In 1988, the Louisville International Airport was set for an expansion. Due to the potential noise pollution, the government acquired residents' homes and paid for their relocation. Many residents decided to stay put, and today, the Edgewood neighborhood is a utilitarian residential area that attracts first-time homebuyers and investors. “The price point is the biggest driving point,” said Gary Polsgrove, an agent with United Real Estate Louisville who has worked in the area for 14 years. “For a first-time homeowner, that could be a draw.”
15 minutes from downtown Louisville
The location of the neighborhood is an advantage for residents who want to be close to downtown Louisville without paying the higher prices. Proximity to major thoroughfares and public transit make it easy for residents to get around. “There’s a bus coming through maybe every 30 minutes,” Polsgrove said. Interstate 65 forms the barrier between the neighborhood and the airport to the west, and can take residents into downtown Louisville in 15 minutes, and for frequent travelers, being less than 4 miles from the airport makes it convenient to catch a flight on one of the eight major airlines. North Audubon Hospital is less than 5 miles from the neighborhood.
Concerts, theme parks, zoos and caverns within 4 miles
Residents in Edgewood are close to all the events and attractions of downtown Louisville. The Highland Festival Grounds, where major music events like the Louder Than Life festival are held, and the Kentucky Kingdom theme park are both less than 3 miles from the neighborhood. The Louisville Zoo is just under 4 miles away and features a wide range of animal exhibits as well as rides and playgrounds for kids. The Louisville Mega Cavern, a colorful underground adventure park in an old limestone quarry, is also less than 4 miles away and includes zip lines, a tram tour, and an aerial ropes course. For golfers, the Audubon Country Club offers members access to pools, tennis courts, a golf course and more and is 3.5 miles from Edgewood.
Nightlife and shopping along Preston Highway
Preston Highway on the eastern edge of the neighborhood is lined with stores and restaurants, making it a convenient destination for residents. The Mexican restaurant La Tropicana is known for its limited menu of grilled meats and tacos with the choice of either salsa verde or salsa roja. The neighborhood bar Holly’s Pour House is known for its friendly service and burgers, wings and beers, and allows neighbors to get to know each other over a game of pool or darts. The tapas restaurant Habana Blues Restaurant & Lounge serves Cuban fare and doubles as a nightclub.
For groceries, residents can visit the Save A Lot discount store at the Indian Trail shopping center, or head 4 miles towards the Jefferson Mall to stock up at Kroger. There are also several international grocery stores for specialty items along Preston Highway. At Jefferson Mall, anchor stores like Old Navy offer a destination for some retail therapy, as well as chain restaurants like Longhorn Steakhouse.
Modest homes for modest prices
The homes in Edgewood, built in the mid-1950s, are nearly identical: modest single-level homes around 925 square feet, lined up in neat rows along streets with trim lawns and narrow sidewalks. Many of the streets are interspersed with dense trees that offer a sense of seclusion despite the nearby airport. Most of the houses sell for around $130,000, with some fixer-upper types going for less than $100,000.
A green escape at Iroquois Park
If residents crave a respite from the hubbub of the airport, they can travel 7 miles west to the 76-acre Iroquois Park for a hike up to the North Overlook, which offers views of the park landscape as well as the Louisville skyline. The park also includes basketball courts, an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, archery range, splash pad and other attractions. The 2,400-seat Iroquois Amphitheater hosts outdoor events and concerts during the warmer months.
Public and private school options
Students living in Edgewood attend Indian Trail Elementary, which has a C-minus rating from Niche, before moving on to Knight Middle School, which is also rated a C-minus. Iroquois High School has a C rating and offers its students the opportunity to participate in the Academies of Louisville, including the Create Academy for those who are interested in the fields of engineering, media arts and culinary arts. Louisville Male High School to the north of the neighborhood and is a college-preparatory traditional magnet high school. The school currently has an A score on Niche.com.
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Parks in this Area
Okolona Park
Football
Tennis
Playground
Camp Taylor Memorial Park
Iroquios Park
Curlew Park
Dog Park
Trails
Robin Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Oriole Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Henderson Park
Transit
Airport
Louisville Muhammad Ali International
10 min drive
Bus
Fern Valley & Paramount Park
Bus
Ups Edgewood Lot
Bus
Preston & Sundew
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Edgewood
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
8
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
8
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Edgewood, Louisville sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Edgewood, Louisville over the last 12 months is $182,730, up 13% 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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,333
Median Age
36
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,285
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$51,194
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
73.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.2%
% Population in Labor Force
72.5%
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®
35/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
24/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 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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