Algonquin
Suburban Neighborhood in Louisville, Kentucky
Jefferson County 40208, 40210
Small homes on compact lots
Many of the single-family homes in Algonquin date to the early- and mid-20th century, at Rhodia’s peak. Small, fenced-in lots feature Craftsman bungalows as well as National-inspired homes, some featuring modern updates. The one- and two-bedroom homes feature front porches where residents can overlook the sidewalks crisscrossing the neighborhood, with plain and painted brick columns. Many backyards feature shade from the mature oaks that poke up above the rooflines. Homes in need of updates range from $25,000 to $100,000, while move-in ready units generally fetch from $80,000 to $175,000. Numerous rental complexes feature throughout the neighborhood, but most of the community is owner-occupied.
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Playgrounds and pollinators
Sixteen-acre Algonquin Park, part of the Olmsted Parks system, offers a pollinator garden filled with purple coneflowers, as well as a basketball court where multiple rec leagues play pickup; kids can also cool off in the sprayground. It’s also the only Olmsted park in Louisville with a pool, points out Jesse Hendrix, Director of Communications with the Olmsted Parks Conservancy. She notes it’s under renovations, as the city is working to rehabilitate the community’s amenities - “It’s going to be open in 2025, it’s going to be really nice!” The Parkhill Community Center offers after-school programs and a popular playground, offering neighborhood children activities and opportunities.Choice zone system offers educational options
Algonquin is part of the Jefferson County school district, which includes more than 50 schools as part of their unique choice system with “Close-to-Home” and “Far Away-Home” options. Most students in the neighborhood start out at Maupin Elementary, which earns a C-minus, before moving along to newly constructed Hudson Middle School, which is yet to be graded. Fairdale High School, with a B grade, is the destination for Far-Away-Home students, while The Academy at Shawnee is another option, with a C grade. Marion C. Moore Traditional school, with a C grade itself, is an option and follows the Traditional schooling program, a magnet program focused on self-discipline and citizenship.
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All the world’s a stage – even parks
According to Elisabeth Ellis, an area Realtor with Noir Realty, Algonquin locals enjoy heading to downtown Louisville's Fourth Street Live! This nearly 350,000-square-foot dining and shopping destination hosts everything from country music concerts by national artists to dance parties highlighting local DJs. Algonquin Park hosts events throughout the year as well, and Hendrix notes the annual Shakespeare in the Park series put on by Kentucky Shakespeare has a stop there.
Getting around by bus and car
The Algonquin neighborhood is generally walkable, and the quiet side streets make in generally walkable. Transit Authority of River City (TARC) city buses cruise throughout the neighborhood, with plenty of stops that connect to neighborhoods all across town. Most residents still rely on their cars, with on-street parking sometimes narrowing streets to barely a lane’s width. The University of Louisville Hospital, providing 24-hour emergency care, is about 2 miles east. Residents wanting to head out of the area on pleasure or business have a quick trip to the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, roughly 6 miles south and accessible by car as well as public transit.Homegrown eats
Opened in 2022, InKredible’s Burgers & Shakes owners Kam and Desi Hampton are from the neighborhood. It’s not just a place to get a burger – it was opened with the hope to build a spot to give back to the community and show budding neighborhood entrepreneurs the potential for excellence in Algonquin. Soul food favorite Franco's Restaurant and Catering is known for its smothered pork chops and spicy collard greens and is revered by foodies as one of the gems in the Louisville restaurant scene. The Commerce Center, a small strip used for both retail and commercial space, has a handful of locally owned businesses, as does Southland Terrace Shopping Center to the south. Residents take care of their regular grocery shop at the nearby Save-A-Lot.
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Forging a way forward for Algonquin
Once home to the Rhodia Chemical plant, a 17-acre lot in the corner of the community has been vacant for over 20 years. The city, locals and nonprofit agencies are teaming up to envision a way forward to bring this site online for the good of the ‘hood. The Transformation Project aims to redevelop this site for the community, adding grocery stores like Kroger's, another middle school and a training center to bring skilled trade jobs to the area. "The hope is to reduce crime by creating a place for the community to come together," according to Hargrove. "We want people to come to Louisville and say, 'That's a place I'd like to live in.'" Hand-in-hand with community programs including Algonquin Community United and the ACE Program, the neighborhood pushes forward into a new generation.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Yvonne McAfee
Yvonne McAfee
Metro Advantage Realty
(502) 509-0682
112 Total Sales
1 in Algonquin
$120,000 Price
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George Green
George Green
Green Team Real Estate Services
(502) 586-5440
305 Total Sales
1 in Algonquin
$70,000 Price
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Monica Dunlap
Monica Dunlap
Responds QuicklyTotally About Houses
(502) 281-0236
271 Total Sales
1 in Algonquin
$150,300 Price
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Yalonda Buckner
Yalonda Buckner
Buckner Real Estate Services, LLC
(502) 305-4731
66 Total Sales
1 in Algonquin
$89,900 Price
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Wendy Harris
Wendy Harris
Diamond Key REALTORS
(502) 385-4629
59 Total Sales
2 in Algonquin
$62K - $98K Price Range
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Tracy French
Tracy French
RE/MAX Premier Properties
(859) 470-3588
712 Total Sales
3 in Algonquin
$38K - $160K Price Range
Schools
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- 6th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
South Central Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Parkhill Park
Algonquin Park
- Football
- Pool
- Tennis
Central Park
St. Louis Park
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Algonquin | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Algonquin Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Algonquin, Louisville sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Algonquin, Louisville over the last 12 months is $94,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$103,999
Median Sale Price
$94,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$112,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$79,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$79
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,253
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1928
Months of Supply
3.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,241
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,931
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
775
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,162
Median Age
35
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$30,187
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$45,246
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.3%
College Graduates
7.7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
14''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
43
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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