Is Louisville, KY 40209 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Louisville is a balanced market. With about null months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
The Louisville housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 50% of homes in Louisville, KY 40209 sold above their list price and the typical home went under contract in 138 days. With only 2 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 33%, homes sold more slowly (26 days then) and the median sale price fell 24% to $169,926. Overall, Louisville is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Jefferson County, homes here sell more slowly than in any other ZIP code in the county, and sell more often over asking than in 97%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Louisville 40202 (0% sold over asking) or Louisville 40208 (3% sold over asking), while Glenview 40025 (100% sold over asking) is even more competitive.
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Nearby markets
Fairdale 40118Seller’s market $166 /sq ftFisherville 40023Seller’s market $184 /sq ftGlenview 40025Seller’s market $296 /sq ftLouisville 40202Buyer’s market $258 /sq ft Browse all markets →Where Louisville is
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Questions about Louisville real estate
How fast do homes sell in Louisville?
The typical home went under contract in 138 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Louisville sell over asking?
50% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 98.2% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Louisville?
About 0.86% of a home’s value a year in Jefferson County, or roughly $3,440 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Louisville?
The median sale price was $169,926 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $144 per square foot.
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Market data describes housing activity only. Figures are rolling 3-month values from Redfin and may be revised. Methodology