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Suburbia on the West Side
With its carefully manicured lawns and tree-lined streets, Audubon-Bon Harbor has a peaceful atmosphere and picturesque stretches of public green space. Located near the Ohio River in northwestern Owensboro, this community is a refuge for people working in the industrial zones along River Road. Access to shopping, parks and high-ranked schools presents a real draw for homebuyers who crave the comforts of suburbia.
Western Kentucky Botanical Garden has scenic green space in Audubon-Bon Harbor.
Little Hurricane Boat Ramp is a great place to enjoy the Ohio River near Audubon-Bon Harbor.
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Contemporary homes and local pride
With an average construction date of 1987, homes in the area have a more contemporary look than those in older parts of the city. The curved sidewalks pass brick Craftsman and ranch-style homes, and most driveways lead to single-car garages. Prices for ranch-style homes begin in the mid-$100,000s before peaking in the low $200,000s. Craftsman homes tend to be newer and command prices that start in the low $200,000s and max out in the mid-$300,000s. “There’s a real pride in which side of the city you’re from—you’re either an east sider or a west sider,” says Matt Brown, Realtor with Keller Williams Elite. “And this is easily one of the most affordable neighborhoods on the west side.”
Brick ranch style homes are a popular housing style in Audubon-Bon Harbor.
Craftsman-style houses are found throughout the Audubon-Bon Harbor neighborhood.
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Fine Arts at Owensboro High
Students in the area begin their education at Audubon Elementary School—which scores a B with Niche—before attending Owensboro Middle School, which has a B-minus. Older students enroll at Owensboro High School, which has a B-plus and won the 2016 Kennedy Center Award for Excellence for its accomplishments in the fine arts.
Owensboro High School has 1,334 students in attendance.
Owensboro Middle School North has students in grades 6-8.
Audubon Elementary School scored an A- in diversity on niche.com.
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18 holes of golf at Ben Hawes Park
Thompson-Berry Park has a soccer complex and lake ideal for fishing, though boats aren’t allowed. The Ben Hawes Park offers hundreds of acres of natural beauty and opportunities for fun. There are miles of trails for hikers and joggers, along with an 18-hole golf course. Playground equipment and a GaGa Ball Pit are also available to ensure kids have plenty to do. “It’s a huge draw—especially for families,” says Brown. “They’ve even got a runway for soapbox derby races.” The Western Kentucky Botanical Garden hosts plants and people alike with live music, instructor-led Tai Chi and over eight acres of colorful flowers and vegetation.
Ben Hawes Park offers an eighteen hole golf course for locals to enjoy in Audubon-Bon Harbor.
Beautiful flowers of all kinds can be found at Western Kentucky Botanical Gardens.
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Classic diner food at The Big Dipper
Mi Ranchito is a laid-back Mexican-American cantina where visitors order enchiladas, burritos and margaritas in a colorful atmosphere. The Big Dipper has served chili, burgers and other classic diner favorites since 1954. Four miles east, the Wesleyan Mall has Kroger and several other retail options.
Big Dipper has been owned and operated in the Audubon-Bon Harbor area since 1954.
Mi Ranchito offers Mexican style dishes in the Audubon-Bon Harbor.
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Ten minutes from everything
Nearby thoroughfares make for straightforward trips downtown or further afield. “It’s at the end of the Owensboro bypass,” says Tyler Shookman, Realtor at L. Steve Castlen Realtors. “You’re literally 10 minutes from everything.” Connected residential sidewalks add walkability, while the Owensboro Transit System offers bus services with stops on West 2nd Street and Bentree Drive. The Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport is a 3-mile drive south.
Audubon-Bon Harbor residents have access to public transit.
Audubon-Bon Harbor is home to the Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport.
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The need for soap box speed
In addition to seasonal amateur golf tournaments, Ben Hawes Park hosts the annual Owensboro Lions Club Soap Box Derby—a local tradition since 1934. Competitors between 7 and 20 years old build and ride their box cars down a paved, 800-foot track for prizes and local glory.
Important to know
Flood zones are common in certain neighborhood sections, particularly the northern region and closest to the river. “If you’re moving here, you’ll want to avoid moving into any of the flood zones,” says Brown. “Outside of that, it’s a great area.”
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Audubon-Bon Harbor Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Audubon-Bon Harbor, Owensboro sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Audubon-Bon Harbor, Owensboro over the last 12 months is $214,450, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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