Why Live in Hawthorne
Hawthorne in Louisville offers a blend of quiet residential living with convenient access to major thoroughfares. Established in 1909, the neighborhood features streets named after early 20th-century writers and poets. Home styles in Hawthorne include Cape Cod, ranch, cottage, and contemporary designs, with many properties showcasing well-maintained yards and blooming trees. Large driveways and both attached and detached garages are common. Local students attend Jefferson County Public Schools, with Atherton High School being highly rated and offering various athletic programs. While Hawthorne lacks its own parks, nearby Seneca Park and Cherokee Park provide ample recreational opportunities, including baseball, tennis, golf, and archery. Dining options around Hawthorne are diverse, featuring Ethiopian cuisine at Queen of Sheba, Japanese dishes at Oishii Sushi, and French fare at Le Relais. The neighborhood also hosts Sullivan University, which includes a Tesla Supercharger station. Bowman Field, located to the north, brings regular air traffic over the area, and major roads like Route 150 and Route 155 provide easy access to downtown Louisville, just 15 minutes away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hawthorne a good place to live?
Hawthorne is a good place to live. Hawthorne is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Hawthorne is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Hawthorne has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.2 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $90,058 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 53.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Hawthorne are home owners, with 23.8% of residents renting and 76.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Hawthorne can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Hawthorne neighborhood guide.
Is Hawthorne, KY a safe neighborhood?
Hawthorne, KY is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Hawthorne?
The median home price in Hawthorne is $350,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $70,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,810 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $78K a year to afford the median home price in Hawthorne. The average household income in Hawthorne is $90K.
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Home Trends in Hawthorne, KY
On average, homes in Hawthorne, Louisville sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Hawthorne, Louisville over the last 12 months is $339,990, up 183% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$339,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$372,490
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$476,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$275,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$305
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Last 12 months Home Sales
61
Median List Price
$350,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
183%