Mobile Homes for Sale in Shively, Shively

Shively, a home-rule city surrounded by Louisville, has evolved from its origins as a hub for Kentucky bourbon distilleries in the 1930s to a diverse residential community. The neighborhood features a mix of ranchers, Cape Cod, and Craftsman-style homes, primarily built between the 1940s and 1960s, many of which have undergone interior renovations. Shively is well-connected via US-60/Dixie Highway, Interstate 264, and Cane Run Road, with downtown Louisville just 6 miles away. The University of Louisville Health Mary & Elizabeth Hospital is 2 miles from the neighborhood, and Louisville International Airport is 5 miles east. Shopping and dining options are concentrated along Dixie Highway, including fast food chains like McDonald’s and local eateries such as Wing Station and Big Hopp’s Southern Eatery. Shively Park and Leeds Park offer recreational spaces with amenities like tennis courts and playgrounds, while Watterson Lake Park is ideal for fishing. The neighborhood is part of the Jefferson County Public Schools district, though local schools have mixed ratings. Shively's historical connection to the bourbon industry remains, with attractions like the Stitzel-Weller Distillery. However, residents have raised concerns about air quality due to nearby industrial plants, despite significant reductions in toxic emissions since 2005.