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Ascaya Homes for Sale
17 active listings
From $2,958,000 to $14,399,999
Ascaya is one of the most architecturally distinctive luxury communities in the western United States. Hong Kong-based investor Henry Cheng's development team broke ground on the McCullough hillside in 2004, halted construction during the 2008 recession, and resumed in 2014 with a refined master plan. The community sits in the 89012 ZIP code, immediately adjacent to MacDonald Highlands, with its own separate 24-hour staffed guard gate. Approximately 313 total custom homesites are planned at full build-out, with the final 58 lots (the Cloud Rock Collection) released in 2025. The defining feature of Ascaya is its strict modern desert architectural standard, enforced through CC&Rs that govern materials, color palettes, roof lines, and overall aesthetic. The result is a community where every home is custom but every home shares a coherent architectural language: glass, stone, steel, and angular silhouettes carved into the hillside, with negative-edge pools cantilevered out over the desert. The community took approximately 15 million cubic yards of mountain blasting and earthmoving to make buildable, with substantial engineering work to create the building pads on the hillside terrain. Ascaya does not have a country club or on-site golf, which is one of the structural differences between it and adjacent MacDonald Highlands. Several high-profile residents (including Mark Davis of the Las Vegas Raiders) have given the community a reputation that draws international buyers and consistent media attention.
About Ascaya
Ascaya is Henderson's newest ultra-luxury guard-gated community, carved into the Black Mountain ridgeline in the southeastern foothills above the Las Vegas valley. The community was designed from the ground up as a custom home site development, with each lot individually graded to maximize views and privacy. The terrain is dramatic, with home sites stepping up the ridgeline at varying elevations to create an amphitheater-like setting overlooking the valley floor.
Development at Ascaya has been deliberate, with infrastructure and community amenities built ahead of residential construction. The result is a carefully planned environment where custom homes are built to each owner's specifications on prepared sites with established utilities, roads, and landscaping.
Homes and Pricing
Home prices in Ascaya range from approximately $2.96 million to over $15 million, reflecting the ultra-luxury positioning of the community. Most homes are custom-built on individually graded lots ranging from approximately one to three acres. Finished homes in the community feature contemporary and desert modern architectural styles with floor-to-ceiling glass, natural stone, and indoor-outdoor living spaces designed to take advantage of the panoramic views.
Vacant lots are also available for buyers who want to select their own architect and builder. Lot prices vary based on size, elevation, and view orientation. The community's architectural review board oversees design standards to maintain quality and cohesion throughout the development.
Amenities and Lifestyle
Ascaya's community clubhouse serves as the social and recreational hub for residents. The facility includes a resort-style pool, fitness center, outdoor gathering spaces, and event areas. The clubhouse architecture echoes the contemporary desert aesthetic of the homes, with clean lines and expansive glass walls framing views of the valley and mountains.
The community's elevated setting provides a sense of seclusion while remaining within a short drive of Henderson's retail, dining, and services. Walking paths and common area landscaping throughout the community use native desert plantings that complement the natural terrain.
Zoned for schools in the Clark County School District. Given the community's location, specific school assignments should be verified with the district, as zoning may vary by lot.
Location and Commute
Ascaya is located in Henderson's southeastern foothills, accessible via Horizon Ridge Parkway and Eastern Avenue. The Las Vegas Strip is approximately 25 to 30 minutes northwest, and Harry Reid International Airport is roughly 20 minutes away. The community's position on the Black Mountain ridgeline places it above the valley floor, providing dramatic views but also a slightly longer commute compared to communities closer to the I-215 Beltway.
Daily shopping and dining are available along Eastern Avenue and in the nearby Inspirada and Cadence retail areas. Henderson's downtown Water Street district is approximately 15 minutes to the north.
Who Lives Here
Ascaya attracts ultra-high-net-worth buyers seeking a custom-build experience on a prepared, view-oriented lot in a guard-gated setting. The community draws entrepreneurs, executives, entertainers, and professional athletes from across the country. Many buyers are relocating from California, seeking both the lifestyle and the tax advantages of Nevada. The custom-build model appeals to buyers who want full control over their home's design, materials, and layout rather than purchasing a production or semi-custom residence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ascaya?
Ascaya sits on the McCullough hillside in southeast Henderson, in the 89012 ZIP code, immediately adjacent to MacDonald Highlands. The two communities share the hillside and the broader McCullough Range backdrop, with Ascaya having its own separate 24-hour staffed guard gate. The elevation gives most homes panoramic views of the Las Vegas Valley to the west and the Black Mountains to the east. Harry Reid International Airport is approximately 25 to 30 minutes via the elevation drop down through Stephanie or Eastern. The Strip is approximately 25 to 30 minutes.
Who developed Ascaya?
Henry Cheng, a Hong Kong-based investor through his development team, broke ground on Ascaya in 2004. Construction halted during the 2008 recession and resumed in 2014 with a refined master plan after extensive engineering and infrastructure work on the hillside terrain. The development team continues to manage the master plan through completion, with the final 58 homesites (the Cloud Rock Collection) released in 2025. The international ownership has been part of the community's identity from the start and has shaped the architectural standards and the buyer profile.
Why does every home in Ascaya look similar?
Strict CC&Rs govern materials, color palettes, roof lines, building heights, and overall architectural aesthetic across the master plan. The intent from the Henry Cheng development team was to create a coherent modern desert architectural identity rather than a varied mix of styles. The result: every home in Ascaya is custom, but every home shares the same modern desert language (glass, stone, steel, earth tones, angular silhouettes, negative-edge pools, indoor-outdoor flow). Several other communities in the metro (notably The Ridges) have similar architectural CC&Rs but enforce them less strictly. Ascaya's enforcement is on the upper end of what the metro sees.
How many homes are in Ascaya?
Approximately 313 total custom homesites are planned at full build-out, with construction continuing on remaining lots. The final 58 lots, branded as the Cloud Rock Collection, were released in 2025. The community is significantly smaller than adjacent MacDonald Highlands (which has approximately 1,320 acres and supports more total homes). The intentional small home count is part of the structural exclusivity, and inventory turnover is correspondingly low. Saved searches with immediate new-listing alerts work well for serious buyers.
Is there a country club at Ascaya?
No. Ascaya does not have an on-site country club or golf course. This is one of the structural differences between Ascaya and adjacent MacDonald Highlands, which has DragonRidge Country Club at its center. Ascaya residents who want country club access typically join DragonRidge (next door), Anthem Country Club (10 minutes east), Southern Highlands Golf Club (25 minutes west), or other private clubs in the metro. Buyers who specifically want country club living should consider this difference when comparing Ascaya against MacDonald Highlands at similar price points.
What are home prices like in Ascaya?
Active listings in Ascaya typically run from approximately $3M for the smaller custom homes up past $15M for the larger custom estates on premium lots. Most finished homes sit in the $3M to $8M range, with several pushing past $10M. Custom new-construction homes built to specification on Cloud Rock Collection lots often run higher depending on lot size, finish level, and specific architectural commission. Pricing in Ascaya operates on a similar tier to The Ridges and the higher MacDonald Highlands enclaves, with the architectural distinctiveness being the primary differentiator buyers cite when choosing among the three.