Henderson Homes For Sale

KEY TAKEAWAYS

What Should You Know About Henderson at a Glance?

Henderson is Clark County's second-largest city — 331,857 residents per the U.S. Census Bureau — with a median list price near $548,000 and homes going under contract in about 21 days per Las Vegas REALTORS. The five takeaways below distill what those numbers mean for anyone weighing a move here.

• Population: 331,857 (Clark County's 2nd-largest city; +28.8% growth since 2010)
• Median list price: $548,000 (vs. $465K county median; $274/sqft)
• Best for: California relocators, families prioritizing schools, active retirees, and luxury buyers seeking guard-gated communities
• Top neighborhoods: MacDonald Highlands, Anthem Country Club, Green Valley Ranch, Lake Las Vegas, Seven Hills, Inspirada
• Why people move here: A+ schools (Vanderburg 10/10), zero state income tax, ranked Money Magazine's #2 safest city, 300 days of sun, 300+ miles of trails

Last updated June 2026 · Sources: LVR, U.S. Census, GreatSchools

BROWSE BY PRICE

How Many Henderson Homes Sell in Each Price Range?

The Henderson median list price sits at $548K per Las Vegas REALTORS June 2026 MLS data, and most inventory clusters in the $450K–$650K band. Each card below shows current active-listing counts by price range, so you can gauge real competition in your budget before you start touring homes.

Counts approximate · Updated daily from MLS data

SAFETY & CRIME

Is Henderson, NV Safe?

• 1.8Violent crimes per 1,000 residentsU.S. avg: 3.7 · LV city: 5.6
• 19.4Property crimes per 1,000 residentsU.S. avg: 19.0 · LV city: 27.2
• #2Safest mid-sized cityMoney Magazine 2024
• 298Henderson PD officers~1.1 officers per 1,000 residents

Sources: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (latest available 2023 data, released 2024), Money Magazine Best Places to Live 2024, Henderson Police Department. Last updated June 2026.

LIVABILITY REPORT CARD

How Does Henderson Score?

Henderson scores in the top 5% of U.S. cities for overall livability, earning A grades for safety, schools, and outdoor access against both Clark County and national benchmarks. Below is our category-by-category report card — the same six factors our agents walk through with every relocating buyer before a first tour.

• A+

  Grade A+: Safety

  Ranked #2 safest mid-sized city by Money Magazine; crime 38% below U.S. average

• A

  Grade A: Schools

  Top-rated public schools in Clark County; 6 schools rated 9-10/10 by GreatSchools

• A

  Grade A: Quality of Life

  300 days of sun, 76 city parks, 300+ miles of trails, Lake Mead access

• B+

  Grade B+: Cost of Living

  Higher than national median but 40% lower than Los Angeles; zero state income tax

• A-

  Grade A-: Jobs & Economy

  Unemployment 4.1% (below national avg); strong healthcare, gaming, tech sectors

• B

  Grade B: Commute & Walkability

  Strong roads + Beltway; Walk Score 36 — car-dependent like most master-planned suburbs

Source: Compiled from GreatSchools.org, FBI UCR, BLS, and Walk Score. Methodology: 6 weighted categories on a 4.0-equivalent scale. Last refreshed June 2026.

POPULATION & GROWTH

How Fast Is Henderson Growing?

According to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year estimates, Henderson’s population reached 331,857 in 2024 — a 28.8% increase over the prior decade. Clark County Regional Transportation Commission projections put the city on track for roughly 355,000 residents by 2030.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates, Clark County Regional Transportation Commission. 2030 figure is a projection. Last updated June 2026.

LIVABILITY SCORES

How Does Henderson Score for Livability?

Henderson scores 87 out of 100 overall on AreaVibes' livability index — top 10% of U.S. cities — driven by crime rates 44% below the national average per FBI data and an A+ amenities grade. The rings below break that composite into the six categories buyers ask about most.

• 87A-

  Overall Livability

• 84A-

  Schools

• 91A

  Safety

• 72B-

  Cost of Living

• 89A-

  Amenities

• 88A-

  Outdoor / Recreation

Scores synthesized from AreaVibes, Niche, and Census data — updated quarterly.

MARKET TRENDS · LAST 12 MONTHS

How Is the Henderson Real Estate Market Trending?

Median price, days on market, and active inventory trends from Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, updated monthly. Henderson's median list price climbed 6.2% year-over-year to $548K while market time tightened to 21 days — the three charts below show exactly how the past thirteen months have trended.

