Water Street District (Old Town Henderson) Homes and Guide
Henderson's original downtown and townsite, built in 1941-42 for the Basic Magnesium plant and branded the Water Street District by the city in 2002.
Homes for sale in Water Street District (Old Town Henderson)
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Water Street District (Old Town Henderson) at a glance
Checked against public sources; see the list at the bottom of the page.
| Where | Downtown Henderson along about a mile of South Water Street, from Lake Mead Parkway south to Ocean Avenue; the original townsite homes sit southwest of Boulder Highway and Lake Mead Drive |
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| Homes | Original 1940s wood-frame two- and three-bedroom townsite houses (many remodeled), plus newer condos and apartments |
| Built | 1940s townsite homes; condo and mixed-use buildings from the 2000s on |
| Builders | Original houses built for Basic Magnesium Inc. (1941-43); newer buildings by various developers |
Schools near your Henderson home
School zones change and follow the exact address, so we never guess. Check the home you like on the district's own lookup, and ask us for the zoned schools on any listing.
Clark County School District zone lookup
Clark County School District sets attendance zones. Charter and private options are separate; confirm enrollment rules with each school.
From first call to keys in hand
Most agents stop at closing. We keep going until the lights are on and the boxes are open.
A real price range, lender intros and a short list of areas that fit.
Private showings in person or by live video if you are out of state.
Pricing from recent sold homes, terms written to win without overpaying.
Inspections, appraisal, title and escrow tracked to the day.
Power, water, gas and internet set up for you through our Utilities Connect Concierge.
What people ask us
How old are the homes in Old Town Henderson?
Many date to 1941-42, when about 1,000 houses were built for Basic Magnesium plant workers. Many have since been remodeled.
What happens on Water Street?
Water Street Plaza hosts festivals, concerts, movie nights and watch parties through the year.
Are there newer homes downtown?
Yes. Condo and mixed-use buildings and apartments have been added since the 2000s.
How do I see homes for sale in Water Street District (Old Town Henderson)?
Open the live search below, or call or text Nate at (702) 213-5555 for a private tour. Listings refresh from the MLS many times a day.
Which schools serve this neighborhood?
Zones follow the exact address. Check it on the Clark County School District zone lookup.
Where these facts come from
Read 23 Oct 2026. HOA dues, rules and boundaries change; confirm with the association for any home.
Talk to Nate directly
No call center and no hand-off to a junior agent. You get Nate Smith, a Henderson-based broker-salesperson with eXp Realty, by phone or text.
Nate Smith, Nevada broker-salesperson, license BS.0144709, with eXp Realty. Equal Housing Opportunity.