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Cherokee Triangle

Cherokee Triangle

$555,150 Average Value
$245 Average Price per Sq Ft
18 Homes For Sale

Historic homes, access to Highlands amenities in Cherokee Triangle

Cherokee Triangle is an established neighborhood in Louisville's Highlands known for its high-value homes. Residents enjoy walkable access to shopping and dining along the Baxter Avenue/Bardstown Road commercial corridor and proximity to Cherokee Park, a historic green space from which the neighborhood takes its name. This vibrant, welcoming community hosts a long-running annual art fair and is home to one of the state's top-rated private schools.

Cherokee Triangle is a very walkable neighborhood.
Cherokee Triangle is a very walkable neighborhood.
Take a stroll down Bardstown Road in Cherokee Triangle and pop into local shops.
Take a stroll down Bardstown Road in Cherokee Triangle and pop into local shops.
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High-priced homes in a historic preservation district

The neighborhood is filled with diverse architecture. Options range from the understated designs of Cape Cods to the unique turrets and ornate details of late-stage Victorians. In between, the sturdy frames and covered porches of Craftsman bungalows and American Foursquares are prominent. The wide variety of options results in prices that range from the low $300,000s to nearly $2 million. The median sales price in the mid-$500,000s is among the highest in the city.
Cherokee Triangle was added to the National Register of Historic Places in the mid-1970s, and, as a registered historic district, changes and upgrades have to be approved by the city. “Renovations have to fit within the historical footprint and character of the homes, so if you replace a window, it has to be made of high-quality Victorian glass,” says Pete Kirven, a Realtor with Kentucky Select Properties who lives in Cherokee Triangle. Because of this, homeowners are eligible for tax credits to help cover the costs of improvements.
The neighborhood also offers several condo options, including high-rise units and single-family homes that have been converted into multi-family residences. Prices range from the mid-$100,000s to more than $1 million. Cherokee Triangle is a premier spot for investors, as about 60 percent of its residents are renters.

This Tudor Revival home stands out in the Cherokee Triangle neighborhood.
This Tudor Revival home stands out in the Cherokee Triangle neighborhood.
Homes with Victorian architectural details can be seen throughout Cherokee Triangle.
Homes with Victorian architectural details can be seen throughout Cherokee Triangle.
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Grab some friends and relax at Neat Bourbon Bar and Bottle Shop in Cherokee Triangle.
Grab some friends and relax at Neat Bourbon Bar and Bottle Shop in Cherokee Triangle.

Eclectic dining and independent shops in the neighborhood

Bardstown Road and Baxter Avenue comprise part of the Highlands known as the city's original Restaurant Row. Featured dining destinations include:

  • Ramsi's Cafe on the World, an eclectic restaurant with a globe-spanning menu
  • Wick's Pizza Parlor, a neighborhood gathering spot known for its deep-dish pies
  • Chill Bar, one of Louisville's best-known gathering places for the LGBTQ+ community
  • Neat Bourbon Bar, known for its rare pours, vintage whiskey and bourbon expertise
  • Jack Fry's, a high-end restaurant offering Southern-inspired entrees since 1933
Shopping options along the corridor include the Clay & Cotton boutique store and Carmichael's Bookstore, an independent bookseller with a dedicated kids store nearby. Mid City Market offers more shopping and dining options.

Outdoor activity at Cherokee Park is a highlight of Triangle living

Cherokee Park, which opened in 1892, covers over 400 acres and features a scenic loop of just over 2 miles winding through rolling hills, open meadows and woodlands. An archery range, sports fields and hiking trails along Beargrass Creek are other featured amenities. “You really cannot walk through Cherokee Park without seeing a family of deer staring back at you. Our dog just had to get used to it,” says Diane Kirven, who is married to Pete Kirven and also works for Kentucky Select Properties. Willow Park is a neighborhood green space on the edge of Cherokee Park, and the neighborhood also borders Cave Hill Cemetery & Arboretum.

Cherokee Triangle residents can stop by nearby Cherokee Park for a relaxing day outdoors.
Cherokee Triangle residents can stop by nearby Cherokee Park for a relaxing day outdoors.
The view's as good as the company in Cherokee Park.
The view's as good as the company in Cherokee Park.
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Cherokee Triangle Art Fair is the neighborhood’s signature event

The community comes together regularly for events sponsored by the Cherokee Triangle Association, and the neighborhood’s signature event is the Cherokee Triangle Art Fair. Held on the weekend before the Kentucky Derby, this juried competition attracts a large group of local artists and vendors. The annual festivities celebrate art amid a lively atmosphere of food, music and fellowship in a community that embraces creativity.
“It's also a very LGBTQ+ friendly place,” says Jay Gulick, managing broker and Realtor at Kentucky Select Properties. “I grew up in Cherokee Triangle — Atherton High School class of '89 — and it's always been a very welcoming and diverse place.”

The Fall Festival is a popular event at Cave Hill Cemetery & Arboretum nearby.
The Fall Festival is a popular event at Cave Hill Cemetery & Arboretum nearby.
The Fall Festival is a family friendly event with live music and food trucks.
The Fall Festival is a family friendly event with live music and food trucks.
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Home to the highly rated Louisville Collegiate School

The neighborhood is served by the Jefferson County Public Schools district, but Louisville Collegiate School is its premier educational option. The independent private school, which serves students from preschool through 12th grade, earns an A-plus from Niche, which ranks it as Kentucky's No. 1 STEM school for high school students. Nearby St. James Catholic School, which serves students through eighth grade, is another private option.
For those who choose public school, Atherton High School is one of the Jefferson County district's highest-rated schools.

Atherton High School is a highly rated public school in the area.
Atherton High School is a highly rated public school in the area.
Louisville Collegiate School in the neighborhood is one of the state's highest-rated private schools.
Louisville Collegiate School in the neighborhood is one of the state's highest-rated private schools.
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The commute downtown takes about 10 minutes

While Cherokee Triangle provides a relatively secluded residential setting, it is only about 3 miles from downtown. Residents can hop on Cherokee Road and be in the heart of the city in about 10 minutes. Bardstown Road connects to Eastern Parkway, a major area roadway that provides access to Interstate 65 and Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport. Residents can make the roughly 7-mile trip to the airport in under 20 minutes.

The Bardstown Road/Baxter Avenue commercial corridor borders Cherokee Triangle.
The Bardstown Road/Baxter Avenue commercial corridor borders Cherokee Triangle.
Interstate 64 is nearby.
Interstate 64 is nearby.
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La Chasse in Cherokee Triangle serves French and Spanish cuisine.
La Chasse in Cherokee Triangle serves French and Spanish cuisine.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Louisville Muhammad Ali International

17 min drive

Bus

Bardstown & Baringer

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Baxter & Highland

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Grinstead & Grinstead Court

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Everett & Patterson

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Grinstead & Cherokee

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Payne & Pine St

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Payne & Breckinridge-Franklin Elem

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Cherokee Triangle US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

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Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,229
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Median Year Built
1920
Months of Supply
3.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,824
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,934
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,658
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,060
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

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 Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
17
Median Rent
$1,322
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,625
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,800
Median Condo Rent
$1,323
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,500

Demographics

Total Population
3,880
Median Age
39
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$76,020
On par with the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$107,059

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.5%
College Graduates
64.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
34%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
80.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
11''

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Moderately walkable

Walkability®

70 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
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