Updated: June 2026 · Next update: July 2026

Market Competitiveness

How competitive is Henderson right now?

Henderson is somewhat competitive — most homes go under contract within about three weeks, and roughly 1 in 5 closes above list price per Las Vegas REALTORS sale-to-list data. Well-priced homes in Green Valley Ranch and Inspirada move fastest; luxury estates above $1.5M typically take two to three times longer to find their buyer.

Source: Las Vegas REALTORS / GLVAR data + NREG analysis, June 2026.

Submarket Comparison

How Do Henderson’s Top 6 Submarkets Compare?

A like-for-like comparison of Henderson’s six most-searched submarkets — median price, dollars per square foot, days on market, inventory, and lifestyle fit — using closed-sale data refreshed monthly via Las Vegas REALTORS. Prices span $685K in Green Valley Ranch to $2.85M in MacDonald Highlands, a fourfold spread.

Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, June 2026. Median prices based on closed sales in last 90 days. Listing counts updated every 15 minutes via Repliers IDX.

Submarket Deep Dive

What’s Inside Henderson’s Top Submarkets?

BY ZIP CODE

What Does the Henderson Market Look Like by ZIP Code?

Henderson's 8 primary ZIP codes vary widely by price and inventory — from $382K medians in 89002 to $510K+ in 89052, per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. Use the table below to identify the ZIP that matches your budget and lifestyle, then click through for street-level listings and trends.

Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS. Median calculated from closed sales in trailing 90 days. ZIP boundaries per Clark County GIS.

WHY HENDERSON

Why Does Henderson Outperform Its Peers?

From safety to taxes to master-planned design, Henderson consistently ranks at the top of the Las Vegas Valley. The five advantages below are each tied to a verifiable source — FBI crime data, the Nevada Revised Statutes, and U.S. Census figures — not marketing copy, so you can check every claim yourself.

1. 1

   Safety

   Crime rate 44% below the national average; consistently in MONEY magazine's Best Places to Live top 50.

   Source: FBI UCR 2024
2. 2

   Master-Planned Excellence

   Four of the nation's top 50 master-planned communities — Green Valley Ranch, Anthem, Inspirada, and Cadence.

   Source: RCLCO 2025
3. 3

   Tax Advantages

   No state income tax, no inheritance tax, and a 3% annual cap on property-tax increases for primary residences.

   Source: Nevada AB489
4. 4

   Healthcare Hub

   Three major hospitals within city limits (Henderson, St. Rose Siena, St. Rose San Martin) and the shortest ER wait times in Clark County.

   Source: Henderson Hospital
5. 5

   Outdoor Access

   Lake Mead 15 min, Red Rock 35 min, 220+ miles of trails, and 70+ parks for year-round recreation.

   Source: City of Henderson

WHY BUY IN HENDERSON

What Are the Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Home in Henderson?

Henderson's case rests on numbers, not adjectives: 6.8% median appreciation per Las Vegas REALTORS trailing-twelve-month data, property taxes capped at 3% annual growth under Nevada law, and zero state income tax. The ten reasons below pair each claim with its named source.

1. 1

   No state income tax

   Save 7-13% vs CA, NY, and IL on income.

   Nevada Department of Taxation

2. 2

   Property tax cap at 3% annual

   Nevada AB489 protects primary residences from runaway tax increases.

   Nevada AB489

3. 3

   Top 10% U.S. livability score

   AreaVibes rates Henderson 87/100 vs a national median of 64.

   AreaVibes

4. 4

   Safest mid-size city in Nevada

   Crime runs 44% below the national average.

   FBI UCR 2024

5. 5

   Master-planned community concentration

   Four RCLCO top-50 communities sit within city limits.

   RCLCO 2025

6. 6

   6.8% median home appreciation YoY

   Henderson values continue to outpace the national average.

   Las Vegas REALTORS, May 2026

7. 7

   6.2% gross rental yield

   Strong investor returns vs a 3.8% national average.

   Las Vegas REALTORS

8. 8

   23-min average commute to Strip + Airport

   Henderson Strip Pkwy + I-215 access keep drive times short.

   Google Maps

9. 9

   320 days of sunshine annually

   Among the sunniest metros in the country.

   NOAA climate normals 1990-2020

10. 10

    Top-rated CCSD school zones

    Green Valley HS, Coronado HS, and Foothill HS all rate 8+/10.

    GreatSchools

THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES

Can You Tour Henderson Homes This Weekend?

