6,539 people live in MacDonald Highlands, where the median age is 41 and the average individual income is $87,956. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around MacDonald Highlands, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Bruised & Battered, Infusion Caribbean Cuisine, and Travelin' Tom's Coffee of Viva Valley.
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MacDonald Highlands has 2,356 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in MacDonald Highlands do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 6,539 people call MacDonald Highlands home. The population density is 5,395 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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One of the highest points in the valley, with custom homes, Strip views, and the private Dragon Ridge Country Club.
MacDonald Highlands is a guard-gated master-planned community of approximately 1,200 acres in Henderson, Nevada (zip code 89012), set on the edge of the McCullough Range at the foothills of Black Mountain. It offers custom luxury homes and townhomes with views of the Las Vegas Strip, and is home to the private Dragon Ridge Country Club.
Dragon Ridge Country Club anchors the community, with an 18-hole championship course, a clubhouse with a restaurant, a pool, a ballroom, and a pro shop. The members-only Dragon Ridge Tennis and Athletic Center offers classes and training. About 10 acres are set aside for parks and walking trails, The District at Green Valley Ranch is about 15 minutes away, and Lake Mead National Recreation Area is a short drive east.
An 18-hole championship course, clubhouse restaurant, pool, ballroom, and pro shop.
The members-only Dragon Ridge Tennis and Athletic Center offers classes and training.
Elevated homesites look out over the valley and the Strip skyline.
MacDonald Highlands amenities include community park and walking trails.
Yes. Amenities include tennis and athletic center and clubhouse dining and pool.
An 18-hole championship course, clubhouse restaurant, pool, ballroom, and pro shop.
The closest shopping destinations are The District at Green Valley Ranch (about 15 minutes) and Galleria at Sunset (about 15 minutes). [Add the nearest grocery stores and everyday shopping to MacDonald Highlands]
For a meal out, residents head to The District at Green Valley Ranch (about 15 minutes), an open-air shopping and dining district; Water Street District (about 15 minutes), Henderson's historic downtown, with local restaurants and events; and Galleria at Sunset (about 15 minutes), an indoor mall on Sunset Road. See our agents' local favorites below.
The Las Vegas Strip is about 30 minutes away, with T-Mobile Arena, home of the Vegas Golden Knights, about 25 minutes and Allegiant Stadium, home of the Las Vegas Raiders, about 25 minutes. Town Square is about 20 minutes for shopping, dining, and movies.
Red Rock Canyon, with its 13-mile scenic drive, is about 45 minutes away. Lake Mead's Boulder Beach is about 35 minutes, Hoover Dam about 45 minutes, and Mount Charleston about 1 hour 20 minutes, with summer hiking and winter snow in the Spring Mountains.
MacDonald Highlands has a Walk Score of 13 (car-dependent) and a Bike Score of 15. Most errands require a car.
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The closest hospitals with emergency departments are St. Rose Dominican Hospital, Siena Campus at 3001 St. Rose Pkwy (about 15 minutes) and Henderson Hospital at 1050 W Galleria Dr (about 15 minutes), based on the Southern Nevada Health District's receiving hospital directory.
Beyond the purchase price, plan for HOA dues, property taxes, and utilities. Nevada has no state income tax, which is a common reason buyers relocate to Henderson from higher-tax states.
MacDonald Highlands dues vary by neighborhood inside the gates. Recent listings show $330 per month, covering management, insurance, grounds, recreation, reserves, and security, and published ranges run higher in some enclaves. DragonRidge Country Club membership is separate and open only to residents. [What the HOA covers, e.g. parks, pools, landscaping, gates]
| Master HOA | From about $330/mo, varies by neighborhood |
| Sub-association (if any) | [$XX to $XXX/mo] |
Homes are taxed by Clark County. For an owner-occupied primary residence, Nevada caps the annual increase in the property tax bill at 3%, which keeps costs predictable. Rentals and second homes have a higher cap.
| Typical rate | [~X.X% of assessed value] |
| Special assessments (SID/LID) | [Confirm per parcel] |
Most Henderson homes are served by NV Energy for electricity, Southwest Gas for natural gas, the City of Henderson for water and sewer, and Republic Services for trash and recycling. Summer electricity is usually the largest utility cost.
| Typical monthly utilities | [$XXX to $XXX] |
☐ Request the HOA resale package and confirm master and any sub-association dues.
☐ Check the title report for any SID or LID assessments tied to the parcel.
☐ Ask whether golf club membership is optional, required, or transferable, and what it costs.
☐ Ask about guard-gate fees, guest access, and security procedures.
☐ Review CC&Rs for rules on rentals, exterior changes, and solar.
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MacDonald Highlands suits buyers who want guard-gated privacy, custom architecture, and some of the best views in the valley, with Green Valley's dining and shopping close by.
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MacDonald Highlands is a guard-gated luxury community in Henderson, Nevada (zip code 89012). It is about 30 minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, about 25 minutes from Harry Reid International Airport, and about 35 minutes from Downtown Summerlin.
In light traffic, MacDonald Highlands is about 30 min from the Las Vegas Strip, 35 min from Downtown Summerlin, 20 min from Town Square, and 1 hr 20 min from Mount Charleston. Red Rock Canyon is about 45 min away and Lake Mead about 35 min.
The closest dining and shopping destinations are The District at Green Valley Ranch (about 15 min), Water Street District (about 15 min), and Galleria at Sunset (about 15 min).
MacDonald Highlands is best known for Dragon Ridge Country Club, tennis and fitness, and views. The members-only Dragon Ridge Tennis and Athletic Center offers classes and training.
The community is known for custom luxury homes and luxury townhomes, in single-story and two-story designs. It is also home to Four Seasons Private Residences, a high-rise condominium option within the community.
MacDonald Highlands suits buyers who want guard-gated privacy, custom architecture, and some of the best views in the valley, with Green Valley's dining and shopping close by.
Yes. MacDonald Highlands is a guard-gated community with staffed entry.
An 18-hole championship course, clubhouse restaurant, pool, ballroom, and pro shop.
MacDonald Highlands is served by the Clark County School District. Nearby schools include Foothills Montessori, John C.
Amenities include Dragon Ridge golf course, tennis and athletic center, clubhouse dining and pool, community park and walking trails, and guard-gated entry.
MacDonald Highlands dues vary by neighborhood inside the gates. Recent listings show $330 per month, covering management, insurance, grounds, recreation, reserves, and security, and published ranges run higher in some enclaves.
Nearby communities include Ascaya, MacDonald Ranch, Sun City MacDonald Ranch, and Sunridge at MacDonald Ranch. Each has its own guide on our site.
