Crestwood is a bedroom community 20 miles from downtown Louisville
At first glance, Crestwood seems like another bedroom community about 20 miles from downtown Louisville. “[Residents] like the quaint, village-type atmosphere and the closeness and proximity to downtown Louisville and amenities like shopping, restaurants and so forth,” says Walt Schumm, owner of Walt Schumm Custom Building and Realtor with Re/Max Real Estate Center, who has lived in Oldham County for over 45 years. However, there is more to this small city, with local restaurants and community parks like The Maples. It is also part of the highly rated Oldham County Public School District, which receives an A from Niche. The community is growing, with new developments like Clore Station on the way.
Newer properties include New Traditional homes, townhouses and condos
Oak trees dot grassy lots, many of which are at least an acre. It is common to see mid-20th-century split-level and ranch-style houses on half an acre or less near the city center. Many homes were built after 1990, including modern farmhouses and New Traditional styles with colonial, Craftsman or Tudor influences. Condos and townhouses, like those in Park Vue, make up some of the newer properties. Smaller homes typically cost $200,000 to $400,000, while larger, newer ones can range from $400,000 to over $1.2 million. The median price for a single-family home is about $510,000. Townhouses and condos cost $170,000 to $450,000. Clore Station is a planned community that broke ground in 2025. Once completed, it will include businesses, parks and residences that range from single-family homes to condos.
Crestwood receives a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
Students attend highly rated Oldham County Public Schools
Oldham County Public Schools offer school choice through inter- and intra-district transfer applications. Students can start at Crestwood Elementary, which receives an A-minus. South Oldham Middle and High schools earn an A from Niche. The high school partners with the Arvin Education Center to offer career and technical education programs like fire science and culinary arts.
Recreation includes The Maples Park and Yew Dell Botanical Gardens
One of the most popular green spaces in Crestwood is The Maples Park, the first park owned and operated by the city. Its 22 acres include picnic tables, tree swings, walking trails and the Deibel Barn, a replica of an early 1900s barn that can be rented out for events. The main attractions are the playground and sprayground. “It has some interesting old barn-type architecture,” Schumm says. The park transforms for the annual holiday celebration, Light UP! The Maples Park. There are cookies, cocoa, ornament making and a chance to visit with Santa. Every June, the park hosts Arts on the Green, a juried festival with crafts and fine arts like ceramics, paintings and jewelry.
The Yew Dell Botanical Gardens have display gardens and educational tours. There are also seasonal events like Boo Dell, which includes live music and the Trail of Treats, and the annual Yuletide. From the end of November through the end of December, garden visitors can see holiday light displays and a model train village. The county owns most of the other parks in Crestwood. Peggy Baker has another playground, a dog park and lighted baseball fields that host the South Oldham Little League. The Crestwood Branch of the Oldham County Public Library hosts programs like “crafternoons” and book clubs for all ages.
Locals enjoy shops and restaurants in Crestwood and Louisville
Local restaurants in Crestwood include Papi’s Mex Grill & Bar, which has authentic Mexican food. The Red Pepper Deli is known for sandwiches like On The Rail, which has homemade chicken salad with veggies and tarragon mayo. “It’s a cafe-type atmosphere with inside and outside seating,” Schumm says. “It’s quick service, great cuisine and affordable.” Residents also travel to Louisville, which has close to 1,800 eateries. The Fat Lamb serves an upscale twist on Southern Comfort food. Chef and owner Dallas McGarity was a semifinalist for the James Beard Foundation’s “Best Chef Southeast” in 2024. Schumm says locals also head to Louisville for attractions like the Louisville Slugger Museum, bourbon distilleries and Waterfront Park.
Reardon’s Fruit Market is a family-owned store that sells fresh produce, flowers and Christmas trees. Otherwise, residents get groceries from Walmart. Springhurst Towne Center is about 6 miles away, with major retailers like Target and HomeGoods.
Interstate 71 offers a direct route to Louisville amenities
Because so many of Crestwood’s residents commute, cars are a necessity to get around. Interstate 71 offers a direct route to Louisville. The Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport is about 25 miles away and offers nonstop flights to almost 40 destinations. The University of Louisville Health – Medical Center Northeast, which includes the Brown Cancer Center, is about 6 miles away.