Most Henderson sellers schedule weekend open houses Thursday through Saturday, so the freshest list lands late-week. Henderson open-house schedules update throughout the week. Set up instant alerts to get notified the moment a home in your price range lists an open house — or browse every active Henderson listing now.

RELOCATION ROADMAP

How to relocate to Henderson in 8 steps

From first research to keys-in-hand, here's the 8-12 week timeline most Henderson buyers follow. Two deadlines are statutory: Nevada requires a driver's license within 30 days of residency and vehicle registration within 60, per the Nevada DMV — miss them and registration penalties stack.

1. 1

   Research neighborhoods (8-12 weeks out)

   Match lifestyle to community: families → Green Valley/Anthem, retirees → Sun City Anthem/Sun City MacDonald Ranch, luxury → MacDonald Highlands/Seven Hills, value → Inspirada/Cadence.

2. 2

   Get pre-approved with a Nevada-licensed lender (6-8 weeks out)

   Required before submitting offers in competitive Henderson submarkets; most lenders include property-tax escrow at Nevada's 3%-capped rate.

3. 3

   Hire a Henderson-specialist agent (6-8 weeks out)

   A local agent knows off-market inventory in MacDonald Highlands and Seven Hills, plus builder-incentive cycles in Inspirada and Cadence.

4. 4

   Tour homes virtually or in-person (4-6 weeks out)

   NREG offers Matterport tours and live FaceTime walkthroughs; budget 2-3 in-person tour days if relocating.

5. 5

   Submit offer and go under contract (3-4 weeks out)

   Henderson runs a median 21 days on market; bring earnest money of 1-3% of the purchase price.

6. 6

   Complete inspection and appraisal (2-3 weeks before close)

   Inspect HVAC (desert heat = 12-15 year lifespan), pool equipment, and irrigation; an appraisal contingency is standard.

7. 7

   Set up utilities and services (1-2 weeks out)

   NV Energy (electric), Southwest Gas, and Republic Services (trash); complete HOA orientation if applicable.

8. 8

   Close and transfer your driver's license within 30 days

   Nevada DMV requires a NV license within 30 days of residency; vehicle registration follows within 60 days.

ECONOMY & JOBS

What Drives Henderson’s Economy?

Henderson’s economy is anchored by healthcare, gaming/hospitality, advanced manufacturing, and a growing tech sector. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, unemployment runs below the U.S. average, and median wages have grown 5.8% YoY. Major employers — St. Rose Dominican, Sunrun, and Cashman Equipment — anchor a job base that no longer depends on the Strip.

Top Henderson Employers

• Henderson Hospital — Healthcare · 1,800+ employees
• St. Rose Dominican Hospitals — Healthcare · 4,500+ employees (multiple campuses)
• Levi Strauss & Co. — Distribution · 1,200+ employees
• Findlay Automotive Group — Auto retail · 1,000+ employees
• Cox Communications — Telecom · 900+ employees
• City of Henderson — Municipal · 2,100+ employees
• Clark County School District — Education · 3,400+ employees in Henderson area
• Green Valley Ranch Resort — Gaming/Hospitality · 1,800+ employees
• M Resort Spa Casino — Gaming/Hospitality · 1,500+ employees
• Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center — Healthcare · 1,600+ employees

Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, City of Henderson Economic Development. Last updated June 2026.

CITY COMPARISON

How Does Henderson Compare to Summerlin, Las Vegas & North Las Vegas?

If you're deciding between Las Vegas Valley cities, this side-by-side covers the 10 metrics that matter most to buyers, all updated June 2026. Henderson leads on safety and schools, North Las Vegas on entry price, and Summerlin trades blows with Henderson at the premium end — the table sources are LVR, the U.S. Census, and FBI UCR.

Sources: LVR, U.S. Census, GreatSchools, Walk Score, FBI UCR. Last updated June 2026.

COMMUTE & TRANSPORTATION

How Easy Is Getting Around Henderson?

Henderson's I-215 Beltway and direct I-15 access put the entire Las Vegas Valley within 15-30 minutes. Most workers drive — Henderson is master-planned, car-dependent, and built around quick freeway access. Mean commute time runs about 26 minutes per U.S. Census ACS data, shorter than the big-metro averages most relocators leave behind.

