By Dana Ems, Owner and Master Stone FabricatorUpdated July 21, 202620+ years stone fabrication experience

UNLV & University District Countertop Fabrication

University Paradise Las Vegas condo kitchen with quartz countertops near UNLV

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The University area of Paradise wraps around the UNLV campus and the Maryland Parkway corridor, a dense mix of condos, older single-family homes, and rental properties that turn over constantly. As the neighborhood arm of our Paradise countertop service, Night & Day Stone fabricates and installs custom countertops for homeowners and investors from the streets near the Thomas & Mack Center out to the university-corridor rentals — you hand-pick your slab at our yard, we template with digital precision, and our own crew installs it.

Because we cut and finish everything in-house at 2951 N Lamont St, a University-area project keeps the same fabricator from slab selection to the final seam. No middleman, no big-box handoff — which matters when you are running numbers on a rental remodel.

Countertop Materials for University-Area Homes

The housing near UNLV is a mix of 1970s and 1980s single-family homes, mid-century condos, and small multi-unit rentals. Many still carry the original laminate or tile, and the goal is usually a durable, good-looking surface that leases fast or refreshes an owner-occupied kitchen. Material choice follows the property type.

Quartz countertops are the top pick for University-area condos and rentals. Engineered quartz is non-porous, never needs sealing, and resists stains from daily cooking — which is exactly what you want when tenants are responsible for upkeep. It gives a clean, modern surface that photographs well for a listing.

Granite countertops are the workhorse for University-area kitchen renovations, starting around $40 per square foot installed. Granite delivers real natural-stone impact and durability that renters and buyers recognize, making it a strong choice for investment properties near the Maryland Parkway corridor. With Las Vegas hard water at 278 ppm, a granite top only needs resealing every one to two years.

We also fabricate marble, quartzite, and porcelain. A fresh bathroom countertop vanity is one of the quickest, highest-return upgrades in a University-area condo or rental.

The University-Area Streets We Work

We install across every pocket of the University area, and each corner has its own project type.

The campus edge near the Thomas & Mack Center — condos and small apartment buildings where owners want fast, low-maintenance quartz that turns over between tenants.

The Maryland Parkway corridor (89169) — the retail and rental spine, lined with mid-century condos and investor-owned units getting granite and quartz refreshes.

The older single-family streets (89119) — the 1970s and 1980s homes south and east of campus, where owner-occupants are finally swapping dated tile for granite or quartz.

Landmarks we route by every week: the UNLV campus, the Thomas & Mack Center, and the Maryland Parkway university corridor.

University-Area Countertop Pricing

Installed pricing, all-in (fabrication, edging, and installation from our own crew):

MaterialInstalled CostUniversity-Area Project Example
Quartz$55–$110/sqft40 sqft campus-edge condo kitchen: ~$3,000
Granite$40–$90/sqft55 sqft Maryland Parkway rental refresh: ~$3,600
Quartzite$70–$150/sqft60 sqft owner-occupied island: ~$7,200
Marble (bath)$50–$120/sqft20 sqft condo vanity: ~$2,000

Prices vary with slab grade, edge profile, and cutouts. Bring your measurements to the yard and we will price it on the spot.

Why University-Area Owners Choose Us

You visit our slab yard and put your hand on the exact slab that ends up in your kitchen — no photo, no sample chip. For an investor running several units near UNLV, that means you can pick one material and color that works across every unit while keeping costs predictable. We template digitally, fabricate in-house, and install with our own team, so the crew that measures your University-area kitchen is the crew that sets the stone. We also offer stone restoration for existing natural-stone surfaces that need polishing rather than replacement.

Directions From the University Area to Our Slab Yard

We are at 2951 N Lamont St, Las Vegas, NV 89115 — about 15 to 20 minutes from the UNLV area. Take Maryland Parkway or Eastern Avenue north to US-95, then over toward the Lamont Street area near Nellis. Most University-area owners visit the yard once to choose a slab, then we handle the rest.

Nearby Areas We Also Serve

The University area is one of several sections of Paradise we fabricate for, from the neighborhoods around Sunset Park to the Strip-corridor condos. See the full Paradise countertop page for everything we cover across the community, or explore our granite and quartz countertop pages for material details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you work in UNLV-area condos and rental units?

Yes. We regularly fabricate and install for condos, mid-century units, and rental properties around UNLV and the Maryland Parkway corridor. We coordinate with building management on access and any HOA requirements, and we can stagger multi-unit projects to keep your renovation timeline on track.

What is the best countertop material for a rental near UNLV?

Quartz and granite are the two strongest options. Quartz needs zero maintenance, which is valuable when tenants handle daily care. Granite delivers genuine stone appeal at a price point that works for investment math.

How quickly can you finish a University-area kitchen?

After you choose your slab, most kitchens are templated within a few days and installed one to two weeks later. For a compact condo kitchen, turnaround is often faster.

Can I see the actual slab before you cut it?

Always. University-area owners hand-pick the exact slab at our yard at 2951 N Lamont St before we fabricate anything.

Get a Free Estimate for Your University-Area Property

Call (702) 809-8436 or visit our slab yard to hand-pick your stone. We serve the UNLV and University area of Paradise and the greater Las Vegas valley from our shop at 2951 N Lamont St, Las Vegas, NV 89115.

Ready to Get Started?

Call us for a free estimate. Visit our slab yard and hand-pick your exact stone.

Call (702) 809-8436