Louisville & Bullitt County Real Estate

Bullitt County Real Estate Market Report- This report analyzes property sales trends for Bullitt County homes over the last few months and versus the same time period last year.  The report includes number of homes sold, average listing price, average sales price, days on market (DOM), and current inventory.

Bullitt County encompasses the primary cities of Shepherdsville, Mt Washington, and Lebanon Junction.  Home sales from the smaller cities of Brooks, Fox Chase, Hebron Estates, Hillview, Hunter's Hollow, Pioneer Village and Zoneton are also included, but these are generally listed as Shepherdsville homes in the MLS.

Comments and Analysis

For the second month in a row, the year-over-year sales are almost identical. This is great news as it is a strong indication that sales are starting to show some stability. 

While the drop in Avg DOM and $/sq ft may initially look promising, these stats reflect both an increase in the number of foreclosures and the fact that investors are very active in the Bullitt County real estate market.  In fact, 11 of the 54 homes sold were REO (bank-owned) homes.  Four of these sold in less than 2 weeks and three others in less than 1 month. 

This continues to be a great time to buy a Shepherdsville Home or Mt Washington Home.  Selection is high, Interest rates are low, Louisville Area Home Values are Stable, and first-time home buyers are eligible for a $7500 tax credit. 

If you are selling a Shepherdsville or Mt Washington home, make sure that it is clean and clutter-free before putting it on the market.  Once it is ready, make sure that you find a knowledgeable Bullitt County real estate agent to properly price and market the home.  Doing these things will attract as many buyers as possible and give you the best chance to sell quickly and for the highest price.

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Erik Hitzelberger is a licensed real estate agent with RE/MAX Alliancein Louisville. If you need a Bullitt County Real Estate agent please email me or call 502.921.3989.

I specialize in the following areas of the Metro Louisville Area: Jeffersontown (J-Town), Middletown, Okolona, Fern Creek, Shepherdsville, Mt Washington, Hillview, Brooks and Pewee Valley.  Click the following links to learn more about Louisville and Bullitt County Real Estateor to Search for Louisville Homes 

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I was driving from Shepherdsville to Mt Washington this morning when I topped a hill and saw this.  While doing a double-take, I almost didn't notice the car in front of me stopping short.  (Apparently, he was so excited that he needed to pull over immediately).  I still had more than 1/2 tank on my way back, but I stopped anyway. 

• Gas: $11.86
• Lunch at White Castle: $11.96 

Erik Hitzelberger is a licensed real estate agent with RE/MAX Alliancein Louisville. If you need a Bullitt County Real Estate agent please email me or call 502.921.3989.

I specialize in the following areas of the Metro Louisville Area: Jeffersontown (J-Town), Middletown, Okolona, Fern Creek, Shepherdsville, Mt Washington, Hillview, Brooks and Pewee Valley.  Click the following links to learn more about Louisville and Bullitt County Real Estateor to Search for Bullitt County Homes 

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As the weather turns colder, certain foods become more appealing.  One of my favorite cold-weather dinners is chili.  My wife makes killer chili and I love to top it with shredded cheese and corn chips.  While the cheese is optional, the Fritos are not.  She gave up questioning this years ago and now includes corn chips on the grocery list just assuredly as she does hamburger.    

For whatever reason, today was the exception.  She called stating that she forgot to get Fritos at the store and asked that I grab some on my way home.  As a result of the detour, I ended up leaving Kroger as the sun was setting.  I pulled over at the Shepherdsville Post Office and took the following picture.  The one at the top was taken in Mallard Lakes.  I've never really thought that I would like a pond right behind my house, but after taking this I can see how some people would. 

Anyway, back to the chili....

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Erik Hitzelberger is a licensed real estate agent with RE/MAX Alliancein Louisville. If you need a Shepherdsville Real Estate agent please email me or call 502.921.3989.

