High Rock 5300
5300 Los Altos Pky,
Sparks, NV 89436
$1,747 - $2,369 Total Monthly Price
1-3 Beds
Area Guide
Desert Highlands Sparks, NV
Savor residential tranquility in northeastern Sparks
Suburban
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Peaceful
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Secluded
Situated about six miles northeast of Downtown Sparks, Desert Highlands is a residential community with a peaceful atmosphere. Desert Highlands offers a variety of apartments and houses available for rent in a distinctly suburban locale.
Desert Highlands boasts miles of gentle hills, from which many of the area’s rentals enjoy sweeping views of the surrounding environment. Although the community may feel secluded, Desert Highlands is just a short drive away from Pah Rah Mountain Park, Sparks Marina Park, the Outlets at Legends, and all that Reno has to offer. The community is also within easy driving distance of Lake Tahoe, the perfect destination for a day trip or weekend getaway.
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Desert Highlands is $1,819 for one bedroom, $1,991 for two bedrooms, and $2,488 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Desert Highlands has increased by 1.1% in the past year.
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1 BR
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740 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,819/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,055 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,991/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,347 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,488/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Desert Highlands - Sparks, NV is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Essentials are more spread out in Desert Highlands - Sparks, NV, so everyday errands require more planning.
No Supermarkets Within a 30 Minute Walk
Groceries
10
/ 100
Limited Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
30
/ 100
Limited Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
20
/ 100
Limited Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
30
/ 100
Recreation
Recreation options in Desert Highlands - Sparks, NV are limited, so staying active may require more planning.
Moderate Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
40
/ 100
Few to No Wellness Amenity Options Nearby
Wellness
10
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Desert Highlands - Sparks, NV from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
10
/ 100
Few to No Nightlife Options Nearby
Nightlife
10
/ 100
Not Noisy
Quiet Score
100
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Humboldt National Forest
- University of Nevada Arboretum
- W.M. Keck Museum
- Fleischmann Planetarium & Science Center
- Hidden Valley Regional Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
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 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.