Real Estate Investing in Edmonson County, Kentucky

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4 ZIP codes • Population: 6,961

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (46/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
MIXED
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
3 flags
  • High vacancy: 30.4% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.
  • Declining values: -0.9% 5-year CAGR β€” values have moved lower.
  • 1-year downturn: Values declined 14.2% in the last year.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

0.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $166,970
Avg Monthly Rent $954
ZIP Codes 4

Investing in Edmonson County Real Estate

This is a distressed-leaning county in Kentucky: Edmonson has 3 cities, 4 ZIPs, and investment math that only works for investors with genuine local understanding.

Across Edmonson's 4 ZIPs, the investment landscape runs subdued: thin appreciation, soft rents, and demographic trends that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

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

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Avg Home Value
$166,970
Avg Monthly Rent
$954
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (KY)
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πŸ“‰ Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Bowling Green, KY metro

4/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
69%
Days Pending
2/2
98 days

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Cities in Edmonson County

ZIP Codes in Edmonson County, KY

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Frequently Asked Questions About Edmonson County

What are home prices like in, KY?

Homes in, KY typically sell near $167K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which measured long-term demand.

What is the tenant pool like in, KY?

, KY draws a consistent base of working renters. Demand at the $954/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

Is, KY better for rentals, flips, or BRRRR?

Investors who focus on careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management typically do well in, KY. The numbers - $167K homes against $954/mo rents - support that play.

Do landlords face vacancy issues in, KY?

Occupancy in, KY runs measured with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $954/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

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