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Sun Valley, NV

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No gray skies in Sun Valley! Nightlife and outdoor adventures shine bright!

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Finding the right place to call home is easy to do in Sun Valley. Located in Washoe County, just north of Reno and an hour from Lake Tahoe, the city is the ideal spot for those who love outdoor adventure, a quiet home, and maybe a bit of nightlife every now and then.

You’ll find many places for outdoor fun that celebrate the beauty and ruggedness of the desert. Sun Valley is a playground for thrill-seekers and adventurists because of its proximity to lakes, rivers, and Peavine Peak. Pyramid Lake is one of the largest lakes in Nevada – and it’s saltwater, not freshwater, with scenic views of the desert mountain terrain. Lake Tahoe is freshwater and straddles California and Nevada. It’s great for boating, swimming, and it has a kids' camp!

The Sierra Safari Zoo, located off Highway 395, has more than 200 species of animals to discover. When it comes to nightlife and entertainment, there is no shortage for Sun Valley residents. The Sun Valley–Reno area includes casinos, theaters, bars, and nightclubs.

Back in Sun Valley, Red Hill is a large green space in walking distance of the city’s community park. When you live here, you’re just minutes away from the University of Nevada, Reno as well as the Reno-Tahoe International Airport.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Sun Valley, NV is $1,415 for one bedroom, $1,589 for two bedrooms, and $2,665 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sun Valley has increased by 6.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,415/month
590 Sq Ft
House
$2,365/month
1,307 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

26

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

38

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • University of Nevada Arboretum
  • W.M. Keck Museum
  • Fleischmann Planetarium & Science Center
  • Rancho San Rafael Park
  • May Arboretum and Botanical Garden

Airports

  • Reno/Tahoe International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.