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Las Vegas Luxury Real Estate  ·  2026

Southern Highlands is where professional athletes, gaming executives, and high-net-worth buyers choose to live when they want private golf, guard-gated security, and Strip proximity in one address. Ryan Knoch shows you the finest homes this community has to offer.

For luxury buyers in Las Vegas, Southern Highlands occupies a unique position in the market. It delivers country club living at a compelling price point below The Ridges and The Summit Club. Furthermore, its location 15 minutes from the Las Vegas Strip is unmatched by any Summerlin community. Custom estates on half-acre to five-acre lots. A Robert Trent Jones father-and-son golf course. And guard-gated enclaves that protect residents with genuine privacy. Contact Ryan Knoch at (702) 303-7946 to tour the finest Southern Highlands properties privately.

Luxury homes in Southern Highlands: custom estates and guard-gated enclaves

The finest homes in Southern Highlands sit inside its guard-gated luxury enclaves. Luxury single-family homes start at approximately 1.2 million dollars. Custom estates in Augusta Canyon and Olympia Ridge Estates range from one million to over 11 million dollars. Furthermore, lots range from half an acre to five acres, delivering the space and privacy that luxury buyers expect, according to Luxury Homes of Las Vegas.

Residences range from 3,000 to over 10,000 square feet. Architectural styles span Mediterranean estates, Tuscan villas, and contemporary custom builds. Moreover, many homes enjoy direct golf course frontage with sweeping views of the Las Vegas Strip and the surrounding mountains. Additionally, professional athletes and gaming executives consistently choose these enclaves for their privacy, prestige, and proximity to Allegiant Stadium and the Strip. Consequently, Southern Highlands luxury properties attract a motivated and financially qualified buyer pool year-round.

The finest guard-gated enclaves inside Southern Highlands

Augusta Canyon sits along the western ridges with its own separate guard gate and private inner access to the golf club. Olympia Ridge Estates offers custom homes on premium southern-edge lots. Furthermore, Tuscan Cliffs, The Bluffs, and Royal Highlands each offer distinct guard-gated luxury living near the country club, according to Luxury Homes of Las Vegas. Each enclave has its own HOA and dedicated security protocols. Moreover, every enclave connects to Southern Highlands Golf Club amenities through the community’s inner gate system.

Southern Highlands Golf Club: a private Robert Trent Jones masterpiece

The Southern Highlands Golf Club is a members-only 18-hole championship course. Robert Trent Jones Sr. and Robert Trent Jones Jr. co-designed it together. That father-and-son collaboration is unique in the history of golf course architecture. Furthermore, the course stretches 7,510 yards at par 72 with desert and mountain backdrops and direct views of the Las Vegas Strip, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal.

Membership initiation fees range from 17,500 to 50,000 dollars with monthly dues of 600 to 1,360 dollars. Moreover, membership includes the 13,000-square-foot Spa Southern Highlands, a 25-meter lap pool, outdoor resort pool, private cabanas, illuminated tennis courts, fine dining, and over 50 acres of parks and walking trails. Additionally, the spa offers luxury wellness treatments, group fitness classes, and private cabanas on par with a five-star resort. Consequently, the lifestyle package at Southern Highlands delivers genuine resort-level living within a guard-gated residential community.

Why Southern Highlands is the luxury buyer’s choice for Strip proximity and privacy

No other luxury community in Las Vegas combines Strip proximity and guard-gated privacy the way Southern Highlands does. The Las Vegas Strip is 15 minutes away. Harry Reid International Airport is equally close. Furthermore, Allegiant Stadium is a short drive, making Southern Highlands the natural choice for professional athletes and sports-oriented buyers.

For buyers who travel frequently for business, the airport proximity delivers a practical advantage that Summerlin communities simply cannot match. Moreover, the 215 Beltway provides immediate access to every part of the valley. Additionally, the community’s established 2,200-acre footprint means mature landscaping, tree-lined streets, and a settled neighborhood character that newer communities are still developing. Consequently, buyers get both convenience and the refined lifestyle that comes only with a truly established community. Explore all Las Vegas luxury communities on Ryan’s site.

Frequently asked questions about Southern Highlands luxury homes

What luxury homes are available in Southern Highlands Las Vegas?
Luxury single-family homes start at approximately 1.2 million dollars in guard-gated enclaves. Custom estates in Augusta Canyon and Olympia Ridge Estates range from one million to over 11 million dollars on lots up to 5 acres. Homes range from 3,000 to over 10,000 square feet with Mediterranean, Tuscan, and contemporary architectural styles.

What guard-gated luxury enclaves are inside Southern Highlands?
The finest enclaves are Augusta Canyon, Olympia Ridge Estates, Tuscan Cliffs, The Bluffs, and Royal Highlands. Each has its own guard gate and HOA structure. Augusta Canyon features direct private access to the golf club through an inner gate. Professional athletes and gaming executives consistently choose these enclaves for privacy and prestige.

Why do high-net-worth buyers choose Southern Highlands over other luxury communities?
Southern Highlands delivers private Robert Trent Jones golf, guard-gated custom estates, and world-class spa amenities at a compelling price point below The Ridges or The Summit Club. Furthermore, its location 15 minutes from the Strip and minutes from the airport is unmatched by any Summerlin luxury community. It is the top choice for executives and athletes who need Strip access without sacrificing privacy.

Who is the best real estate agent for Southern Highlands luxury homes?
Ryan Knoch specializes in luxury real estate throughout Las Vegas including Southern Highlands guard-gated enclaves. Contact Ryan at (702) 303-7946 or visit ryanknoch.com/luxury.