Mortgage rates have returned to near-record lows. Monthly payments are extremely affordable. Together with our Preferred Lenders, we can remove the barriers that keep your dream of owning a new home from becoming a reality.

     2.   Energy Efficiency

American West’s homes are certified as both ENERGY STAR® and Energy Plus. This means that your new home exceeds the energy efficiency of a standard home by 30 percent, double homes that only qualify as ENERGY STAR®  Energy-efficient features in our homes include a 14-SEER natural gas heat and electric central air-conditioning with Puronâ; radiant heat barrier roof sheathing; programmable setback thermostat; R-13 insulation in exterior walls and R-30 insulation in ceilings; Prime Wrap® house wrap; fiberglass front-entry door; vinyl-framed, dual-pane low-e windows and sliding glass door; 50-gallon quick-recovery natural gas water heater; and Super-Flow water management system.

You will not find these features in all new homes but you will find them in an American West home. The best part is that all these features are included in the purchase price of your new home and mean significant energy cost savings to you.

     3.   Great Selection and Superior Locations

American West offers homes in a wide variety of beautiful home designs located throughout the Las Vegas valley. Our home designs range from 1,218 to 4,770 square feet.  American West builds an amazingly wide variety of homes in only the most spectacular locations. Our variety of home designs offer something for everyone. We have a home that will meet your family’s needs.

Today’s families spend more time at home and place a greater importance on the community in which they reside than ever before. Understanding this importance has led American West to pioneer communities in the most desirable Southern Nevada locations. Being a local builder, gives American West an understanding most builders don’t have. Our company has the foresight and knowledge of area amenities and growth throughout the Las Vegas valley. We are committed to designing communities and neighborhoods to the best advantage of our homebuyers.   

An ideal location, award-winning home designs, and community conveniences beyond compare – they all come together at any of the 10 American West communities located throughout the Las Vegas valley. Whether buyers are drawn to the state-of-the-art schools, the nearby shopping and dining, the ideal setting, or our innovative home designs, one thing is for certain, they come to American West knowing they’ll find homes suited to their styles and lifestyle.

     4.   Confidence and Reassurance

Purchasing a new home is one of the biggest investments that you will make in your lifetime. Today’s home buyers are seeking homes constructed by quality builders with established track records, who stand behind their homes. American West is a local, privately owned business that has been building in the Las Vegas valley for over 25 years with thousands of happy homeowners. American West is the only builder in the nation who has won the ACE Award for construction excellence twice. Dollar for dollar, square foot for square foot, no builder offers more value than American West. You can take comfort that your new home is built by Southern Nevada’s #1 Home Builder.

     5.   Design Excellence

With over 200 awards from local, regional and national industry peers, American West continues to be among the elite who remain on the cutting edge of design and quality. This award-winning status is due in large part to what have become American West hallmarks – traditional styling, large homes, customizing opportunities, quality and state-of-the-art technology. Our creative artisans focus on innovative design and ensure high quality – resulting in homes that define family living.

     6.   Unbeatable Investment

Purchasing a new home is still one of the best long term investments anyone can make today. Even in down markets, over the long term home prices still appreciate more than the stock market.

 Statement from Larry Canarelli, President of American West:

“I put my name on every home American West builds.  I’m proud of that.  Knowing from our homeowners that they’re pleased with their home brings the greatest delight to me as a home builder,” Canarelli said. “My dream has always been to provide beautiful, affordable homes that all families could live in. That dream turned into a reality and can be seen throughout the 71 neighborhorhoods that American West has built throughout the Las Vegas valley. We look forward to helping make the dream of a new home come true for you and your family.”

A drowning can occur in seconds, in any water that cover’s a child’s nose and mouth including pools/spas, inflatable pools, bathtubs, toilets, buckets or natural bodies of water. It is extremely important for everyone to remember the simple rules to stay safe around the water. 

