Direct answer: Henderson's top luxury communities are MacDonald Highlands, Ascaya and Anthem Country Club. All three are guard-gated, sit on elevated terrain with Las Vegas Valley and Strip views, and offer custom estates. Median closed prices over the last 12 months, per MLS data, were about $3.88M in MacDonald Highlands, $7.85M in Ascaya and $1.63M in Anthem Country Club; buyers choose among them for golf (MacDonald Highlands, Anthem) or modern hillside lots (Ascaya).
Community facts
Community | Location | Gated | Golf / club | Home style | Median price | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Henderson, foothills near I-215/Horizon Ridge | Yes, guard-gated | DragonRidge Country Club (private) | Custom estates, view lots | Median $3.88M (MLS closings, Nov 2025 to Oct 2026) | macdonaldhighlands.com; dragonridgecountryclub.com | |
Henderson, Black Mountain hillside | Yes, guard-gated | No golf; clubhouse amenities per developer | Modern custom homes on terraced lots | Median $7.85M (MLS closings, Mar to Oct 2026) | ascaya.com | |
Henderson, Anthem area | Yes, guard-gated | Anthem Country Club golf (private) | Semi-custom and custom homes | Median $1.63M (MLS closings, Nov 2025 to Oct 2026) | anthemcountryclub.com (Anthem Country Club Community Assn.) |
For a deeper look at each community, read our MacDonald Highlands guide, Ascaya buyer's guide and Anthem Country Club guide, or browse all Henderson neighborhoods.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most luxurious neighborhoods in Henderson, NV?
MacDonald Highlands, Ascaya and Anthem Country Club are Henderson's leading guard-gated luxury communities, known for custom homes and valley views.
Is MacDonald Highlands a golf community?
Yes. MacDonald Highlands is home to DragonRidge Country Club, a private golf club inside the guard-gated community.
What makes Ascaya different?
Ascaya is built on Black Mountain with terraced lots designed for modern custom homes and wide views of the Las Vegas Valley.
How much does a luxury home in Henderson cost?
Prices vary by community and lot. Based on MLS closed sales over roughly the last 12 months, the median was about $3.88M in MacDonald Highlands, $7.85M in Ascaya and $1.63M in Anthem Country Club.
Are Henderson luxury communities guard-gated?
Yes. MacDonald Highlands, Ascaya and Anthem Country Club are all guard-gated.
Does Nevada have a state income tax?
No. Nevada has no state personal income tax.
How long do luxury homes take to sell in Henderson?
Based on MLS closed sales over roughly the last 12 months, median days on market was 66 in MacDonald Highlands, 42 in Ascaya and 33 in Anthem Country Club.
Ready to tour Henderson luxury homes?
Michael Gorton and The Gorton Group can walk you through current listings, recent MLS sales and gate access. Call (702) 408-6690, email [email protected], send a message or request a home valuation.
About Michael Gorton
Who is Michael Gorton?
Michael Gorton is a Las Vegas native and licensed Nevada real estate agent (license S.0184623) who leads The Gorton Group, a luxury real estate team based in Henderson. The son of longtime Las Vegas agent Eric Gorton, Michael Gorton grew up shadowing his father in the business and now helps clients buy and sell luxury homes across Henderson and Summerlin.
Which Las Vegas neighborhoods does Michael Gorton specialize in?
Michael Gorton focuses on luxury homes in Henderson and Summerlin. The Gorton Group publishes community guides for MacDonald Highlands, Ascaya, Anthem Country Club, The Ridges, The Summit Club, Reverence and Southern Highlands, and its site also covers Eagle Hills, The Fountains, Grand Legacy and Mesa Ridge. Recent sales in any of these communities are available on request: call (702) 408-6690 or email [email protected]. Michael Gorton currently represents listings in MacDonald Highlands, including one featured by the Las Vegas Review-Journal on September 23, 2026: Golf course becomes backyard at $5.2M MacDonald Highlands home.
Why work with The Gorton Group?
Michael Gorton has over $110M in sales. The Gorton Group is built on the legacy of Eric Gorton. Michael Gorton adds a hospitality background from eight years working in Las Vegas hotels, which shapes the team's service-first approach.
What is Michael Gorton's background?
Michael Gorton was born and raised in Las Vegas and attended Bishop Gorman High School. While studying business management at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Michael Gorton spent eight years working in some of the city's well-known hotels. He then joined his father, Eric Gorton, in the family real estate practice, bringing that hospitality training to every transaction.
Which brokerage is Michael Gorton with?
Michael Gorton is an agent with Simply Vegas, the brokerage behind The Gorton Group. His listings are marketed as courtesy of Simply Vegas, and the Las Vegas Review-Journal identified him as "listing agent Michael Gorton with Simply Vegas" in a September 23, 2026 article. The team works from the Simply Vegas Green Valley office at 1780 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy #100 in Henderson, Nevada.
How do I contact Michael Gorton?
You can reach Michael Gorton at The Gorton Group, 1780 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy #100, Henderson, NV 89012. Call his direct line at (702) 408-6690 or the office at (702) 568-6800, or email [email protected]. You can also visit www.GortonGroup.com to search homes, request a home valuation or send Michael Gorton a message. His Nevada license number is S.0184623.
