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Highlights

  • Original hardwood floors
  • Updated vinyl plank flooring
  • High ceilings
  • Decorative fireplace

Location

1938 Deerwood Ave, Louisville, KY 40205, USA|Deer Park
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Management

Art Geissler/Geissler Property Management Company

Leasing office

(502) 780-6213 ext. 2

Property Overview

1938 Deerwood Avenue earns a strong overall impression with an 8.6 Zumper expert rating, driven by standout value, solid amenities, and a highly convenient location. It may appeal to renters looking for original hardwood floors, updated vinyl plank flooring, high ceilings, and a decorative fireplace, along with exceptional value for money and close access to a top-rated middle school.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1938 Deerwood Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1938 Deerwood Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,100 /mo1 unit availableCharming Highlands Apartment at 1938 Deerwood Ave #2, Louisville, KY 40205 Discover classic Highlands character combined with cozy comfort in this beautiful 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom upper-level apartment. Stepping inside, you are greeted by gorgeous, original hardwood floors that run throughout the bright living space, high ceilings, a decorative fireplace mantle, and an abundance of natural light. The spacious bathroom features a vintage clawfoot tub with an overhead shower enclosure, updated flooring, and custom track lighting. The efficient kitchen offers plenty of cabinet storage, a double-basin sink, and direct access to a rear exit. Housed within a classic Victorian-style home featuring a welcoming front porch, this apartment sits in a walkable, highly sought-after neighborhood just minutes from Bardstown Road’s best dining, shopping, and parks. Key Highlights: Bed/Bath: 1 Bed, 1 Bath Interior Features: Original hardwood floors, decorative fireplace, ceiling fan, high ceilings, detailed trim work Bathroom: Vintage clawfoot tub/shower, updated vinyl plank flooring Kitchen: Functional layout with white/grey cabinetry and electric stove Exterior & Location: Historic curb appeal with a shared front porch, located in the heart of the Highlands (40205) Exterior Balcony currently being restored so you can enjoy your downtime after a long days work!

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One-time. Refundable.

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About 1938 Deerwood Avenue

HomeApartments in LouisvilleDeer Park 1938 Deerwood Avenue

Charming Highlands Apartment at 1938 Deerwood Ave #2, Louisville, KY 40205 Discover classic Highlands character combined with cozy comfort in this beautiful 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom upper-level apartment. Stepping inside, you are greeted by gorgeous, original hardwood floors that run throughout the bright living space, high ceilings, a decorative fireplace mantle, and an abundance of natural light. The spacious bathroom features a vintage clawfoot tub with an overhead shower enclosure, updated flooring, and custom track lighting. The efficient kitchen offers plenty of cabinet storage, a double-basin sink, and direct access to a rear exit. Housed within a classic Victorian-style home featuring a welcoming front porch, this apartment sits in a walkable, highly sought-after neighborhood just minutes from Bardstown Road’s best dining, shopping, and parks. Key Highlights: Bed/Bath: 1 Bed, 1 Bath Interior Features: Original hardwood floors, decorative fireplace, ceiling fan, high ceilings, detailed trim work Bathroom: Vintage clawfoot tub/shower, updated vinyl plank flooring Kitchen: Functional layout with white/grey cabinetry and electric stove Exterior & Location: Historic curb appeal with a shared front porch, located in the heart of the Highlands (40205) Exterior Balcony currently being restored so you can enjoy your downtime after a long days work!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1938 Deerwood Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1938 Deerwood Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1938 Deerwood Avenue
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1938 Deerwood Avenue offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1938 Deerwood Avenue is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1938 Deerwood Avenue is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 1938 Deerwood Avenue to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 1938 Deerwood Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 miles away

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.3 miles away

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Rent trends in Deer Park

1-bedroom apartments at 1938 Deerwood Avenue cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Deer Park.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Deer Park
Louisville
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Louisville
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,112
December 2024$1,097
January 2025$1,089
February 2025$1,088
March 2025$1,026
April 2025$1,028
May 2025$1,050
June 2025$1,058
July 2025$1,069
August 2025$1,075
September 2025$1,092
October 2025$1,057
November 2025$1,072
December 2025$1,075
January 2026$1,059
February 2026$1,050
March 2026$1,050
April 2026$1,050
May 2026$1,050
June 2026$1,050
July 2026$1,048
August 2026$1,060
September 2026$1,071
October 2026$1,044
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Deer Park
MonthMedian Rent
March 2026$1,249

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$44,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,100.
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Schools near 1938 Deerwood Avenue

Peace Academy

2020 newburg rd

louisville, KY, 40205

PK, K-12Public

Bloom Elementary School

1627 lucia ave

louisville, KY, 40204

K-5Public
B

St. Joseph Children's Home

2823 frankfort ave

louisville, KY, 40206

K-8Public
C-

Kentucky School for the Blind

1867 frankfort ave

louisville, KY, 40206

K-12Public

Home of the Innocents School

1100 east market st

louisville, KY, 40206

K-12Public
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Getting around Louisville near 1938 Deerwood Ave

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1938 Deerwood Ave, Louisville

Groceries

6/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

9/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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