Greater Louisville Real Estate Blog - Nathan Garrett

Best Christmas Lights in Louisville KY (Interactive Map!)

Driving around looking at all the best Christmas lights and displays in Louisville is a holiday favorite for many. From entire neighborhoods lit up to individual houses decked out with lights and unique decorations covering the front yard. Each one on the list below offers its own charm, from synchronized light shows to even a roller coaster on the roof. We would love for you to check out our list below for the best Christmas lights in town and comment below if you have a favorite! 

Best Louisville Neighborhood Christmas Lights

Windemere Place Neighborhood

LOCATION: Ashfield Ln, Louisville, KY
​​Directions - Google Maps

A tradition for nearly 30 years and a local favorite! Almost every homeowner in this small neighborhood decorates…

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Cost of Living in Louisville KY (2023 Statistics)

How Much Does it Cost to Live in Louisville?

Welcome to Louisville KY, the largest city in the Commonwealth. Even as a large city, it still has a small-town feel with a population of over 1.3 million people in the metropolitan area. Many newcomers are drawn here because of the affordable cost of living.

Before making a move to a new city it is important to find out how much it may cost to live there and how it may compare to your current city. Below we will break down the averages for some of the main necessities that you need for day-to-day living, compared to the national average and other cities.

How does Louisville compare to other major cities?

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60 EASY Home Staging Tips & Ideas (2024)

Staging a House to Sell

Preparing your home and staging your home before selling is equally important. However, when you are staging your home, you are transforming your home so it is more appealing to a larger group of buyers and not one's specific taste. There are many different tips, tricks, and techniques for staging a house. Below we will go through some easy tips on how to stage a home.

These steps will help you successfully get your home ready to sell. Statistics show that a staged home can have a positive outcome on the sale of your home, and can help you sell your home faster and for more money.

With most home buyers finding their homes online, professional photography is also important. This is when the 'first' showing truly takes…

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Louisville Housing Market Report (2023 Trends)

Louisville Real Estate Market Update

Below is a quick overview of at the current Louisville real estate market. Numbers and statistics are gathered from the Greater Louisville Association of Realtors® (GLAR) for October 2023.

Home Prices

Are Home Prices Dropping in Louisville? Statistically, we see home prices decrease during the fall and winter months. We saw home prices peak in July at $275,000. Currently, for October, the median sale price was $255,000.

Housing Inventory

What is Happening in the Market?  Looking at the statistics further from the Greater Louisville MLS, cthe data shows that homes continue to sell quickly at 36 days on market. However, this is slightly up compared to last year when the average…

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10 Things to Know BEFORE Moving to Louisville KY

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Are you thinking about moving to Louisville, KY? We are excited to share with you what it is like living in Louisville. A vibrant city that has so much to offer and has continued to grow at a steady pace over the past two decades. Experiencing great growth for businesses and in real estate. Affordability has been a big part of what drives people here from other states.

Louisville at a Glance

• 97th percentile for housing markets compared to the top 100 largest metros.
• Cost of living is nearly 4% lower than the national average.
• The average commute time is 23.9 minutes, one of the shortest in the US.

Living in Louisville, KY (from a Local)

At first, you may not know what to expect when…

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17 Best Breweries in Louisville KY (2023)

Louisville is famous for many things, from the Derby, to the Louisville Slugger bat, and to some, even well-known as the birthplace of the Old Fashion.

However, the drink choices don't stop with bourbon. Louisville also has a thriving beer scene you don't want to miss.

Below we will highlight 17 of the best breweries in Louisville that contribute to the city's happy hour. Let's hop to it!

Against the Grain Brewery

Located in downtown Louisville near the East Market District. A staple in Louisville, this brewery is known for its diverse beer range and creative, frivolous names. Their riverside location offers a great location, making it a perfect stop for both beer and meal.

LOCATION: 401 E Main St, Louisville, KY 40202
HOURS: 11 AM - 10…

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Top 28 Most Powerful Real Estate Investing Quotes

Many people dream of building wealth. A goal that can seem more challenging and harder to achieve simply because of a lack of action. One of the strongest wealth-building vehicles over time has been the investment in Real Estate. Not just a dwelling, but specifically in the land itself. The history of real estate investing has surprisingly been traced back to caveman drawings and from the looks of it...it's not going anywhere soon.

Real Estate Investing Quotes

It is all around us, real estate is a major contributor to maintaining a healthy economy. Below are some of the most powerful quotes that can help inspire you to start investing.

1. "The wise young man or wage earner of today invests his money in real estate." -Andrew Carnegie

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Countries with the Highest Rate of Homeownership

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Homeownership comes with a sense of pride and accomplishment while also providing stability for many across the world.

Here in the United States, homeownership is a huge part of the "American Dream". Signifying opportunity. Through hard work, anyone can achieve success and prosperity.

This continues to remain a huge goal and aspiration for people worldwide. Our most recent research discovered notable homeownership rates across some of the largest countries around the world.

Which Countries have the Highest Homeownership rates?

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Under Contract vs Contingent vs Pending: What does it mean in Real Estate?

With so many people searching for homes online it can be confusing when you see the same home listed on multiple sites but they show a different status.

This is why one of the most common questions people ask is...

...is this home still available?

In real estate, some of the terminology can be used interchangeably which can just add to the confusion. One real estate website may have the home listed as contingent and then another may have it listed as pending.

Leaving home shoppers wondering - what is the difference between pending and contingent?

But first, lets look at when a home is first listed and the status of the home is 'Active'.

What does Active Status mean?

When a homeowner decides to sell their home and they list…

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Farmers Markets Louisville KY (2023 Guide)

Louisville, Kentucky, may be known worldwide for the Kentucky Derby and bourbon, but the city also has a thriving food scene. Not only can you find some of the best restaurants around but if you are looking to eat fresh and also support local farmers. There are plenty of great farmer markets in Louisville.

Some of these farms also offer a neat thing called a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture). Where you pay a fee at the beginning of the season and then receive fresh produce throughout the summer. It's a great way to eat fresh and local. How it works is; as a community member, you buy a "share" of the farm's output. This gives the farmers a reliable income, and in return, you get weekly farm-fresh goodies.

1. Bardstown Road Farmers Market

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