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 January 2025, the average apartment rent in Highlands is $1,076 for a studio, $1,293 for one bedroom, and $1,910 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
$1,293/month

Average Rent

2 BR
1,138 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,910/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

Nearby Resident

6 years and 5 months ago•Niche Review

The Highlands has people of all backgrounds enjoying the stores, bars, restaurants, and clubs on 1 road. Pet friendly for the scenic walks and 2 parks nearby.

Current Resident

6 years and 9 months ago•Niche Review

The Highlands can be described as a safe, family-friendly, and lively neighborhood. Bardstown Road running through the Highlands creates a great eclectic strip to walk, sight see, shop, party, eat, and drink. The neighborhoods that surround it are pretty quiet and even safe to walk at night.

Nearby Resident

7 years and 2 months ago•Niche Review

This area is SO BEAUTIFUL!! The living and neighborhoods are like looking at a magazine. People are friendly and the scenery is captivating. Go see it for yourself!!

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