Louisville Kentucky Real Estate and Homes For Sale

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Why Live in Louisville Kentucky?

Oldham and Jefferson Counties are two of the fastest growing counties in Kentucky. This site is dedicated solely to Louisville Kentucky Real Estate and area information (Search Louisville Real Estate Now). One of the major cities in the state, Louisville is excelling in important economic development, initiatives and job growth. All of this should boost Louisville real estate values which have been average or less expensive than the national average price for real estate. The region is a leader in the state when it comes to education and per-capita income. If you're moving to Kentucky from another state, you will want to buy Louisville real estate in the Louisville area. With few natural disasters, real estate in Louisville is a very stable environment. Louisville real estate and the surrounding Upstate KY real estate areas offer luxury gated subdivisions along the addresses of Shelbyville Road, Gene Snyder Freeway, Watterson Expressway, Westport Road, Brownsboro Road, Hurstbourne Parkway, Taylorsville Road, Bardstown Road, River Road and Lexington Road. Other desirable areas of living include Cresent Hill, Indian Hills, Prospect, and many others along the Shelbyville Road east of the Watterson Expressway corridor.

What To Do in Louisville KY

We are located on the Southern bank of the Ohio River and have innumerable things to do, both indoors and out. Our fantastic Louisville real estate downtown area has lots of new historic Louisville real estate development and is trendy, clean, and perfect for social activities and romance alike. The Louisville real estate water-front areas along the Ohio River are especially enchanting with their Ohio river views. Louisville real estate Water-front and water view properties are very good investments these days. Nearby Louisville real estate are many types of outdoor activities including hiking, boating, golfing, water skiing on the Ohio river, and even snow skiing in the winter. Several nationally recognized mountain lakes are less than an hour from Louisville and offer outstanding recreational possibilities. Many Louisville homeowners also own real estate on the lakes or mountain real estate as a getaway and second home.

Events and Entertainment in Louisville KY

Like to be entertained? If you're a golfer, there are many Louisville real estate golf courses, public and private, to choose from such as Nevel Meade, Cardinal Club, Hunting Creek, Indian Springs, Standard Country Club and The Valhalla Golf Course (home of the 1996 PGA, 2004 Seniors PGA and 2008 Ryder Cup). Local events include The Kentucky Oaks, The Kentucky Derby, Saint James Art Festival, Thunder over Louisville, the Kentucky State Fair as well as many National & International Conventions in Louisville's state of the art "Kentucky Fairgrounds". When visiting Louisville real estate stay at four star hotels such as The Seelbach Hotel, The Brown Hotel, The Louisville Marriott, and The Galt House.

Louisville KY Suburbs and Real Estate Prices

Louisville real estate suburb areas also each have their own character and own secluded real estate markets. Pricing for Louisville real estate can really vary from one area to another and so can market conditions. The major Louisville real estate markets include Prospect, Goshen, Buckner, Crestwood, Anchorage, Middletown, Simpsonville, Finchville, Fisherville, Shelbyville, Taylorsville, Mount Washington, Jeffersontown, Hillview, Westport, Pendleton, La Grange, Smithfield, Bagdad, Lyndon, St Matthews, Newburg, Highview, Okolona, Brooks, Pewee Valley, Freys Hill, Barbourmeade, Northfield, Windy Hills, Berrytown, Boston, Forest Hills, Glenview Acres, Green Spring, Robinswood, and Cherrywood Village. In Louisville and some of the surrounding areas, a unique opportunity exists where it is still possible to live minutes from the Interstate (we have I-64, I-65, I-71, highway 42, and highway 146) and close to the city while having acreage and the feeling of living in the country. Conversely, one can live a cosmopolitan life downtown and never need to own a car. Louisville real estate has just about every type of environment you could imagine.

