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Middletown

Middletown

$389,972 Average Value
$153 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale

Middletown is a sought-after community in eastern Louisville

Middletown is a historic community in eastern Louisville that appeals to those seeking a blend of small-town charm and suburban convenience. Buyers are attracted to a mix of established and contemporary homes in a busy market, and a variety of shopping and dining options, from local favorites on Main Street to name brands along the Shelbyville Road corridor. In addition, community schools, parks and annual events make Middletown a popular destination for families.

Middletown is a historic community in eastern Louisville.
Middletown is a historic community in eastern Louisville.
Large contemporary homes are part of the city's single-family housing options.
Large contemporary homes are part of the city's single-family housing options.
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A mix of established and contemporary housing options

Cape Cods, Colonial Revivals and midcentury ranch-style homes are common among the community’s established housing, and there are plenty of contemporary homes built in the 2000s. Residential settings mix wider streets with sidewalks and narrower streets in more wooded areas. Driveways and garages, both attached and detached, are standard. Home prices typically range from the mid-$200,000s to the high $600,000s, with a median price in the low $500,000s. Middletown also has a variety of condos, typically ranging from the low $100,000s to the low $400,000s.

On average, properties sell in about 25 days, less than half the national average. Becky Lusch, a longtime local Realtor with Keller Williams, says it’s not uncommon for homes to sell within the first day on the market, highlighting the area’s desirability. “Eastern Louisville offers everything one could want: shops, restaurants, a family-friendly community, and easy commutes downtown,” she says.

This is one of the many historic homes on Main street in Middletown.
This is one of the many historic homes on Main street in Middletown.
This property dates to the early 19th century.
This property dates to the early 19th century.
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A home-rule city with a strong community spirit

Middletown is a home-rule city under Louisville law, which means it operates as an independent entity with a mayor and city commission. It also has a chamber of commerce, which is involved in annual events such as a golf scramble and the Trick-or-Treat and Pancake Breakfast. The Middletown Family Fun Festival is the community’s signature event. Held at Wetherby Park and along Main Street, it attracts more than 100 artisans and vendors, and the celebration includes live music, children’s activities and a parade.

Local favorites and big-box retailers in town

Main Street is the charming heart of Middletown. Local stores range from Chick A D's gift store to the Hitching Post Tack Shop, and dining destinations include:

  • Blu Bakery, a boutique bakery known for custom-made wedding cakes
  • The Cottage Cafe, a local lunch staple that features homemade desserts
  • Mark's Feed Store, a barbecue spot for smoked meats and signature sauces
  • LouVino, an upscale restaurant and wine bar in neighboring Douglass Hills
More restaurants are concentrated along Shelbyville Road, along with the Kroger-anchored Eastgate Shopping Center and the adjacent Middletown Peddler’s Mall. Target and Walmart are just off the corridor.

LouVino Douglass Hills Restaurant & Wine Bar is a Main Street staple.
LouVino Douglass Hills Restaurant & Wine Bar is a Main Street staple.
The Cottage Cafe has been serving Middletown since the early 1990s.
The Cottage Cafe has been serving Middletown since the early 1990s.
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Jefferson County public schools in and around Middletown

Middletown is served by Jefferson County Public Schools, and students do not have to go far to attend school. Middletown Elementary School and Eastern High School are in Middletown, while Crosby Middle School is in neighboring Douglass Hills. Crosby Middle is an Explore Pathway school with specialized courses in engineering and design, business and communications, and healthcare sciences. Eastern High, rated A-minus by Niche, features a career-focused academy system with programs in business, computer science/IT, and service & design.

Highlands Latin School, also rated A-minus, is a nearby private option for students in preschool through 12th grade.

Crosby Middle is a Jefferson County public school.
Crosby Middle is a Jefferson County public school.
Eastern High is a highly rated school in Middletown.
Eastern High is a highly rated school in Middletown.
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Recreation at local green spaces and a nearby state park

Middletown has a pair of community green spaces for outdoor recreation. In the heart of the community, Wetherby Park has a walking path, a playground with artificial turf and picnic areas. For athletic activities, the nearly 20-acre Crosby Park features multiple ballfields and tennis courts. Nearby, E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park spans over 550 acres and includes the largest public outdoor swimming pool in the area, a splash park, a dog park and trails along Goose Creek with exercise stations.

Take a relaxing stroll at Wetherby Park.
Take a relaxing stroll at Wetherby Park.
Lawrence Wetherby, former governor of Kentucky, has a statue at his namesake park.
Lawrence Wetherby, former governor of Kentucky, has a statue at his namesake park.
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Interstate access to downtown Louisville and the airport

Middletown is centrally located between two of Louisville’s major destinations. Downtown, the city’s premier employment center and cultural hub, and Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, a regional travel center and transportation and logistics hub, are both about 15 miles and 20 minutes away. Interstate 64 runs along Middletown’s southern edge and provides a direct route into the heart of Kentucky’s largest city, while I-64 and Interstate 264 connect residents to the airport.

Interstate access is a perk of living in Middletown.
Interstate access is a perk of living in Middletown.
TARC buses serve the area.
TARC buses serve the area.
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Schools

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
43
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
2019
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,942
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Middletown Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
10,232
Median Age
42
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$76,562
On par with the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$97,814

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.6%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
52.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
28''

Area Factors

Somewhat bikeable

Bikeability®

30 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

50 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
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