Carson Park Homes for Sale

Carson Park in Paducah is a thriving community located a short drive from Downtown Paducah and near the Ohio River. The neighborhood features a mix of older homes from the 1950s, condos, and apartment complexes, with some houses dating back to the early 1900s and a few new constructions. Home styles include ranch-style, bungalows, renovated Victorians, and traditional-style homes, many with garages or carports. The area is known for its walkability and creative charm, with residents enjoying local amenities such as Keiler Park, Midtown Market, and Dry Ground Brewing Company. The old Coke plant, now a modern retail center, houses the Mellow Mushroom pizzeria, known for its unique interior artwork. Dining options include Strickland’s Seafood Restaurant and Pizza by the Pound. Carson Park itself is a significant feature, offering fairgrounds, a historic racetrack, horse boarding, and campgrounds. Bob Noble Park, the largest park in Paducah, includes the Greenway Trail, a pool and waterpark, a lake, and sports courts. The neighborhood hosts the McCracken County Fair in June, featuring a rodeo, concert, and antique tractor show. Carson Park is zoned for the Paducah Independent Schools district, with Paducah Tilghman High School being highly rated. The area is safer than the national average and is served by Baptist Health Paducah. Interstate 24 provides easy access, with Downtown Paducah 3 miles away and Barclay Regional Airport 10 miles away. Potential buyers should note the occasional high temperatures and some flood-prone areas, as well as noise from nearby freight train tracks.