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Vibrant community in the Highlands
With a charming collection of shotgun homes, little free libraries and towering maple trees in the Highlands, Belknap was ranked the third-best neighborhood to live in Louisville by Niche. “It’s very densely populated and is part of that cultural hub,” says Neal Cox, a Principal Broker of the Judah Real Estate Group who has been selling homes in the area for over seven years. The community is the largest neighborhood in the Highlands and is centrally located just west of Bardstown Road, a retail hub boasting a collection of eclectic shops and restaurants. With access to a plethora of local amenities, residents are also about 5 miles from Downtown Louisville and enjoy proximity to I-264.
A vibrant mural reflects the character of the Belknap neighborhood.
Shotgun style homes are prevalent in the Belknap neighborhood.
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Thriving retail hub along Bardstown Road
Bardstown Road is often referred to as Louisville’s original Restaurant Row, with a charming collection of bars, cafés and restaurants sitting side-by-side. “There’s so much going on here all the time, and there’s a lot of nightlife in the area,” says Goudy. Local favorites include craft breweries such as Ten20, ice cream parlors such as Ehrler’s Ice Cream and sit-down restaurants such as Havana Rumba, known for its Cuban tapas. The thoroughfare is also celebrated for its diverse collection of shops, with music shops such as Electric Ladyland and The Great Escape. Bardstown Road connects to Dundee Road, where longstanding spots such as Loop Barber Shop, an old-school barber operating since 1926, continue to thrive. For groceries, there is a Kroger centrally located on Bardstown Road about a mile from residents.
High Five Donuts is a great place to start your day in the Belknap neighborhood.
The Great Escape offers pop culture mavens a home in the Belknap neighborhood.
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A wide variety of shotgun homes
Belknap is densely populated with single-family homes. Street parking is common in the area as shotgun homes stand side-by-side on narrow lots, with an average sales price of around $440,000. Homebuyers can find two-bedroom Craftsman homes with columned front porches starting at around $325,000. Tudors, Cape Cods and colonial revivals built between the 1920s and 1940s are also common, and homebuyers can find four-bedroom stone Tudors with attached garages for about $415,000 to $525,000.
Shotgun style homes are prevalent in the Belknap neighborhood.
This classic shotgun has been given a colorful makeover in the Belknap neighborhood.
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Community green spaces and acclaimed swim club
Centrally located in the middle of Belknap, Hal Warheim Park is a popular gathering spot for locals. The park’s entrance is nestled between two homes, where a winding concrete path leads to a secret oasis complete with a pavilion, little library, meditation garden and a playground for kids to explore. Down the street, past Olympians have trained at the Lakeside Swim Club, a private club whose filtered limestone quarry is enclosed by towering, ivy-covered cliffs. Residents are also about 2 miles from the Louisville Zoo and the Beargrass Creek State Nature Preserve, a 40-acre forest with over two miles of hiking trails.
Pop by Hal Warheim Park to enjoy sculptures at the meditation garden.
Lakeside Swim Club is one of the anchors of the Belknap neighborhood, producing past Olympians.
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Community festivities at the Douglass Loop
Each year, the Belknap Neighborhood Association hosts the Belknap Fall Festival at the neighborhood’s historic Douglass Loop. The event typically attracts about 15,000 people with live music, local food trucks and more. The Douglass Loop also hosts a seasonal farmers market featuring fresh produce from local vendors.
Specialized programs in Jefferson County
Children in the area attend the Jefferson County Public School District, which earned a B from Niche and has an average student-teacher ratio of 18 to 1. Younger kids in grades K-5 attend the nearby Hawthorne Elementary School, which earned a B-minus from Niche, before moving on to Highland Middle School, which earned a grade of C and boasts an award-winning fine arts magnet program. Teens attend Atherton High School, which earned an A-minus from Niche and is the only high school in the county to offer the International Baccalaureate Program. The neighborhood is also home to Bellarmine University, a private liberal arts school.
The Highland Middle School features a Fine-Arts Magnet Program near Belknap.
Atherton High School near Belknap.
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Traveling to Downtown Louisville and beyond
Belknap is conveniently located about 5 miles from Downtown Louisville and about 3 miles north of I-264, which connects residents to the rest of the city. The neighborhood also contains several bus stops served by the Transit Authority of River City. For longer trips, locals are about 5 miles from the Louisville International Airport.
Belknap is conveniently located near the I-264 interchange.
It's a short bus ride from the Belknap neighborhood to downtown and points beyond.
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Nearby hospital and healthcare
Belknap is less than 2 miles from the nearby UofL Health – Peace Hospital, a private nonprofit behavioral health hospital. The hospital is known for its Kosair for Kids Children’s Peace Center, which is the largest private provider of youth inpatient services in the country.
University of Louisville Behavioral Hospital is located very near the Belknap neighborhood.
The acclaimed University of Louisville - Peace Hospital is located near Belknap.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Belknap Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Belknap, Strathmoor Manor sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Belknap, Strathmoor Manor over the last 12 months is $468,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This incredible home is sure to impress. Large formal living room with fireplace and hardwood floors that leads seamlessly into the spectacular kitchen and open dining area. There are 3 bedrooms/2 full baths. This Highlands home is privately situated on Carlton Terrace. Beautiful views and desirable location close to Bellarmine University, Lakeside Swim Club and Joe Creason Park. Attached garage
Located in the sought-after Highlands neighborhood, this spacious home features 3 large bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, high 10ft ceilings, and extensive, detailed moulding. Offering a balance of refined finishes and classic charm, this home has been meticulously updated. Nearly 2600 sq ft of living space that includes a beautifully updated kitchen with custom cabinets, natural stone waterfall
Welcome to The Belknap in Louisville, KY, where luxury meets convenience. Our apartments feature open concept, granite countertops, high ceilings, and oversize windows that flood the space with natural light. Enjoy the convenience of washer and dryer in each unit, as well as private off-street parking. Bicycle rack area. The newly renovated kitchens boast top-of-the-line cabinetry and appliances,
Dundee Place is the latest apartment complex to be constructed in the Highlands of Louisville, KY. Rich finishes, open layouts, large closets and prime location make Dundee an ideal residence for those seeking luxury living.Located walking distance from the vibrant Bardstown Road with boutique shops, night life, and fine and casual dining. Additionally, the Highlands is home to Cherokee
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