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A master-planned South Reno community with parks, trails, nearby schools and newer retail.
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Damonte Ranch is a 1,962-acre master-planned community at the southern end of Reno, bordered by I-580 and US 395 on former ranch and pasture land. It sits in ZIP 89521 around Damonte Ranch Parkway, Steamboat Parkway, Rio Wrangler Parkway and Veterans Parkway.

The plan combines neighborhoods, schools, open space and commercial areas, with quick access to Mt. Rose Highway and the Lake Tahoe route. This guide covers the history, housing, schools, parks and trade-offs, with sources at the end.

Master plan sizePer Wikipedia summary of the plan
1,962 acres
Planned land use
1,162 residential acres, 350 commercial, 277 open space, 173 public facilities
ZIP code
89521
High school on siteOn a 62-acre site donated by the Damonte family
Damonte Ranch High School, opened fall 2003
Neighborhood park1950 Steamboat Pkwy
Damonte Ranch Park, about 8 acres
School district
Washoe County School District

Damonte Ranch is a newer suburban community by Reno standards. Most streets are laid out around collector parkways, with neighborhood parks, paved paths and a large preserved wetland area in the middle of South Reno's valley floor.

Everyday errands are close. Big-box and grocery retail line South Virginia Street and Damonte Ranch Parkway, and the Shayden Summit lifestyle center is at the I-580 and Mt. Rose Highway interchange.

The ranch roots are still part of the story. Louis Damonte established the current ranch in 1939 on land that traces back to the Peleg Brown Ranch of the 1860s, and it raised alfalfa and cattle before development.

  • Planned open space

    About 277 of the plan's 1,962 acres were set aside for open space and greenbelts.

  • Schools inside the plan

    Damonte Ranch High School opened in 2003 on land donated by the Damonte family, and several WCSD elementary schools sit in or near the community.

  • Wetlands and wildlife

    The property serves as habitat and a migratory stop for birds including cackling geese and white-tailed kites.

  • Mountain access

    Mt. Rose Highway is minutes away, leading to Galena Creek Regional Park and on to Lake Tahoe.

Within the Damonte Ranch master plan

  • Steamboat Parkway / Damonte Ranch Park area

    Central Damonte Ranch around Steamboat Parkway and Rio Wrangler Parkway

    Single-family homes on suburban lots, with some townhome communities

    Walking paths and a neighborhood park; close to Damonte Ranch High School

    Nearby: Damonte Ranch Park with playground, basketball court, picnic shelter and walking paths

    Suits: Buyers who want a neighborhood park and WCSD high school campus nearby

  • Wetlands-edge neighborhoods

    Streets bordering the preserved wetlands near Damonte Ranch Parkway and Double R Boulevard

    Single-family and attached homes, some with open-space views

    Paved loop around ponds and wetlands used by walkers and cyclists

    Nearby: Wetland open space; retail on Damonte Ranch Parkway

    Suits: Buyers who want open views and a paved walking loop

  • Named sub-communities (e.g., Villages at Damonte Ranch, Esplanade at Damonte Ranch, Regency at Damonte Ranch)

    Various locations within the master plan

    Builder-specific single-family and attached product, each with its own association

    Varies by sub-community; check for gated entries or private amenities

    Nearby: Check each association's amenity package and dues

    Suits: Buyers comparing specific builder communities and HOA amenity packages

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Damonte Ranch homes were built mostly from the 2000s onward, so buyers generally find newer construction, open floor plans and two-car or larger garages. Home types include detached single-family homes, townhomes and some condos.

Prices vary by builder, size, lot and sub-community. Homes in newer or gated sections and those with open-space views typically command more than attached homes near the commercial corridors.

  • Single-family detached

    The dominant product, from entry-level tract homes to larger two-story and single-level plans.

  • Townhomes and attached homes

    Available in several sub-communities, often with association-maintained landscaping.

  • Condos

    Condo communities near Damonte Ranch Parkway and the South Virginia corridor.

Market snapshot

  • Citywide context: the median sales price for a single-family home in Reno was about $670,000 in May 2026, and $635,000 across Washoe County, per Sierra Nevada REALTORS data reported by News 4.
  • The same May 2026 report described Washoe County inventory as down nearly 25 percent year over year, with less than two months of supply.