THE A B C & D’S OF DROWNING PREVENTION 

A is for Adult Supervision 

B is for Barriers (for your pool) 

C is for Classes (Swim Lessons & CRP) 

D is for Devices (PFD’s/Life Jackets and Rescue Tools) 

It is also a smart idea to make sure you have a phone by the pool. In the case of an emergency, you do not want to have to run back into the house to look for a phone. 

Here are some helpful links for more information: 

Drowning Prevention – http://www.gethealthyclarkcounty.org/injury_prev/drowning.html 

The ABC & D’s of Drowning Prevention – Simple Rules to Stay Safe Around Water  http://www.gethealthyclarkcounty.org/injury_prev/abc_drowning.htm 

Please be safe.

“Home shoppers are continuing to discover that they can get more for their money when buying a brand-new home from American West,” said Larry Canarelli, President of American West. “American West offers more included features than other builders for some of the best prices per square foot in Las Vegas. We believe the families of Las Vegas deserve the superior quality, innovative craftsmanship and outstanding customer service American West is committed to providing our homebuyers. Dollar for dollar, our homes offer more value per square foot than any other builder.” 

The homes at Kensington range from 3,435 to 4,770 square feet and start at $349,500. They feature 4 to 6 bedrooms, 2 ½ to 4 bathrooms, formal living and dining rooms, game rooms, studies, and libraries, depending on the floor plan. Home shoppers are amazed by the 4,770 square foot home with the included elevator. 

The newest addition to this collection of homes is The Lauren. This beautiful 4,375 square foot two-story will take your breath away. The first floor is ideal for all your entertaining needs with both formal and casual living areas. Are you always looking for more space for your family gatherings? The huge family room can accommodate all your family members. There is also a downstairs bedroom which is ideal for your guests. Three additional bedrooms, a full bath, spacious game room and master suite are located on the second floor. The master bath has a huge walk-in closet, double vanity and separate tub and shower. This home has many different customization choices with the ability to add a second master suite to your first floor, a study or an additional bath to the second floor. 

Standard features throughout all the homes include granite-tiled kitchen counter tops, pendant lighting over islands, cultured marble bath vanity tops, custom paving stones and front yard landscaping. Home buyers appreciate the energy conservation standard features knowing that their 14-SEER air-conditioning unit, vinyl dual-paned low-e windows and radiant heat barrier roof will help to keep their energy costs tremendously down.  

The one of a kind location of Highlands Ranch provides convenient access to highways, new schools, brand new retail centers and the adjacent master-planned community of Southern Highlands, where trails and parks are available for public use. 

“Highlands Ranch is the perfect family neighborhood,” Canarelli said. “Residents can get out and walk with their kids or pets and there’s a shopping center just seconds down the road. Home buyers love that they can take advantage of Southern Highlands’ amenities without any of the fees. The whole area brings back the feeling of a classic family community.” 

To visit Kensington at Highlands Ranch, take 1-15 south to Blue Diamond Road and exit west. Turn south on Decatur Boulevard, follow the signs to the model homes.

Model homes are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. For additional information, visit  AmericanWestHomes.com or call (702) 853-4580.

The Lauren - 4,375 Sq. Ft.

“American West Lexington at Highlands Ranch is an extension of the quality homes that American West has been building in Southern Nevada for over 25 years,” Larry Canarelli, president of American West, said. “Our homebuyers are amazed by the price per square foot and quality we offer in one of the most popular areas of southern Nevada. Lexington’s home designs appeal to today’s buyers who are seeking spacious and affordable new homes.”

Lexington features four floor plans ranging from 1,216 to 2,188 square feet with up to four bedrooms. Prices start at $178.500.

The homes at Lexington are designed with desert living and energy efficiency in mind.

