Anchorage is located in eastern Jefferson County and is a park- like community of approximately 3000 people and 850 residences. Here historic homes, country estates, and smaller homes can be found side by side. Typically the homes are situated on larger lots, and range in price from $200,000 to over $1,000,000. Although Anchorage is situated only 20 miles from downtown Louisville, it has retained its historical character and charm. To preserve the character of the town, an Anchorage Historic District was created and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. The boundaries of the district have since been extended to include most of the town.
The heavily shaded city with mature oak trees and magnolias provide a noticeable cooler temperature than Downtown Louisville. Dating back to its incorporation in 1878, the city became a popular location for wealthy “Louisvillians”. One such resident was Isaac Wolfe Bernheim who is remembered for his philanthropy. In 1914, Bernheim had a plan designed by Frederick Law Olmsted which incorporates stone bridges and triangle intersections, similar to Olmsed’s plans for Louisville’s park. Read More...
You might also recognize Papa John’s Pizza founder, John Schnatter around town. He owns about 6% of the land in Anchorage, including much of the city center. He has preserved the city’s character by restoring an interurban rail station and historical buildings. In 2008, he contributed close to $4 million toward the creation of trails and greenway improvements. He built the Anchorage Trail along a nearly mile of spectacular stream valley adjoining the community of Anchorage. This greenway includes a paved mile-long multi-use trail, a soft nature path to access the wooded areas, an outdoor amphitheater, equestrian trails, wetland conservation areas, a spectacular pedestrian span, a preserved wildflower meadow and other amenities.
A few dining choices in the area are The Village Anchor Inn and Selena’s. The Village Anchor Inn is a bistro-pub featuring upscale comfort food with a twist and is on the Urban Bourbon Trail. Selena’s is a fusion of creole and Sicilian cuisine and New Orleans fun. It resides in Anchorage’s legendary Willow Lake Tavern building.
Homes for sale in Anchorage, a community in the greater Louisville, Kentucky area are included below. These homes for sale in Anchorage KY, are updated every day from the Louisville Kentucky MLS. To learn more about any of these Anchorage homes for sale, just click the "Request More Information" button on any property listing page. And, if you haven't already, be sure to register for a free account so that you can receive email alerts whenever new homes for sale in Anchorage KY come on the market. Show Less...
