Four miles from Downtown Owensboro and the Ohio River, Apollo is a neighborhood that puts the needs of its residents right at their doorsteps – from fun fitness opportunities to nearby employers. The city's second most popular retail sector sits along the eastern border, and a major highway crosses along the north. Multiple schools are also inside the neighborhood, meaning most students are within walking distance of their education. Recent flood zoning changes have renewed interest in homes since fewer properties require mandatory flood insurance.
Apollo is located near great shopping and dining options.
A youth football team practices at Waymond Morris Park near Apollo.
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Recreation clubs and outdoor ball fields
Indoor and outdoor recreation are all over the neighborhood. Cliff Hagan Boys and Girls Club teaches children about physical fitness and nutrition, while Owensboro Athletic Club invites adults to reach their health goals. Atlantis Swim Club is the community's go-to for a swim during the hot summer months. To the south, Waymond Morris Park has four full-size football fields for youth leagues and a 7-acre lake stocked with bass, trout and catfish. Winding around these amenities is a paved walking trail. Around the corner from the park is Kamuf Park, a multi-faceted sports complex. Teams go head-to-head on the baseball, soccer and softball fields. "Softball and tee ball facilities are heavily used by the city," says Sean Higgins, a Realtor with RE/MAX Professional Realty Group, who's sold homes in the area before. "We bring in a lot of sports tournaments since we're a sports-centric town."
A local man casts a line at Waymond Morris Park near Apollo.
Kida can have fun after school at Cliff Hagan Boys & Girls Club near Apollo.
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Nationally recognized brands along Highway 431
The neighborhood's restaurant and retail options are along its eastern border. Many nationally recognized chains, like Texas Roadhouse, Chili's, Panera Bread and Arby's, serve the area. Stores like Office Depot, Big Lots and The Home Depot meet everyday needs, while Sam's Club supplies discounted bulk groceries. Mega Replay and Big Bang go hand in hand for entertainment and collectibles, offering a massive collection of video games and comics. Across the street are even more stores, restaurants and entertainment venues. There's Walmart, Target, Best Buy and Hagan's Outdoor Equipment. Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers offers nostalgic comfort food, while Diamond Lanes South sets up bowling pins for players to strike.
Apollo residents can stock up on groceries and the nearby Sam's Club.
O'Chaleys is one of the many dining options located near Apollo.
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Airport next door and a highway to everywhere
Highways 60 and 431 intersect within Apollo, making both easily accessible to drivers. Highway 60 takes drivers around Owensboro and toward Henderson, about 30 miles west. Southtown Boulevard and Tamarack Road are two other primary roads. Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport is next to the neighborhood. Although the runway is quite close, Higgins says, "I've never heard any expressed complaints about noise from the airport." This is mainly because a large amount of industry separates residential streets from the small airport. Higgins also says many people make the 45-mile drive over to Evansville to catch short commuter flights to Chicago.
Apollo residents can catch a flight and head out of town at the Owensboro airport.
Locals can get around town by catching the bus one of the many bus stops around the Apollo area.
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Flood map rezoning renewing homebuyer interest
Apollo's housing market has seen a positive shift in homebuyer interest due to recent zoning changes. "A good number of homes have just come out of a flood zone because FEMA updated the national flood maps," says Higgins. "That zoning always served as a drag on those homes in the southern part of the city. Now, buyers don't have to pay flood insurance premiums, and that has an effect on their ability to pay their mortgage payments." With less financial obligation and less worry about flooding, homebuyers and investors are slowly but surely snatching up open listings. The neighborhood offers ranch-style homes, bungalows, Cape Cods, New Traditionals and split-level houses. Most properties have minimalist, red-brick exteriors, but some houses have big bay windows, bright white Craftsman-style columns and Tudor-inspired half-timbering. Prices typically range between $130,000 and $350,000.
Apollo resident enjoy a safe and friendly community to raise a family.
New traditional homes can be found in the Apollo neighborhood.
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School here, school there, schools everywhere
Apollo is quite large, so students split between two elementary schools, with one inside the neighborhood. Burns Elementary School and Tamarack Elementary School are the choices. Niche rates both as being in the top 10 best public elementary schools in Daviess County, but Burns has a B rating while Tamarack has a B-plus. Next is Burns Middle School, which has a B-minus rating and is right next to Burns Elementary School. Out of the two high schools inside the neighborhood, students attend Apollo High School, which also has a B-minus Niche grade. The school's athletics program has diverse offerings, from fall football to spring bass fishing.
Apollo High School has 1,440 students in attendance.
F.T. Burns Middle School has a 15 to 1 student to teacher ratio.
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Industry and employers along the west side
The west side of Apollo contains many industrial complexes and government-affiliated buildings. Some notable ones include the Kentucky National Guard, the Owensboro National Guard Armory, Metalsa Owensboro Inc., Budweiser of Owensboro and Owensboro Manufacturing. Many of these are major employers for the city, meaning employees living in the neighborhood have an extra-short commute.
Many local Apollo residents work for the manufacturing company, Metalsa.
The Kentucky National Gaurd is one of the many local employers near Apollo.
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Parks in this Area
Waymond Morris Park
Transit
Airport
Evansville Regional
60 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Apollo
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Apollo, Owensboro sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Apollo, Owensboro over the last 12 months is $205,712, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,529
Median Age
36
Population under 18
26.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$60,617
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,800
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.3%
College Graduates
28.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.9%
% Population in Labor Force
70.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
43/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
10/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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