JEFFERSON COUNTY 

Crescent Hill. Located between Lexington, Frankfort and lower Brownsboro Roads, this historically rich, eclectic community was started around the turn of the century and comprised of Old Victorians shotgun houses and then future additions of 1930’s style architecture. Local coffee shops, assorted restaurants make it a destination area for much of the county. Supported by sidewalks and many with back alleys, this area is supported with multiple events including a monthly trolley stop at local galleries one Friday night a month whereby local shops and restaurants stay open at night along with the galleries, providing free refreshments and creating community spirit. House prices range from the $100k’s to $400/500k price range.

Indian Hills is comprised of several sections with the first portion of its development occurring in the1940’s which support and assortment of architecture and prices start in the $400’s extending into the $ millions. The next area to be created was in the Cherokee Indian Hills area during the seventies; because of its appeal houses are constantly being upgraded to another level generating home prices starting in the $300-450 range. Off Rudy lane closer to the expressway is the third area not developed until the eighties and sports its own elementary school in its center and homes are in the $275-375k range.

Avalon/Top Hill area is a sporty hilltop community closer to downtown and not far from the beautiful Cherokee Park. Homes spiral the hillside and vary greatly in their architecture. Because of the limited pace the homes are closer together and neighbors get to know each other better. Road are not heavily trafficked but there are no sidewalks. Houses start in the mid $300’s and can get close to seven figures.

Highlands area is known for its Bardstown Road thoroughfare which is reminiscent of a little Chicago with its local butcher, florist&, hardware store amid multiple restaurants of all ethnicities as well as an assortment of retail from tattoo parlors to antiques shops and trendy hip fashions. Louisvillians from everywhere support the restaurants and the sidewalks are always full of foot traffic. Bardstown also supports two lane traffic with street parking on both sides so lots of activity is evidenced. Built around the twenties and in progression through the fifties, the houses are generally laid out with street parking and back alley entrances to each home. Garages are generally detached and many where originally carriage house later converted into garages. Within 5-15 minutes of town, its eclectic nature draws prices from the low $200’s to an upper range of upper $ six figures.

Owl Creek subdivision was built with a community center as its fulcrum, with a neighborhood pool. Located close to the Anchorage, Dorsey Lane area, this moderate sized neighborhood has a few hundred homes starting in the mid $200’s going up to the upper $300’s. Sidewalks create a sense of connectedness and children keep the sidewalks busy. Architecture is pretty traditional and lots can run up to an acre. A small estate section also exists, with building started in the seventies.

Woodmont, a new development started around 2000 is centered around a community center pool, tennis courts and playground. Walking trails connect a portion of the area and the area is divided slightly with most being in Jefferson county but some overlapping into Oldham county. A strong sense of community is generated through neighborhood festivals, book clubs and newcomer get-togethers. The house are generally set more to the back of their lot allowing for limited back yards but green spaces and sidewalks at their front. The development is easily accessed with an interstate connection making it easily accessed and close to downtown even though it is closer to the Oldham county line.

Glen Oaks and Moser Farms was created when farm land was sold off in the nineties. A rolling countryside sports a nice 18 hole golf course as well as a country club with nice facilities. Membership is optional, unlike some pool communities. Houses have nice size lots generally and the roads roll around circuitously. Development is still in progress in its outer boundaries. The subdivision is divided pretty equally with half being in Jefferson county and the other half being in Oldham. Its scale keeps everyone from knowing each other but the pool and sidewalks promote knowing your neighbors that are more proximate. Close to the prestigious retail center, The Summit, but also close to new commercial and residential development with lots of density, currently the roads construction has not kept pace with the population so traffic gets backed up at rush hour. Road improvements are in process.

Hunting Creek, located in the prospect area of town, was a housing community developed primarily by and for GE Appliance park executives in the sixties.. Originally manned by a gatehouse and built around a private country club 18 hold golf course and facilities, this community neighborhood includes town homes to estate sections. Roads are all circular and hills have kept this development from looking staid. Trees are definitely matured as is the neighborhood. Prices start in the $275’s and go up to the upper $800’s in the estate sections.

Anchorage is a charming community originally built around the turn of the century as summer homes for the wealthy Louisvillians downtown. Rural in nature and historically controlled, the area has Tree USA status and was placed on the National Historic Homes registry with restrictions regarding any new home development or remodel. Supporting its own community- taxed school Kindergarten through eighth grade, this nationally recognized school system is central to the community. A private country club named Owl Creek provided a central place for people to gather and children generally ride their bicycles to the club. Horse trails are in evidence throughout the community and it is not unusual to see horse walking on the edge of the road. Anchorage Police and Fire Department are also supported through the local tax base making the taxes, together with the school system, higher than in most areas of Kentucky. Prices start in the $300’s but quickly jump up to the millions. A special community with 850 residents in a park-like historic area, this quaint community is located in the hills and valleys of Beargrass and Goose Creek branches. Placed on the National Register Of Historic Places in 1983, Anchorage's school is nationally recognized making this select area worth consideration as a permanent residency.  

Glenview, and neighborhoods close by like Glenview Hills, are quite different from each other as they were started at different times but somewhat proximate to each other. Glenview is a historically rich area with lots of grand history and expensive homes, many which cannot be viewed without permission as they are not observable from the streets. Together with its own personal post office, much of the area is on hilltop bluffs, which affords a view of the Ohio River traffic. Houses are grand in scale as are most of their individual lots. Homes start in the one million dollar range generally. Glenview Hills by comparison as well as other artery neighborhoods coming off of Lime Kiln Lane, are neighborhoods into themselves on each respective street. Parts of these neighborhoods border the original Glenview adding attraction to the area. Glenview Hills vintage, as well as that of Brittany Woods, etc were generally started around the sixties and are more moderate in price.

Springhurst is a large development that has a major thoroughfare running through it called Hurstbourne Lane. Lots of attention was given to hiding the intrusion of the corridor with grand landscape berms and lots of landscaping structure. Several small to large sections were created allowing a varied price point for the area. Patio Homes, apartments and mid to upper price ranges are evident. Sidewalks enjoin the areas. A swim club is available for residents, some streets of which require financial support through their Homeowner dues. This area is also between two key roadways, Westport Road on one side and Old Brownsboro Road on the other, also known as Route 22.

Woods of St Thomas, also called Seminary Woods, was built where a former Seminary was established. A keen sense of neighborhood exists with the area being fairly moderate in size and with good sidewalks and little through traffic. Most houses are the traditional red brick while trees have matured and been preserved through much of the development. Homes start in the low $300’s yet go up to the $500’s in the estate section.
 

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