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Cheap Home for sale in 42081, KY:
Bring This Charming Piece of History Back to Life! Built in 1902, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is full of character and timeless charm. Situated on a half-acre lot, the property offers plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors while providing an exciting opportunity to restore and make it your own. The covered front porch welcomes you in with classic appeal, while the upstairs covered porch offers a peaceful spot to relax and overlook the backyard. With its historic character, spacious lot, and endless potential, this Smithland property is ready for someone with vision to bring it back to life. Whether you're looking for a restoration project, investment opportunity, or a home with personality

$55,000

3 beds1.5 baths2,748 sq ft

Covered front porch • Half-acre lot • Backyard

308 Charlotte St, Smithland, KY 42081

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Cheap Home for sale in 42081, KY:
This beautiful home has been updated with all the right touches! Located in the quaint town of Smithland, but just minutes to Paducah and Marshall County. Open concept with updated counter tops, backsplash, accent walls, new flooring throughout with hard wood underneath, new sheet rock, all new exterior paint and cedar trim, and a large bonus room in the walkout basement, along with a large closet/dressing room! The outdoor spaces are equally as lovely, with a back patio and covered front porch. Worth adding to your must see list! Move-in ready!

$245,000

3 beds2 baths1,972 sq ft

Covered front porch • Large bonus room • Updated counter tops

417 Rudd St, Smithland, KY 42081

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Cheap Home for sale in 42081, KY:
Country living at its finest, sitting on just under 10 acres, this one owner home was custom-built in 2019. There are 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms in the 1680 sq ft home including a 2-car attached garage and a 56-foot-long front porch for taking in all the finest views, and the wildlife spends plenty of time visiting. The exterior of the home is TruLog Steel Siding, zero maintenance. The gutter system is Leaf Guard. The shop is 40x50 with a 14 ft door in the front, 16' ceilings, 6" concrete floors and includes living quarters as well as a full bathroom, kitchen area, and camper hookup. Roughly half the property is fenced for livestock including a 24x36 barn/carport could be closed in with m

$419,900

2 beds2 baths1,680 sq ft

Trulog steel siding • Living quarters • Full bathroom

805 Coon Chapel Rd, Smithland, KY 42081

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Cheap Home for sale in 42081, KY:
Wonderful private 2.15 acre setting! Beautiful view from large covered front porch of pond and cows. Very relaxing! Custom built 3 bedroom, 2 bath, well maintained home. Features include a Living room with ventless gas log fireplace. Dining room with chair rail. Kitchen with lots of cabinets and eat-in dining. Primary bedroom features a 5' x 5' walk-in closet. Primary bath with 5' Oak vanity, double sink & cultured marbled top and a 5' x 6' walk-in closet. This home is move-in ready! Large back concrete patio for more relaxing. Concrete driveway. Nice pole barn with 10 ft. ceilings, concrete floors and a lean-to. Property is fenced. Quality will always sell and this is quality! J

$418,900

3 beds2 baths1,904 sq ft

Lots of cabinets • 5 x 5 walk-in closet • 5 x 6 walk-in closet

785 Mt Zion Rd, Smithland, KY 42081

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Cheap Home for sale in 42081, KY:
745 Tiline Road is a 20 acre parcel in Smithland. Property has city sewers and view of Cumberland River. 1104 feet of Road Frontage on Tiline Road. This would make a nice subdivision with smaller lots.

$160,000

Land20.00 acres (lot)

City sewers

745 Tiline Rd, Smithland, KY 42081

Property at 0 Tiline Rd, Smithland, KY 42081

$160,000

Land20.00 acres (lot)

0 Tiline Rd, Smithland, KY 42081

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Charming and full of character, this 1½-story Craftsman-influenced cottage blends bungalow warmth with subtle Cape Cod touches. Set on approximately . 23-acre lot in the heart of Salem, this 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home features a classic brick and metal siding exterior that gives it timeless curb appeal. From the moment you step inside, a welcoming foyer sets the tone, leading into a home filled with thoughtful details and cozy spaces. The eat-in kitchen offers plenty of cabinet space along with a refrigerator, microwave, hood vent, and stove — ready for everyday living. A decorative fireplace adds warmth and charm to the living space, while luxury vinyl plank flooring runs thro

$119,900

3 beds1 bath1,152 sq ft

Durable metal roof • Covered front porch • Decorative fireplace

114 E Lion Dr, Salem, KY 42078

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Cheap Home for sale in 42081, KY:
Unlock your vision at 1560 US Highway 60 in charming Ledbetter, Kentucky! This full renovation opportunity sits on a beautiful 0.84-acre lot, giving you room to breathe and grow. With the bones in place and the land to work with, the only limit is your imagination. Bring your contractor and your creativity -- this one's ready for its glow-up!

$65,000

3 beds1 bath1,416 sq ft

0.84 acre lot • Built 1960 • Listed 3 days

1560 Us-60, Ledbetter, KY 42058

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Cheap Home for sale in 42081, IL:
Just moments from the Ohio River and located in a private campground community, this recently renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is the perfect river retreat. Enjoy easy access to the community boat ramp, dock, and park, making it ideal for fishing, boating, and outdoor recreation. Features include an enclosed front porch, back porch, covered carport, two storage sheds, and plenty of parking for boats, trailers, and vehicles. The $2,000 annual HOA fee covers road maintenance, mowing, parks, boat ramps, and docks, making for easy, low-maintenance living near the river.

