The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 42122 sells for about $445,000, or $195 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,013 a month.
ZIP 42122 — Alvaton
The housing market in 42122 remains stable with steady demand for single-family homes on larger lots. Limited inventory continues to support price growth, though the pace of appreciation has moderated compared to previous years. Buyers are primarily local families looking for space and quality school districts.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a quiet, rural-suburban lifestyle with larger lot sizes while remaining within a reasonable commuting distance to Bowling Green's amenities.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 3.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.7% · poverty 4.6% — a stable, low-distress 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 6.9%/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 8.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 42122, Warren County KY
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in Alvaton are significantly lower than the national average, with the area characterized by a rural, low-density environment that experiences minimal property and violent crime.
Schools serving the area are part of the Warren County Public Schools district, which generally maintains high performance ratings and strong community support.
The area is primarily at risk for severe thunderstorms and occasional wind damage, with low flood risk for most residential parcels outside of immediate creek proximity.
Economic momentum is driven by the proximity to Bowling Green's industrial and manufacturing base, including major employers like General Motors and the medical sector.
Property taxes are assessed by Warren County based on fair cash value, with rates determined by the state, county, and school district levies; no local income tax is applied.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving 15-20 minutes to reach the employment and retail hubs in central Bowling Green.
The area offers access to rural landscapes, local parks, and proximity to Drakes Creek for outdoor activities, with major shopping centers located a short drive away in Bowling Green.
The rental market is limited, consisting mostly of single-family homes with low vacancy rates and stable, moderate rent growth.
The economy is anchored by the broader Bowling Green metropolitan area, featuring a mix of manufacturing, healthcare, and education sectors.
Transportation is almost exclusively via private vehicle, with access to major regional highways connecting to the I-65 corridor.
Development is focused on low-density residential growth, with limited commercial expansion planned within the ZIP boundaries.
The Warren County Property Valuation Administrator (PVA) conducts annual assessments to ensure property values reflect current market conditions.
Parcels are subject to Warren County school district taxes and local fire protection district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though homeowners should account for standard regional coverage for wind and storm damage.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov 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.
Provides scenic views and recreational fishing opportunities.
Local community park with green space and walking paths.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.