Space Ace -
Don't be too worried about living close to the strip. In Vegas there are casinos everywhere, not just the strip. The strip tends to be way over priced - food is more, table limits are higher, slot machines have a lower payback and they don't comp as much. Chances are you'll be much happier with the "local" casino in your neighborhood. They're aren't as glamorous as the strip casinos but most are really, really nice and new.
Good luck on your move.