“Our architects designed Lexington while considering the environment and energy conservation,” Canarelli said. “Each home has received the designation of Energy Plus for meeting and exceeding efficiency requirements set by the Environmental Protection Agency by our inclusion of efficient building products. This rating means that each home is at least 30% more energy efficient than current National Home Building Standards and 15% more energy efficient than homes that qualify only as ENERGY STAR®.”

Energy-efficient features include a 14-SEER natural gas heat and electric central air-conditioning with Puron®; radiant heat barrier roof sheathing; programmable setback thermostat; R-13 insulation in exterior walls and R-30 insulation in ceilings; Prime Wrap® house wrap; fiberglass front-entry door; vinyl-framed, dual-pane low-e windows and sliding glass door; 50-gallon quick-recovery natural gas water heater; and Super-Flow water management system.

“In addition to including these energy-efficient features in each home, home buyers will discover that many highly desired design features are included in each Lexington home that other builders may consider as ‘upgrades,’” Canarelli said. “We are conscious to provide what today’s buyers really want in their homes. They definitely get more with their money with the purchase of an American West home.”

Each home includes ceramic-tile entries; granite-tile kitchen counter tops; decorative pendant lighting over kitchen islands; Whirlpool dishwasher and self-cleaning oven custom cabinetry with satin chrome drawer knobs and door handles; cultured-marble vanity tops; luxurious deluxe spa shower in master bath; raised-panel interior doors; and a 10-year structural assurance plan.

Highlands Ranch residents enjoy the convenient access to new parks, schools, retail developments and shopping in the burgeoning southwestern valley. “As a builder, we believe in giving our homebuyers all the benefits of master-plan living with out any additional fees such as a SID or LID.” Canarelli said.

To visit Lexington, take Interstate 15 to Blue Diamond Road exit and head west. Turn south on Jones. Turn east on Richmar. Lexington is located on corner of Jones and Richmar. The sales office is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

For more information about Lexington, visit www.AmericanWestHomes.com or call (702) 853-4597.

The Allison - 1,216 Sq. Ft.

The Brady - 1,486 Sq. Ft.

The Camryn - 1,641 Sq. Ft.

The David - 2,188 Sq. Ft.

Head for the Highlands and you’ll find five distinctive communities with their own brand of lifestyle.  Each of these magnificent neighborhoods offer a wide variety of features and versatile floor plans as vast as the land they’ve tamed. Homebuyers collectively have more than 27 new home design choices.

Lexington is a neighborhood that brings affordable living to a whole new level. The new home designs range from 1,216 to 2.188 with up to 4 bedrooms. Prices start at $178,500. Lexington’s two-story and split-level designs will appeal to buyers who are seeking spacious and affordable new homes. 

Six new home plans are offered at Fairmont. Priced from $198,500, layouts measure 1,486 to 2,564 square feet with as many as four bedrooms and 3.5 baths.  Buyers can opt for everything from a dining island to a study to an extended game room, based on floor plan.

With prices as low as $219,500, Newcastle at Highlands Ranch offers first-time and move-up home buyers the chance to create the home of their dreams. The home designs range from 1,701 to 3,176 square feet with up to 5 bedrooms. Floorplan configurations include studies, game rooms, formal dining rooms, 1^st-floor master suites and optional second master suites. 

Windsor offers five two-story and split-level floor plans ranging from 2,222 to 3,790 square feet with up to five bedrooms. Pricing starts at $269,500. The different floorplan variations include studies, libraries, and game rooms. The 3,727 square foot split-level home includes an elevator. 

Kensington offers the most exciting executive homes in Las Vegas with five home designs ranging from 3,435 to 4,770 square feet with up to six bedrooms, four baths and a three-car garage starting at $349,500. The neighborhood’s 4,770 square foot split-level floor plan has an included elevator. 

“We’re looking toward the future,” said Larry Canarelli, American West President “As the valley continues to grow and the needs of our families continue to evolve, our planners, engineers, designers and sales counselors grow with them. We try to anticipate what our families value most. Oftentimes what we’re all looking for in a home is more than comfort—it’s community, it’s security, it’s proximity to the services we need and the people we love.” 