What buyers should know

  • Identify every association a home belongs to (master plus sub-association) and compare total monthly dues.
  • Check whether the home is in a Special Improvement District or has other special assessments on the tax bill.
  • On newer homes, confirm what builder warranties remain and whether they transfer.
  • If considering an age-restricted section, confirm the association's age rules and occupancy requirements in its documents.

Want to know what similar Damonte Ranch homes actually sold for, and what the HOA and tax bill look like? Ask us for a buyer briefing on any listing.

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Damonte Ranch is served by the Washoe County School District, and several campuses are located in or next to the community.

  • Washoe County School District (WCSD)

    School district

    Public schools for Reno, Sparks and the rest of Washoe County. Attendance zones are set by address.

  • Damonte Ranch High School

    Public high (9-12)

    10500 Rio Wrangler Pkwy. Opened fall 2003 on a 62-acre site donated by the Damonte family.

  • Kendyl Depoali Middle School

    Public middle (6-8)

    9300 Wilbur May Pkwy, per NCES; opened in 2009.

  • JWood Raw Elementary School

    Public elementary (PK-5)

    10600 Green Pasture Dr, per NCES.

  • Poulakidas Elementary School

    Public elementary

    A newer WCSD elementary school listed among the district's completed projects.

  • Brown Elementary School

    Public elementary (PK-5)

    13815 Spelling Ct, per NCES.

Colleges & universities

  • University of Nevada, Reno

    Nevada's land-grant university, founded in 1874, and an R1 Carnegie research university north of downtown, roughly 20 minutes away by car.

School assignments depend on the exact address and can change, especially as new schools open in South Reno. Confirm current zoning with the Washoe County School District's Find My Zoned School tool before you rely on it.

Parks and trails

  • Damonte Ranch Park

    About 8 acres at 1950 Steamboat Pkwy with a playground, basketball court, walking paths, picnic shelter and year-round restrooms.

  • Damonte Ranch wetlands paths

    Paved paths around ponds and wetland areas. Stay on the path; the wetlands are federally protected.

  • Galena Creek Regional Park

    A 292-acre Washoe County park at 18250 Mt. Rose Hwy with trails and a visitor center, roughly 20 to 25 minutes away.

Shopping and entertainment

  • Shayden Summit

    An open-air lifestyle center opened in 2007 at 13925 S Virginia St, with more than 65 stores including Century Theatres, Dillard's, Trader Joe's and Dave & Buster's.

Day trips

  • Lake Tahoe via Mt. Rose Highway

    Incline Village is roughly 45 to 50 minutes away by car in good conditions; the highway climbs over a mountain pass and can close or require chains in winter storms.

  • Carson City

    Nevada's capital is roughly 30 to 35 minutes south via I-580.

  • Damonte Ranch Parkway and South Virginia Street

    Grocery, big-box retail, restaurants and services along the community's western edge.

  • Shayden Summit

    Lifestyle center with dining, a movie theater and national retailers at I-580 and Mt. Rose Highway.

  • South Meadows

    Additional shopping, offices and medical services just north in the Double Diamond area.

Inside the community, outdoor time centers on neighborhood parks, paved paths and the wetlands. For bigger terrain, the Carson Range and Mt. Rose Wilderness are reached via Mt. Rose Highway.

  • Damonte Ranch Park

    Neighborhood park with play equipment and paths.

  • Damonte Ranch wetlands

    Open space with paved paths and bird habitat.

  • Galena Creek Regional Park

    Trails with access to Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and the Mt. Rose Wilderness.

  • Bartley Ranch Regional Park

    Trails, horse arenas and an amphitheater in southwest Reno.

Damonte Ranch borders I-580 and US 395, so most residents drive north to Reno and I-80 or south toward Carson City. Mt. Rose Highway (SR 431) begins at the I-580 interchange on the community's southwest side.

Roads & highways

  • I-580 / US 395
  • Damonte Ranch Parkway, Steamboat Parkway and Rio Wrangler Parkway
  • Veterans Parkway (north-south arterial on the east side)
  • Mt. Rose Highway (SR 431) toward Lake Tahoe

Public transit

  • RTC Route 56 (South Meadows / Damonte Ranch) connects the area with Renown South Meadows, Meadowood Mall and other stops. Standard fare was $2.00 per ride on the schedule effective May 2025.

