy and sell at the same time, read should you sell before you buy?

Next step: Set your move date first, then plan your list date backward from it.

What are homes selling for in my part of the valley?

Prices and speed vary a lot across the valley. Here are recent closed sales by area.

Closed sales, July 25, 2026 through September 23, 2026. Source: Las Vegas MLS closed sales export, pulled 2026-09-23. Areas are grouped by zip code, so they are close to but not the same as master plan lines.

| Area | Closed sales | Median sale price | Median price per sq ft | Median days on market | Single-family median | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | Summerlin | 446 | $610,000 | $315 | 32 | $679,750 | | Summerlin West | 238 | $588,750 | $283 | 36 | $602,500 | | Skye Canyon / Summerlin North (89166) | 128 | $510,000 | $255 | 35 | $525,000 | | Spring Valley | 375 | $475,000 | $254 | 27 | $532,750 | | Southern Highlands | 113 | $570,000 | $250 | 28 | $580,000 | | Enterprise / southwest | 415 | $490,000 | $252 | 28 | $525,000 | | Mountains Edge | 133 | $435,000 | $246 | 27 | $449,995 | | Las Vegas (valley wide) | 4,106 | $440,000 | $250 | 28 | $480,000 | | Henderson | 870 | $485,000 | $258 | 35 | $523,745 | | Green Valley (Henderson) | 228 | $492,250 | $273 | 36 | $535,000 | | Seven Hills / Anthem (Henderson 89052) | 128 | $600,750 | $285 | 39 | $645,000 | | Inspirada (Henderson) | 156 | $532,375 | $262 | 38 | $545,000 | | Providence (Las Vegas) | 223 | $500,000 | $249 | 30 | $525,000 | | Centennial Hills | 240 | $547,500 | $247 | 26 | $580,500 | | North Las Vegas | 500 | $415,000 | $231 | 20 | $428,000 | | Aliante (North Las Vegas) | 175 | $456,990 | $232 | 24 | $475,000 |

Valley wide by type, same window: single family $480,000 (3,245 sales), townhome $340,000 (465 sales), condo $216,000 (359 sales).

Rhodes Ranch, Tule Springs, Lake Las Vegas, Cadence, The Lakes and the Sun City communities don't have their own row in this data. Ask for numbers on your street.

A few plain local notes:

• Sun City Anthem and Sun City Summerlin are 55+ communities.
• Mountains Edge, Inspirada, Cadence, Providence, Tule Springs, Centennial Hills and North Las Vegas sellers often compete with new homes nearby. See section 8.
• Lake Las Vegas has waterfront and golf homes.

An area median is a starting point, not your price. Want numbers for your street? Ask for a free home value report.

Local Insight

As a Las Vegas real estate specialist, Ryan Rose helps sellers across the valley, with a focus on Summerlin and the southwest. The steps that matter most are simple. Price from recent sales near you. Order your HOA package and title early. Fill out the Nevada disclosure form honestly. Keep your repair records in one folder.

If you're thinking about selling, Ryan is happy to walk through your numbers with you. No pressure. You can get a free home value report or reach out here.

Ryan Rose | Real Broker, LLC | 702-747-5921

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