Highlands

Louisville, KY

Highlands - Louisville, KY

Area Guide

Niche Reviews

4.8 (10 Reviews)

Thriving nightlife and eateries flourish in this Louisville neighborhood.

Hip • Artistic • Family-Friendly • Convenient • Commuter •

Full of character and things to do, Louisville’s Highlands neighborhood is nestled in the corner of East Broadway and Baxter Avenue. Known as “Restaurant Row,” the Highlands is home to every kind of culinary delight, from falafels to tacos and everything in between. With an array of bars, gastropubs, and tap rooms, the Highlands is notable for its local nightlife.

The Highlands hosts several parades and festivals year round, including the Louisville Zombie Attack Walk every August and the Louisville Irish Festival every September. The Louisville Zoo is just outside the neighborhood and organizes regular events as well. In addition to containing a number of eclectic businesses, the Highlands is convenient to Mid City Mall and Downtown Louisville retailers.

Accessible to city bus routes and I-65, the Highlands offers residents easy commutes and travels.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Highlands is $1,076 for a studio, $1,294 for one bedroom, and $1,911 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Highlands has increased by 0.2% in the past year.

Studio
488 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,076/month

Average Rent

1 BR
695 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,294/month

Average Rent

2 BR
1,138 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,911/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Reviews of Highlands - Louisville, KY

Niche Reviews

4.8 10 Reviews

Niche User

1 years and 10 months ago•Niche Review

A GREAT PLACE TO VISIT, MY BANK,THE HIGHLAND LIBRARY, MID CITY MALL, It IS A DIFFERENT WORLD, FULL OF HAPPY, SMILING , FRIENDLY PEOPLE, IT IS AMAZING, WHEN YOU COME FROM, TWO MANY AREA TOWN, THAT ARE FULL OF HATERS AND.NEGATIVE , CONTROLLING PEOPLE, YOU REACH A POINT YOU DON'T KNOW HOW TO TAKE PEOPLE. ANYMORE YOU EXPECT THE NASTINESS, THAT WHY ARE YOU HERE ? YOU NOW ENJOY THE BEING AROUND REAL PEOPLE AGAIN, THAT WALL COMES DOWN. THANK U FOR RESTORING MY FAITH, THAT GOOD PEOPLE ARE OUT THERE. YOU JUST HAVE TO GET OUT THERE AND FIND THEM.

Nearby Resident

4 years and 11 months ago•Niche Review

The Highlands of Louisville is the gem of the city. There is a tremendous variety of cultural and entertainment opportunities. The nightlife and dining experiences are especially noteworthy.

Nearby Resident

5 years and 9 months ago•Niche Review

This area of town is a artistic and lively. There is a multitude of shops and restaurants to hop in and out of on your way down the street. The parking can be hard to find at times, but once it is found, the walk makes it worth it.

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