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Henderson, NV, is one of the great destinations to live in the Great Basin. Henderson is home to 322,200 people and is most known for its quick access to nature, like the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead.

As more people move to Henderson, it’s important to keep in mind that the median home sale price is $445,000, and the average sale price per square foot is $244. And for renters, the average rent price for a 2-bedroom apartment in Henderson is $1,737.

If those prices don’t fit into your budget, don’t worry. To help you find the right place to buy a home or rent an apartment, we’ve compiled a list of the 9 best affordable Henderson, NV, suburbs to check out. And they’re all less than 30 minutes away from the city. That way, you can live nearby without paying the price of living in Henderson.

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#1: Winchester

Median home price: $300,000 
Average sale price per square foot: $228 
Driving distance from Henderson: 20 minutes
Winchester, NV homes for sale
Winchester, NV apartments for rent

With a median home sale price of $300,000, Winchester is the most affordable Henderson, NV, suburb on our list. Just about a 20-minute drive away from Henderson, you won’t miss out on what the city has to offer. If you’re considering moving to this area make sure to explore the Las Vegas Strip, go indoor skydiving, or shop at one of the many stores.

#2: Whitney

Median home price: $304,000 
Average sale price per square foot: $216 
Driving distance from Henderson: 15 minutes
Whitney, NV homes for sale
Whitney, NV apartments for rent

Coming in as the second most affordable suburb in Henderson is Whitney. Only 15 minutes from the city center you can take a hike in Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area in no time. Living in Whitney, you’ll want to explore the 45,000-acre Clark County Wetlands Park and hike along the Wetlands Loop Trail. When living in this suburb of 49,100 people, you can also spend the day checking out the charming downtown.

#3: Sunrise Manor

Median home price: $329,900 
Average sale price per square foot: $213 
Driving distance from Henderson: 25 minutes
Sunrise Manor, NV homes for sale
Sunrise Manor, NV apartments for rent

25 minutes outside of the city, you’ll find yourself in the suburb of Sunrise Manor. Even with a population of about 205,600, there are plenty of cool things to check out in Sunrise Manor. If you find yourself moving here, make sure to hike up to Frenchman Mountain and golf at one of the courses.

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#4: Paradise

Median home price: $337,500 
Average sale price per square foot: $228 
Driving distance from Henderson: 17 minutes
Paradise, NV homes for sale
Paradise, NV apartments for rent

A little more expensive than Sunrise Manor is the suburb of Paradise. About 191,200 people live in this Henderson, NV, suburb, where you can explore Sunset Park or head into Las Vegas to take in the sites.

#5: North Las Vegas

Median home price: $380,000 
Average sale price per square foot: $213 
Average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment: $1,669 
Driving distance from Henderson: 25 minutes
North Las Vegas, NV homes for sale
North Las Vegas, NV apartments for rent

Drive 25 minutes outside of Henderson and you’ll find the suburb of North Las Vegas, another great area to add to your list. Home to 262,500 residents, this affordable town can be a great choice for people looking to remain close to Henderson without paying the price for a home in the city. In North Las Vegas, you can visit Craig Ranch Regional Park, check out the nearby Nellis Dunes, and explore Aliante Nature Discovery Park.

#6: Las Vegas

Median home price: $395,000 
Average sale price per square foot: $232 
Driving distance from Henderson: 20 minutes
Las Vegas, NV homes for sale
Las Vegas, NV apartments for rent

Another noteworthy Henderson suburb is Las Vegas, where you’ll find the home prices are about $50K less than in Henderson. Home to roughly 641,900 people, Las Vegas is a great suburb to consider living in. Make sure to explore everything the Las Vegas Strip has to offer, golf at one of the many courses, and check out the nature preserves and trails like Little Red Rock and Lone Mountain Park.

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#7: Boulder City

Median home price: $413,375 
Average sale price per square foot: $249 
Driving distance from Henderson: 20 minutes
Boulder City, NV homes for sale
Boulder City, NV apartments for rent

Coming in seventh place on our list of affordable Henderson, NV, suburbs is Boulder City, which is roughly a 20-minute drive into the city center. With a population of close to 14,900, Boulder City is a great area to live in that’s not nearly as big as Henderson. Don’t miss out on stopping by landmarks like Boulder City Dry Lake Bed and Nevada State Railroad Museum, tour the Hoover Dam, or explore one of the nearby mines once living here.

#8: Spring Valley

Median home price: $430,000 
Average sale price per square foot: $234 
Driving distance from Henderson: 25 minutes
Spring Valley, NV homes for sale
Spring Valley, NV apartments for rent

If you’ve lived in Henderson for a while, chances are you know of Spring Valley. About 215,600 people reside in Spring Valley, so you’ll have a fraction of Henderson’s population while remaining only 25 minutes from the city. Once moving to Spring Valley you’ll want to visit Charlie Frias Park, golf, or shop at one of the local spots.

#9: Enterprise

Median home price: $435,450 
Average sale price per square foot: $229 
Driving distance from Henderson: 25 minutes
Enterprise, NV homes for sale
Enterprise, NV apartments for rent

To end our list of affordable Henderson, NV, suburbs is Enterprise. Just about 25 minutes away from Henderson and a median home price of $435,450, there are lots of reasons you may want to move to Enterprise. About 221,800 people live in this suburb, but there’s always something new to explore in Enterprise.

Methodology: Affordability is based on whether a suburb’s median home sale price or average sale price per square foot is less than Henderson and under a 30-minute drive from downtown Henderson. Median home sale price data from the Redfin Data Center during March 2023. Average rental data from Rent.com March 2023. Population data sourced from the United States Census Bureau.

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