Real Estate Investing in Hazel, Kentucky

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 1,386 • Calloway County

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Should you buy in Hazel, KY? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (64/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 25.4% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Elevated poverty: 32.0% poverty rate — can affect rent collection.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.2% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $156,930
Avg Monthly Rent $882
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Hazel Real Estate

Hazel (Kentucky) spans 1 ZIPs and roughly a sizable population. unambiguously the fundamentals here skew distressed, with soft rents, soft appreciation, and structural headwinds worth respecting.

Investors considering Hazel, KY should understand what the ★★★☆☆ rating represents — a market with material structural headwinds, not a temporary rough patch.

Transaction volume in Hazel has thinned in a way that amplifies price discovery risk. Turning to rents, investors without local context should treat every number on the page with skepticism.

A an established population with $N/AK household income profile is what makes Hazel a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$156,930
Avg Monthly Rent
$882
1% Rule
✗ Below
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📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Murray, KY metro

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Low Risk
Price YoY
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Rent YoY
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Below List
0/3
0%
Days Pending
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☀️ Warm Market — Murray, KY metro
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Days to pending
9.4%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Hazel, KY

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hazel, KY

Is real estate in Hazel, KY a good investment right now?

Hazel, KY scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $157K and rents near $882/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

What approach is best for Hazel, KY real estate?

The best-fit strategy in Hazel, KY is careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. That approach the rent and price profile of the market.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in Hazel, KY?

Rental vacancy in Hazel, KY is elevated. Investors should budget normal turnover but not chronic empty units.

Are landlord laws favorable in Hazel, KY?

Rental owners in Hazel, KY deal with a landlord-friendly legal framework. Most standard eviction processes run on reasonable timelines.

What do landlords charge for rent in Hazel, KY?

Expect rents around $882/mo per month in Hazel, KY. With home values at $157K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

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