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.
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.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
Tyler Shookman
L. Steve Castlen, REALTORS®
(270) 341-3889
240 Total Sales
10 in Audubon-Bon Harbor
$105K - $425K Price Range
Joetta O'Brien
RISNER & ASSOCIATES REALTY INC
(270) 713-5223
86 Total Sales
1 in Audubon-Bon Harbor
$105,300 Price
Gail Niehaus
CENTURY 21 Prestige
(270) 713-6882
131 Total Sales
5 in Audubon-Bon Harbor
$145K - $425K Price Range
Angela Clark
TONY CLARK, REALTORS
(270) 713-7242
183 Total Sales
4 in Audubon-Bon Harbor
$171K - $340K Price Range
Justin Rightmeyer
GREATER OWENSBORO REALTY COMPANY
(270) 713-7421
175 Total Sales
9 in Audubon-Bon Harbor
$157K - $340K Price Range
Jody Young
Legendary Brokerage
(270) 713-9544
123 Total Sales
6 in Audubon-Bon Harbor
$135K - $360K Price Range
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On average, homes in Audubon-Bon Harbor, Owensboro sell after 79 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Audubon-Bon Harbor, Owensboro over the last 12 months is $367,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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