Riverwood is a secluded yet convenient Louisville destination
Riverwood is a small home-rule city in northeast Louisville, nestled amid the rolling hills and mature trees near the Ohio River. The community attracts homebuyers with a combination of tranquility and convenience. Riverwood offers peaceful residential living with easy access to downtown and proximity to highly rated schools, shopping and dining along Brownsboro Road and waterfront parks.
Riverwood is a small, established home-rule city.
The lots in Riverwood are spread out for residents to enjoy privacy.
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Ranch-style homes and Colonial Revivals in an attractive setting
The community has established homes on spacious lots in a setting characterized by rolling hills and mature trees. It was developed in the 1960s, so ranch-style homes and brick-built Colonial Revivals are prevalent. Prices typically range from the low 700,000s to a little over 1 million.
“Sought-after and family-friendly neighborhood,” says Joanne Owen of Kentucky Select Properties, a veteran of the Louisville market who adds that this “perfectly beautiful area” blends convenient access to downtown with “a nice sense of peace and quiet at home.”
Ranch-style homes are common in Riverwood.
Brick-built Colonial Revivals are common in Riverwood.
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Strong public schools and a standout private option
Riverwood is part of Jefferson County Public Schools, and multiple highly rated district schools are in the area. The closest is Dunn Elementary School, which is rated B-plus by Niche. Ballard High School, which earns an A, is known for its extensive visual arts program and offers career-based academies through partnerships with local businesses. Niche rates Ballard an A.
Private options include the A-rated Walden School, an independent K-12 institution that offers the AP Capstone Diploma program.
Dunn Elementary School is close by.
Kammerer Middle is a nearby Jefferson County public school.
Nearby Ballard High School is highly rated by Niche.
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Downtown is within 15 minutes
To get downtown, residents can hop on nearby River Road and take that to Interstate 71 for the 7-mile drive into the heart of the city. The commute takes less than 15 minutes. Interstate 264 is also nearby and provides access to Muhammad Ali International Airport. The 13-mile commute takes about 20 minutes.
Transit Authority of River City buses serve the area and provide alternative transportation to local points of interest.
The Muhammad Ali International Airport is about 20 minutes Riverwood via I-264.
Nearby interstates provide convenient travel throughout Louisville.
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River House Restaurant and Raw Bar is a popular destination for dining along the nearby Ohio River.
A variety of shopping and dining options along Brownsboro Road
Between the waterfront and Brownsboro Road, the community is conveniently located to a diverse mix of dining options. Popular stops include:
River House Restaurant & Raw Bar, a high-end destination for seafood, Southern-inspired favorites and scenic views
Mesh, a contemporary American restaurant with chef-driven seasonal dishes and craft cocktails in a polished setting
Noosh Nosh, a casual neighborhood eatery and popular gathering place for breakfast, brunch and brick-oven pizzas
Grassa Gramma, an elegant Italian restaurant that makes its own pastas and provides a memorable dining experience
Grassa Gramma is one of several restaurants at the nearby Holiday Manor Shopping Center, which is anchored by a Kroger. The Fresh Market and Paul’s Fruit Market, an independent gourmet grocer, are additional options accessible from Brownsboro Road.
Parks along the riverfront and a historic estate close by
Riverwood Park is a community green space with a playground. For more extensive recreation, residents are just minutes away from the riverfront, which is home to two large parks. Carrie Gaulbert Cox Park, which spans about 50 acres, has two public ramps for kayaks, canoes and paddleboards. Additional amenities include picnic areas with grills and a playground. Thurman-Hutchins Park is slightly larger. Visitors can fish at a pond and enjoy scenic walks along a paved loop trail. Natural areas are separated from the park's athletic fields and a playground.
Locust Grove is a nearby historic attraction that was once the home of George Rogers Clark, who was instrumental in Louisville's founding. In addition to a restored mansion and interpretive exhibits, the 55-acre estate has walking trails and green space.
Thurman-Hutchins Park has a fishing pond.
Riverwood residents can enjoy a walk at Thurman-Hutchins Park.
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