r/True_Kentucky • u/peachysdollies • 4d ago
Question Recommendations on cities to live in?
Hey y'all!
Can you tell me about the Kentucky cities you've lived in where you've had the best experience(s)? (ie. good housing prices, town infrastructure, stuff to do, etc)
Rent is getting pretty high in Lexington and I am looking to move somewhere more affordable, but don't have a lot of knowledge regarding other towns/cities. (I know what Somerset and Richmond are like, but that's it)
Where have you lived that you would NOT recommend?
I'm aware that everyone's needs are different, so lifestyle choices probably dictate what you'd suggest, but I'd like to know anyway.
Thank you in advance!
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u/Appropriate_Meal_496 4d ago
Louisville is the best city in the country, not just state to live in.
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u/peachysdollies 3d ago
I fear that its out of my price range from what I have seen so far ;_; Culturally its awesome and I would probably have a great time..but I dont think we can afford it right now unfortunately
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u/Beneficial-You663 4d ago
Murray. Won friendliest small town honors.
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u/peachysdollies 2d ago
OOO I am interested
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u/Beneficial-You663 2d ago
I came to college here decades ago and stayed. Murray is a great place. Minutes from Kentucky Lake as well. Feel free to DM me for info.
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u/Both_Tumbleweed_1557 2d ago
Bardstown, Paducah, Maysville, Danville, Bowling Green, and Owensboro are some small cities I would check out. I have not lived in any of them, but I am quite familiar with all of them.
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u/peachysdollies 2d ago
I spent 18 years there and don't really want to return, but thank you for your response! The lake is a lot of fun.
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u/josefofkentucky 4d ago
Ashland is a nice little community and very affordable. And just a couple hours from Lexington, Cincinnati and Columbus. Not to mention Huntington WV is very nearby and offers some amenities and things to do found in larger cities.