Las Vegas metro, NV relocation guide
Moving to Henderson, NV
$538,950Median list
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About Henderson
Henderson is Nevada's second-largest incorporated city, sitting southeast of Las Vegas along I-11 and US 93/95. It blends long-established neighborhoods like the Water Street District with master-planned areas such as Green Valley Ranch (covered here per the task), Lake Las Vegas, and MacDonald Highlands. The city is known for its parks, recreation, and a more suburban pace than Las Vegas proper.
Home prices in Henderson
The median list in Henderson is $538,950.
Top places in Henderson
- Water Street District — Henderson's historic downtown with dining, breweries, and events (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Lake Las Vegas — resort lake community with a marina and waterfront dining.
- Clark County Heritage Museum — open-air museum of southern Nevada history.
- Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Cactus Garden — factory tours and a desert botanical garden.
- Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve — wetlands with birdwatching trails.
- Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area — petroglyphs and desert hiking just south of the city.
- River Mountains Loop Trail — long paved trail around the River Mountains (commonly cited as ~35 miles).
- Lion Habitat Ranch — exotic cat sanctuary offering tours.
Commuting from Henderson
- Approximate drive to the Las Vegas Strip: ~15–25 minutes (approximate).
- Approximate drive to downtown Las Vegas: ~20–30 minutes (approximate).
Henderson FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Henderson, NV?
The median list in Henderson is $538,950. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Henderson, NV?
Approximate drive to the Las Vegas Strip: ~15–25 minutes (approximate).
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.