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University of Louisville
The University of Louisville is a niche, smaller university highly focused on research, and turning out some of the country's most sought after science and health graduates. They are credited with the first civilian ambulance, the first emergency room, and also one of the US's first blood banks.
Home of the Kentucky Derby
Louisville is the home of the Kentucky Derby and offers plenty of active pursuits, to contrast with all that desk time you'll be putting in at U of L. Biking and hiking as well as fossil finding are also popular. The musically and dramatically inclined will love the world's biggest Beatles festival, Abbey Road on the River, as well as Shakespeare in the Park.
Love your Neighbors in Louisville
If you want to be close to school, you'll be looking at the Shelby Park, Parkway Village, and Algonquin neighborhoods close by to U of L. Old Louisville is the broad area most popular with students, given its affordable housing for rent and proximity to the university district. Old Louisville is the third largest historic preservation district in the US, and has a low median age and a busy, bustling vibe.
Little Walks in Louisville
Louisville, and the area around U of L, is fairly walkable. While there isn't a huge choice of amenities within walking distance, you still have grocery stores, restaurants and bars within half a mile.
Louisville Living - Housing and Apartment Choices
The Old Louisville area has plenty of housing options, but if you'd prefer to be a little way out of town in a more suburban apartment or house for rent, the Germantown area also offers affordable housing.
Under $500 a month will give you access to a huge range of apartment rentals in Louisville, many of them within easy reach of school. It is actually rare for apartment accommodation in Louisville to cost more than $700 per month.
Louisville Lives it Up
Louisville is known as one of the homes of bluegrass, so the music scene of Louisville nightlife is especially vibrant. The Lounge is well loved, and Felt offers pool tables so that you can keep your hands busy while listening to some awesome music. Skull Alley is a unique combination of concert venue, music label and screen printing shop.
However, if you prefer more traditional bars and cafes, The Tavern and Magnolia Bar and Grill offer cheap and refreshing student nightlife.
When it comes to eating something other than Weeties and cheese sandwiches, Jack Fry's and Mayan Café are some of Louisville's best restaurants. Head into the centre of Louisville or over to the Cave Hill Cemetery area for the greatest dining diversity.
Average Apartment Rent in Louisville
| # Bedrooms | May | Apr | Mar | 3 Month % change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0% |
| 1 Bed | $658 | $674 | $655 | 0.5% |
| 2 Bed | $809 | $818 | $815 | -0.7% |
| 3 Bed | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0% |
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How much should I expect to pay for utilities in Louisville each month, depending on the time of year?
Utility prices in Louisville, Kentucky are reasonable, about ten percent below the national average. In fact, they are some of the lowest in the country and some apartments even include utilities in the monthly rent charges! While there are many varying factors including square footage, occupants, and energy efficiency of the home, a family of four in a 2200 square foot house can expect a montly utility bill between $100 and $200, depending on the season.
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Is Louisville a town where I'll need a car to get around?
You will most likely need a car to get around the city of Louisville. The TARC, or Transit Authority of River City, is the city's bus and chartered van system, which primarily services the downtown vicinity, with a few connections to outer Jefferson County. The buses are $1.25 per ride, with free transfers for two hours, and run about every 15-20 minutes during peak hours downtown. If you live in the heart of Louisville, it is possible to get around using the bus system, but you will need to be patient, as some trips can take a long time and require several transfers. The Tonnerville II Trolley is the city's downtown motorized trolley system, used primarily by tourists to bring passengers throughout the downtown hotel and shopping districts.
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What do people do for fun in Louisville?
Louisville's best known event is the Kentucky Derby, which Esquire has called "the biggest party in the south" and occurs every year during the first Saturday of May. The Derby is preceded by the Kentucky Derby Festival, a two-week-long affair which starts with Thunder Over Louisville, the largest annual fireworks display in the country, and includes about 70 events total. Apart from the Derby, Louisville's has an extensive park system, which was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and is a great place for strolling, running, and biking. Market Street is home to a number of art galleries which are free to enter on the first Friday of every month.
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Is Louisville pet friendly?
Home to four off-leash dog areas, Louisville is very pet-friendly. Louisville's dog parks include Champions Dog Park, Cochran Hill Dog Run (at Cherokee Park), Sawyer Dog Park (at Tom Sawyer Park), and Vettiner Dog Run (at Louisville Metro Park). For camping and hiking with your pets, Clark State Forest and Jackson-Washington State Forest lie north of Louisville. With over 200,000 acres, the largest green space around is Hoosier National Forest to the west of Louisville.
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Where are some of the best places for dining out in Louisville?
As the largest city in Kentucky, Louisville has countless restaurants. Where you want to go will depend, however, on how much money you want to spend. Those on a budget might want to consider Spinelli's, J. Gumbo's, WW Cousins, Twig & Leaf, Check's Cafe, Cafe 360, Shah's Mongolian Grill, and Juanita's Burger Boy Diner. Mid-range options include Saffron's Persian Restaurant, Ramsi's Cafe on the World, Shalimar Indian Restaurant, Lynn's Paradise Cafe, The Irish Rover, and The Granville. Those seeking fine dining might like Avalon, Le Relais, Asiatique, Artemisia, or Volare Italtian Restaurant.