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Eastern Parkway
Eastern Parkway and its side streets are popular spots for U of L students to reside. When the Eastern Parkway bridge construction is finished, the walk to Speed School and campus in general will be much shorter.
Number of bedrooms: May range from 2 to 5, average of 3
Distance from campus: Varies, but around 2 miles (20 minute walk)
Average age of residents: 25-30
Rent: Higher end – $500 Lower end – $200
“All of the houses are older, but in my opinion, better than any house in Old Louisville. It is a family residential area, so I feel extremely safe. Also, I have an easy walk to campus and my rent is reasonable. Everywhere else seems overpriced compared to this area.”
–Ben Cox, junior mechanical engineering major
Bradley Avenue
Located right off of Eastern Parkway and known for its close proximity to Dairy Kastle, Bradley Avenue is home to many U of L students. Large attractions for these homes are the porches and backyards.
Number of bedrooms: May range from 2 to 5
Distance from campus: Average is around a mile (15-20 minute walk)
Average age of residents: 20-25
Rent: Higher end – $400 Lower end – $200
“It’s a great place to live, the neighbors are all really friendly, and we’ve never had any problems with safety. It is only a short walk to campus, making it really convenient. And when it gets nice outside we are right across the street from Dairy K astle, which is a huge plus.”
–Chris Groeschen, sophomore marketing major
The Highlands
Although this area is much farther from campus, Bardstown Road and the Highlands provide an upbeat, classy atmosphere that is right in the middle of Louisville’s eclectic social scene.
Number of bedrooms: May range from 1 to 4
Distance from campus: Several miles (about a 5-10 minute drive)
Average age of residents: 35-40
Rent: Higher end – $800 Lower end – $400
“I live right off of Bardstown Road. I love the lifestyle around there and I always feel as though there is something to do. I also feel safer in this area than I would downtown.”
–Erin Roberts, junior education major
Old Louisville
Many residences in Old Louisville are historic homes split up into apartments. A few remain in their original condition, but most are completely renovated.
Number of bedrooms: May range from 1 to 4, average of 2
Distance from campus: Varies, average of less than a mile (15 minute walk)
Average age of residents: 20-25 years old
Rent: Higher end – $400 Lower end – $250
“I live off of First Street and Magnolia. It isn’t an area I would like to walk through at night alone, but it’s an easy walk to campus and I feel safe inside my house.”
–Rob Saag, junior psychology major