$39,999

2 beds1 bath700 sq ft

Community boat ramp • Covered carport • Back porch

1 Mckenzie Dr, Golconda, IL 62838

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Welcome to 6025 Shar Cal Rd! Check out this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath home nestled on 2.89 acres just 6 miles from Calvert City. Set well off the road, this property offers a peaceful setting with plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors while still providing convenient access to the surrounding area. Inside you will find a welcoming entry way with spaces that are great for entertaining in the living room by the gas logs or hosting gatherings in the large dining room. One bedroom and full bathroom is on the main floor and two bedrooms and full bathroom upstairs. Outside, the property truly shines with room to spread out. A semi-attached garage provides convenient parking and additional enterta

$315,000

3 beds2 baths2,112 sq ft

Covered front porch • Large back patio • Semi-attached garage

6025 Shar-cal Rd, Calvert City, KY 42029

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Cheap Home for sale in 42081, KY:
Nice brick ranch with newer floors, very nice remodeled bath with whirlpool tub, great neighborhood

$219,900

3 beds2 baths1,621 sq ft

Great neighborhood • Whirlpool tub • Newer floors

165 Reid Cir, Paducah, KY 42003

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Cheap Home for sale in 42081, KY:
Best of Both Worlds! If you are looking for a country setting close to amenities then this is the home for you! A home to put your stamp on and move-in ready. Three bedrooms with large closets and two bathrooms, (one of which is the ensuite to the primary bedroom) nestled on a 3/4 acre mature tree lot. A two car shop with electricity and concrete flooring for all your projects. This home is ready to be your first home or weekend home there are several options in the use of this property. Paducah, KY (downtown) 10 miles Kentucky Lake 15 miles Land Between the Lakes State Resort Park 20 miles Nashville, TN 120 miles

$105,000

3 beds2 baths1,296 sq ft

Country setting • Two car shop • Mature tree lot

1693 Us-60, Ledbetter, KY 42058

Property at 127 Gale Ln, Calvert City, KY 42029, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$339,900

4 beds2.5 baths2,580 sq ft

127 Gale Ln, Calvert City, KY 42029

Property at 111 N Columbus St, Golconda, IL 62938, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$82,000

2 beds1.5 baths1,700 sq ft

111 N Columbus St, Golconda, IL 62938

Property at 5970 Merrydale Dr, Paducah, KY 42003, 3 beds, 2 baths

$225,000

3 beds2 baths1,624 sq ft

5970 Merrydale Dr, Paducah, KY 42003

Property at 967 Sugar Creek Rd, Grand Rivers, KY 42045, 3 beds, 2 baths

$380,000

3 beds2 baths1,632 sq ft

967 Sugar Creek Rd, Grand Rivers, KY 42045

Property at 750 Tyree Rd, Paducah, KY 42003, 2 beds, 2 baths

$169,900

2 beds2 baths1,258 sq ft

750 Tyree Rd, Paducah, KY 42003

Property at 339 Cody Cooper Rd, Ledbetter, KY 42058, 3 beds, 2 baths

$184,900

3 beds2 baths1,338 sq ft

339 Cody Cooper Rd, Ledbetter, KY 42058

Property at 349 Anita Ln, Ledbetter, KY 42058, 4 beds, 2 baths

$349,999

4 beds2 baths2,455 sq ft

349 Anita Ln, Ledbetter, KY 42058

Property at 169 Wyndotte Way, Ledbetter, KY 42058, 3 beds, 1 bath

$175,000

3 beds1 bath1,125 sq ft

169 Wyndotte Way, Ledbetter, KY 42058

Property at 359 Ironwood Dr, Calvert City, KY 42029, 4 beds, 2 baths

$325,000

4 beds2 baths3,052 sq ft

359 Ironwood Dr, Calvert City, KY 42029

Property at 103 E Illinois, Golconda, IL 62938, 2 beds, 1 bath

$55,000

2 beds1 bath1,303 sq ft

103 E Illinois, Golconda, IL 62938

Property at 000 Fish Farm Rd, Golconda, IL 62938

$108,000

Land24.00 acres (lot)

000 Fish Farm Rd, Golconda, IL 62938

Property at 00 Adams Rd, Salem, KY 42078

$294,900

Land68.00 acres (lot)

00 Adams Rd, Salem, KY 42078

Property at 3911 U.s. 62, Calvert City, KY 42029

$199,000

Land2.12 acres (lot)

3911 U.s. 62, Calvert City, KY 42029

Property at 116 S Adams St, Golconda, IL 62938

$19,900

Land2,500 sq ft (lot)

116 S Adams St, Golconda, IL 62938

Cheap Homes for Sale in 42081

There are currently 6 cheap homes for sale in 42081 at a median listing price of $245K. Some of these homes are "Hot Homes," meaning they're likely to sell quickly. Most homes for sale in 42081 stay on the market for 33 days. This map is refreshed with the newest listings in 42081 every 15 minutes.

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