I specialize in the following areas of the Metro Louisville Area: Jeffersontown (J-Town), Middletown, Okolona, Fern Creek, Shepherdsville, Mt Washington, Hillview, Brooks and Pewee Valley.  Click the following links to learn more about Louisville and Bullitt County Real Estateor to Search for Shepherdsville Homes 

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After almost 2 years, the remnants of the train wreck between Shepherdsville and Brooks have finally been cleaned-up.  The 8' high green fence that bordered 1020 is down and the cars have been removed.  Like many, I drive that road virtually every day and had grown so accustomed to seeing the wreckage that I was wondering whether CSX was going to create some sort of museum on the spot.  I'm fairly certain that I have never been so pleased to see an empty lot as I was last week. 

The train is gone, but evidence of the fire still exists.

One more step towards normalcy for those who were most affected.

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Erik Hitzelberger is a licensed real estate agent with RE/MAX Alliancein Louisville. If you need a Shepherdsville Real Estate agent please email me or call 502.921.3989.

I specialize in the following areas of the Metro Louisville Area: Jeffersontown (J-Town), Middletown, Okolona, Fern Creek, Shepherdsville, Mt Washington, Hillview, Brooks and Pewee Valley.  Click the following links to learn more about Louisville and Bullitt County Real Estateor to Search for Shepherdsville Homes 

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As a RE/MAX Alliance agent in Louisville, I am extremely motivated to providing the best possible service that I can for you.  Instead of low fees and high commission splits, each agent in our office pays a monthly brokerage charge regardless of whether we close a transaction.  This means that if I don't help you accomplish your goals, not only do I not earn a commission, I still have to pay fees.  The upside is that there is no limit to my potential business growth. 

This carrot and stick methodology drives me to be a local real estate expert, to educate my clients and to promote and protect their interests zealously.  Insuring that you achieve your goals opens the possibility for testamonials, referrals, and repeat business which each promote the long-term success of my business.  Concentrating on the short-term or otherwise failing in my duties has the opposite effect.

So, if you are looking for a motivated Louisville or Bullitt County real estate agent, I would appreciate the opportunity to earn your business.  Whether you are relocating to the Louisville area or moving across town, please take a few moments to visit my website, read more about me, learn about area neighborhoods, or search the Louisville MLS. 

I represent both buyers and sellers and primarily work in Louisville, Jeffersontown (J-town), St Matthews, Okolona, Fern Creek, Shepherdsville, Mt Washington, Brooks, and Hillview.  Feel free to contact me at 502-921-3989 (call or txt) or by email.  

RE/MAX Alliance is conveinently located in southeast Louisville near the intersection of Bardstown Road and I265 (Gene Snyder).  The experienced staff is lead by our broker who has been in the real estate business for over 30 years.  We help hundreds of people achieve their dreams every year.  Are you ready to realize yours?    

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Erik Hitzelberger is a licensed real estate agent with RE/MAX Alliance in Louisville. If you need a Louisville Real Estate agent please email me or call 502.921.3989.

I specialize in the following areas of the Metro Louisville Area: Jeffersontown (J-Town), Middletown, Okolona, Fern Creek, Shepherdsville, Mt Washington, Hillview, Brooks and Pewee Valley.  Click the following links to learn more about Louisville and Bullitt County Real Estateor to Search for Louisville Homes 

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The purpose of this series is to alert buyers to some of the best deals in the Louisville area.  Most of these houses require work to bring them up to par.  However, when the work is complete, the new owner should have significant equity in the property.  Many of these homes have offers within days if not hours of hitting the market and multiple offer situations are common.  This is especially true for homes below $150,000. 

I attempt to find the hidden gems that have been overlooked for one reason or another.  This week I focused on houses for first-time homebuyers in Bullitt County and found 2 great houses in the same neighborhood.

The first (pictured) is a 3BR/2 Bath home with a downstairs master and a large eat-in kitchen that is available for a little over $110,000.  The utilities need to be turned on for a thorough inspection by a professional, but this house appears to be in great shape for a foreclosure.  The carpet is probably beyond saving as it has several stains and a strong pet smell.  Beyond that the refrigerator and stove have gone MIA and a few minor repairs are needed.  

