Even out of town, Frank and Ryan kept us apprised of new houses coming onto the market and when we got into town, they were able to accommodate our schedule.
The Short Answer, Right Up Front
A move-up buyer in Seven Hills needs a local realtor who can price and sell the current home while lining up the next luxury home behind the gates, so the two closings fit together instead of leaving you with two mortgages or no place to land. We are the Crighton Rinaldi Team at Rothwell Gornt Companies, a Las Vegas Valley luxury real estate team led by Frank Rinaldi and Ryan Crighton, working the Henderson guard-gated market since 2003.
Seven Hills is core to what we do, along with neighboring luxury enclaves like MacDonald Highlands and Anthem Country Club. Behind us stands a team of roughly 27 agents, so a move-up can run on two tracks at once. Here is what "move-up" means for us:
| Buyer Type | Starting Point | Seven Hills Goal | Main Challenge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suburban trade-up | Standard home in the valley | Larger custom or gated property in 89052 | Timing sale and purchase |
| Growing family | Mid-tier home, low on space | More room behind the guard gate | Beds, schools, lot size |
| First luxury buyer | Solid equity, first gated home | HOA and view-lot lifestyle | Learning a new tier |
The equity in your current home is your move-up leverage. We protect it by pricing that sale correctly, because every dollar left on the table there is a dollar that cannot go toward your next home.
Why Choose a Local Seven Hills Specialist
Protecting that equity depends on a realtor who knows exactly what this market will pay. A local specialist knows the streets and gates of one community and the numbers that actually move value there. For a luxury move-up, that difference is real money. A generalist sells everywhere and knows no single community deeply. That is why we concentrate on Seven Hills and neighborhoods like it, bringing that depth to both halves of your move-up.
- Market Focus: Led by Frank Rinaldi and Ryan Crighton, our team has worked the Las Vegas Valley and Henderson luxury market since 2003.
- Community Expertise: We specialize in guard-gated, master-planned neighborhoods like Seven Hills, Anthem Country Club, and MacDonald Highlands.
- Move-Up Guidance: We regularly help local move-up buyers step from standard suburban homes into higher-end custom gated property inside ZIP code 89052.
- Pricing Insight: We understand how HOA rules and gate access shape value, along with the premium on view lots such as those near the Rio Secco Golf Club, nuances a generalist often misses.
| What A Specialist Sees | What A Generalist May Miss |
|---|---|
| View-lot premiums near the golf course | Treats all lots as equal |
| Guard-gated access and HOA rules | Prices against non-gated homes |
| In-community comparable sales | Uses broad valley averages |
| Which floor plans hold value | Sees only square footage |
| Realistic days on market by tier | Generic market timing |
When we meet, we are glad to name recent homes we have sold inside the community you want. That is the local read we bring to every move-up.
Seven Hills Market Overview
Here is where the Seven Hills market stands as you plan a 2026 move-up: a median listing price near $899,000, a pace around 50 days on market, and steady inventory growth in ZIP code 89052. We also pull live in-community numbers for your exact price band.
| Metric | Current Reading | What It Means For You |
|---|---|---|
| Median listing price | ~$899,000 | Sets your move-up budget target |
| Pace of market | ~50 days on market | Room to plan, not panic |
| Inventory | Steady monthly growth | More custom layouts to choose from |
| ZIP code | 89052 | Core Henderson luxury area |
A median near $899,000 is a listing benchmark, not the price you will pay or get. Custom homes, view lots, and larger floor plans push well above it, while smaller or dated homes sit below. We look at the median for homes like the one you actually want, then price from there.


The Mechanism: How We Help You Trade Up
The hard part of a move-up is rarely finding a nicer home in Seven Hills. It is the timing and the leverage. You have to sell your current home for top value, line up the purchase so you are not carrying two mortgages, and negotiate from strength.
Here is the sequence we run:
| Step | Sell Side | Buy Side |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Price against in-community comparables | Map target streets and floor plans |
| 2 | Prepare and present the home to buyers | Identify real value versus overpriced |
| 3 | Bring the offer, negotiate terms | Write a strong offer on your next home |
| 4 | Align close dates | Align close dates |
| 5 | Coordinate inspections and details | Coordinate inspections and details |
On the sell side, we position your current home against the right comparable sales so it prices to the buyers shopping that tier, not broad valley averages that leave money on the table. On the buy side, we give you an honest read on which streets, floor plans, and price points fit what you are stepping up to. Then we coordinate the closings, contingencies, and inspections that keep a move-up from turning into a housing gap.
The hour we value most comes before you list. In one sitting we give you a candid value opinion on your current home and a target price on your next. Together, those two numbers tell you what your move-up actually costs.
Who This Is For
This page is for people ready to step up into Seven Hills and neighborhoods like it. Moving up now carries real advantages and a few tradeoffs worth weighing first.
Advantages of moving up now:
- Steady inventory growth means more homes and layouts to compare.
- A market pace near 50 days gives room to sequence both transactions.
- Locking in a new custom home builds long-term luxury lifestyle value.
