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Cadence is an open, connected master plan. Its design emphasizes parks, paseos and walkable streets rather than gates, and most neighborhoods are open to the community.
Living in Cadence, Henderson NV: Complete Community Guide
Henderson's newest master plan in east Henderson
The short answer
Cadence is Henderson's newest master-planned community, located in east Henderson, with roughly 12,250 homes planned at buildout. It is a modern, walkable development with distinctive neighborhood parks, trails, paseos and a tight-knit village feel, and it continues to open new phases. Cadence sits closer to Lake Mead and the east side of the valley, roughly 20-25 minutes from Harry Reid International Airport and about 25-30 minutes from the Las Vegas Strip. For buyers who want the newest construction in Henderson, Cadence is usually the first community to research.
Last updated 2026-09-10 · Written & reviewed by Bev Prock, NV License S.0078180
Community overview
What is Cadence?
Cadence is a multiple-builder community with mostly new single-family homes plus some attached and low-maintenance products. Because phases are still opening, buyers can purchase brand-new homes from builders or recently built resales, with floor plans that reflect current design trends.
Much of the housing here went up beginning in 2010s, so the community is established with mature landscaping, and individual homes vary by phase and builder. Buyers looking for brand-new construction usually add Inspirada, Cadence and west Henderson to their tour list.
Where is Cadence?
Cadence is in east Henderson, roughly between Lake Mead Parkway and Boulder Highway corridors, with the McCullough range to the east and quick access to major east-west routes. It is one of the closest Henderson communities to Lake Mead and the Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
Commute & location
- Harry Reid International Airport
- Roughly 20-25 minutes to Harry Reid International Airport
- Las Vegas Strip
- Roughly 25-30 minutes to the Las Vegas Strip
- Downtown Henderson / Water Street
- Roughly 15-20 minutes to downtown Henderson and Water Street
Drive times vary with traffic; east Henderson routes can be faster off-peak.
Housing at a glance
- New single-family homes from multiple builders
- Attached and low-maintenance products in select villages
- Parkside, paseo and trail-front lots
Housing
Housing in Cadence
Cadence is a multiple-builder community with mostly new single-family homes plus some attached and low-maintenance products. Because phases are still opening, buyers can purchase brand-new homes from builders or recently built resales, with floor plans that reflect current design trends.
Cadence is the newest of Henderson's major master plans, with development and new phases continuing into the present, so most housing is brand-new or very recent.
New single-family homes from multiple builders
Attached and low-maintenance products in select villages
Parkside, paseo and trail-front lots
Neighborhoods within Cadence
Cadence villages and parks
The community is organized into parks-focused villages, each with its own open space. Map out the parks and village amenities when comparing homes.
Everyday life
What is it like living in Cadence?
Cadence contains multiple housing types, parks, trails and neighborhood commercial areas. Rather than describing the community as right for one type of household, the honest approach is to look at the concrete features it offers and decide whether they fit your routine.
Golf
Cadence is not primarily a golf community. Golfers usually pair Cadence with nearby courses at Lake Las Vegas, the Boulder City courses or other Henderson clubs, all a short drive away.
Parks & trails
Parks and open space are the heart of Cadence. The master plan is designed around an award-winning network of parks, playgrounds, sports fields, trails, splash pads, pools and community gardens, which is a central selling point for families.
Shopping & dining nearby
Cadence has neighborhood commercial planned at its center, and daily errands are a short drive to the Lake Mead Parkway and Boulder Highway corridors, or into central Henderson. Lake Las Vegas restaurants are close by in the other direction.
Schools
Cadence is served by the Clark County School District (CCSD), and new schools have been built to serve this growing part of east Henderson. Attendance boundaries can change, so verify zoning for the exact address with CCSD.
HOA information
A master association plus neighborhood associations govern Cadence, with fees supporting the park and trail network, community amenities and common landscaping. Fees reflect the amenity-heavy design, so review the current schedule for the village you are considering.
Cadence real estate market
Market figures for Cadence are compiled monthly from GLVAR MLS data, with new construction tracked separately from resales. Ask Bev for the current month's Cadence snapshot.
Balanced view
Pros & considerations
Every Henderson community involves trade-offs. The lists below are meant to help you evaluate, not to rank or advertise.
What works well
- The newest housing in Henderson, with current floor plans
- Exceptional park, trail and recreation network designed into the master plan
- Closer to Lake Mead and east-side recreation than most Henderson communities
- Multiple builders mean options across price points
Things to weigh
- Ongoing construction means dust, trucks and finishing work in new phases
- HOA fees support the amenity package and can be significant
- East Henderson is further from the Strip and west-side employment
- Young trees and landscaping will take years to mature
Questions buyers ask
Cadence FAQ
Does Cadence have 55+ housing?
Yes. Heritage at Cadence is an age-qualified active-adult section within the master plan, and it is covered in the 55+ communities guide.
Is Cadence close to Lake Mead?
Cadence is one of the closest Henderson communities to Lake Mead and the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, roughly 15-20 minutes to the lakeshore depending on destination.
Is Cadence a good place for new construction?
Yes, Cadence is Henderson's primary active new-construction master plan along with continuing phases in Inspirada and west Henderson. See the new construction guide for the buying process.
Does Cadence have golf?
Not inside the community. Nearby golf is available at Lake Las Vegas and other Henderson courses.
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Thinking about moving to Cadence?
Let's talk about what you're looking for and whether Cadence, or another Henderson community, fits your priorities. Bev knows these neighborhoods from both a real estate and local perspective.