Ellington, Elizabethtown, NC
Ellington — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Ellington, Elizabethtown, North Carolina. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) licensing database.
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Ellington Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Ellington is a well-established residential neighborhood in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, prized for its quiet streets and family-friendly atmosphere. It offers a convenient location with easy access to the city's major employers, shopping centers, and Fort Knox.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood primarily features a mix of single-family homes, many built from the 1970s onward, with well-maintained yards and mature trees. With a median home value of approximately $128,500, Ellington represents an affordable entry point into the Elizabethtown housing market.
Schools & Education
Families in Ellington are served by the highly-regarded Hardin County Schools district. Students typically attend local schools such as Parkway Elementary, James T. Alton Middle School, and John Hardin High School, all known for their strong academic programs.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy nearby outdoor spaces like Freeman Lake Park, which offers walking trails, fishing, and picnic areas. The central location also provides quick drives to community sports complexes, golf courses, and the Elizabethtown Sports Park.
Local Dining & Shopping
Daily conveniences and dining options are just minutes away at the Towne Mall area and along Ring Road. From popular chain restaurants to local favorites, residents have a wide variety of shopping and eateries close to home.
Who Lives Here
Ellington is a neighborhood of working families, military personnel from nearby Fort Knox, and long-term residents. The area has a median household income of around $40,315, reflecting its middle-class, community-oriented character.
Ellington Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $129K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $516/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $40K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 75.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 24.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 6.7% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Balanced | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 42717 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Ellington, Elizabethtown
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-15