Miners Village

Independent Assessment

Miners Village is confirmed as a real, fully built-out, currently reselling 55+ community — not a rental or assisted-living property — based on consistent, independent reporting across multiple Reno-area real estate sites (55places, CalNevaRealty, FreeNevadaMove, and Nevada Real Estate Group all describe the same 86-home count, the same Double Diamond Ranch master-plan context, and the same 55+ age qualification). No confirmed original developer/builder as a recognized national active-adult brand was found, only that the community was built within the larger Double Diamond Ranch development, which itself was built by a mix of builders including Toll Brothers, Ryder Homes, Lennar, and Di Loreto Homes across its 26 named villages; this does not appear to weaken Miners Village's legitimacy or its consistently reported age-restricted status.

Who May Find This Community Appealing

Buyers who specifically want a small, close-knit 55-plus community — where neighbors often know one another by name — rather than a large, resort-scaled active-adult development are the best fit for Miners Village. Its South Reno location within Double Diamond Ranch also suits buyers who value proximity to shopping, dining, a movie theater, and Renown South Meadows Medical Center, along with easy access to Interstate 580 and a relatively short drive to Reno-Tahoe International Airport.

Homes, Builders & Development History

Miners Village was developed within the larger Double Diamond Ranch master-planned community in South Reno, with construction reported between approximately 1999 and 2002, reaching a final build-out of 86 single-family homes. Homes range from approximately 1,264 to 2,476-2,478 square feet across two- to four-bedroom floor plans with two-car garages. The specific original builder as a recognized national active-adult brand was not independently confirmed.

Current Pricing & Market Positioning

Reported average resale pricing at Miners Village runs around $620,000, roughly tracking the broader South Reno and citywide Reno housing market, which was reported near a $600,000 citywide median in 2026 and appreciating year-over-year. Given the community's roughly two-decade construction span (1999-2002) and range of two- to four-bedroom floor plans, buyers should request recent closed comparables for the specific model under consideration rather than relying on the community-wide average.

New Construction vs. Resale Considerations

Miners Village is fully built out and sold, so all current purchase activity is resale without a builder warranty. Given the community's roughly two-decade age, resale buyers should budget for a full independent inspection, verify the age and condition of major home systems, and request the HOA's current financial statements and reserve study before purchasing.

Taxes, Insurance & Special Assessments

Homes in Miners Village are subject to Washoe County property tax, assessed at the county's current rate, along with applicable City of Reno municipal charges. Nevada has no state income tax and no broad age-based property tax exemption comparable to some other states; buyers should confirm current assessed value, applicable tax rate, and any available senior tax-assistance programs directly with the Washoe County Assessor's Office.

Community Layout & Lifestyle

Miners Village offers a quiet, small-scale, gated 55-plus lifestyle within the much larger Double Diamond Ranch master plan, with a close-knit, walkable neighborhood feel distinct from Reno's larger active-adult communities. Residents have access to a modest but functional clubhouse with an indoor pool and fitness room, along with the broader trail network and outdoor recreation opportunities within Double Diamond Ranch.

Shopping, Healthcare & Airport Access

Miners Village is located within the Double Diamond Ranch master-planned community in South Reno, ZIP 89521, with Interstate 580 just outside the community for convenient access to downtown Reno and points south toward Carson City. The location offers nearby shopping centers, restaurants, a movie theater, and Renown South Meadows Medical Center, with Reno-Tahoe International Airport approximately six miles from the community's entrance.

Age Qualification & Material Ownership Restrictions

Miners Village is confirmed by multiple independent sources as an age-qualified community: at least one resident in each household must be 55 years of age or older, consistent with the federal Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA) framework, which requires at least one resident age 55 or older in at least 80% of occupied homes community-wide. The recorded Washoe County CC&R or deed-restriction language establishing the specific legal age-verification mechanism was not independently obtained. Buyers should confirm current occupancy and age-verification rules directly with the Miners Village homeowners association.

Tradeoffs & Limitations

Because Miners Village has been fully built out since approximately 2002, all current purchases are resales without a builder warranty, and given the community's small size (86 homes), the pace of available listings may be slower than in larger nearby communities. The specific original developer/builder as a recognized national active-adult brand was not independently confirmed, and the recorded Washoe County CC&R or deed-restriction language for the community's age qualification could not be verified. The community's amenities are more modest in scale than larger communities like Sierra Canyon, with a single clubhouse rather than multiple community centers, and it does not include on-site golf.

Comparison With Nearby Communities

Within the South Reno active-adult cluster, Miners Village is notably smaller and more intimate than nearby Regency at Caramella Ranch, trading newer construction and a larger resort-style clubhouse for a quieter, close-knit neighborhood feel and an established, lower-key resale market. Buyers who specifically want a small-scale community with a modest clubhouse and pool should focus on Miners Village, while buyers wanting new construction or a larger amenity package may prefer Regency at Caramella Ranch.

Current Listings

A connected local agent can provide current available resale inventory at Miners Village and recent closed comparables given the community's limited size.

Is Miners Village in Reno age-restricted?

Yes. Multiple independent sources consistently describe Miners Village as an age-qualified 55-and-older community, though the recorded Washoe County deed-restriction language could not be independently verified. Confirm current rules directly with the homeowners association.

How many homes are in Miners Village?

86 single-family homes, making it one of the smaller and more intimate 55+ communities in the Reno/Sparks area, within the larger roughly 3,100-home Double Diamond Ranch master plan.

Can I buy new construction in Miners Village?

No. The community has been fully built out since approximately 2002 and is a resale-only market.

What is the HOA fee at Miners Village?

Reported at $190/month, covering the private clubhouse, pool, fitness center, front-yard landscaping, gated entrance, and snow removal. Confirm the current, exact fee directly with the homeowners association.