Kentucky Real Estate - The Bluegrass State
By Raynor James, Fri Dec 9th
From lush bluegrass to the music of the same name, Kentucky isundeniably the bluegrass state. Fortunately, Kentucky realestate prices won't leave you blue.
Kentucky
When it comes to assumptions, leave yours at the door whenconsidering Kentucky. This state is a hidden gem. From theAppalachian Mountains to the rolling hills covered with horseracing farms, Kentucky has much to offer. In the mountains, youcan hike, climb, camp, fish, go rafting and so on. The state ishome to the Mammoth Caves, an absolute must see if you get tothis part of the country with there underground cathedralscreated
by Mother Nature. On top of all of this, you can sipfamous Kentucky Whiskey, and listen to the vibrant Bluegrassmusic scene. Kentucky is simple the hidden gem of the southeast.
Louisville
Sitting on the border of Indiana, Louisville is a cosmopolitancity with a hint of influence from the original French settlers.The city has the best city park system in the nation and you'llfind plenty of places to stroll and enjoy yourself. The cityalso provides plenty of neat little walking areas and outdoorcafes are the name of the game. With the University ofLouisville, there is definitely a college lifestyle mixed intothe atmosphere of the city.
Louisville is known world wide for two things. The KentuckyDerby is an event unto itself and as many as 500,000 people willdescend upon the city for the event. Most of these people willexperience the second thing Louisville is known for - Bourbon.If the smokey cool drink is your thing, this is the place.
Lexington
Competing with Louisville is the college town of Lexington. Anot so small civil war exists between the two cities when itcomes to college basketball games between the University ofKentucky and University of Louisville. You must pick a side andbe prepared to defend it. Yes, even if you never attended eitherschool!
Lexington is a college town, but the economy is primarily basedon the tobacco industry. Fields. Raising horses is also strongbusiness on the surrounding rolling fields. For architecture,you'll find collections of antebellum homes in the town as wellas surrounding hills for hiking and such. Downtown is no greatshakes, but Lexington gets a thumbs up overall.
Kentucky Real Estate
Despite the stunning beauty of the state, Kentucky real estateprices are surprisingly reasonable. A single-family home is inLexington will costs $210,000 on average while the same home inLouisville will set you back an additional $30,000. Appreciationrates for 2005 were a modest 6 percent on average.
If you're looking to relocate to a new location, Kentucky is aplace to be investigated. The state has a lot more to offer thanyou may realize.
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