Is the closure of Reflection Golf Resort going to affect the values of the homes built on the Golf Course?

Melissa
Home Buyer
North Las Vegas, NV

Will prices go down now? What to do?
With the announcement that Reflection bay is laying off all its help and closing on the 30th of June... there are homes in Sorrento for sale that we are looking at and I cant help but feel that perhaps its not a good time to buy, just right now??? Any light shed is appreciated.
Its frustrating because it seems when you are looking at a property as being on a golf course and that course closes, this is concerning. Additionally, it seems that though they say they will maintain the grounds, you cant really insure this, especially if they file bankruptcy. It seems that with the 25 Million debt they have, there may not be a buyer for them very soon, and what is this going to do to property values along this golf course??

Answers (1)
Mark Bachik
Broker
Las Vegas, NV
FIRST ANSWER

These are all good concerns and valid reasoning. However, this could offer a solid buying opportunity as well. Just this week, banks drastically dropped the prices on several homes overlooking Reflection Bay. Some prices dropped as much as 30%. I also noticed that these properties were quickly put under contract. Yesterday, I specifically went to LLV and tried to get a forecast for the golf courses (both Falls and Reflection Bay) and the properties that surround them. Many believe that the lienholders for the Falls (same for both courses) will soon make a deal with the City of Henderson and turn it into a public course with fees in the $75/round range. This may not happen, of course. I will say that both courses are being manicured to their previous standards. Also, Reflection Bay has a higher distinctive value being a J/N course and being rated as a top 100 course in America. Word is that buyers are being courted to keep it a high-end private course. Keep in mind that things change quickly in this type of market, but my money is going to be on value preservation for the realty in the area. I'm going to take advantage of any further price reductions on the properties surrounding Reflection Bay personally and will recommend the same to my investors. I think we will be glad we did in 5 years! Good luck to you and I'd be privaleged to help in any way. Mark - O48 Realty - Broker/Sales - mark011855@aol.com

Wed Jul 8 2009, 20:37

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