Pahrump is a small quaint town in southern Nevada. The first settlers in Pahrump were the Shoshone Indians. There are so many artesian well in the Pahrump Valley that the Indians named the place “Water Rock”.
The abundance of water brought a lot of ranchers to the valley. The main crops were alfalfa, cotton, and livestock.
As Las Vegas took off as a tourist Mecca and a place to live, real estate speculation became the order of the day. Pahrump was drawn into the boom because of its relatively low priced land compared to Vegas.
Pahrump’s most famous resident is Art Bell. Art is the star of the radio show Coast to Coast which is heard around the world.
Pahrump Land
Pahrump Land prices have taken a nose dive during the economic downturn. You can see this a buying opportunity. Pahrump is a much desired place to live. Pahrump land that used to cost from $25,000 to $100,000 for a 1/2 acre tract can now be purchased for $10,000 to $20,000. Don’t expect these bargain prices to last for Pahrump Land. Once the economy gets back on track then Pahrump Land prices will go up again.
The elevation of Pahrump ranges from 2,500 feet to 2,750 above sea level.
Pahrump Nevada is about 26 miles long and about 12 miles wide.
The weather in the winter can drop down to the 30’s for short periods. Summer weather reaches into the 100’s.
Pahrump Homes
Pahrump Homes are mostly semi-custom built. People tend to want their houses to be different than their neighbors house, so you don’t see many cookie cutter type Pahrump Homes.
If you were in the market for a Pahrump Home right now, it would probably be better for you to buy a previously lived in house rather than a new one. You would get a much better deal then new construction. You would most likely get all the custom extras you ever dreamed about at a much reduced price.
Pahrump Realty
Pahrump Realty is the second most popular occupation in Pahrump next to construction. Everybody seems to be a real estate agent or investor in Pahrump. Pahrump Homes For Sale outnumber the people that live here…at least that is the joke that goes around.
Hotels Pahrump
There are many Hotels in Pahrump. Pahrump has hotels that house casinos and hotels that are stand alone. A hotel in Pahrump will cost less then in a larger city. You can also expect a free buffet or two when you check in. There will be plenty of free parking and many choices when it comes to entertainment and food.
Sheris
Perhaps the most famous Pahrump Ranch is Sheris. That’s right…Pay per act sex. You can buy it here. Sheris Ranch is just one of the bordellos in Pahrump.
Chicken Ranch
Not to be outdone, the Chicken Ranch also provides sex for money. There is no legal prostitution in Las Vegas. So if you want it, then Pahrump is the place to visit.
Pahrump Nevada has it all. Well Pahrump Nevada has a lot.
