Celebrating new affordable family housing and a unique partnership supporting youth aging out of foster care.
On Monday, March 3, 2025, we were thrilled to break ground on Sunrise Ranch Apartments, located at the corner of South Broadbent Boulevard and Boulder Highway. This community will bring 144 new affordable housing units to Southern Nevada, providing much-needed homes for low-income families.
Sunrise Ranch will be a one-of-a-kind community in Southern Nevada, thanks to the support of multiple municipalities and agencies. In addition to serving low-income families, Sunrise Ranch will include up to 60 units set aside for young adults making the transition from foster care to independent living and economic self-sufficiency. The Clark County Social Services Step Up program will provide on-site support services for these young residents.
Amenities for all Sunrise Ranch residents will include a clubhouse, computer lab, fitness center, outdoor recreation areas, and a playground. Like all Nevada HAND communities, high-quality, energy-efficient, attractive, well-maintained apartment homes will be enhanced by supportive, personalized, on-site Resident Services. Sunrise Ranch Apartments are expected to be available for lease in late 2026.
A shared commitment to affordable housing for Southern Nevadans.
Project Financing
Sunrise Ranch is made possible by a unique financial collaboration between: Nevada Housing Division ($32.58M), Clark County ($13.1M), City of Henderson ($4.99M), and City of Las Vegas ($1M).
Project-Based Vouchers
We are thrilled to announce the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority will be providing long-term rental assistance for tenants living in 33 units at the Sunrise Ranch development, a significant investment that will ensure access to high-quality housing and long-term financial stability for residents.
Nevada HAND President and CEO Audra Hamernik Response
Audra Hamernik, Nevada HAND President and CEO, reflected “We are excited to break ground on Sunrise Ranch, which will provide essential affordable housing for working families and offer former foster children a stable start to their adult lives. In Nevada, tens of thousands of low-income seniors, working adults, and families are struggling to meet basic needs like shelter, food, and healthcare. We are proud to work alongside many partners – and to have invaluable support from state, county, and city leaders – to address the critical need for affordable housing in our Southern Nevada community.”
Henderson Mayor Michelle Romero Response
“Sunrise Ranch will be a new kind of community for Henderson, with a special mission to prevent – and hopefully even end – youth homelessness. The City saved this land for years for just the right strategic opportunity that would benefit from the major transit route at this location and increase affordable housing options in our community. We are so excited for Nevada HAND to break ground on another significant development in Henderson, and extremely proud of the cross-jurisdictional partnership that brought this important and innovative project to fruition.”
Clark County Commissioner Jim Gibson Response
“The need for attainable housing in our region cannot be understated,” said Clark County Commissioner Jim Gibson. “I am thrilled to join our partners today as we break ground on the Sunrise Ranch Apartments, which will help to achieve our goal of creating housing for working families and young adults who were previously in our care and who are currently priced out of the market. We have taken historic strides at Clark County to invest in the creation of attainable housing that will move the needle for our residents in search of safe and secure places to live, and I am very much looking forward to welcoming residents here one day soon.”
Event speakers included elected officials and community leaders.
A huge thank you to our President & CEO, Audra Hamernik, Nevada HAND Chairman of the Board, Greg McKinley, and the inspiring local and state leaders who spoke at the ceremony, including:
- Cisco Aguilar, Nevada Secretary of State
- Michelle Romero, Mayor of City of Henderson
- Councilwoman Carrie Cox, Henderson City Councilwoman
- Jim Gibson, Clark County Commissioner
- Kate Mennig, Office of Congresswoman Dina Titus
- Carolyn Carr, Office of Senator Jacky Rosen
- Hector O. Lizaola, Office of Senator Catherine Cortez Masto
- Sonny Vinuya, Office of Governor Joe Lombardo
- Sarah Johnson, Office of Nevada Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony
- Lewis Jordan, Executive Director, Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority
- Alisha Barrett, Deputy Director, Clark County Step Up Program
Special recognition for Sunrise Ranch.
We were honored to receive a certificate of recognition from Nevada Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony, a Certificate of Special Congressional Commendation from Congresswoman Dina Titus., and a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition from Senator Jacky Rosen.
Thank you to all who have supported this important project!
And thank you to everyone who attended the groundbreaking ceremony. Together, we are building a stronger, brighter future for our neighbors and our Southern Nevada community!
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