DaenaK

While all of Las Vegas can boast of being a great community that we don't typically get credit for, Summerlin is an amazing community within a great community. It's master planned so the association fees tend to keep things neat and tidy and you get the benefit of beautiful parks in every neighborhood, community centers, walking trails (in some) and EXCELLENT value in buying a property here. As they say "location location location" and that holds true in Summerlin. No matter what area of Summerlin you reside, you're likely very close to the 215 which loops the entire city. Downtown Summerlin has added the much needed "shopping" element we were missing, even though Boca Park had some decent shopping options prior. Red Rock is hands down the nicest and most fun Stations Casino property and it's right in the heart of Summerlin. There are tons of great dining options in the area so you don't have to trek all the way down to the strip for a great meal, but if you do the strip is just a 10-15 minute drive (or 20 at the most if you live in a more remote neighborhood). But consider Strip traffic will add 10 minutes to that drive.
Las Vegas has been rated as having the worst school system in the country, but the schools in Summerlin are the exception. Many have EXCELLENT ratings and you also have great private school options in the area.
Red Rock Canyon is just minutes away and McCarran airport is no more than a 20 minute drive, if not less. But MOST IMPORTANTLY, if you're thinking of moving to Las Vegas, make sure to search Henderson as well! Parts of Henderson are also great options - I'd suggest looking at Anthem if you like Summerlin but want to live on the South side of town. Anthem is hands down the nicest part of Henderson, in addition to the million dollar homes that also reside south of Horizon Ridge Parkway in private communities. But Anthem is a master planned community that has homes priced at every level, not just luxury living.