Why Live in Normal
Normal, a neighborhood in Ashland, features a mix of architectural styles, including American Foursquares, wood-sided traditionals, and cottage homes, with some dating back to the 1920s. The area is predominantly single-family homes on larger lots, some with acreage. Homes often include wide front porches, original brick foundations, and vintage details like dormer windows. The neighborhood has a lower crime risk compared to the national average. Residents enjoy several parks, such as Oliverio Park with playgrounds and baseball diamonds, and Steel Sports Park, which offers a track, ball fields, and a skateboard half-pipe. The Port of Ashland provides fishing access along the Ohio River, and the Ashland Area YMCA, about 3 miles west, features a gym, indoor pool, and group exercise classes. Local shopping includes Dollar General and Ashland Food Fair, with larger retail options at Midtown Mall and Ashland Town Center, about 4 miles away. Dining options at Ashland Town Center include Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen. Cultural and entertainment venues include the C. B. Nuckolls Community Center & Black History Museum and Camp Landing Entertainment District, 8 miles away, featuring a movie theater, restaurants, and Malibu Jack's Indoor Theme Park. Normal is 3 miles south of Downtown Ashland and 15 miles from Huntington, with medical services available at UK-KDMC Medical Center. Educational options include highly rated Charles Russell Elementary, Paul G. Blazer High, and Holy Family Catholic School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Normal a good place to live?
Normal is a good place to live. Normal is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Normal has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 38. The average household income is $79,876 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 27.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Normal are home owners, with 45.9% of residents renting and 54.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Normal can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Normal neighborhood guide.
Is Normal, KY a safe neighborhood?
Normal, KY is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Normal?
The median home price in Normal is $342,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $68,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,780 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $76K a year to afford the median home price in Normal. The average household income in Normal is $80K.
What are the best public schools in Normal?
The best public schools that serve Normal are:
What are the best private schools in Normal?
The best private schools that serve Normal are:
- Holy Family School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
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Home Trends in Normal, KY
On average, homes in Normal, Ashland sell after 89 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Normal, Ashland over the last 12 months is $795,000, up 79% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$795,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$325,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$257
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median List Price
$342,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
79%