Limerick
Neighborhood in Louisville, Kentucky
Jefferson County 40203, 40208
A variety of older homes
Homes in Limerick don’t come up for sale too often, but typically range from about $250,000 to $400,000. A few properties have sold in excess of $500,000, while some smaller constructions have gone for between $150,000 and $200,000. Limerick’s architecture is defined by prominent century-old Victorian designs lining St. Catherine Street, while other styles, like shotgun, Italianate and Richardsonian, can also be found within the neighborhood. Overall, most of the homes went up in the early 20th century, with a number of multi-story brick homes lining the sidewalks as well.
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Schools aplenty close to Limerick
Within Jefferson County Public Schools, students can start their learning at Engelhard Elementary School, which features a small enrollment with a student-to-teacher ratio of just nine to one. Engelhard receives a C-minus from Niche, while Highland Middle follows within the school district and serves grades six through eight while receiving a C grade. High schools in the area include Atherton High School, rated at an A-minus while being ranked the 16th-best high school in the state by Niche, and Eastern High School, which also receives an A-minus. Clubs at Eastern High include gaming, graphics, ping pong and more. A historically Black university and staple of the area, Simmons College of Kentucky was founded in 1879.Nearby parks and entertainment
Ben Washer Park is the only established open space located within the boundaries of Limerick. The two-acre park offers its visitors a playground alongside picnic tables and a picnic shelter, perfect for being active or just relaxing and taking in a nice day, while the Limerick Community Garden encourages residents to grow plants in its soil. To the east, Memorial Park is less than an acre, with a picnic area, while Central Park features an amphitheater, sports courts and a “sprayground” on its nearly 17 acres of space. At the KFC Yum! Center, basketball fans can catch University of Louisville men’s basketball and women’s basketball or volleyball games in the arena, as well as occasional concerts; past stars who took to the center’s stage include Beyonce, Metallica and Elton John.
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Local eateries within Limerick
North Lime Coffee & Donuts is located near the southern, more jagged edge of Limericks’ border, with the local favorite offering an extensive menu. Close by, but across the eastern boundary, the Roof Top Grill prides itself on offering authentic Jamaican food to its customers, while Buck’s Restaurant & Bar provides a continental atmosphere with more than 50 bourbons to choose from. Fourth Street Live! is a short drive north from Limerick and one of the area’s preeminent destinations for entertainment, offering eateries ranging from pizza to a steakhouse to Guy Fieri’s Smokehouse alongside nightly live music and concerts that have included Three Dog Night and the Marshall Tucker Band.
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A baseball fan’s paradise
Baseball fans have no shortage of attractions to frequent just outside of Limerick. To the northeast is Louisville Slugger Field, the home of the Louisville Bats. Serving as Minor League Baseball’s triple-A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds, the Bats have played there for more than four decades, and notable alums of the team include Edwin Encarnacion, Joey Votto and a brief stint by MLB and NFL star Deion Sanders late in his career. To the northwest, the iconic baseball equipment manufacturer’s name can be found again, this time on the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory and the world’s largest baseball bat, standing outside the museum at 120 feet tall. On tours, fans can walk through the brand’s history in the sport and rotating exhibits, see a signature wall showcasing some of the best to ever swing a Louisville Slugger and take part in interactive features, including the “bat vault” and actual batting cages.
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All roads lead to and from Limerick
Kentucky Route 1020 also passes close to Limerick ahead of its conclusions in the city of Louisville. Starting close to Shepherdsville almost 20 miles south, it winds its way northward and splits just before it runs by Limerick. Northbound lanes continue on Second Street into Louisville, while southbound motorists descend Third Street before the two lanes join and continue south. The two roads split Freedom Park and merge just past the University of Louisville itself. Kentucky’s section of Interstate 65 is also just to the east, running the entire length of the state and as far as Illinois to the north and Alabama to the south.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Michael Mawood
Michael Mawood
RE/MAX Results
(502) 305-5281
155 Total Sales
9 in Limerick
$178K - $703K Price Range
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Kristin Lally
Kristin Lally
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Properties East
(502) 890-9087
122 Total Sales
1 in Limerick
$279,900 Price
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Susan Smith
Susan Smith
Responds QuicklyHomepage Realty
(502) 677-4170
106 Total Sales
1 in Limerick
$240,000 Price
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Lorene Hunter
Lorene Hunter
Responds QuicklyWeichert Realtors-ABG
(502) 917-6848
47 Total Sales
4 in Limerick
$150K - $375K Price Range
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Chris Eagan
Chris Eagan
Responds QuicklyEagan Realty Group
(502) 325-3393
113 Total Sales
5 in Limerick
$164K - $366K Price Range
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Bob Sokoler
Bob Sokoler
RE/MAX Properties East
(502) 586-3870
1,087 Total Sales
2 in Limerick
$190K - $197K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Magnolia Park
Parkhill Park
Central Park
Memorial Park
California Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Ben Washer Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Limerick | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Limerick Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Limerick, Louisville sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in Limerick, Louisville over the last 12 months is $253,500, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$264,950
Median Sale Price
$253,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$350,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$702,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$182,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$154
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
300
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
9.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,162
Above the national average
1,938
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,482
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,111
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
778
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,022
Median Age
37
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,559
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,524
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.9%
College Graduates
31.9%
Advanced Degrees
18.1%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
51.7%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
14''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
84
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
80
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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