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Nevada is known for its unique desert landscapes, glittering cities, and popular attractions.
Natural wonders include the Grand Canyon, the western edge of which stretches into Nevada, the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, Lake Tahoe, the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, and Valley of Fire State Park, which features stunning red sandstone formations, petroglyphs, and ancient rock art.
Some cultural experience attractions include the Las Vegas strip, known as the "Entertainment Capital of the World", Hoover Dam, the Nevada State Museum located in Carson City, and Burning Man, an annual event which takes place in the Black Rock Desert and draws thousands of visitors from around the world. Burning Man is known for its art, music, and community spirit.
NEVADA Land and Natural Resources
Nevada is home to many diverse land types, including some of the driest deserts in North America, several mountain ranges, many valleys, and several lakes, including Lake Tahoe and Lake Mead. The Sagebrush Steppe covers a large portion of Nevada, and there are also woodlands, river habitats, and several wetlands including the Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge and the Lahontan Valley Wetlands.
Natural resources abound in Nevada, contributing to the state's economy and providing opportunity for many businesses. Minerals including gold, silver, copper and lithium are very common, and Nevada is also a leader in geothermal and renewable energy resources, with a significant portion of its electricity generated from wind and solar power.
Important Information for Buying Vacant Land In NEVADA
Real Estate Excise Tax: No state excise tax, but counties may vary
Deed Recording Fees: Most counties are $37 plus transaction fees of $1.95 per $500 of property value
Property Tax Rate: Varies by county but averages 0.69%
Sales Tax Rate: 6.85% by the state, but some counties may be higher
Total land area: 70.3 million acres
Privately owned land: 22.3 million acres
Average Cost of Farmland: $1,360 per acre
NEVADA State Property Resources
Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Nevada Division of Water Resources
Nevada Division of Forestry
Nevada Division of State Lands
Nevada Department of Transportation
Nevada Division of Environmental Protection
Bureau of Land Management (specific to Nevada)
Websites for Nevada Counties (below)
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