The southwest is home to the best-built master plans in the Las Vegas valley. And right outside your front door are the community’s finest parks, golf course, hiking trails and interconnecting jogging and bicycle paths. Recreational opportunities abound as part of the built-in lifestyle at Highlands Ranch.  Residents enjoy the convenient access to new parks, schools, retail developments and shopping in the burgeoning southwestern valley. Once you add the easy freeway access to this picture-perfect vista, you will see that Highlands Ranch is designed to be the perfect place to hang your hat, round up your friends and set your sights on adventure as far as the eye can see. “As a builder, we believe in giving our homebuyers all the benefits of master-plan living with out any additional fees such as a SID or LID.” Canarelli said. 

This is the heart of the Southwest, won all over again. Wide open spaces. Wide open smiles. And a brand new community to call home. 

To visit Highlands Ranch, take I-15 south to Blue Diamond. Exit west on Blue Diamond. Turn south on Decatur and look for the Highlands Ranch signs. Models are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. For more information about Highlands Ranch, call (702) 308-1111 or visit http://www.americanwesthomes.com/.

We were thrilled to see the excitement from all the Realtors touring our new models. The feedback from the Realtors was great. We received numerous comments in regards to the gourmet kitchens with center islands and huge pantries, spacious secondary bedrooms, luxurious master suites with enormous closets, and the large casual and formal living areas. Realtors were also thrilled to see that we kept with the standard that is offered at all our American West communities and that is pool-sized backyards. 

Here are some great articles about the event: 

Real estate expert sees recovery in LV market – Las Vegas Sun 

It’s reset time for valley real estate, official says – Las Vegas Review Journal

The beautiful floorplans were unveiled to the public on Friday, May 8^th. We received tons of traffic and wrote six sales over the week-end. In fact, American West led the way in terms of sales for new home builders in Las Vegas last week!

 In case you missed the article on our Grand Opening, here is it: 

RESERVE AT CORONADO RANCH: American West adds homes – Las Vegas Review Journal 

The American West Reserve homes are most definitely a must see. For more information on the homes visit our website at www.americanwesthomes.com . The sales office is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The number to the sales office is (702) 853-4586. 

We put together a video from some of the Realtors feedback – enjoy!

“Home shoppers have a chance to see the spacious designs, quality construction and beautifully-appointed architectural details that set American West homes apart,” said American West President Larry Canarelli. “We pride ourselves on our attention to detail and custom features.”

Every American West home includes standard features and amenities that other home builders consider upgrades.

“The new homes at Reserve have granite counter tops, gourmet kitchens with large dining islands, spacious master bedrooms with enormous closets and large secondary bedrooms. All our homes also are built to Energy Star® and Energy Plus standards. That means they are more energy efficient than homes with just the well-known Energy Star® rating,” said Canarelli.

All home sites at Reserve at Coronado Ranch are pool-size. Homebuyers have the option of plotting their home on the site they choose with the color scheme, exterior design and landscaping that they want. “We allow our homeowners to customize their home the way they want it,” said Canarelli. “We are conscious to provide what today’s buyers really want in their homes. They definitely get more with their money with the purchase of an American West home.”

Coronado Ranch is one of Las Vegas’s fastest-growing, most popular communities. It offers incredible convenience located just near the 215 Beltway; minutes from recreational activities such as golf, hiking and cycling; and seconds from enviable shopping and dining.

American West Reserve Plan 2492 is a two-story home featuring 2,492 square feet. It includes four bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms, a study, great room and dining area.

“The study in this floor plan is an optional fifth bedroom, giving families plenty of room to grow,” said Kate Jacobs, American West Internet Sales Manager.

Plan 2769 features four bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, formal dining and living rooms, a family room, dining and upstairs game room. The home measures 2,769 square feet.

