Stone Facade Kentucky Fixer Upper on 1+- Acre Under $55K
OHU50K Notes $54,500
Realtor Comments
Discover the potential in this Rush, KY fixer-upper a property brimming with opportunity and sitting on nearly one acre just minutes from the popular Rush Off-Road park. With 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a spacious 2-car garage, this home could be transformed into your ideal primary residence, a weekend retreat, or even a rental for the steady stream of visitors to the area. The main floor features a living room, kitchen, dining area, laundry space, and a full bath. Upstairs, youll find three bedrooms along with a second full bathroom. While the home requires work, the location and layout make it a worthwhile investment for the right buyer.
- 3 bed
- 2 bath
16118 Trace Rd, Rush, KY 41168 $54,500
- Contact Realtor: Chris Hutchinson II
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Pros of Rush, KY
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Low Cost of Living & Affordable Housing
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Overall cost of living is about 25.3% lower than the U.S. average.
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Housing is especially affordable: median home cost is ~$117,700, well below the national average.
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Rent is also cheaper: e.g. two‑bedroom rents are significantly under U.S. norms.
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Reasonably High Safety
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Crime rates are relatively low compared to many U.S. cities. According to CrimeGrade, Rush ranks in the 72nd percentile for safety (i.e. safer than many places).
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Violent crime rate is somewhat lower than average.
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Good Education Outcomes in Elementary School
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Strong proficiency in math and reading/language arts at the elementary level.
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Occupational / Industry Diversity
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There is a mix of employment types (white‑ and blue‑collar), including management, healthcare, sales.
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This diversity can somewhat buffer economic swings.
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Community & Small‑Town Benefits
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Probably a tighter-knit community, less congestion, quieter surroundings compared to major metro areas. (Implied from several sources describing it as a small city)
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Many residents value the affordability + being near enough to larger towns for some services.
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Good Quality Air and Water (Environmental Factors)
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Water quality gets good marks.
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Air quality is quite good most of the time.
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Cons / Challenges of Rush, KY
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Commute & Transportation Limitations
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Average commute time is ~33.4 minutes, which is longer than many expect for small‑town life.
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Public transportation options are very limited or non‑existent; most people commute by driving alone.
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Lower Performance in Secondary Education (High School Level)
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While elementary proficiency is good, high school test results (math & reading/language arts) are weaker.
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Also, private school enrollment in high school is comparatively high, perhaps reflecting perceived gaps or preferences.
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Limited Diversity
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Rush has low racial diversity and low age diversity compared to many places.
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Religious / cultural diversity is also relatively low.
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Health Risks & Environmental Concerns
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One metric flagged is a “high cancer incidence rate.”
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Also potential vulnerabilities around certain environmental hazards, though many natural disaster risks are low.
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Amenities & Variety
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As a smaller place, there are fewer of some amenities (entertainment, specialized healthcare, cultural variety) than in a larger city.
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Shopping, dining, etc., may require travel to neighboring towns or cities. (Inferred from data + community size)
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Weather / Natural Disaster Risk
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Some weather risk: severe storms and tornadoes are possible.
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Also, being “too close to an airport” was flagged as a con in one source, mainly due to noise etc.
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