10 Reasons to buy a home NOW in Louisville

Buying a home in Louisville real estate is affordable, smart and easy.
Here are the top ten reasons why now is a great time to buy Louisville real estate:

10. Market prices are steady and affordable for Louisville real estate. Get a great house for a great price!
9. Homes in Louisville appreciate more than the national average. At an appreciation rate of 5%, a $200,000 home increases in value $10,000 during the first year alone!*
8. Financing is easier than ever! Greater competition in the leading market gives you the advantage.
7. The value of Louisville real estate is up - despite the slump on a national level. During 4th quarter 2006 in a three-city comparable market study including Louisville, Cincinnati, and Indianapolis, the value of a median priced home in Louisville rose 2.2%, while the other two markets declined.*
6. Tax codes make owning a home more affordable. Interest and property taxes can be deducted.
5. Thousands of professional REALTORS® in the Louisville area can help. Yes we can help you find and purchase a home quickly and easily! You can search the MLS on this site or contact me and I will search the MLS for you and e-mail MLS listings to you automatically.
4. Home availability in Louisville is high with a diverse selection!
3. Home ownership in Louisville is affordable! The percent of income spent on housing is approximately 11%; out West, it can cost 40% of income to own a home.*
2. Mortgage rates have continued to stay extremely low - comparable to 40 year lows.
1. Sales in Louisville real estate are up from previous years. From January through June, 229 more property sales closed in the area, representing a 3.1% increase from 2006.*

SOURCE: "Louisville real estate outperforms nation in existing home sales," courierjournal.com, 07.26.07

More than Real Estate: A Progressive Town!

Perhaps the most charming aspect about living and owning real estate in Louisville is its progressive attitude. The Louisville business and community leaders of this area are truly dedicated to improving the city and surrounding communities to be world-class. Louisville is home to the air hub for UPS and corporate offices of such nationally know businesses as  Papa John's, Yum! Brands (KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut), Humana Healthcare, Texas Roadhouse, Rescare and Kindred Healthcare. Recent development in Louisville's downtown real estate has had phenomenal success in converting what were aged parts of the city into the most trendy and sought after clubs, bars, and galleries housed in the entertainment area know as 4th Street Live. Enjoy lively entertainment at  clubs and restaurants such as Lucky Strike, Felt, Red Star Tavern, Makers Mark Lounge, Sullys, Raw, Hard Rock Cafe, Vincenzos and Mortensen's Steak House. For additional entertainment visitors can take in the Mohamed Ali Museum, Louisville Slugger Museum, Kentucky Center for the Arts and Louisville River Bats (AAA baseball affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds).

When it comes to Sports, Louisville is one of the best. Home of the 1996 PGA Golf Championship, 2004 Seniors PGA and the 2008 Ryder Cup. U of L Sports is a nationally powerhouse in football, basketball (Rick Pitino-coach) and a 2007 College World Series Baseball participant. With world class horse racing presented by Churchill Downs and professional baseball in the form of the Louisville Riverbats a AAA affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds.

Louisville proudly boasts of it's international advancements in the Medical arena too. University Hospital is the teaching school for U of L, Jewish Hospital is the home of the first hand transplant and the first artificial heart transplant. Kosair Children's Hospital, Nortons, Baptist, and Suburban Hospitals all offer outstanding care as well.

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Have a Question About Louisville Real Estate? Contact us - we're local market experts for Louisville downtown and Prospect, Goshen, Buckner, Crestwood, Anchorage, Middletown, Simpsonville, Finchville, Fisherville, Shelbyville, Taylorsville, Mount Washington, Jeffersontown, Hillview, Westport, Pendleton, La Grange, Smithfield, Bagdad, Lyndon, St Matthews, Newburg, Highview, Okolona, Brooks, Pewee Valley, Freys Hill, Barbourmeade, Northfield, Windy Hills, Berrytown, Boston, Forest Hills, Glenview Acres, Green Spring, Robinswood, and Cherrywood Village. We will be more than glad to help you with all of your Real Estate needs in Louisville, Kentucky.