“The upstairs game room in this home offers several flexible options. It can be a study or bedroom with a large storage closet. You also have the option of an additional bathroom,” said Jacobs.

At 3,019 square feet, Plan 3019 is the largest home available at American West Reserve. The two-story home includes four bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms, formal dining and living rooms, a family room and a large upstairs game room.

“There are a number of exciting options in this home. Homebuyers can opt for a guest suite that essentially gives the homeowner a second master bedroom with an attached bathroom. They also can choose an additional bedroom in lieu of the upstairs game room. It’s a very flexible floor plan that allows our homebuyers to customize the bedrooms and accommodate families of all sizes and needs,” said Jacobs.

“All three homes offer incredible storage. The pantries are enormous and the master bedroom and secondary bedrooms have closets to die for,” said Jacobs. “You will find that the areas of the home you use most have more than enough room to allow your family to grow.”

To visit, take the 215-Beltway to Rainbow. Exit south on Rainbow. Turn east (left) on Wigwam. Entrance to community is on the right side of the street. Sales office is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

For more information on American West Reserve or any of American West’s other communities, visit www.americanwesthomes.com or call (702) 853-4586.

Things You Can Do:

● Use programmable thermostats and recommended temperature and settings.

● Reduce idle electricity use (unplug or shut off unused electronics, set your computer to hibernate, turn off unused lights). Every year, U.S. households spend $100 to power devices while they are in “standby” mode.

● Waste less food.

● Reduce incandescent bulbs with CRL’s.

● Maintain your vehicle properly (oil grade, engine tuning, tire inflation).

● Attend to water leaks and cut heat loss (use caulking/weather stripping).

● Use hot water more efficiently in your home (lower the temperature setting of water heater, wash in cold water, use efficient faucets and showerheads).

● Opt for Energy Star appliances when replacing a refrigerator or dishwasher. 

Some interesting facts and tips for you from simplesteps.com : 

FACT: If a quarter of the households in the United States replaces incandescent with one CFL, it would save as much CO2 as planting 257,215 acres of forest.
TIP: CFL’s with a Kelvin temperature between 3,000k and 3,500k will give off the familiar warm glow of incandescents.

FACT: Up to 50 percent of the average household’s energy consumption goes to heating and cooling the home.
TIP: Seal all window edges and cracks with caulk, reducing the energy consumed to maintain indoor temperature.

FACT: Every year, the U.S. uses 100 billion plastic bags consuming about 12 million barrels of oil.
TIP: When shopping at the grocery store, or even the mall, bring a reusable bag.

FACT: Americans threw away more than 100 million cell phones in 2006. Recycling them could have saved enough energy to power approximately 194,000 U.S. households for one year.
TIP: It’s one of the 3 R’s! Reduce, Reuse and Recycle!

In the words of Dr. Seuss in his classic book, “The Lorax”. 

“But now,” says the Once-ler,
“Now that you’re here, the word of the Lorax seems perfectly clear.
UNLESS someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better.
It’s not.” 

Let’s help to make this Earth Day the most successful one yet. Happy Earth Day!

The great news is that the total number of ENERGY STAR qualified homes in 2009 was equivalent to the following:

● Eliminating the emissions from 45.08 vehicles

● Saving 272,688 lbs. of coal

● Planting 74.52 acres of trees

● Saving homeowners $41,124 on their utility bills. 

American West’s homes are designed with desert living and energy efficiency in mind. Our architects design our homes while considering the environment and energy conservation. 

The environment and energy conservation are extremely important to us as a company which is why our energy-efficient features are included in our homes. These features include a 14-SEER natural gas heat and electric central air-conditioning with Puron®; radiant heat barrier roof sheathing; programmable setback thermostat; R-13 insulation in exterior walls and R-30 insulation in ceilings; Prime-Wrap® house wrap protects your home against air and moisture infiltration; fiberglass front-entry door; vinyl-framed, dual-pane low-e windows and sliding glass door; 50-gallon quick-recovery natural gas water heater; and Super-Flow water management system.

