The Highlands is where Louisville, Kentucky lets its hair down! An eclectic collection of neighborhoods full of local shops, restaurants, and bars, the Highlands sits atop a ridge between the middle and south forks of Beargrass Creek along a three-mile stretch of Bardstown Road and Baxter Avenue. The area is also known as "Restaurant Row" because of the many exciting nightclubs and eateries. Nearly 33,000 people live in the Highlands and the neighborhoods within the area can range from working-class to some of the most expensive homes in the city of Louisville. Many Highlands neighborhoods boast of the highest percentage of college graduates and the highest average incomes in the city.
The Highlands is made up of eight distinct neighborhoods, and all are very sought-after and charming in their own way.
The Original Highlands is a historic neighborhood that has a population of around 1,600 residents. The architecture is a mixture of large, wood-framed and brick Victorian homes and working-class shotgun houses, many times sitting next right to each other. National Products is a factory located in the neighborhood that produces more disco balls than any other factory in the world, adding to the eclectic charm of the Original Highlands.
Phoenix Hill has a population of around 5,000 people and holds a segment of the Health Sciences Campus of the University of Louisville. This neighborhood is known for its many popular bars and nightclubs, including Phoenix Hill Tavern.
Irish Hill acquired its name because it sits atop a ridge above the Ohio River flood plain and was settled by Irish Catholics in the nineteenth century. There are several large historical homes in the area, along with shotgun houses. The Valentine Schneikert house and the Nicholas Finzer house, built around 1869 are still the largest homes in the neighborhood. Irish Hill has a wonderful playground in Breslin Park that opened in 2009 and a new sprayground that is set to open in 2011. This community has over 1,500 residents.
Known for its large homes and architecture, Cherokee Triangle is a very popular and established neighborhood in The Highlands. After the park opened in 1891, the area quickly became a popular dwelling place for the affluent. This area has enjoyed the greatest appreciation in property values in the city over the past decade. The annual Cherokee Triangle Art Fair features over 200 artists' booths and is scheduled every year for two days in April. Over 4,500 residents live in Cherokee Triangle.
Tyler Park is another beautiful Highlands neighborhood, surrounded by a city park named after Mayor Henry S. Tyler. The Tyler Park Bridge, constructed 1904, is one of the defining features of the park and the neighborhood. The bridge has a large arch that allows pedestrians to walk from one part of the park to the other without crossing the busy road that bisects Tyler Park. Nearly 3,000 residents call Tyler Park home, and over 50% of those hold a college degree.
Deer Park is a largely residential neighborhood, one of the most densely populated areas in Louisville. There are two pedestrian courts in this community with long rows of homes only accessible by alleys and sidewalks running through the front yards. These types of streets are relatively unique to Louisville with 11 more found in Old Louisville, and very few existing outside the city. Shotgun homes and Victorians, usually more modest than homes on the east side of Bardstown Road, make up the majority of housing styles in Deer Park. Modest craftsman style homes, ranches, and large pre-World War II homes can also be found in various parts of this neighborhood. Nearly 4,500 people live in Deer Park.
Bonnycastle is a development strongly influenced by its neighboring Cherokee Park. A mix of Victorian homes and historical revival styles are found, as well as Craftsman bungalows scattered into the mix. The tallest building in Bonnycastle is the Commodore Apartment Building, which was developed in 1928 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Edgewood Place is a pedestrian-only street, not accessible by car. Nearly 2,500 people call Bonnycastle home.
Highlands-Douglass (or simply "Douglass") is a community of nearly 3,500 people. Homes in Douglass vary from Colonial, Tudor, English, and Dutch Revival to ranches and craftsman style homes. Rose Hill is an Italianate mansion constructed 1852 for Emory Low, a dry goods merchant, and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.
Belknap is a treasured neighborhood in the Highlands and was recognized by Louisville Magazine in 2010 as one of the best and most livable and lovable neighborhoods in Jefferson County. It is one of most walkable neighborhoods in Louisville as well, and offers great diversity and charm. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and his wife Elaine Chao once lived in Belknap, which ironically has one of the highest concentrations of registered Democrat voters in the county. There are numerous historic buildings and landmarks in this neighborhood, including the Belknap School, Jonathan Clark's home, the Zimlich stagecoach stop, and the Lakeside Swim Club. Belknap's population is around 4,700 residents.
The Highlands is one of Louisville's most beloved and eclectic collections of neighborhoods, and is a great place to live for anyone who enjoys beautiful architecture, walkability, and charm. The residents are friendly and take pride in maintaining their neighborhood and homes. Take the time to explore the Highlands when you have the opportunity as you will love this unique taste of Louisville.
Joe Hayden is a real estate Realtor based in Louisville, KY. He loves helping people achieve their dreams and goals, and especially loves tackling the complexity of real estate transactions. He can be contacted through his website, Louisville Real Estate. Please visit his website to learn more about The Highlands.
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