$161,842Average Value$390Average Price per Sq Ft4Homes For Sale
Easygoing life on the west side of Louisville
Overlooking the Ohio River on the west side of Louisville, the 20th-century homes in Riverside Gardens once started as vacation homes before becoming year-round residences for local workers and citizens searching for a more rural feel. "Riverside Gardens offers homebuyers affordable housing, situated close to Riverport. Residents have easy access to the Louisville Loop," says Deborah Cox, a Realtor with RE/MAX 100. Cox has more than two decades of experience selling homes in the Louisville and South Indiana markets. The residential lanes of Riverside Gardens aren’t as densely populated as other neighborhoods in the city, but the area still offers convenient travels to shopping, dining and leisure.
The Riverside Gardens neighborhood is not that far from Downtown Louisville.
Homes in the Riverside Gardens neighborhood have spacious yards.
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Mid-century ranch homes with contemporary touches
Ranch-style homes from the 1950s and a few manufactured homes make up most of Riverside Gardens’ home stock. Many homes have contemporary interiors with updates for the 21st century, including open or semi-open living spaces. Homes needing repairs start at the $60,000 mark, while updated homes and larger dwellings nearby can sell for as much as $200,000. The average single-family home sells for about $165,000.
Riverside Gardens has a wide variety of housing options to choose from.
Homebuyers will find lots of cute homes available in Riverside Gardens.
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Take Cane Run Road to all things Louisville
The nearby KY-1934/Cane Run Road connects Riverside Gardens to the rest of Louisville. Residents can expect a 14-mile drive into downtown Louisville. The nearest medical center, University of Louisville Mary & Elizabeth Hospital, sits 6 miles east of Riverside Gardens. Flights into the Louisville area land at Louisville International Airport, 9 miles east of the neighborhood.
Educational experiences at Jefferson County Public Schools
Students in Riverside Gardens can attend schools within the Jefferson County Public Schools District. These include Wellington Elementary School, which holds a student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1 and earns a C-minus grade on Niche. Farnsley Middle School earns a C grade and offers a magnet program focused on math, science and technology education. Pleasure Ridge Park High School offers multiple dual-credit classes for college-bound students and earns a C-plus grade on Niche.
Wellington Elementary School provides education in the neighborhood of
St. Dennis.
Farnsley Middle School provides education in
St. Dennis.
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Access to major Louisville parks and neighborhood green spaces
Close to the neighborhood’s south end, Riverside Gardens Park offers a playground, a multipurpose field and courts for tennis, pickleball and basketball. Residents on the north side can find another place to play at Lake Dreamland Park, tucked in between Lake Dreamland Road and Overbrook Drive. Locals can also travel 8 miles north to Shawnee Park, one of the city’s largest recreational spaces, and Chickasaw Park, a gathering spot for picnics, parties and the West Louisville Tennis Club’s practice sessions.
Algonquin Park is a community favorite for basketball lovers.
Chickasaw Park is 61 acres of fun and relaxation.
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Local dining choices, big-box shopping
Many of Riverside Gardens’ quickly accessible dining and shopping options are close to Cane Run Road, to the neighborhood’s east. Local picks such as Kabuki Food Truck, Daddy Vic’s Soul Food and Indi’s Fast Food Restaurant are available alongside well-known chains like Waffle House, Rally’s and Subway. Southeast of the neighborhood on Cane Run Road, Lindsay’s Restaurant serves breakfast all day in a casual, rustic diner setting. Shopping options nearby include a Roses Department Store, Citi Trends and Family Dollar. Locals can find more shopping options near Dixie Highway in Louisville and Shively, 4 miles east, including Walmart and Aldi locations.
Daddy Vic's Soul Food has amazing food options for the residents of Riverside Gardens.
Louisville Smokers BBQ serves mouth watering smoked meats and is a very popular spot.
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Nights out in nearby neighborhoods
Northeast of Riverside Gardens, residents can kick back with a cocktail at Longshots Bar & Grill. In addition to the bar’s happy hour specials, locals can stop by for weekly karaoke nights, a live DJ and band, boxing match watch parties and soul food selections. More options for outings after work are available in Shively to the south and north of the neighborhood in Park Duvalle.
Kwetu African Cuisine is serving up Congolese dishes to Riverside Gardens.
Buds Tavern is a favorite gathering spot for the surrounding communities.
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Important information to know
Buyers considering homes in Riverside Gardens, alongside other west Louisville neighborhoods such as Shively and St. Denis, are advised that homes in the area are adjacent to a complex of 11 industrial plants for gasoline, rubber and chemical manufacturing. Residents have long expressed concerns about the air quality and pollution levels of the area, which was found to have unacceptably high levels of toxic air emissions in studies conducted by the City of Louisville in the early 2000s. A combination of local regulations and grassroots efforts from community organizations have led to an 80% reduction in toxic air contaminants in the area since 2005. Investigation into the industrial plants’ combined impact on the local environment and the health of area residents continues today.
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Parks in this Area
Shawnee Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Russell Lee Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Chickasaw Park
Basketball
Bike Trails
Golf
Shively Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Riverside Gardens Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Sylvania Park
Lake Dreamland Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Leeds Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Tennis
Transit
Airport
Louisville Muhammad Ali International
18 min drive
Riverside Gardens Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverside Gardens, Louisville sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverside Gardens, Louisville over the last 12 months is $1,438,000.
Almost 2 acres which previously held a single-family residence and out-building. Buyer responsible to verify utilities and conduct a survey. Property being offered ''As Is'' seller will not do any clearing. Flood insurance is required. Lojic shows lot is fall away.
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Don't miss your chance to own this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home tucked away on a quiet street with stunning river views!This charming, move-in-ready home offers a perfect blend of modern upgrades and cozy comfort. Recent improvements include a new roof, updated plumbing, brand-new furnace and AC, and a new septic system—making this property virtually maintenance-free. Step
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,999
Median Age
40
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$41,050
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,023
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.4%
College Graduates
7.6%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.6%
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®
33/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
23/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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