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| What Paris is like for active adults |
Retirees come to Paris, Tennessee not for its resemblance to the famous French capital, but because they like living near one of the largest man-made lakes in the world. Paris is a small town of about 10,000 in northwest Tennessee, 15 miles from the vast and popular Land Between the Lakes recreation area. An active adult lifestyle is easy here, and there a variety of affordable retirement community options. The mild climate makes this an ideal place to live in retirement. Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley provide ample opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping in the area. Paris is located in Henry County in northwestern Tennessee.
Living on the man-made Kentucky Lake is popular with many baby boomers, and prices are surprisingly affordable for homes or lots with water views. Parcels on the water tend to be a bit pricier. There are least a few condominium developments that offer plentiful amenities and 2 BR apartments for under $200,000. Other retirees choose to live in Paris, either in newer subdivisions or in existing single family homes. The median sales price of a home here in 2007 was about $73,000 - well below both the Tennesee and U.S. averages.
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| What is special about this community |
• Lakeside living/outdoors lifestyle • Active downtown • Low cost of living • Hunting, fishing, boating, camping, hiking. • World's Biggest Fish Fry • The vibrant downtown area is growing, with arts, children's activities, boutique shopping, and dining • Paris is two hours from Nashville, Tennessee (music) and two and a half hours from Memphis, home of the blues and great barbecue!
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| What is not special about this community |
| Paris is not for anyone who craves being near a big city and all of its attractions |
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| What kinds of people like living here |
People who like living on the shores of a beautiful lake, those who like an active, small-town community where everyone gets involved, and an area with a very low crime rate.
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| Physical environment |
| Paris is near two vast lakes, Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley. Surrounding area is combination of thickly wooded, open, swamps, hills, and flatlands. Great for sportsmen of all kinds. It's not too hot in the summer, nor too cold in the winter; average snowfall is about 2 inches. Spring and Summer seem to go on forever! View Google Map for Paris TN |
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| Cultural environment |
| Nashville is 107 miles away. Memphis is about 130 miles away. W.G. Rhea Library has great selection. Krider Performing Arts Center, Lee Academy for the Arts, hyperactive Arts Council, world-class musicians and artists in residence, dancing lessons and soirées, constant shows and concerts, annual Arts Round The Square, national juried art show in June, and much more! |
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| Medical facilities |
| Paris has a number of private clinics & a county owned hospital, HCMC, that is in the process of undergoing extensive renovations.
Murray-Callaway County Hospital is 22 miles away in Murray. |
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| Transportation |
| Nashville International Airport is about two hours, Memphis International Airport is about two and a half hours, and Barkley Regional Airport is 60 miles away in Paducah, KY; Henry County Airport has 5,000 ft runway, handles up to Lears & Citations all the time, has ILS, GPS, ODALS, & PAPIS; I-40 only 30 miles; I-24 about 40 miles; good infrastructure throughout area. |
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| Paris Active Communities |
| Facts about PARIS | | State | : TN | | Environment | : Lake,Small Town, | | City Population | : 10,000-25,000 | | Median age of Population | : 25-44 | | Avg Jan Temperature | : 21-40 | | Median HH Income | : 20,001-40,000 | | Average Home Price (MLS) | : Less than $100,000 | | Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house | : Less than 2000 | | Total Crime Index | : 101-110 (slightly above average) | | Cost of Living Index | : <80 (Very low) | | Culture Index | : 101-110 (slightly above average) | | Name of the Guide | : |
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Overall Retirement Ratings
1. Rating: 2.9/5 ( 8 votes cast)
Expense:
Inexpensive to Luxury
2. Rating: 1.0/5 ( 2 votes cast)
Taxes:
Inexpensive to Expensive
3. Rating: 1.8/5 ( 4 votes cast)
Culture:
None to Cosmopolitan
4. Rating: 2.5/5 ( 2 votes cast)
Recreation:
None to Summer camp
5. Rating: 4.0/5 ( 3 votes cast)
Transportation:
Boondocks to World Hub
6. Rating: 2.5/5 ( 2 votes cast)
Security:
Dangerous to Ft. Knox
7. Rating: 3.5/5 ( 6 votes cast)
Medical Facilities:
None to Excellent
8. Rating: 3.3/5 ( 3 votes cast)
Political Situation:
Conservative to Liberal
9. Rating: 3.0/5 ( 1 vote cast)
Environmental:
Oblivious to Ultra-Green
10. Rating: 4.0/5 ( 1 vote cast)
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