Are Ranch homes all the rage in Louisville?

Ranch homes for sale Louisville ky

Much like spray cheese, Black Friday and a good ol’ cheeseburger, the ranch style home is unique to America, capturing the hearts of homeowners for years.  Ranch homes first came to existence in the 1920s but were coined “ramblers” at the time. By the 1950s, the ranch home swept the nation and was by far the most popular choice, albeit transforming overtime to several variations including the California, storybook, suburban, raised, and split-level ranch. There are plenty of neighborhoods who feature a large number of ranch homes for sale. If you’re trying to find a ranch home for  $500,000 and up, you’ll love neighborhoods like Norton Commons and Rock Springs. For ranches from 350-500k, Barbourmeade, Brownsboro Park, and Hurstbourne have lots of options.  Ranches in the 150k-350k price range are the hardest to find, most sought after homes.  Apple Valley, Ashbrooke, Austin Woods, Barbizon Place, Barbour Manor, Beechwood Village, Bellemeade, Breckenridge Estates, Broadfields, Brook Haven, Chenoweth Hills, Creekview, Crystal Lake, Douglass Hills, Four Seasons, Friendly Hills, Germantown, Graymoor Devondale, Heritage Creek, Highgate Springs, Hurstbourne, Idlewood, Lakeview Estates, Meadow Vale, Midlane Park, Plantation, Prairie Village, Schnitzelburg, Spring Falls, St. Regis Park, Timothy Hills, Treasure Island, Windsor Forest, Windy Hills, and Woodlawn Park account for hundreds upon hundreds of the ranch homes sold in Louisville.

Homeowners often seek the ability to customize and put their own flare on a home.  While ranch homes provide this opportunity at almost every turn, they also have some defining features that set them apart from other homes.  When touring a ranch home, you can expect to see large windows, sliding glass doors (let all the light in!), an attached garage, low-pitch rooflines, a back patio, and a plethora of exterior materials including but not limited to brick, stone, stucco and wood siding.  On the inside you’ll find bedrooms separated from the living area, single-story living often in an “L’ or “U” shape, and the ever-so-popular open concept living, dining and kitchen area. Depending on the area of the nation, you’ll also often find ranches with a full basement, opening up the potential to double your square footage.    

There is a major draw towards the ranch style in Louisville. The main reason is no stairs. You’ll hear the term “one level living” as you search for homes. (Hopefully your realtor is doing most of the looking for you!) One level living is great If you need your bedroom, kitchen, living area and kitchen in one place. Not having stairs is also safer for friends, family, and pets. Since there’s no second story, ranches are easy to escape from if there is an emergency and maintain without a giant ladder.

Through recent decades, ranch and two-story homes have fought over the number one spot in popular home choice.   While this battle will likely continue, there is no denying that the classic style of a ranch home (with its numerous customization options) and its sprawling layout will keep homeowners coming back for more.  

Trying to find a Ranch Home in Louisville, check out the current homes for sale below. 

 

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$339,925
Neighborhood: Goshen Hills
3
Beds
3
Baths
3,080
Sq.Ft.
1990
Year Built
1
Day on Site
1650772
MLS
$235,000
Neighborhood: Melbourne Heights
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,090
Sq.Ft.
1985
Year Built
2
Days on Site
1650753
MLS
$284,000
Neighborhood: Whitland Hills
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,350
Sq.Ft.
1971
Year Built
2
Days on Site
1650762
MLS
4
Beds
1
Baths
2,650
Sq.Ft.
1962
Year Built
2
Days on Site
1650768
MLS
$625,000
Neighborhood: Catalpa Farms
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,952
Sq.Ft.
2021
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650637
MLS
$369,000
Neighborhood: Brookhollow
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,034
Sq.Ft.
2000
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650653
MLS
$499,000
Neighborhood: Broadfields
3
Beds
3
Baths
3,127
Sq.Ft.
1962
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650657
MLS
$485,000
Neighborhood: The Farms At Lovers Lane
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,645
Sq.Ft.
2018
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650671
MLS
$699,000
Neighborhood: Ten Broeck
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
2,833
Sq.Ft.
1956
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650672
MLS
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,055
Sq.Ft.
1997
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650676
MLS
$215,000
Neighborhood: Seneca Village
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,000
Sq.Ft.
1956
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650703
MLS
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,504
Sq.Ft.
1991
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650704
MLS
$420,000
Neighborhood: Heritage Hill
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,781
Sq.Ft.
2019
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650707
MLS
$390,000
Neighborhood: Douglass Hills
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
2,232
Sq.Ft.
1970
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650711
MLS
$299,500
Neighborhood: Bristol Woods
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,486
Sq.Ft.
2013
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650718
MLS
$195,000
Neighborhood: Bullitt Hills
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,105
Sq.Ft.
1971
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650721
MLS
$549,999
Neighborhood: Glen Lakes
4
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
3,700
Sq.Ft.
2008
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650728
MLS
$448,000
Neighborhood: Earlywyne Plantation
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,762
Sq.Ft.
2003
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650738
MLS
$275,000
Neighborhood: Highland Hills
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,029
Sq.Ft.
1969
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650739
MLS
$197,000
Neighborhood: Highgate Springs
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,080
Sq.Ft.
1956
Year Built
3
Days on Site
1650740
MLS

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