Somerset

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Somerset, KY Area Guide

A time capsule near the shores of Lake Cumberland

Peaceful Close-Knit Community Events Lake

You wouldn’t expect the sleepy streets of Somerset to house one of the largest destinations in Kentucky, but this quaint small town plays host to over a million visitors during the summer.

Its proximity to Lake Cumberland and the number of events that the town puts on has made it quite a lively locale. Residents shouldn’t worry though, because the height of tourist season and the calm winter months are equally enjoyable. Somerset’s Main St. and U.S. 27 run parallel to each other, housing both popular chain restaurants and local eateries. Tap on Main Brewing is a popular downtown spot, as it makes for a great nightcap after a day at the lake.

Besides the popular body of water near Somerset, the town also comes together for the Somernites Cruise, a popular car show that happens once a month from April through October. If you’re looking for community, look no further than Somerset.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Somerset, KY is $742 for one bedroom, $923 for two bedrooms, and $1,590 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Somerset has increased by 1.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$742/month
720 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,084/month
1,150 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Somerset, KY is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

38 / 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Somewhat Bikeable

24 / 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Northern Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

Hopkins Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

Shopville Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

Oak Hill Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

Meece Middle School

Public

Grades K-8

Northern Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Southern Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Meece Middle School

Public

Grades K-8

Southwestern High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Pulaski County High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Somerset High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.