Popular community-oriented Louisville neighborhood
As its name suggests, the city of Rolling Fields used to be lush farmland. Today, it's a sprawling Louisville suburb with an active, family-centric community. “Rolling Fields is definitely a community-oriented neighborhood,” says Realtor and long-time Louisville resident Nanette Tafel. “Families seek out this location because it’s so convenient and centrally placed.” From its roots as farmland, the neighborhood has grown into a residential hub just 15 minutes from the bustle of Downtown Louisville.
Rolling Fields used to be farmland but today, it's a sprawling Louisville suburb.
Rolling Fields is an old neighborhood with convenience to downtown Louisville.
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Established homes made new again
The winding streets here are home to Colonial Revival and ranch styles, with well-maintained yards providing a pleasant landscape. Trees line the narrow roadways and evoke the feel of modern suburbia with one foot rooted in the past. “Most houses were built in the 40s and 50s,” Tafel says, emphasizing that the age of homes doesn’t bother those looking to move to the sought-after neighborhood. “People spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on renovations and additions in order to stay in the popular location.” Due to high demand, the coveted city has a high price per square foot, Tafel adds. The median price for real estate here hovers at $738,000, with homes ranging from $480,000 to $1.4 million. Condos are also available, listing between $130,000 and $314,000.
Many homes in Rolling Fields have gone extensive remodeling like adding attached garages.
This Ranch style home in Rolling Fields has a front porch for leisure.
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Highly rated schools in Jefferson County
Rolling Fields students attend top-rated Jefferson County Public Schools, the sixth-best school system in the Louisville region, according to Niche. Children can begin their education at Greathouse Shryock Traditional Elementary School before moving on to Barret Traditional Middle School, both of which have an A-minus overall rating from Niche. Ballard High School has the largest visual arts program in Kentucky. The high school receives an A and ranks tenth on Niche's list of Kentucky's best public high schools.
Greathouse Shryock Traditional Elementary School is a highly rated, public, magnet school.
Barrett Middle School in Crescent Hill has been awarded a National Blue ribbon school.
Ballard High School is located in eastern Jefferson County near Brownsboro Zorn.
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Athletic facilities and outdoors at Thurman Hutchins
Recreational opportunities abound for Rolling Fields residents. Nature lovers and active folks enjoy Thurman Hutchins Park, which offers fishing, soccer fields and baseball fields and a 1.5-mile loop trail ideal for walking or jogging. Carrie Gaulbert Cox Park flaunts top-rate views of the Ohio River in addition to its lush open spaces, and avid golfers take to the greens at Louisville Country Club and Crescent Hill Golf Course. Locally, Rolling Fields residents stretch their legs and gather for play dates and events at The Park on Country Lane, a newly established community park.
Boaters enjoy the Ohio river while launching at Carrie Gaulbert Cox Park near Rolling Fields.
Rolling Fields is close to the Crescent Hill Public Golf course.
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Local flavors and shopping within minutes of home
The city’s convenience allows residents to get to a variety of stores, supermarkets and restaurants within minutes. For some local flavor, Mesh offers a casual but refined dining experience. The trendy American eatery is located on Brownsboro Road, just across from the neighborhood. For more variety, the many hip restaurants and bars of Louisville are just a few minutes away, and additional shopping and dining are available in neighboring St. Matthews.
Mesh menu includes locally sourced meats and vegetables from local partners near Rolling Fields.
Haymarket near Rolling Fields offer farm to table produce from nearby Ashbourne Farms.
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Family events at The Park
Rolling Fields’ family-friendly vibes are reflected in the variety of community events. Folks of all ages gather at The Park for food and fun at Friday in the Fields, which takes place every other Friday through the summer and features different local food trucks. The neighborhood also hosts annual celebrations, including an Independence Day parade and a Halloween Pizza Party.
Convenience off Brownsboro Road
Since Rolling Fields is located directly off Brownsboro Road, residents have easy access to nearby communities for shopping, dining and entertainment. Proximity to major thoroughfares like Interstate 71 and Interstate 264 provide additional connectivity. The neighborhood is only 6 miles away from Downtown Louisville and less than 11 miles from the Louisville International Airport.
Downtown Louisville is only 15 minutes away from the Rolling Fields neighborhood.
The Muhammad Ali International Airport is only a few miles away from Rolling Fields.
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On average, homes in Rolling Fields, KY sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Rolling Fields, KY over the last 12 months is $852,333, up 110% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$856,000
Median Single Family Price
$860,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$315,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$231
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$859,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
173%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
278
Median Year Built
1953
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,582
Significantly above the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,463
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
589
Median Age
51
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
30.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$166,836
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$181,704
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.8%
College Graduates
80.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
38.5%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
46/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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