Washington County, Kentucky
Springfield Real Estate and Local Guide
The county seat of Washington County, established in 1793 and known for its deep ties to the family of President Abraham Lincoln, whose parents' marriage was recorded here. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Springfield best.
About the area
Living in Springfield, KY
The Washington County Courthouse, completed in 1816, is the oldest courthouse still in use in Kentucky.
The housing market
Homes in Springfield
- About 56% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- Roughly 68% of housing units are detached single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $154,800.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Springfield home
Washington County Courthouse
Completed in 1816, the oldest courthouse still in use in Kentucky
Mordecai Lincoln House
Historic house on the National Register of Historic Places tied to the Lincoln family
Mt. Zion Covered Bridge
National Register covered bridge, one of the longest multi-span covered bridges in Kentucky
Lincoln Homestead State Park
120-acre state park just north of Springfield with the Lincoln family cabin site, an 18-hole golf course, fishing lake and picnic area
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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.