The second house (not shown) also has 3 BRs, 2 baths, a downstairs master, an eat-in kitchen.  Additionally, this house has an unfinished basement and several upgrades.  The house is currently listed at $130,000.  I toured this house 3 months ago before the foreclosure auction and it was in prisitne condition at the time. 

If you are interested in viewing either of these homes, please contact me as soon as possible.  Note, that pre-approval letters must be submitted with offers.  If you are not pre-approved, I'll be happy to recommend a lender who should be able to qualify you quickly.

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Erik Hitzelberger is a licensed real estate agent with RE/MAX Alliance in Louisville. If you need a Bullitt County Real Estate agent please email me or call 502.921.3989.

I specialize in the following areas of the Metro Louisville Area: Jeffersontown (J-Town), Okolona, Fern Creek, Shepherdsville, Mt Washington, Hillview, Brooks and Pewee Valley.  Click the following links to learn more about Louisville and Bullitt County Real Estate or to Search the Metro Louisville MLS. 

What a difference a few weeks makes!  Two weeks ago, we took the kids to Bernheim Forest and let them play on the playground.  At the time, it was still 75-80 degrees and the leaves had just started to turn.  Now, it is too cold for the kids to go play, but a trip to Bernheim is seldom disappointing.

To get to Bernheim Forest, take I65 south from Louisville to Exit 112.  Turn left at the top of the ramp.  Bernheim is about 1 mile ahead on the right. 

See Also:  Spend a Day in Berheim

                Berheim.org

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Erik Hitzelberger is a licensed real estate agent with RE/MAX Alliance in Louisville. If you need a Bullitt County Real Estate agent please email me or call 502.921.3989.

I specialize in the following areas of the Metro Louisville Area: Jeffersontown (J-Town), Okolona, Fern Creek, Shepherdsville, Mt Washington, Hillview, Brooks and Pewee Valley.  Click the following links to learn more about Louisville and Bullitt County Real Estate or to Search the Metro Louisville MLS. 

Waterford Ridge is a secluded subdivision in Mt Washington offering beautiful homes on 1-acre lots.  This a new relatively new community and building lots are still available.  This is a deed-restricted community with minimum square-footage of 2200 for a 1 story, 2600 for a 1 1/2 story and 3000 for a 2-story. 

Luxury homes in Waterford Ridge have 4-5 Bedrooms and 2 1/2-3 Baths.  Since these are newly-built homes, you can expect open floor plans.  Additionally, these luxury homes are loaded with amenities such as hardwood flooring, vaulted or trey ceilings, custom tile in the bathrooms, fireplaces, whirlpool tubs and more.       

Based on the number of homes, this is a very small community.  Currently, only 16 lots exist, however additional development is possible.  In general, the homes and neighborhood size are similar to Cedar Falls and Wildwoods.   

Waterford Ridge does have sidewalks and underground utilities.  Both of these add to the aesthetic appeal of the neighborhood.  Additionally, sidewalks provide the obvious benefit of safety.

Prices on these homes are in the $300,000 - $400,000 range.   

Bullitt County Public Schools

Students who live in Waterford Ridge and attend Bullitt County Public Schools will go to...

• Bullitt East High School
• Mt. Washington Middle School
• Old Mill Elementary

See Also: Schools in Mt Washington

Location

From Louisville, take Bardstown Rd south to Hwy 44 in Mt Washington.  Turn left onto Hwy 44, left onto Cornell and into Waterford Ridge.

Similar Homes

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Erik Hitzelberger is a licensed real estate agent with RE/MAX Alliance in Louisville. If you need a Bullitt County Real Estate agent please email me or call 502.921.3989.

I specialize in the following areas of the Metro Louisville Area: Jeffersontown (J-Town), Okolona, Fern Creek, Shepherdsville, Mt Washington, Hillview, Brooks and Pewee Valley.  Click the following links to learn more about Louisville and Bullitt County Real Estate or to Search the Metro Louisville MLS.