Why Live in Deer Lick Place
Deer Lick Place in Paducah offers a rural atmosphere with tree-lined streets and narrow country roads, yet it is conveniently located just 6 miles from downtown Paducah and 2 miles from Midtown's restaurants, shops, and galleries. The neighborhood features a mix of Colonial Revival, ranch-style, and traditional homes, with properties ranging from the 1960s to the present. Lot sizes start at 1/3 acre, and most homes include garages. The area is served by the highly rated McCracken County Public Schools, including Concord Elementary School, Heath Middle School, and McCracken County High School, which boasts a successful Future Problem-Solving Team. For shopping and dining, residents have access to the Kentucky Oaks Mall, O’Charley's Restaurant and Bar, and Strickland Seafood Restaurant, known for its alligator tail appetizer. Essential stores like T.J. Maxx, The Home Depot, and Walmart Supercenter are within 3 miles, while Kroger is 4 miles away. Recreational options include Independence Park, 2 miles away, with amenities for picnics and dog owners, and Paxton Golf Course, 4 miles away, featuring an 18-hole course. Commuting is facilitated by nearby Interstate 24 and U.S. Route 62, with downtown Paducah a 5-mile drive and Barclay Regional Airport 7 miles away. While the neighborhood lacks bus stops, it benefits from proximity to three college campuses. Safety is comparable to the national average, though residents should be aware of the ongoing cleanup of the Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant and the hot, muggy summers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Deer Lick Place a good place to live?
Deer Lick Place is a good place to live. Deer Lick Place is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Deer Lick Place is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Deer Lick Place has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 45. The average household income is $143,849 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 45.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Deer Lick Place are home owners, with 43.3% of residents renting and 56.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Deer Lick Place can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Deer Lick Place neighborhood guide.
Is Deer Lick Place, KY a safe neighborhood?
Deer Lick Place, KY is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Deer Lick Place?
The median home price in Deer Lick Place is $235,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $47,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.36%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,170 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $50K a year to afford the median home price in Deer Lick Place. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Deer Lick Place is $144K.
What are the best public schools in Deer Lick Place?
The best public schools that serve Deer Lick Place are:
What are the best private schools in Deer Lick Place?
The best private schools that serve Deer Lick Place are:
- St. Mary School System has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 9:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
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Are home prices dropping in Deer Lick Place?
Yes, home prices in Deer Lick Place are down 32% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Deer Lick Place, KY
On average, homes in Deer Lick Place, Paducah sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Deer Lick Place, Paducah over the last 12 months is $220,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$220,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$295,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$220,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$139
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$235,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%