Airports

  • Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) is roughly 15 minutes away. The airport lists 10 airlines and 20-plus nonstop destinations.
Approximate drive times (traffic and weather vary)
Reno-Tahoe International AirportAbout 15 minutes (approximate)
Downtown RenoAbout 20 minutes (approximate)
University of Nevada, RenoAbout 20-25 minutes (approximate)
Carson CityAbout 30-35 minutes (approximate)
Tahoe Reno Industrial Center (USA Parkway)About 40-45 minutes (approximate)
Incline Village, Lake TahoeAbout 45-50 minutes (approximate)

About 350 acres of the Damonte Ranch plan were designated for commercial use, and retail and service businesses line Damonte Ranch Parkway and South Virginia Street. Many residents commute to the South Meadows business area, downtown Reno or the industrial parks east of Sparks.

For a regional employment overview, see our Reno community guide.

  • State income tax

    Nevada's Department of Taxation administers sales, property and business taxes; its list of tax types does not include a personal income tax.

  • Sales tax

    The combined sales tax rate in Washoe County is 8.265 percent (4.6 percent state plus 3.665 percent county), per Avalara's 2026 rate table.

  • Property tax

    Nevada caps annual property tax increases on an owner-occupied primary residence, typically at 3 percent; the Washoe County Assessor's Office explains eligibility.

  • HOA dues

    Most homes are in a master association and many in a sub-association too. Amenity-rich or gated sub-communities usually cost more; verify totals.

  • Winter driving

    Mt. Rose Highway trips to Lake Tahoe may require chains or traction devices during storms.

  • Buyers wanting newer construction

    Most homes date from the 2000s onward, with newer systems and layouts.

  • Buyers who want quick I-580 and Mt. Rose Highway access

    The community borders I-580, and Mt. Rose Highway starts at its southwest corner.

  • Buyers looking for HOA-maintained common areas

    The plan includes about 277 acres of open space and greenbelts managed through associations.

  • Buyers who want schools and parks within the community

    Damonte Ranch High School, elementary campuses and Damonte Ranch Park are all in or next to the plan.

Why people choose Damonte Ranch

  • Newer homes compared with central Reno
  • Planned open space, wetlands and paved paths
  • Several WCSD schools in or near the community
  • Close to Shayden Summit, grocery and big-box retail
  • Direct access to I-580 and Mt. Rose Highway

Things to consider

  • Longer drive to downtown and the university than central neighborhoods
  • Master plus sub-association dues can add up
  • Many homes share similar builder floor plans, so condition and upgrades drive value differences
  • Some streets hear I-580 traffic
  • Continued growth in South Reno can mean construction activity and busier roads

Sources & references (22) · researched 2026-09-29
  1. Damonte Ranch — Wikipedia
  2. Damonte Ranch High School — Wikipedia
  3. Damonte Ranch Park — Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation
  4. Poulakidas Elementary School (completed projects) — Washoe County School District
  5. FirstService Residential Chosen to Manage Regency at Damonte Ranch — FirstService Residential
  6. Residents and HOA dispute over wetlands path in south Reno — News 4 / KRNV
  7. Shayden Summit — Wikipedia
  8. Galena Creek Regional Park — Washoe County Parks and Open Space
  9. Bartley Ranch Regional Park — Washoe County Parks and Open Space
  10. Renown South Meadows Medical Center — Renown Health
  11. Search for Public Schools: ZIP 89521 results — National Center for Education Statistics
  12. Our Schools / Find My Zoned School — Washoe County School District
  13. Find My Zoned School (interactive map) — Washoe County School District
  14. About the University — University of Nevada, Reno
  15. Washoe County median home price hits $635,000 in May amid scarce listings — News 4 / KRNV (citing Sierra Nevada REALTORS)
  16. Washoe County sales tax rate — Avalara
  17. Tax Types — Nevada Department of Taxation
  18. Washoe County Assessor (tax cap information) — Washoe County Assessor's Office
  19. Reno-Tahoe International Airport — Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority
  20. Route 56: South Meadows / Damonte Ranch — RTC Washoe
  21. Route 56 Schedule (effective May 2025) — RTC Washoe
  22. OSRM routing engine (OpenStreetMap data), used for approximate off-peak drive estimates — Project OSRM

Information is believed accurate as of the research date but can change. Verify school assignments, fees and market data before making decisions.

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