Orchard Grass Hills offers suburban living in Oldham County
Orchard Grass Hills is a small suburban enclave in Oldham County, located about 20 miles northeast of Louisville. Mature trees and grassy lawns frame the landscape, with gently sloping streets and homes nestled among the hillsides. Families are drawn to the area for its peaceful atmosphere, access to top-rated Oldham County schools, as well as proximity to major highways, making it a sought-after bedroom community in the Louisville metro area. “The number one reason that families gravitate towards this area is because of the school district,” says Ben Bass, Realtor at THRIVE Realty with over 5 years of experience. “This is a very friendly community. If you take a walk or drive through the neighborhood, expect at least one person to say hello. People are out walking and biking all the time, and again the schools have a very strong reputation. The area has a small-town feel; you definitely don’t feel like you are in the city, but you are not far out at all.” The place has a CAP Index Crime Score of 2 out of 10, below the national average of 4.
Single-family homes on comfortably-sized lots dot Orchard Grass Hills
Mature trees and grassy lawns frame the community, with houses set along winding streets that rise and fall with the landscape. Properties are designed to complement the area’s hilly terrain and often have raised foundations. The housing stock is a mix of split-levels, raised ranches and bi-level homes from the late 1900s. Single-family houses can fall between $200,000 and $470,000. Lot sizes vary and can go up to half an acre, but many have ample space for gardens and backyard decks.
Oldham County schools earn A grades from Niche
The community is part of Oldham County Public Schools. Students may start out at Kenwood Station Elementary School and then continue to South Oldham Middle School, which has a gifted/talented program for qualified students. South Oldham High School offers Advanced Placement and Dual Credit courses, as well as career pathway curriculum in graphic design, pre-law and consumer science. All three schools have an A grade from Niche. Boyce College is about 15 miles away, offering programs in Christian ministry and seminary tracks.
Public parks and local YMCA offer year-round recreation
The YMCA at Norton Commons offers an indoor pool, fitness studios and a variety of youth programs. Nearby, E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park features over 550 acres of green space, including hiking and biking trails, sports amenities, a large outdoor pool, a BMX track, and an archery range. Smaller community parks also offer some outdoor options, Briar Hill Park provides sports courts and nature trails, and The Maples Park in Crestwood offers play areas and a splash pad. Hikers can explore routes like the Anchorage Trail.
Shopping and dining options around I-265 corridor and in Louisville
Businesses and restaurants are concentrated around Interstate 265. Limón y Sal Mexican Kitchen is less than 5 miles away, offering casual fare and margaritas. World of Beer at Brownsboro Crossings serves classic pub food and locally crafted beer. Publix, Kroger, Costco and Walmart are all less than 5 miles away. Louisville, with shopping centers, malls and a diverse food scene, is about 15 miles west of the community. “People will come to Louisville for the food, and it’s considered a very foodie city,” Bass says.
Distance to Louisville and nearby hospital
U.S. Route 22 borders the area on the south side, and Interstate 21 is just north of the community. Downtown Louisville and Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport are about 20 miles west, and Norton Brownsboro Hospital is about 5 miles away.
Events and celebrations in Oldham County
The county has many events planned throughout the year. The Oldham County Day Parade & Festival is held annually in July, with races, marching bands, food vendors, family-fun activities and a raffle. La Grange Main Street also has an arts festival in the summer, featuring local entertainment, pop-up shops and a craft market.
