Real Estate Investing in Franklin County, Kentucky

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 51,627

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (71/100)

Solid choice β€” values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

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

⚠️ Risks to Know
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.4% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $247,864
Avg Monthly Rent $1,035
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Franklin County Real Estate

With 51,627 residents across 1 cities, Franklin County shows soft fundamentals that keep most passive capital on the sidelines β€” a region that demands real local knowledge.

Across Franklin's 1 ZIPs, the investment landscape runs tepid: thin appreciation, soft rents, and demographic trends that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

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

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Avg Home Value
$247,864
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,035
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (KY)
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πŸ“‰ Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Frankfort, KY metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
61%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Franklin County

1 College 1,689 Students 67 Off-Campus Renters
C
Kentucky State University
4-Year Public Β· 1,689 students

Cities in Franklin County

ZIP Codes in Franklin County, KY

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Frequently Asked Questions About Franklin County

Which investment style suits, KY?

In, KY the significant play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $248K prices and $1,035/mo rents suits that approach.

Are there empty rentals in, KY?

, KY carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect steady absorption at market rents of $1,035/mo.

What do landlords charge for rent in, KY?

Investors in, KY typically see rents near $1,035/mo per month against $248K home values - a solid setup for rental cash flow.

How landlord-friendly is, KY?

KY law tenant-protective for landlords, and inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

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