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Beechmont

Beechmont

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$199,152 Average Value
$154 Average Price per Sq Ft
25 Homes For Sale

Beechmont offers an active lifestyle on Louisville's South End

Beechmont in Louisville is a South End neighborhood where tree-lined streets and access to green space define daily life. It is even named after the beech trees that filled the area when it was developed. Though it is only about 5 miles from downtown, Beechmont has a definite suburban feel. Southern Parkway runs through the neighborhood with wide paths popular with walkers, runners and cyclists. Iroquois Park is next door, one of Louisville's largest municipal green spaces with more than 700 acres of amenities. Residents also enjoy easy access to Interstate 264 and the nearby Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport.

The Beechmont Gazebo is a community landmark.
The Beechmont Gazebo is a community landmark.
Beechmont has an artistic vibe.
Beechmont has an artistic vibe.
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Historic character through architectural diversity in Beechmont

Bungalows and Cape Cods are common among the neighborhood's older housing stock. Brick construction, including Bedford stone, appears throughout. Homes with Tudor Revival and Colonial Revival styles stand out along Southern Parkway, where some of the area's larger properties are concentrated. Many homes have been renovated.

Prices typically range from the low $100,000s to the low $300,000s. Among area neighborhoods, Beechmont's median sales price of about $200,000 is higher than that of Hazelwood, Wilder Park and Wyandotte. However, it is still well below the citywide median.

Beechmont's homes come in a variety of styles.
Beechmont's homes come in a variety of styles.
Cozy Cape Cods are an option in Beechmont.
Cozy Cape Cods are an option in Beechmont.
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Iroquois Park, Beechmont Community Center are recreational attractions

Outdoor activity centers around Iroquois Park, designed in 1891 by famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. Covering more than 700 acres of old-growth forest, rugged hills and winding paths, the recreational hot spot is a scenic, natural escape. The North Overlook, a popular destination for hikers, offers a panoramic view of the downtown Louisville skyline. Additional amenities include an 18-hole municipal golf course, a disc golf course, playgrounds and trails that cater to humans and horses. The Iroquois Amphitheater hosts concerts, movie nights and other events. The Beechmont Gazebo is a central gathering spot for neighborhood events, including a summer concert series.

The Beechmont Community Center is the go-to spot for indoor activities. “We’re pretty familiar with our community members, and they sometimes come out here to kick it with us,” says Ahmed Hassan, recreation leader at the center. Hassan, a longtime resident known affectionately as Smiley, grew up going to the community center and now leads programs that range from teen archery to senior fitness. The center keeps a full schedule of activities throughout the year and includes a Dare to Care Kids Café, where kids can eat for free. The center also hosts youth camps in the summer.

Beechmont Tot Lot is part of the community center.
Beechmont Tot Lot is part of the community center.
Bellevue Park is a neighborhood green space.
Bellevue Park is a neighborhood green space.
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Three Jefferson County public schools are in the neighborhood

Beechmont is home to three schools that are part of the Jefferson County Public Schools district. Iroquois High School is an Academies of Louisville school that offers career-based learning. Olmsted Academy North is an all-boys middle school, and Olmsted Academy South is an all-girls middle school.

Olmsted Academy North is a public middle school for boys.
Olmsted Academy North is a public middle school for boys.
Iroquois High School is a neighborhood institution that is part of the Jefferson County Public Schools district.
Iroquois High School is a neighborhood institution that is part of the Jefferson County Public Schools district.
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Sunergos Coffee is a popular local chain with a location in Beechmont.
Sunergos Coffee is a popular local chain with a location in Beechmont.

Local dining options range from sushi and pho to barbecue

Beechmont and the surrounding areas have a diverse mix of options for food and drinks. Popular stops include:

  • The Streatery, a family-style food hall in the heart of the neighborhood
  • Anko Sushi, a Japanese restaurant known for its signature Beechmont Roll
  • Sunergos Coffee, a micro-roastery and coffee shop chain with award-winning espresso
  • Vietnam Kitchen, a decades-old restaurant for pho and other traditional favorites
  • Back Deck BBQ, a former food truck whose menu features slow-smoked brisket and pulled pork
More dining options can be found at Iroquois Manor Shopping Center, a neighborhood plaza with a Valu Market grocery store. Shopping centers and big-box retailers line nearby Dixie Highway.

Beechmont is about a 20-minute drive from downtown.
Beechmont is about a 20-minute drive from downtown.

It's a 20-minute drive to downtown Louisville

Residents can hop on Southern Parkway and drive through the city to get downtown. The commute takes about 20 minutes. They can also take Interstate 264, which is a much longer drive but takes about the same time. The airport is 5 minutes away via I-264.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Louisville Muhammad Ali International

6 min drive

Bus

Woodlawn & 2nd

Bus

Kenwood & Fay

Bus

6th & Ashland

Bus

6th & 4625

Bus

Southern Pkwy & Southern Heights

Bus

3rd & Southern Heights

Bus

3rd & Freeman

Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 3 Reviews
5.0 Current Resident
8/10/2019 Niche Review
Beechmont is the most integrated neighborhood in Louisville, Ky. It's shops are unique and authentic and it's a beautiful place to live cheaply and feel safe and included.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Beechmont US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
2,627
Number of Homes for Sale
25
Median Year Built
1942
Months of Supply
2.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,400
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,864
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
538
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
8
Median Rent
$1,250
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,298
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,695
Median Townhouse Rent
$1,300
Median Condo Rent
$850
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$995

Demographics

Total Population
7,665
Median Age
39
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$45,252
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$62,204

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
82%
College Graduates
19.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
14''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

50 / 100

Moderately walkable

Walkability®

60 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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