Real Estate Investing in Williamsburg, Kentucky

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2 ZIP codes • Population: 22,720 • Whitley County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (65/100)

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 cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 17.2% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

2.7% 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 $123,271
Avg Monthly Rent $783
ZIP Codes 2

Investing in Williamsburg Real Estate

Williamsburg (Kentucky) spans 2 ZIPs and roughly a sizable population. clearly the fundamentals here skew distressed, with soft rents, soft appreciation, and structural headwinds worth respecting.

decisively Williamsburg's aggregate rating of ★★★☆☆ reflects lackluster investor metrics across the board — weak rent growth, weak appreciation, and rising-vacancy pressure in multiple ZIPs.

Rent trends and price trends in Williamsburg are both soft, which is the uncomfortable combination that defines distressed-leaning markets in Kentucky.

The 0% renter share in Williamsburg masks uneven tenant quality across ZIPs, and $N/AK median income leaves little cushion against economic shocks.

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Best ZIP codes in London, KY

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Avg Home Value
$123,271
Avg Monthly Rent
$783
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (KY)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on London, KY metro

4/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
73%
Days Pending
2/2
82 days

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❄️ Cool Market — London, KY metro
82
Days to pending
10.8%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

🎓 Colleges & Universities in Williamsburg

1 College 20,327 Students
C+
University of the Cumberlands
4-Year Private · 20,327 students

ZIP Codes in Williamsburg, KY

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Frequently Asked Questions About Williamsburg, KY

Is Williamsburg, KY a good market for FHA house hackers?

The house hack math a challenging in Williamsburg, KY. Owner-occupant buyers benefit from the $783/mo rents and $123K home values.

Is the tenant base reliable in Williamsburg, KY?

Tenant quality in Williamsburg, KY ranks as solid. Landlords generally report steady occupancy at market rents of $783/mo.

Are eviction rules reasonable in Williamsburg, KY?

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

What is the average monthly rent in Williamsburg, KY?

The typical rental in Williamsburg, KY commands about $783/mo monthly. That rent profile reliable cash flow against the $123K purchase basis.

Where do home prices stand in Williamsburg, KY?

Typical homes in Williamsburg, KY go for around $123K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% consistent price movement.

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