Las Vegas Opened Gholson Landing Affordable Housing
The new 121-unit community provides housing for households earning 30 to 80 percent of the area median income.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Apartments
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The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority has opened Gholson Landing, a new $32 million development located at 2601 Sunrise Ave. in Las Vegas. The project is designed to help address the regional housing shortage.
Why it matters
This development expands the availability of housing for lower-income households in the city, offering units that range from 600 to 1,300 square feet. It was funded through a combination of low-income housing tax credits and American Rescue Plan Act resources.
The $32 million development includes 121 apartments for households earning 30 to 80 percent of the area median income. Nearly 80 percent of the units are currently leased.
The players
Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority
The local agency responsible for managing subsidized housing programs and developing affordable residential units in the region.
The details
The community features apartments with one to four bedrooms and amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, playground, and computer lab. These units were constructed to serve residents based on their household income relative to area median thresholds. By utilizing tax credits and federal pandemic relief funding, the project aims to stabilize costs for qualified renters in Las Vegas.
Timeline
The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority was established on January 1, 2010.
The Gholson Landing community was opened in October 2026.
Money Landscape
The opening of Gholson Landing follows the pattern of utilizing American Rescue Plan Act funds to address regional housing shortages. This project serves as a local effort to expand supply amidst broader affordability pressures.
Households earning between 30 and 80 percent of the area median income may consider if this development fits their budget and space needs. Interested applicants should contact the housing authority to discuss current unit availability and qualification criteria.
The takeaway
This development provides a new housing option for lower-income households in the city. Families looking for affordable housing should track local housing authority openings or verify their income eligibility against area median benchmarks with a qualified professional.
Further reading
Learn more about local rental market options and eligibility in our Apartments guide.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Las Vegas Review-Journal.
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