Real Estate Investing in Lyon County, Kentucky

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2 ZIP codes • Population: 8,541

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (68/100)

Mixed signals β€” some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
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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
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  • High vacancy: 33.4% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

5.7% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

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Avg Home Value $190,380
Avg Monthly Rent $891
ZIP Codes 2

Investing in Lyon County Real Estate

Lyon County (KY) covers 2 ZIPs and 2 municipalities. clearly the fundamentals here skew distressed, and both rent and price trends have been lackluster across most of the geography.

Across Lyon's 2 ZIPs, the investment landscape runs sluggish: thin appreciation, soft rents, and demographic trends that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

Lyon County's population trends and income levels suggest a region where affordability is strained, constraining how aggressively rents can rise without hurting collections.

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Avg Home Value
$190,380
Avg Monthly Rent
$891
1% Rule
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Landlord Friendly (KY)
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Cities in Lyon County

ZIP Codes in Lyon County, KY

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lyon County

What is the renter demographic in, KY?

The renter base in, KY is reasonable for the $891/mo price point. Screening well and pricing to market typically yields measured tenants.

What type of investing works in, KY?

Most investors in, KY run a careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy. It aligns with the 3.0/5 investability profile and the market fundamentals.

What is the median home value in, KY?

, KY home values average about $190K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $891/mo in monthly income.

How does, KY stack up against KY overall?

, KY measures broadly in line with the KY state benchmark. Investors should treat statewide figures as a reference, not a substitute for local data.

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