Louisville's Bellewood offers a quaint setting close to amenities
Bellewood is a tiny home-rule city in Louisville conveniently located near the much larger home-rule city of Saint Matthews. Buyers are drawn to Bellewood’s tranquil residential setting, which includes about 130 homes and about 350 residents. The tight-knit community’s appeal is enhanced by proximity to the amenities of St. Matthews, most notably two regional malls. Residents are also close to shopping and dining along nearby Brownsboro Road.
The streets of Bellewood are quaint and quiet.
Side driveways leading to detached garages are common in Bellewood.
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Cape Cods highlight the community’s traditional architecture
Cape Cods, many with dormers peeking out from second stories, are prominent among the community's housing options, which also include a few bungalows and some larger Colonial Revivals that stand out for their brick facades. Most homes have side driveways that lead to detached garages. Streets are quiet and shaded by a canopy of trees, adding to the established feel. Prices typically range from the low $600,000s to the low $800,000s. Realtor Emmy Kupper with Kentucky Select Properties grew up nearby and now lives in Bellewood with her husband and children. She talks about how families tend to stay in the area for multiple generations, which “says a lot about how residents value their homes and the community.” She adds that, “It feels old-fashioned here. The effort we make for each other is strong.” Sometimes the community will hold events such as block parties and yard sales. “These are meant to bring neighbors together more than anything else. … These are great opportunities to enjoy each other’s company and deepen relationships we form in Bellewood,” Kupper says.
Homes featuring elements of the Colonial style are prominent in Bellewood.
Colonial Revivals are among the largest homes in Bellewood.
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Grocery stores, regional malls and restaurants nearby
Residents are close to shopping and dining along Brownsboro Road and in St. Matthews. There's a Fresh Market and a Kroger nearby along the former, and the latter is home to Mall St. Matthews and the Oxmoor Center. Mall St. Matthews, anchored by Dillard's and J.C. Penny, was one of the first enclosed suburban malls in Kentucky. The Oxmoor Center is a contemporary shopping, dining and entertainment center that includes name brands such as Macy's, restaurants such as The Capital Grille and a popular TopGolf. Other area shopping and dining stops include:
St. Matthews Feed & Seed, a longstanding local garden center just outside of the community
Paul's Fruit Market, a gourmet grocer with fresh produce, prepared foods and a popular deli and bakery
Mesh, a high-end, contemporary restaurant for American favorites in a polished yet approachable setting
Nam Nam Cafe, a casual Vietnamese eatery celebrated for flavorful pho and other traditional dishes
Paul's Fruit Market is a popular gourmet grocery store just minutes away.
Penny and Pearl's Bake Shop is a nearby destination for specialty drinks and sweet treats.
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Families have access to nearby public and private schools
Bellewood is part of Jefferson County Public Schools, which allows students to choose among schools within geographic clusters, but also allows for applications to magnet schools throughout the district. Barret Traditional Middle School is a Jefferson County magnet that gets an A-minus from Niche. Chenoweth Elementary is the closest public school, while Holy Trinity Parish School, for K-8 students, and the all-boys Trinity High School are nearby private options.
Chenoweth Elementary is a nearby Jefferson County public school.
Waggener High School is part of the Jefferson County Public Schools district that serves the Louisville area.
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Downtown Louisville is less than 15 minutes away
Brownsboro Road is more than a convenient commercial corridor. It provides the best route into downtown Louisville. The 6-mile commute can be made in under 15 minutes. Nearby Interstate 71 provides an alternate route downtown. Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport is about 10 miles away via Interstate 264, which can be accessed from Brownsboro Road or Breckenridge Lane. The commute takes less than 20 minutes. Transit Authority of River City buses serve the area and connect residents to local points of interest, including shopping and dining destinations along Brownsboro Road, Westport Road and Shelbyville Road.
A local green space and a variety of amenities nearby
Holy Trinity Parish School has a playground, a walking path and fields. “The community plays football there on Thanksgiving weekends and soccer games during the summer,” Kupper says. There are several popular parks and other recreational destinations nearby. Residents can take advantage of various amenities at the following places:
Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center, a year-round public facility with swim programs for all ages
St. Matthews Community Park, which offers walking trails, playgrounds, tennis courts and ballfields
Seneca Park, a 500-plus-acre destination known for its 18-hole public golf course and athletic courts
Carrie Gaulbert Cox Park, a popular spot along the Ohio River with two boat launches and scenic walkways
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