Las Vegas Opened Gholson Landing Affordable Housing
The new community at 2601 Sunrise Ave. provides 121 affordable apartments for local families.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Apartments
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The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority has officially opened Gholson Landing, a 121-unit affordable housing development in Las Vegas. The complex serves households earning between 30 and 80 percent of the area median income.
Why it matters
This project represents a strategic effort to address the ongoing housing shortage in the Las Vegas region. The development was designed to provide expanded options for local families by offering units ranging from one to four bedrooms.
The $32 million project features 121 units ranging from 600 to 1,300 square feet. Currently, the community is nearly 80 percent leased.
The players
Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority
This agency manages public and affordable housing programs throughout the Las Vegas region.
Thomas Gholson
He served as the deputy executive director of the housing authority from 1990 to 1996.
The details
The development was financed using a combination of low-income housing tax credits and American Rescue Plan Act funding to facilitate construction. Residents have access to communal amenities including a clubhouse, a fitness center, a computer lab, and a dedicated playground area.
Timeline
The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority was established on January 1, 2010.
Thomas Gholson served as deputy executive director from 1990 to 1996.
The Home Front
Gholson Landing follows the ongoing trend of leveraging federal programs like the American Rescue Plan Act to expand affordable inventory. This project addresses a critical gap in the regional housing market by creating new long-term living options for mid-to-low income households.
If you are seeking affordable housing, consider reviewing your household income against the 30 to 80 percent area median income eligibility requirements. Families should contact the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority directly to inquire about application status for the remaining units.
The takeaway
Large-scale affordable housing developments like Gholson Landing are key to stabilizing local housing costs. Residents interested in similar opportunities should monitor official municipal housing authority notices for application windows and qualification updates.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Las Vegas Review-Journal.
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