Frequently Asked Questions Why Live in Helentown
Is Helentown a good place to live?
Helentown is a good place to live. Helentown is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. It has a median age of 35. The average household income is $44,889 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 13.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Helentown are renters, with 73.8% of residents renting and 26.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Helentown can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Helentown neighborhood guide.
Is Helentown, KY a safe neighborhood?
Helentown, KY is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Helentown?
The median home price in Helentown is $750,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $150,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,890 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $167K a year to afford the median home price in Helentown. The average household income in Helentown is $45K.
What are the best public schools in Helentown?
The best public schools that serve Helentown are:
- Holmes High School has a C Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
What are the best private schools in Helentown?
The best private schools that serve Helentown are:
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Are home prices dropping in Helentown?
Yes, home prices in Helentown are down 1% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Helentown, KY
On average, homes in Helentown, Covington sell after 84 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Helentown, Covington over the last 12 months is $695,000, up 44% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$695,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$695,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$136
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$750,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
44%