$98,678Average Value$264Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
One of Paduca's most affordable neighborhoods
Paducah's east side neighborhood of Farley Place offers quiet residential streets lined with mid-century single-family houses, many of which are fixer-uppers. "Most people are here because they have some kind of family connection," says Realtor Chris Fulton, who sells homes in the area with Chris Fulton Real Estate. Farley Place is attractive to homebuyers because its median home price is more than half that of Paducah. "Locals work at retailers in the area, but there are also big companies nearby like Jackson Purchase Energy and Paducah Power," says Realtor Stewart Weisenberger, who sells homes in the area with Farmer & Company Real Estate.
Farley Place is located just to the South of the Ohio River.
Green grassy lots dot the landscape of Farley Place.
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Fixer-upper houses
The neighborhood offers promising opportunities to find fixer-upper homes, many of which are rental properties. Bungalows from the 1940s and 50s sell for between $15,000 and $100,000. Wood-exterior ranch-style houses sell for as low as $60,000, and brick ranch-style houses sell for as high as $120,000. Old-growth trees shade most years, and there is typically enough space for patios and barbecues.
Bungalow style houses can be found in Farley Place.
Farley Place is home to historic two story traditional homes.
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A neighborhood near the nexus of the Tennessee and Ohio rivers
Farley Place borders the banks of the Tennessee River where it converges with the Ohio River. Residents launch kayaks into these rivers to catch channel catfish, bluegill and largemouth bass. Folks also like swimming in the fresh waters. Less than half a mile north of the neighborhood, residents take their children to the playground at Kolb Park.
The Ohio River and Tennessee River converge together in Paducah near Farley Place.
Farley Place is in close proximity to the Ohio River in Paducah.
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Public schools within 5 miles
Children take the bus, or their parents drive them, about 3 miles west to the C-plus Niche-rated Morgan Elementary. Paducah Middle School is about 4 miles west of the neighborhood and has a C-plus Niche rating. Paducah Tilghman High School is less than 3 miles northwest of the neighborhood and has a B-plus Niche rating. The high school offers avenues to careers in the automotive industry through its classes. The school's Advanced Placement classes allow students to earn college credits.
Morgan Elementary enrolls around 365 every year in Paducah.
Paducah Tilghman High School is home to the Blue Tornadoes in Paducah.
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Big-box retail and chain dining
There are several dining options about a mile southeast of the neighborhood along Irvin Cobb Drive. Dining options include Burger King, Wendy's and Sonic Drive-In. Latin music plays in Los Amigos, where hardy plates of enchiladas are served with salty margaritas. The street is also lined with big-box stores like Kroger, Lowe's and Walmart. Residents can walk to the Family Dollar on the southwest corner of the neighborhood. Local businesses such as boat and engine dealers and a tire shop border Farley Place.
Kroger is a grocery option near Farley Place.
Walmart is a shopping location with proximity to Farley Place.
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Movies, live performances and festivals in the downtown
Paducah's downtown offers a strong arts scene with multiple entertainment opportunities for fun night outs. To catch a new film release or even a classic, Maiden Alley Cinema is less than 2 miles north on Main Street in the downtown. The nonprofit theater operates out of a refurbished brick warehouse. Cinephiles enter the theater via a brick alleyway illuminated by a neon sign. The downtown's Carson Center for Performing Arts features a Broadway series of plays as well as touring musical acts. The downtown also hosts events like BBQ on the River, an annual barbecue festival. "BBQ on the River attracts thousands of people to the waterfront. There's food and live music," Weisenberger says.
Maiden Alley Cinema offers a non profit cinema experience to the locals of Farley Place.
Barbecue of all types can be found at BBQ on the River.
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Getting around Paducah
Most of the streets are lined with sidewalks. There are streetlights to make folks feel safe while they take evening strolls. People take South 6th Street less than 2 miles north to Paducah's downtown. The neighborhood does not have access to public transit. Nashville International Airport is 140 miles southeast via Interstate 24.
Farley Place is a walkable community just to the South of downtown Paducah.
Farley Place is heavily wooded with old growth trees throughout the area.
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Parks in this Area
Robert Coleman Park
Carson Park
Kolb Park
Farley Place Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Farley Place, Paducah sell after 96 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Farley Place, Paducah over the last 12 months is $450,000.
Welcome to 166 Farley Place- A spacious 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom home situated on a .55 acre lot in Paducah. Blending historic charm and investment potential, this property boasts original hardwood flooring and exposed brick accents. With ample living space and an attached garage, this home is ready to be revitalized!
You'll love the bright, airy vibe of this newly remodeled home in the heart of Paducah. Fresh paint, new metal roof, new gas water heater, newer flooring, new front porch! Seller preserved the vintage charm of this home with arched doorways and knotty pine cabinets. The breezeway with authentic knotty pine would make a great mud room. Your kiddos and pets will enjoy the HUGE fenced back yard and
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
636
Median Age
39
Population under 18
29.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$32,466
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$49,304
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.6%
College Graduates
10.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.1%
% Population in Labor Force
52.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
31/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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