$224,006Average Value$166Average Price per Sq Ft4Homes For Sale
Camp Taylor residents enjoy mid-sized classic homes and abundant amenities
Camp Taylor has a storied history. Located six miles southeast of Louisville, it was a World War I military camp where famed American author F. Scott Fitzgerald was stationed and was the largest military camp at the time. Today, Camp Taylor is home to about 6,800 residents and is surrounded by some of the best amenities in Louisville, including The Louisville Zoo, Camp Taylor Memorial Park and several contemporary new restaurants.
"Camp Taylor is having a resurgence due to its competitively priced homes and proximity to the 'hip' areas of Louisville," says Deborah Cox, Realtor with RE/MAX 100 and a Louisville real estate agent for 27 years. The median sales price for homes in the first quarter of 2024 is about $200,000. Buyers in Camp Taylor will find bungalows, Cape Cod-style homes and cottages. The overall vibe in Camp Taylor is fairly quiet, suburban and low-key. Sidewalk-lined streets are just west of Poplar Level Road and are anchored at both the west and east ends by parks, schools, churches and restaurants.
Cottages, bungalows and ranch-style homes welcome buyers to Camp Taylor
Homebuyers will find well-renovated cottages from the 1940s that have recently sold for $200,000 to $275,000, while brick ranch-style homes have sold for about $175,000 to $310,000. Bungalows from the 1940s with covered front porches have recently sold from $250,000 to $280,000.
Cottage-style homes are popular throughout the Camp Taylor neighborhood.
Neighbors in the Camp Taylor neighborhood take pride in their yards.
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The Kentucky Derby, The Louisville Ballet and endless concert venues welcome residents
Louisville offers more than 30 entertainment venues, so Camp Taylor residents have plenty of country, bluegrass, theater, comedy and ballet performances to enjoy. The Kentucky Derby is the most-watched and most-attended horse race in the country and offers a collection of events the week leading up to the Saturday run each May. The Louisville Ballet is one of the country's most highly regarded ballet companies and has been thriving since its founding in 1952.
Families enjoy parks, The Louisville Zoo and the largest caverns in the U.S.
Camp Taylor Memorial Park is family-friendly and provides space for a picnic or cookout. Its 11 acres welcome residents with a pool, softball field, basketball courts and a playground. The Louisville Zoo features wildlife from all over the globe and a splash park that cools down kids in the summer. Louisville Mega Cavern is located directly under the Zoo. It is one of the largest caverns in the U. S. It offers six unique underground zip lines that cover 17 miles of passageways beneath the City of Louisville. Audubon Country Club has been a fixture on the Louisville social scene since 1908, but its well-tended amenities feel very 21st century. With an 18-hole golf course, pickleball and tennis courts, an Olympic-sized pool, and fine dining options, it's easy to cultivate friendships and fitness goals.
The Louisville Mega Caverns have an amazing Rope Adventure Tour.
The Louisville Zoo has animals of all shapes and sizes.
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Restaurants in Camp Taylor offer variety and healthy options
Poplar Level Road is home to several trendy restaurants, including Louie’s Hot Chicken & Barbecue, which claims to have the perfect Nashville hot chicken recipe. Oskar’s Slider Bar offers an eclectic assortment of sliders, from fried chicken to smoked pork belly. Shiraz Mediterranean Grill is known for its fresh and vegetarian options, from tabbouleh and mushroom kabobs to flatbread pizza.
Shiraz Mediterranean Grill is an amazing place to meet friends for lunch.
Oskar's Slider Bar is a great place for nighttime drinks and food with friends.
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Schools offer career pathways and diversity
Students in the Camp Taylor can attend Camp Taylor Elementary, with a C grade from Niche, and Thomas Jefferson Middle, with a C-minus grade. Thomas Jefferson Middle includes three pathways: public service, engineering and design, and business and communications. Seneca High earns a C-plus grade and is ranked the 5th most diverse high school in Louisville.
In the heart of the Camp Taylor neighborhood is Camp Taylor Elementary School.
Camp Taylor residents enjoy convenient access to Seneca High Schools excellent programs.
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Camp Taylor is minutes from Louisville International Airport
Interstate 264 surrounds Camp Taylor and provides direct access to points around Louisville and into Indiana. Louisville International Airport is just three miles from Camp Taylor and offers direct flights to Atlanta, Chicago, Charlotte and New York.
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Parks in this Area
George Rogers Clark Park
Baseball/Softball
Tennis
Trails
Joe Creason Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Tennis
Camp Taylor Memorial Park
Crossbill Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Curlew Park
Dog Park
Trails
Beargrass Creek State Nature Preserve
Bike Trails
Fishing
Trails
Transit
Airport
Louisville Muhammad Ali International
13 min drive
Bus
Poplar Level & Taylor
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Camp Taylor
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Camp Taylor, Louisville sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Camp Taylor, Louisville over the last 12 months is $236,702, up 8% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,517
Median Age
42
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$61,029
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,892
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.8%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
30.4%
Advanced Degrees
10.8%
% Population in Labor Force
71.5%
Above 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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
24/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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