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Poplar Level: Traveled since the 1700s
It’s only 5 miles from downtown Louisville, but the Poplar Level neighborhood contains two of the easiest ways Louisville locals can come face to face with the natural world. One is the Louisville Zoo, home to more than 1,200 animals including polar bears and pygmy hippos. The other is the Louisville Nature Center, which oversees a sprawling, forested nature preserve. Poplar Level’s connection to the natural world is fitting since the neighborhood’s name comes from Poplar Level Road, built in the 1780s and covered with poplar wood boards. Today, Poplar Level Road extends through the west side of the neighborhood, providing quick access to restaurants and stores.
Homes in Poplar Level come in a variety of stles.
Downtown Louisville is easy to access from Poplar Level.
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Urban forest at Beargrass Creek State Nature Preserve
Hiking, running and sports intersect at the large green space near the middle of Poplar Level. On one end, bird watchers and joggers visit the tree-dotted grassland of Joe Creason Park. On the other end, the Louisville Tennis Center oversees nine clay courts, where players have included locals and tennis legends such as Billie Jean King. To the north, Beargrass Creek State Nature Preserve covers 41 acres of forest. The preserve welcomes individuals, families and entire classrooms to its 2 miles of trails, where more than 300 species of plants and wildlife can be seen. To the northwest of the neighborhood, members of the century-old Audubon Country Club enjoy poolside beverages and rounds of golf on the private 18-hole course. There are a pair of other recreation options: the Louisville Zoo and Louisville Mega Cavern, a zipline course through the caverns of a former limestone quarry.
The Beargrass Creek Nature Preserve is a woodland environment within Poplar Level.
There are trails to explore at the Louisville Nature Center in Poplar Level.
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Scandinavian sliders on the menu at Øskar’s
One of Louisville’s few Scandinavian restaurants resides in Poplar Level: Øskar’s Slider Bar. The restaurant allows locals to sample flavors of Northern Europe, such as braised pork combined with banana, in a bite-sized fashion. Poplar Level Road is bordered by a handful of other eateries, as well as stores such as CVS and Kroger. Two hospitals border the neighborhood: Norton Audubon Hospital, which provides emergency care and other medical services, and UofL Health Peach Hospital offers behavioral care. Multiple churches and a pair of synagogues are within 3 miles of the neighborhood, as well as a mosque and a Buddhist center.
Oskars in Poplar Level is famous for its sliders.
City BBQ in Poplar Level offers up big servings of pulled pork and brisket.
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Dance alongside orangutans at Louisville Zoo
Louisville Nature Center and the zoo keep things fresh with frequent events. The nature center hosts multiple events each month, including candlelit hikes and searches for wildlife in Beargrass Creek State Nature Preserve. The Zoo Louisville puts on weekly educational events as well, but perhaps its best-known festivities are the annual Boo at the Zoo and Brew at the Zoo. The latter invites visitors to sample beer, wine and food, as well as dancing at a silent disco surrounded by orangutans and tigers. Every Saturday morning, folks head to the Joe Creason Park for Joe Creason parkrun, a weekly 5K.
The Louisville Zoo draws visitors from Poplar Level and beyond to view exotic animals.
The Louisville Zoo's elephants will soon move from Poplar Level to a sanctuary in Tennessee.
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Brick 20th-century homes in Poplar Level
Houses are clustered in pockets that extend off Poplar Level Road, the neighborhood’s main thoroughfare. Poplar Level’s 700 homes were primarily built in the mid-20th century, with houses commonly showing off Tudor, ranch and minimal traditional styles. Brick construction is commonplace, equipping many homes with a durable, long-lasting exterior. Houses sit close together on simple lots that have a median size of a fifth of an acre. A condo complex is located on the north end of the neighborhood. Some houses in the southwest corner of the neighborhood are near Interstate 264, where cars create a considerable amount of noise. Prices for move-in-ready homes begin around $85,000 for a one-bedroom condo, climbing to the low $400,000s for a four-bedroom house on a third of an acre.
Most homes in Poplar Level have tidy front yards.
Ranch style homes are common in Poplar Level.
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Jefferson County Public Schools campuses nearby
When elementary-age students haven’t yet started kindergarten or are new to the area, parents must apply to Jefferson County Public Schools to find out their child’s assigned elementary school. Parents specify which schools they prefer their children attend. The elementary school nearest to the neighborhood is Camp Taylor Elementary School, graded a C by Niche. Older kids can attend C-rated Highland Middle School and Atherton High School, graded an A-minus. Atherton High will undergo $54 million in renovations, starting spring 2024.
Atherton High School scored an overall A minus on niche.com.
Camp Taylor elementary scored an A on niche.com for diversity in Hayfield Dundee.
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Quick access to Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport
Cars are common, but public buses operated by TARC stop in the neighborhood along Poplar Level Road. They transport passengers to downtown Louisville within 25 minutes. Poplar Level Road puts motorists on the path to downtown, 5 miles northward. Interstate 65 and Interstate 264 connect to the Louisville region. That includes Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, about 3 miles from Poplar Level.
Major interstates and expressways are easily accessible from Poplar Level.
Poplar Level is connected to points across Louisville via city TARC buses.
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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
15 min drive
Bus
Trevillian Way & Poplar Level
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Poplar Level & Grenada
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Poplar Level & Nightingale
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Poplar Level & Russell
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Poplar Level & Taylor
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Poplar Level & Quarry Hill
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Poplar Level & Fincastle
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Poplar Level
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Poplar Level, Louisville sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Poplar Level, Louisville over the last 12 months is $258,381, up 9% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to the highly sought-after Wood Creek Condominiums, ideally located near the Louisville Zoo, the historic Highlands, Joe Creason Park, and just minutes from interstates, shopping, dining, nightlife, and family-friendly attractions. This charming second-floor unit offers two spacious bedrooms and the convenience of an in-unit washer and dryer—a rare and highly desired feature. Enjoy your
Location Location Location..this 2 Bedroom and 1 Full Bathroom is next to the Louisville Zoo, Park and close to Bellarmine University...it has a nice back yard ..this is your basic home with a small,kitchen with stove and Refrigerator..the roof back flat portion has been replaced but the front portion is 15 years old approximately..this small cottage home is perfect for rental also..the owner
Welcome to this cozy and well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home hidden away in a quiet neighborhood, ideally located just minutes away from shopping, highways, the zoo, and a variety of entertainment options. Whether you're looking for convenience or a comfortable place to call home, this property has it all.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,492
Median Age
47
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$97,602
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$103,191
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.6%
College Graduates
32.4%
Advanced Degrees
17%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.4%
On par with 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
Bikeable
Bike Score®
52/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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