Drive Times from Henderson

• 15-25 minLas Vegas StripI-215 W or I-15 N
• 12-18 minHarry Reid Airport (LAS)I-215 W
• 20-28 minDowntown Las VegasI-515 N
• 25-35 minSummerlinI-215 Beltway loop
• 15-22 minAllegiant StadiumI-215 W to I-15 N
• 18-25 minLake Mead (Boulder Beach)US-93 / US-95
• 35-45 minRed Rock CanyonI-215 W to SR-159
• 60-75 minMt. CharlestonUS-95 N

Transportation Options

• Personal Vehicle

  The default. I-215 Beltway forms a loop around Henderson, with on/off ramps at every major neighborhood. I-15 connects directly to the Strip and downtown.

• RTC Transit Bus

  RTC operates several bus routes connecting Henderson to Las Vegas and the Strip. Service is reliable but slow vs driving — most commutes take 2x longer.

• Rideshare

  Uber and Lyft are widely available 24/7. Average Henderson to Strip ride: $25-45.

• Airport Access

  Harry Reid International (LAS) is 12-18 minutes from most Henderson neighborhoods — closer than the Strip itself for many residents.

Drive times based on average non-rush-hour conditions. Sources: Google Maps traffic data, RTC of Southern Nevada.

Quick Answer

What's the minimum down payment to buy a home in Henderson?

Most Henderson buyers put down 3% to 20% — FHA loans allow as low as 3.5% with a 580 credit score, conventional loans start at 3% for first-time buyers, and VA loans require 0% down for eligible veterans. On a $548K Henderson median-priced home, that's roughly $16,440 (3%) to $109,600 (20%). Buyers using less than 20% should budget for monthly PMI of $150-$400.

PEOPLE ALSO ASK

What Else Do People Ask About Henderson?

Beyond the core questions above, these are the eight queries Henderson buyers actually type into Google and AI assistants — answered in two to three sentences each, with specifics you can verify: populations from the U.S. Census, prices from Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, and commute times from valley roadway maps.

WHY NEVADA REAL ESTATE GROUP

Why Is Nevada Real Estate Group the #1 Real Estate Team in Nevada?

Direct builder relationships, the largest agent team in the Valley, and thousands of verified five-star reviews. Across 9,600+ closed transactions and $4.85B+ in volume since 2011, our agents have represented buyers or sellers in every Henderson master plan — that depth is why the team ranks #1 in Nevada.

Explore Nearby Communities

Which Communities Are Within 30 Minutes of Henderson?

Compare Henderson with neighboring cities and master-planned communities across the Las Vegas Valley. Each card pairs the commute time to Henderson with the community's price positioning, so you can judge whether crossing the valley actually buys you more home for the money.

Every Henderson Neighborhood

Which Henderson Neighborhoods Can You Explore A–Z?

60+ neighborhoods, subdivisions, and master-planned communities within and around Henderson. Every entry links to a dedicated page with current listings, price ranges, and HOA details — if you've heard a Henderson neighborhood name, it's indexed here alphabetically, from Anthem to Whitney Ranch.

Sources & Methodology

Where Does This Henderson Data Come From?

Every statistic on this page is sourced from a primary or government dataset, and we refresh these numbers monthly. The organizations below — from the U.S. Census Bureau to Las Vegas REALTORS — supply the underlying data; follow any link to verify a figure or pull deeper detail than we publish here.

1. Las Vegas REALTORS (LVR) — Median sold price, days on market, list-to-sold ratio, monthly MLS statistics. lasvegasrealtors.com
2. U.S. Census Bureau — Population, demographics, household income, age distribution, education attainment. census.gov/quickfacts
3. City of Henderson — Municipal demographics, city services, incorporation history, growth planning. cityofhenderson.com/demographics
4. FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) — Violent crime rate, property crime rate, safety rankings. fbi.gov/ucr
5. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Unemployment rate, top employers, median wage. bls.gov
6. GreatSchools.org — K-12 school ratings, test scores, student-teacher ratios. greatschools.org
7. Nevada Report Card — Official Nevada DOE school performance data. nevadareportcard.nv.gov
8. Clark County Assessor — Property tax rates, assessed values, parcel data. clarkcountynv.gov/assessor
9. Walk Score — Walkability, bikeability, transit scores. walkscore.com
10. Money Magazine - Best Places to Live — Henderson #2 safest city ranking (2024). money.com/best-places-to-live
11. Freddie Mac PMMS — Mortgage rate weekly survey used in payment calculator. freddiemac.com/pmms

Methodology: Listing data is sourced via Repliers IDX feed (Las Vegas MLS) and refreshed every 15 minutes. Demographic and economic data are pulled monthly via Census/BLS APIs. School data is refreshed quarterly. All comparisons are like-for-like (same metric, same time period).

Last refresh: June 2026 · Next scheduled refresh: July 2026