Overview
Wimbledon Tower — long known locally as the Wimbledon Tennis Club — is a 10-story condominium built in 1975 on University Center Drive near the UNLV campus, east of the Strip. With roughly 114 residences, it belongs to the first generation of Las Vegas vertical living, and it has aged into a specific role: the most approachable entry point to secured high-rise ownership in the Strip orbit.
Homes are larger than their price suggests — one- to three-bedroom plans generally run from about 1,080 to over 1,500 square feet, with 1970s proportions that give real living and dining rooms rather than open-plan compromises. Views take in the Strip skyline to the west or the mountains beyond the valley.
The building suits first-time buyers, UNLV faculty and families, and investors seeking secured mid-rise living at prices that have historically sat well under $300K for many units. As with any building of this era, unit condition and the HOA’s maintenance history deserve careful review during due diligence.
Amenities & Lifestyle
The amenity set is practical and complete for the price point: 24-hour security, a pool and spa, a fitness center, and a clubhouse with a game room and billiards. Gated parking and mature landscaped grounds round out the community.
Life at Wimbledon is unhurried — a long-standing mix of full-time owners and university-connected residents, without the resort churn of the Strip towers. The HOA covers building exteriors and common areas, keeping ownership straightforwardly low-maintenance.
Location & Nearby
The tower sits in the university district, minutes from the UNLV campus, Thomas & Mack Center, and the Maryland Parkway corridor’s everyday retail. Harry Reid International Airport is under ten minutes away, and Tropicana or Flamingo carry residents to the center Strip in roughly the same time.
The neighborhood is genuinely walkable by Las Vegas standards for campus-area errands and casual dining, while the Strip’s resort corridor remains a short drive rather than a doorstep presence — a balance many owner-occupants prefer.
Fast Facts
| Area | Near-Strip |
|---|---|
| Address | 3930 University Center Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89119 |
| Year built | 1975 |
| Floors | 10 |
| Units | ≈114 |
| Unit types | 1BR – 3BR (≈1,080 – 1,500+ sq ft) |
| Approx. price range | $175K – $400K (approximate) |
| Approx. HOA fees | ≈$400 – $800/mo (approximate) |
| Pet policy | Pet friendly with restrictions — verify current policy |
| Short-term rentals | Short-term rentals not permitted — verify current policy |
All figures approximate — verify current figures with the HOA, the community and your agent before relying on them.
Amenities at a Glance
- 24-hour security
- Pool and spa
- Fitness center
- Clubhouse with billiards and game room
- Gated parking
- Landscaped grounds
