What are the hidden costs of living in Centennial Hills?

Higher property taxes in the Las Vegas area Potential HOA fees in planned communities Insurance costs can be above the national average due to climate factors

What is the median home price in Centennial Hills?

The median home price in Centennial Hills is approximately $650,000.

What are the downsides of living in Centennial Hills?

Walkability and transit options are very limited, so most residents rely on cars Commute to downtown Las Vegas can be traffic‑heavy, especially during rush hours Home values have risen sharply in recent years, tightening the budget for new buyers Nightlife and dining options are modest, more suited to a quiet suburban feel

How are the schools in Centennial Hills?

Centennial Hills has a school rating of 6.9/10. Schools are above average.

What is the commute like from Centennial Hills?

The average commute from Centennial Hills to Las Vegas Downtown is approximately 25 minutes.

Centennial Hills, NV

Centennial Hills · NV 89166

Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$650K

Median Price

…

Walk Score

6.9/10

Schools

25 min

to Las Vegas Downtown

Score Breakdown

DAffordability

45/100

D+Safety

55/100

C+Schools

69/100

CQuietness

60/100

B+Commute

85/100

FWalkability

0/100

WYLT Score52/100

Our Take

Centennial Hills offers a solid mix of decent schools, growing median incomes and a community feel that’s worth considering. It lacks walkability and public transit, so traffic and rising prices are real trade‑offs, but for families and commuters the balance leans positive.

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The Good

✓Strong, well‑rated local school system
✓Reasonable median home price relative to nearby suburbs
✓Good median income and growing job market
✓Abundant community parks and recreational spots

Real Talk

!Walkability and transit options are very limited, so most residents rely on cars
!Commute to downtown Las Vegas can be traffic‑heavy, especially during rush hours
!Home values have risen sharply in recent years, tightening the budget for new buyers
!Nightlife and dining options are modest, more suited to a quiet suburban feel
$Higher property taxes in the Las Vegas area
$Potential HOA fees in planned communities
$Insurance costs can be above the national average due to climate factors

Best For

Families with school‑goersFirst‑time homebuyersProfessionals commuting to downtown Las VegasRemote workers seeking a quiet home baseRetirees looking for community amenities

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow

Violent crimeModerate

Property crimeModerate

Air qualityModerate

Price volatilityHigh

Crime & Safety