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An up-and-coming neighborhood
The light filters through the leaves of the towering oaks, creating dappled sunshine along French Town's narrow streets and manicured lawns. Nestled between Lower Town and Fountain Avenue, this community reaps the benefits of each neighborhood. Lower Town is the oldest neighborhood in Paducah, renowned for its award-winning Artist Relocation Program. "French Town is an up-and-coming community, and it's in a good location," says Laura Petrie, a Realtor with Elite Realty and a long-time Paducah resident. "We are also seeing more people out riding their bikes or walking to the riverfront," Petrie says. The area is encompassed by an Opportunity Zone, communities appointed by the U.S. Department of Treasury to encourage investments in impoverished communities. These zones will experience additional properties being developed as mixed-use.
French Town's wide streets make it safer to bike and walk to shops and restaurants.
There are numerous parks in and around French Town where one can play, recreate or simply relax.
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A Top Chef has a restaurant here
The revitalized Coke plant in Paducah has become a popular dining destination. The building, once used for bottling, has been transformed into a modern retail complex, with the anchor tenant being Mellow Mushroom, a pizzeria known for its craft beer and calzone. The eatery's interior is decorated with unique puzzle piece-shaped creations, and various sculptures are made from recycled metal objects. Petrie recommends Freight House, owned by Sarah Bradley, a 2023 runner-up on "Top Chef." The restaurant highlights farm-to-table American cuisine. In addition to dishes like shrimp and crab gumbo, Strickland's Seafood Restaurant is renowned for its fried alligator. Midtown Market and Kroger are nearby for groceries and pre-made food. For a little retail therapy, locals can drive 3 miles via back roads to the Kentucky Oaks Mall, which houses over 100 stores and chain restaurants.
They hand make every pizza at Mellow Mushroom near French Town.
Dry Ground Brewery near French Town is a great place to get a pint and a bite.
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A mix of dates and styles
The construction dates of the various homes range from the turn of the 20th century to the 1960s, with a few 90s houses being added. Architecture is a mixed bag, comprising brick-faced bungalows, ranch-style, Colonial revival, Cape Cod and American foursquare. Yard sizes run between ¼ and 1/3, and prices span from $153,000 to $409,000. Long driveways lead to either attached or detached garages.
Traditional home styles abound in French Town.
Some French Town homeowners go all out when decorating their homes for the holidays.
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Take the dog to the park
There's a lot of parks and recreational options in and around the neighborhood. The Pat & Jim Brockenborough Rotary Health Park was established to educate the community about proper diet and exercise. The space features an open field, a 1/3-mile walking trail, an inclusive playground, an expansion of the community garden, outdoor fitness equipment, a spray pad, an obstacle course and picnic areas. Residents like to visit Schultz Park, situated along the riverfront, for picnics and scenic views. The Transient Boat Dock sits adjacent to the park and provides amenities and space for short-term boaters. Wilson Stage hosts many events throughout the year, including the Independence Day Celebration, which includes live music, food trucks and spectacular fireworks. Independence Park, which offers recreation for humans and their canine fur babies, is fenced and provides a gazebo, benches, picnic tables and climbing boulders. The park has two sections, one of which is designated for dogs.
The sprayground at the Rotary Park provides welcome relief on a summer day.
Shultz Park along the riverfront near French Town has remarkable views of the Ohio River.
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A community kitchen in town
Baptist Health Paducah and Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital are nearby in case of emergencies. The nearest major highway is Interstate 24 and U.S. Highway 60 skims the border. Downtown Paducah is a 3-mile drive via back streets, and Barclay Regional Airport is a 8-mile away via U.S. Route 62. The Paducah Area Transit System has a few bus stops in town but most people use their cars. Paducah's Community Kitchen is located in the community and serves all those in need.
Baptist Health Paducah is conveniently located near French Town.
Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital is near French Town in case of emergencies.
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Innovation Hub inspires students
French Town is served by the Paducah Independent Schools district, which offers open enrollment. Students can walk to and/or attend Clark Elementary School, which has a B-plus grade from Niche. Paducah Middle School has a C-plus grade. Behind Paducah Tilghman High School, with a B-plus, is the Innovation Hub, which serves as the new location of the Paducah Area Technology Center—a technical school annex that provides interactive instruction on industrial and STEM careers.
Paducah Tilghman High School is ranked 72nd within Kentucky.
Many French Town students attend Paducah Middle School, a public school.
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Heat alert
It's important to note that French Town can get pretty hot over the summer, going as high as 90 degrees with high humidity.
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Parks in this Area
Robert Coleman Park
Carson Park
Bob Noble Park
French Town Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in French Town, Paducah sell after 293 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in French Town, Paducah over the last 12 months is $320,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Victorian on Jefferson with 2 private entrances works well for a duplex! On 1st floor, there is a formal entry & 3 bedrooms with fireplaces. 10 ft tall ceilings, transoms, original hardwood floors & pocket doors. Large open kitchen to the dining area. 2 1/2 baths are adjacent to each other & could be made into a full bath by adding a shower. 3rd 1st floor half bath in primary bedroom.
Investors & Homeowners - Build in the Heart of Paducah! Beautiful, and well-shaded lot with a peaceful, wooded feel-just minutes from downtown Paducah! Located only one block from the beloved Kitchens Cafe at the Paducah School of Art and Design, and minutes to Etcetera Coffeehouse and all that Lower Town has to offer. Utilities (sewer, power, and water) are available at the city street and
Everyone loves this 1 bedroom 1 bath apartment. Very private near downtown Paducah. Washer and dryer in unit. Large rooms 2 walk in closets. Wood floors, ceiling fan. Central A/c and heating. I am the owner and will talk with you before setting an appointment. Looking for a good/ clean adult with good rental history and job. Who wants to stay a long time. Credit must be in the 600's, Proof
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
757
Median Age
41
Population under 18
19.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,875
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$95,140
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.5%
College Graduates
9.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.8%
% Population in Labor Force
43.4%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
47/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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