Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tournament Hills a guard-gated community?
Yes, Tournament Hills is a premier 24-hour guard-gated community located in the Hills South village of Summerlin. It is renowned for its exclusivity, providing residents with high-level security and privacy in one of Las Vegas’s most prestigious enclaves.
Which golf course is Tournament Hills built around?
The community is situated on the TPC Summerlin golf course, a private par-72 championship course designed by Bobby Weed. It is famous for hosting the annual PGA Tour’s Shriners Children’s Open and offers spectacular fairway views to many residents.
What kinds of homes are found in Tournament Hills?
Tournament Hills is comprised of approximately 132 custom-built luxury estates. These unique residences range from 4,000 to over 15,000 square feet and are typically situated on large lots exceeding half an acre, featuring diverse architectural styles from Mediterranean to contemporary.
Community Details
| Elementary School: | Thomas O’Roarke Elementary School | HOA: | Yes |
| Middle School: | Ralph Cadwallader Middle School | Guard Gated: | Yes |
| High School: | Arbor View High School | Golf Community: | Yes |
| Jurisdiction: | City of Las Vegas | Luxury: | Yes |
| Primary ZIP: | 89131 | Equestrian: | No |
| Median Price: | $4,250,000 | Large Lots: | No |
| Region: | north_las_vegas | Historic: | No |
| Master Plan: | Summerlin | Walk Score: | 15 |
Description
The Pinnacle of Summerlin Luxury: An Insider’s Guide to Tournament Hills
In the landscape of Las Vegas high-end real estate, few names carry as much weight as **Tournament Hills**. Located in the prestigious **89134** ZIP code of **Summerlin North** (within the City of Las Vegas), this guard-gated enclave represents the gold standard of “Old Summerlin” luxury. While often confused with newer developments in the northwest, the true Tournament Hills is anchored by the emerald fairways of a PGA Tour-standard golf course and defined by a level of custom architectural variety that is increasingly rare in the valley.
Geography and the TPC Legacy
Tournament Hills is situated in the heart of Summerlin North, specifically within the **Village of The Hills**. It is bounded roughly by **Hillpointe Road** to the north and **Rampart Boulevard** to the east. Its location is strategically perfect for those who want seclusion without isolation: the community is less than 15 minutes from the world-class shopping of Downtown Summerlin and provides immediate access to the **Summerlin Parkway**, which connects residents to the US-95 and I-215. This allows for a 20-minute commute to the Las Vegas Strip or Harry Reid International Airport.
The defining characteristic of this neighborhood is its relationship with **TPC Summerlin**, a private par-72 golf course designed by Bobby Weed and Fuzzy Zoeller. This is not just a neighborhood course; it is the host of the PGA Tour’s **Shriners Children’s Open**. Residents here don’t just live on a golf course; they live on the site of Tiger Woods’ first professional victory.
Custom Estates and Architectural Splendor
Unlike the master-planned “production” neighborhoods common in Centennial Hills or the southwest, Tournament Hills is a strictly **custom-home community**. Developed primarily throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, the original vision by the Howard Hughes Corporation was to create a neighborhood that rivaled the luxury of Beverly Hills or Scottsdale.
* **Product Type:** Every home in Tournament Hills is a unique custom build. You will find sprawling Mediterranean villas, French Country manors, and increasingly, mid-century modern renovations.
* **Square Footage:** Homes range from a generous 4,000 square feet to “mega-mansions” exceeding 14,000 square feet.
* **Lot Sizes:** Properties are typically situated on half-acre to over one-acre lots, many of which offer direct frontage on the TPC Summerlin fairways with unobstructed views of the Red Rock Canyon ridgeline to the west.
* **Privacy:** The community is 24-hour guard-gated, offering one of the most secure and private environments in Clark County.
Market Dynamics and Pricing
Tournament Hills has long been a “blue chip” investment in the Las Vegas Valley. Because there is no more vacant land for development within the gates, the market is driven entirely by resales and high-end renovations.
Current market values generally begin at **$3.5 million** for properties requiring modernization, with premium golf-frontage estates reaching **$15 million to over $20 million**. Buyers seek this community because it offers a “mature” luxury feel—massive canopy trees, wide streets, and established landscaping—that the newer, more desert-scaped communities in Summerlin West lack.
The Lifestyle: Golf, Schools, and Community
Life in Tournament Hills is centered on the **TPC Summerlin Clubhouse**. While membership is separate from HOA residency, many neighbors are members, creating a social culture built around the club’s dining, tennis courts, and swimming facilities.
The community is a favorite for high-net-worth families due to its proximity to the valley’s top-tier educational institutions:
* **Public Schools:** It is zoned for the highly-rated **John W. Bonner Elementary**, **Sig Rogich Middle School**, and **Palo Verde High School**.
* **Private Schools:** The neighborhood is minutes away from **The Meadows School**, **Adelson Educational Campus**, and **Merryhill Elementary**.
Nearby Amenities and Entertainment
While Tournament Hills feels like a private sanctuary, it is surrounded by the best infrastructure Summerlin has to offer.
* **Dining & Retail:** Within a five-minute drive is the **Trails Village Center**, home to Vons, Starbucks, and local favorites like *Flower Child* and *North Italia* nearby. For fine dining, residents frequent the nearby **Rampart Casino** or the **JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa**, which offers a world-class spa and several upscale restaurants.
* **Recreation:** Beyond the golf course, the community is adjacent to the **Summerlin Library and Performing Arts Center** and the **Donald W. Reynolds Boys & Girls Club**. The nearby **Cottonwood Canyon Park** provides miles of walking and biking trails that connect through the Summerlin trail system.
What Makes Tournament Hills Unique?
What distinguishes Tournament Hills from other guard-gated communities like Red Rock Country Club or The Ridges is its **prestige and “elbow room.”** It was built during an era when land was more plentiful, resulting in deeper setbacks and larger buffers between homes.
For the discerning buyer, Tournament Hills offers something that cannot be replicated: the prestige of a PGA Tour backyard, the security of a 24/7 guarded entry, and the timeless elegance of a mature, custom-built neighborhood in the most established sector of Summerlin. It remains, decades after its inception, the crown jewel of the North Summerlin corridor.
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