Henderson is the county seat of Vance County, about 45 miles north of Raleigh along I-85. Chartered in 1841 and named for former North Carolina Chief Justice Leonard Henderson, it had 15,060 residents at the 2020 census.
The Henderson Central Business Historic District, centered on Garnett Street, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and the surrounding neighborhoods include many early 20th-century homes.
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Kerr Lake and Kerr Lake State Recreation Area are just north of town and offer boating, fishing and camping.
I-85 and US 1 run through Henderson, connecting it to Oxford, Durham and Raleigh. Schools are part of Vance County Schools; confirm the assignment for any address with the district.
As of November 2026, about 95 homes are for sale with a Henderson address, from under $50,000 to about $1.4 million. The average list price is around $309,000 for about 1,860 square feet.
Figures come from current MLS listings on this site, are rounded and change daily.
Henderson-area neighborhoods on the market include West End, Fernwood and Country Acres, along with older in-town homes and lake-area properties near Kerr Lake.
Scott Hoffman and The Hoffman Realty Group at Keller Williams Legacy help buyers and sellers in Henderson and across the Triangle, with more than 30 years of experience and more than 780 listings sold. Contact Scott at 919-740-0379, get your Henderson home value, see our Oxford guide, or see all the areas we serve.
Henderson offers some of the lowest home prices within reach of the Triangle, a historic downtown, I-85 access and Kerr Lake nearby.
As of November 2026, Henderson homes for sale average about $309,000, ranging from under $50,000 to $1.4 million. Search current listings below for today's prices.
Photo credits: West Andrews Avenue: photo by DiscoA340, CC BY-SA 4.0; Garnett Street: photo by KimWrenn, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Welcome home to 540 Oak Street in Henderson! Full of charm, character, and opportunity, this inviting ranch-style home offers approximately 1,830 square feet of living sp...
Great Opportunity! Older home built in 1952 on a large lot, not in the city limits. Zoned R15. This 2-bedroom, one-bath home has large living areas: a living room, dini...
**INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY – PRICED AT LAND VALUE!**Calling all investors, builders, and renovation enthusiasts! Opportunity awaits at 1609 Nicholas St in Henderson, NC. Th...
Classic charm, outdoor space, and room to make it your own! This inviting 1948 ranch in Henderson features original hardwood floors throughout the main living areas and b...
New Orleans Charm-inspired 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in a quiet cul-de-sac. Open floor plan features a grand living area, kitchen, and dining area open to view. Relax in ...
Great investment opportunity in Henderson! Fantastic turn-key, income-producing property ready to add to your portfolio. This solid 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers appr...
Discover this beautifully upgraded two-bedroom, one-bath residence, ideally situated in Henderson, North Carolina. This inviting home features stunning laminate floors ...
Welcome to 168 Lincoln Street in Henderson. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 938 square feet and sits on about a quarter-acre lot. Whether you are looking...
Big Price Reduction!!! Attractive home that has been well maintained. It includes some nice updates being modern cabinets w/sliding drawers, expanded master bedroom, one...
You won't believe this transformation. The owner has done a fabulous job remodeling this 70's ranch into an open floor plan with room to spread out! The final touches a...
- Bedrooms/Baths: 3 bedrooms, 2 updated baths - Living Spaces: All formal areas featuring hardwood floors, galley kitchen with eat-in space, and a rear den featuring on...
House is ready! Only personal items needed to move-in! Modern Comfort Meets Top-to-Bottom Renovation at 1818 Brookrun Road! Offered at $425,000, this 4-bedroom, 3-full-ba...
Listings provided courtesy of Triangle MLS, Inc. of NC, Internet Data Exchange Database. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. Data last updated .
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