Shea Homes attracts out-of-state buyers approaching retirement
According to Ryan Smith, Ardiente sales manager, out-of-state baby boomers who are approaching retirement are considering buying a second home in Nevada.
Ardiente by Shea Homes in North Las Vegas is a an age-qualified gated community with prices starting in the $150,000s.
"We're welcoming a substantial number of interested homebuyers from throughout the United States; however a majority are from Southern California who visit and discover the multiple benefits of Las Vegas active adult living," Smith said. "Not only are they pleased with our beautifully crafted, eco-friendly home designs, they realize the area offers a very reasonable cost of living along with other compelling attractions."
U.S. News and World Report ranked two Nevada health centers -- Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center and the St. Rose Dominican Network -- among America's best hospitals. As published in The Tax Foundation's Special Report No. 163 (August 2008), Nevada is the 49th lowest taxed state in the country.
Las Vegas' McCarran International Airport is ranked as one of the country's best run and most Southern California destinations is a short flight.
Mountains, valleys and desert vistas surround the valley. The weather offers sunshine 86 percent of the year and average temperatures in the 78-degree range.
Shea Homes has implemented the Environments for Living program at Ardiente as a key component of new home construction. The homebuilder has focused on specific standards aimed at delivering homeowner and environmental benefits and come with a written not-to-exceed energy consumption guarantee. According to Smith, Shea's energy-efficient homes that can save as much as 30 percent on utility costs.
Situated at the northern end of the Las Vegas Valley, North Las Vegas is one of Nevada's fastest-growing cities. Shea Homes will debut three new, single-story models with public tours June 19 and 20.
Ardiente offers a 20,000-square-foot private clubhouse featuring two resort-style pools, a state-of-the-art fitness center, group exercise room, basketball court, billiard room and a multipurpose meeting facility. Additional outdoor recreational amenities include tennis and bocce courts, six parks interconnected by 2½ miles of walking and fitness challenge trails and putting course.
Today the public is invited to the Memorial Day celebration and barbecue to honor of all those who served in the armed forces. The event will be held at the Ardiente clubhouse from noon to 3 p.m. Refreshments will be served. For more information or to RSVP, call 643-1916.
