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Highlights
- Character
- Stainless appliances
- Granite countertops
- Open floor plan
- Extra storage
- Soaring ceilings
Location
1449 Mellwood Ave, Louisville, KY 40206, USA|Butchertown
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Property Overview
The property at 1449 Mellwood Ave features character, stainless appliances, granite countertops, and soaring ceilings in an open floor plan, complemented by ample storage. Its location fosters a vibrant social life, with 140 restaurants within a mile and nearby amenities easily accessible on foot. Additionally, the property is competitively priced in the 85.71 percentile for value per square foot and is conveniently located near a top-rated high school and grocery store.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- More space
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Great for
Social life
Amenities for 1449 Mellwood Ave, Butchertown
Apartment Amenities
| 2 Floors | Central Air |
| Hardwood Floor | Natural Gas |
Building
| Exterior Type: WoodFrame | Laundry Room |
| Roof Type: Shingle |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space | Storage |
Other
| Eleven Rooms | Exterior Type: Vinyl Siding |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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About 1449 Mellwood Ave
Property Status: Active Welcome to 1449 Mellwood Ave in Butchertown! This open floor plan offers over 2,000 square feet of stylish, modern living space-something hard to find in this historic area. Enjoy spacious living areas with soaring ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, and unique architectural details throughout. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless appliances, and plenty of storage-perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. With 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, there's room for everyone to spread out comfortably. A basement provides extra storage, and the fenced backyard offers privacy and outdoor enjoyment. Located near restaurants, Nulu, downtown Louisville, & interstates, this home combines convenience with character. No cats, possibly a small dog. Tenant pays utilities & yard. Office Phone: (502) 425-6000 Copyright © 2026 Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1449 Mellwood Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 306 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Butchertown |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 40206 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Butchertown
3-bedroom apartments at 1449 Mellwood Ave cost about the same as the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Louisville.
Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
Butchertown
Louisville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,600 |
| April 2024 | $1,634 |
| May 2024 | $1,659 |
| June 2024 | $1,658 |
| July 2024 | $1,639 |
| August 2024 | $1,609 |
| September 2024 | $1,633 |
| October 2024 | $1,646 |
| November 2024 | $1,623 |
| December 2024 | $1,622 |
| January 2025 | $1,636 |
| February 2025 | $1,646 |
| March 2025 | $1,631 |
| April 2025 | $1,620 |
| May 2025 | $1,677 |
| June 2025 | $1,648 |
| July 2025 | $1,645 |
| August 2025 | $1,620 |
| September 2025 | $1,614 |
| October 2025 | $1,614 |
| November 2025 | $1,635 |
| December 2025 | $1,632 |
| January 2026 | $1,655 |
| February 2026 | $1,668 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | $2,350 |
| December 2025 | $2,350 |
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3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 1449 Mellwood Ave
Home of the Innocents Discovery
1100 east market st
louisville, KY, 40206
PK, K-12Public
Home of the Innocents School
1100 east market st
louisville, KY, 40206
K-12Public
Breckinridge/Franklin Elementary School
1351 payne st
louisville, KY, 40206
K-5Public
C
Kentucky School for the Blind
1867 frankfort ave
louisville, KY, 40206
K-12Public
Franklin Square Elementary School
605 e court ave
jeffersonville, IN, 47130
PK, K-5Public
C+
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Getting around Louisville near 1449 Mellwood Ave
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1449 Mellwood Ave, Louisville
Groceries
3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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Forme Millinery
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Busted Bean Coffee LLC
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Hi-Five Doughnuts
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78 Coffee
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Quills Coffee
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South Seas
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Big Al's Beeritaville
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