Walter Jetton
$92,989
Average Value
$46
Average Price per Sq Ft
Homes developed as early as the 1890s
The neighborhood's median single-family home price is just over a quarter of Paducah's median. "The price attracts a lot of first-time homebuyers," McGuire says. Bungalows from the late 19th century sell for as low as $15,000, and bungalows from the late 20th century sell for as high as $95,000. Ranch-style homes from the 1970s and 80s sell for between $30,000 and $95,000. Early 20th-century single-story Craftsman-style houses sell for between $18,000 and $180,000. Most homes on the lower end of the neighborhood's price range tend to require renovations. "There are a few houses that need renovation, but most are well-kept," McGuire says.
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Strengthening community bonds and helping the less fortunate
At First Liberty Baptist Church on 12th Street, locals come together to worship and enjoy movie nights, community breakfasts and holiday celebrations. Two blocks east of the neighborhood, W.C. Young Community Center has served Paducah since 1976. The nonprofit brings people together through events like the 8th of August Emancipation Celebration and Parade, which starts on Broadway Street and ends at Robert Coleman Park, where there are vendors and live music. Three miles northwest of Walter Jetton, children participate in STEM education and attend sports camps at the Oscar Cross Boys & Girls Club. Paducah's Community Kitchen is about a mile north of the neighborhood and serves meals to those who need them.
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Public schools within 3 miles of Walter Jetton
Morgan Elementary is less than 2 miles southwest of the neighborhood, and Paducah Middle School is 3 miles west of the neighborhood. Both schools have C-plus Niche ratings. Paducah Tilghman High School is 2 miles west of Walter Jetton. The school has a B-plus Niche rating and an 83% graduation rate. Its Work-Based Learning Program allows seniors to shadow professionals in various fields, including the culinary arts, medicine and graphic design. Next door to the high school, the Paducah Area Technology Center offers all Paducah students auto body, auto tech, carpentry, welding and health sciences education.
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Munal's Donuts and Gold Rush Cafe
Walter Jetton provides central access to some of Paducah's best shopping and dining options. About a mile east of the neighborhood, the family-owned XMan's BBQ is located in a red barn-style building and has become popular among Walter Jetton residents since its opening in 2023. A mile southeast of Walter Jetton, Munal's Donuts is a family-owned bakery that has been a Paducah staple for over 70 years. In the downtown, Gold Rush Cafe serves homestyle breakfasts in a wood-furnished diner atmosphere. Two blocks east of Walter Jetton, Branch Out serves vegan American fare. Almost all residents drive to these options. Stores like Kroger, Walmart and a Salvation Army thrift store are less than 3 miles south of the neighborhood. Less than a mile west of Walter Jetton, the Goodwill Opportunity Center sells clothing, books and home goods.
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Robert Coleman Park and Bob Noble Park
Robert Coleman Park is on the neighborhood's east end, within walking distance of most residents. The 3-acre park has two picnic shelters, a basketball court, sand horseshoe pits, a splash pad and restroom facilities. Bob Noble Park is just over 3 miles northwest of Walter Jetton. The 135-acre green space has a swimming pool, a dog park, baseball fields, basketball and tennis courts, forested trails and a 5-acre lake with fishing piers.
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The McCracken County Fair and BBQ on the River
There is no shortage of entertainment options near Walter Jetton. On the neighborhood's north end, musicians take classes and perform in the music hall for up to 570 people at the Paducah Symphony Orchestra Academy. Jefferson Street's annual Halloween celebration attracts thousands of trick-or-treaters, according to WPSD Local 6. Residents decorate their yards with spooky inflatables and cobwebs, and the police shut down the streets to stop traffic. Paducah hosts the McCracken County Fair about 3 miles west of the Walter Jetton each July. The week-long event includes live music, vendors, a car show, rides and a beauty pageant. Held downtown each September, BBQ on the River is the city's most popular event. Thousands of people flock to the riverfront every year to consume over 80,000 pounds of smoked meat and listen to live music.
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Getting around Paducah
Downtown Paducah is a block east of Walter Jetton's north end. The closest major airport, Nashville International Airport, is 140 miles southeast of Paducah via Interstate 24. The neighborhood does not have access to public transportation.
Written By
William Palicia
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jan Matthews
Jan Matthews
RE/MAX Realty Group
(618) 629-7209
94 Total Sales
1 in Walter Jetton
$48,800 Price
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Stan Hack
Stan Hack
Responds QuicklyHRE Advisors
(270) 201-5044
56 Total Sales
2 in Walter Jetton
$61K - $150K Price Range
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Kimberly Ann Clapp
Kimberly Ann Clapp
Responds QuicklyThe Jeter Group
(270) 212-7914
184 Total Sales
1 in Walter Jetton
$60,000 Price
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Patrick Humphrey
Patrick Humphrey
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Realty Group
(270) 201-5806
67 Total Sales
1 in Walter Jetton
$45,000 Price
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Austin Mourad
Austin Mourad
Housman Partners Real Estate
(270) 201-5620
106 Total Sales
3 in Walter Jetton
$4K - $165K Price Range
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Lisa Humphrey
Lisa Humphrey
Elite Realty
(618) 564-6602
160 Total Sales
3 in Walter Jetton
$4,300 Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Robert Coleman Park
Carson Park
Bob Noble Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Walter Jetton | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Walter Jetton Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Walter Jetton, Paducah sell after 116 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Walter Jetton, Paducah over the last 12 months is $45,000, down 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$55,000
Median Sale Price
$45,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$45,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
18%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-17%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$46
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
109
Median Year Built
1902
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,376
Significantly below the national average
1,927
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
425
Median Age
40
Population under 18
27.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$22,500
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$27,552
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.8%
College Graduates
3.6%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
55%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
57
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
23
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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