Why Live in Valley View
Valley View in Ashland, Kentucky, features a mix of vintage and contemporary homes, with older wood-sided traditionals, American Foursquares, and cottages dating back to the 1930s. Suburban areas near Belmont Street have well-connected sidewalks, detached garages, and rear alley access, while newer homes offer front driveways and attached garages. The southern parts of Valley View showcase midcentury brick designs and ranch styles on larger lots up to half an acre. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, with a crime rate lower than the national benchmark. Valley View is home to the Ashland Kentucky Steel Sports Park, which includes a soccer field, ball fields, and a recently updated skatepark. Central Bark, the local dog park, features a water fountain, restrooms, and picnic benches. The Ohio River is about 3 miles away, offering scenic views and boating opportunities at the Port of Ashland. Indoor recreation is available at the Ashland Area YMCA, just 2 miles west. Shopping options include Dollar General, Ashland Food Fair, and the nearby Midtown Mall and Ashland Town Center. For entertainment, Camp Landing Entertainment District offers axe throwing, an indoor amusement park, and horse racing. Valley View is conveniently located 3 miles from Downtown Ashland and 15 miles from Huntington, with easy access to Interstate 64 and the Ohio River Scenic Byway. The closest hospital, King's Daughters Hospital, is in Downtown Ashland. Schools in the area include the highly rated Charles Russell Elementary, Paul G. Blazer High, and Holy Family Catholic School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Valley View a good place to live?
Valley View is a good place to live. Valley View is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. It has a median age of 43. The average household income is $71,580 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 22.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Valley View are home owners, with 27.1% of residents renting and 72.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Valley View can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
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Is Valley View, KY a safe neighborhood?
Valley View, 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 Valley View?
The median home price in Valley View is $425,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $85,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,200 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $94K a year to afford the median home price in Valley View. The average household income in Valley View is $72K.
What are the best public schools in Valley View?
The best public schools that serve Valley View are:
What are the best private schools in Valley View?
The best private schools that serve Valley View are:
- Holy Family School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- Rose Hill Christian School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
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Are home prices dropping in Valley View?
Yes, home prices in Valley View are down 81% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Valley View, KY
On average, homes in Valley View, Ashland sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Valley View, Ashland over the last 12 months is $335,000, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$335,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$425,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$335,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$282,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$555,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$206
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$425,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-13%