As a builder, we go beyond the ENERGY STAR® certification in that our homes are also certified as Energy Plus. This additional certification means that each home is at least 30 percent more energy efficient than current National Home Building Standards and 15% more energy efficient than homes that qualify only as ENERGY STAR®.” 

As we approach the celebration of Earth Day, rest assured that American West is doing our part in helping the environment.

The masterful collection of new homes showcases the best of what American West has to offer new homebuyers. We have drawn upon two plus decades of construction excellence and signature features to create the ultimate American West community. 

The three brand new American West home designs offer something for everyone. With innovative home designs, attractive amenities and supreme value, it’s easy to see why buyers are excited to make American West Reserve their new home. Prices for the homes start in the $200’s. 

“American West is excited to offer this sneak peek of our newest neighborhood, Reserve at Coronado Ranch. This neighborhood is just an extension of the quality homes that we have been building in Southern Nevada for over 25 years,” Larry Canarelli, president of American West, said. “Reserve’s two-story designs will appeal to today’s buyers who are seeking spacious and affordable new homes.” 

Plan 2492 features four bedrooms, 2 ½ baths and a study with 2,492 square feet. The first floor is home to a spacious great room, dining area and gourmet kitchen. 

“You will never be at a loss for space when it comes to entertaining in this home,” said Kate Jacobs, American West Internet Sales Manager. “The study in this home is an optional fifth bedroom, giving families plenty of room to grow.” 

Plan 2769 features four bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, formal dining and living rooms, a family room, dining and upstairs game room. The home measures 2,769 square feet. This home also features the option for a study and an additional bath. 

At 3,019 square feet, Plan 3019 is the largest home available at American West Reserve. The two-story home includes four bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms, formal dining and living rooms, a family room and a large upstairs game room. 

There are a number of options in this home that allows families to customize it to their wants and needs. Homebuyers can opt for a guest suite that essentially gives the homeowner a second master bedroom. They can also choose an additional bedroom in lieu of the upstairs game room. 

“The storage in all three of these homes is incredible. The pantries in the gourmet kitchens are enormous and the master bedroom and secondary bedrooms have closets to die for,” said Jacobs. 

All homes at American West Reserve are not only ENERGY STAR® certified but also Energy Plus certified. These certifications mean that your new home is 15% more energy efficient than homes that only qualify as ENERGY STAR® and 30% more energy efficient that current National Home Building Standards.   

“Our architects designed Reserve while considering the environment and energy conservation,” Canarelli said. “In addition to including all the energy-efficient features in each home that allow us to achieve both these certifications, home buyers will discover that many highly desired design features are included in each Reserve home that other builders may consider as ‘upgrades.’” We are conscious to provide what today’s buyers really want in their homes. They definitely get more with their money with the purchase of an American West home.” 

The exceptional value at American West Reserve stretches far beyond the homes, tree-lined streets and magnificent entries. Services and amenities abound in thriving Coronado Ranch. Area schools are the community’s pride and joy. New facilities provide state-of-the-art resources and a full slate of social and athletic activities. Life at American West Reserve is made even easier thanks to a plethora of handy shopping, dining, recreation and easy 215 Beltway freeway access. 

As one of the nation’s most successful privately owned homebuilders, American West has been providing homes for the families of Southern Nevada since 1984. From innovative design and superior construction, to homeowner satisfaction, American West’s homes offer exceptional quality and the best value per square foot of any home builder in Southern Nevada. 

To visit American West Reserve, take the 215-Beltway to Rainbow. Exit south on Rainbow. Turn east (left) on Wigwam. Entrance to community is on the right side of the street. Sales office is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

For more information on American West Reserve or any of American West’s other communities, visit www.AmericanWestHomes.com or call (702) 308-1111.

Plan 2492