The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 42729 sells for about $212,471, or $115 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 88 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $850 a month.
ZIP 42729
The housing market in 42729 is characterized by low inventory and slow turnover, typical of a rural area. Prices have seen modest growth, but the market remains highly affordable compared to national averages. Demand is driven primarily by local residents and those seeking rural lifestyle properties.
This ZIP is best suited for those seeking rural living, outdoor enthusiasts interested in proximity to Mammoth Cave, and individuals looking for affordable housing options away from urban centers.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 88 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.8% · poverty 22.1% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 42729, Kentucky
Not determinable at the ZIP level; regional crime rates in rural Kentucky are generally lower than national urban averages.
Schools serving the Cub Run area are part of the Hart County School District, which provides rural public education services.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including seasonal flooding near waterways and occasional severe wind events; insurance availability is stable but premiums are sensitive to regional weather patterns.
Economic momentum is limited, with the area primarily serving as a rural residential and agricultural base with proximity to Mammoth Cave National Park.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Kentucky) — Kentucky Ad Valorem Property Tax: Property is assessed at its fair cash value (price at a fair voluntary sale). The tax is calculated by applying local and state tax rates to the assessed value.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling to nearby employment hubs in Munfordville or Campbellsville via state routes.
The area is defined by its proximity to Mammoth Cave National Park, offering extensive hiking, cave exploration, and outdoor recreation.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and limited turnover, with demand driven by local agricultural and service-sector workers.
The local economy is heavily reliant on agriculture, tourism related to Mammoth Cave, and small-scale local services.
Transportation is entirely reliant on private vehicles; there is no public transit infrastructure in this rural ZIP code.
No major commercial or residential developments are currently reported for this rural ZIP code.
The Hart County Property Valuation Administrator manages assessments for the county, focusing on agricultural and residential valuations.
Parcels are served by the Hart County School District and local fire protection districts.
Property insurance is available through standard carriers, though premiums are influenced by the rural nature of the area and fire protection ratings.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
World-renowned cave system and extensive hiking trails serving the region.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.