Points we weigh with you first:
- You may briefly hold two homes if the timing is not managed.
- Luxury and gated homes carry HOA costs and rules to review.
- View-lot and golf-adjacent premiums raise your buy-side price.
| If You Are... | Best Sequence | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Tight on cash for two payments | Sell first, contingent buy | Protects your budget |
| Flexible with equity | Buy first, sell after | Removes housing gap stress |
| Racing a school-year deadline | Parallel timeline | Both close near your date |
We like to settle on a sequence before you fall for a specific home, because emotion is a poor negotiator. With the plan set, we move fast on the right home without overpaying out of fear.
The Proof: Focus, Not Breadth
Our practice is deliberately concentrated in the luxury, guard-gated segment that Seven Hills belongs to. A team of roughly 27 agents gives us the coverage to run both halves of a move-up in parallel. That specialization is what lets a move-up realtor speak to this trade with genuine depth.
| Team Model | Move-Up Impact |
|---|---|
| Solo agent | One person juggling both sides, easy to stall |
| Large generic brokerage | Broad reach, thin local depth |
| Our focused team of ~27 | Depth in Seven Hills plus parallel coverage |
Our size keeps your two transactions moving in parallel, even when one of us is out showing another home. You get a dedicated point of contact with a full team behind them, so the process rarely stalls.
Objections Handled
Most move-up buyers arrive with a few honest worries. Here is how we handle the common ones.
"I cannot afford to own two homes at once." That is exactly why sequencing matters. We build your buy and sell around each other. We walk you through the options, from contingent offers to timing the close to bridge strategies, so you are not carrying two payments or left without a place to land.
"What if I sell and then cannot find the right next home?" We do not list and hope. We line up your Seven Hills search alongside the sale so you know what you are moving into before you commit to moving out.
"My current home is unique. Will you get its value right?" Community specialization is exactly why we can. We price and market against the right in-community comparables, not generic valley numbers, on both ends of your trade.
| Common Worry | Our Answer | Your Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Two mortgages at once | Sequenced buy and sell | Protected cash flow |
| No next home found | Parallel search | Certainty before you list |
| Unique home mispriced | In-community comps | Accurate value both ways |
| Lost in a big team | Dedicated contact | Fast, personal service |
Extra Moves Smart Move-Up Buyers Make
Handling those worries is the floor. Above it, a handful of habits separate a smooth move-up from a stressful one, and we build each into how we work with you:
- A financing letter before touring. In a luxury market, most sellers weigh a clean, ready buyer over a slightly higher but shaky offer, so we get that letter in hand before you tour.
- An early read of the HOA documents. Guard-gated communities set rules on rentals, exterior changes, and access. We go through them with you in the first week, not the last.
- A close look at the specific view lot. Golf-adjacent and elevated view lots near the Rio Secco area carry premiums that tend to hold value, so you understand what you are paying for.
- A rent-back or bridge option, planned ahead. If you sell first, a short rent-back from your buyer can give you the days you need to close on your Seven Hills home.
- A listing timed to the season. Inventory and buyer demand shift through the year, and we point you to the strongest window to list.
| Overlooked Factor | Why It Matters For A Move-Up |
|---|---|
| Property tax reset | Your new home may carry a higher tax base |
| HOA transfer fees | One-time costs at closing in gated communities |
| Lot orientation and view | Drives resale value more than most expect |
| Close-date alignment | The single biggest cause of move-up stress |
| Inspection timing | Overlapping inspections need careful scheduling |
The best insurance against a rough move-up is a written timeline that names both closings, your financing dates, and your fallback plan. When it all lives on one page, surprises shrink and your leverage grows. We build that page with you early.
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Run both transactions as one coordinated plan, not two separate deals. We price and market your current home against the right comparables while lining up your Seven Hills search in parallel, then align the close dates. That coordination keeps you from carrying two mortgages or facing a housing gap.
The median listing price sits around $899,000, though that is a benchmark, not a fixed number. Custom homes, larger floor plans, and premium view lots price well above the median, while smaller or older homes fall below. We pull live comparables for your exact price band so your target is accurate for 2026.
Homes in Seven Hills average around 50 days on the market, which gives a move-up buyer real room to sequence a sale and a purchase. Well-priced luxury homes in the guard-gated tier can move faster. We use this pace to build a timeline that fits your closing needs.
A move-up in a guard-gated luxury community rewards local depth. A specialist knows view-lot premiums, HOA rules, and the in-community comparable sales that a generalist often misses. That knowledge protects your value on both the sale and the purchase, which is why we keep our focus tight.
It depends on your cash flow and flexibility. If holding two payments is a strain, we lean toward selling first with a contingent purchase or a rent-back. If your equity gives you room, buying first removes the risk of having no home to move into.
Let's Talk About Where You're Headed
The best next step is a straightforward conversation. Tell us about the home you are in and the one you want next, and we will give you a candid read on how to make your move up to Seven Hills work on your timeline.
Call the Crighton Rinaldi Team at Rothwell Gornt Companies on (725) 210-0333, or stop by the office at 1700 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy, Suite 102, Henderson, NV 89012.
