Wayne County, Kentucky
Monticello Real Estate and Local Guide
A rural Wayne County seat in southern Kentucky whose economy centers on recreation and tourism tied to nearby Lake Cumberland. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Monticello best.
About the area
Living in Monticello, KY
Known as the "Houseboat Capital of the World" for its houseboat manufacturers.
The housing market
Homes in Monticello
- About 54.5% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- About 67.5% of housing units are single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $125,800.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Monticello home
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument
Civil War battlefield with a visitor center, museum, and national cemetery
Mill Springs Mill
Historic gristmill with one of the world's largest operating overshot waterwheels
Wayne County Courthouse
Historic courthouse in downtown Monticello, the county seat
Monticello-Wayne County Memorial Park
86-acre park with walking trails, ball fields, tennis and basketball courts, and shelters
Lake Cumberland
Major recreational lake near the city drawing boating and houseboat traffic
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.