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Highlights
- Cozy living space
- Pet-friendly
- No smoking
- Convenient laundry machines
Location
523 Park Ave, Louisville, KY 40208, USA|Old Louisville
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Property Overview
523 Park Avenue offers strong overall appeal with an 8.5 Expert Rating, standout value, and excellent marks for amenities and location. It also features a cozy living space, pet-friendly policies, no smoking, convenient laundry machines, and is noted for sustainability-minded living with nearby parks, public transit, walkability, and recycling or composting options.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Dishwasher
Great for
Eco living
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $795 /mo | 1 unit available | Cozy studio apartment located in the heart of Old Louisville. This charming unit offers a comfortable and functional living space with easy access to local restaurants, parks, and downtown Louisville. The building also features convenient coin-operated laundry machines in the basement for residents. Rent: $795/month Utilities Package: $75/month, which includes water and trash. Pet Policy: Pet-friendly with a $300 non-refundable pet fee and $35/month pet rent. Call us today to schedule a showing. Se habla Español. Rental Requirements: Satisfactory credit score, No prior evictions, No smoking inside the unit, Income must be at least 2.5x the monthly rent, No outstanding balances with previous landlords or apartment communities |
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Amenities for 523 Park Avenue
Appliances
| Fridge | Microwave |
| Oven | Refrigerator |
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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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
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About 523 Park Avenue
Cozy studio apartment located in the heart of Old Louisville. This charming unit offers a comfortable and functional living space with easy access to local restaurants, parks, and downtown Louisville. The building also features convenient coin-operated laundry machines in the basement for residents. Rent: $795/month Utilities Package: $75/month, which includes water and trash. Pet Policy: Pet-friendly with a $300 non-refundable pet fee and $35/month pet rent. Call us today to schedule a showing. Se habla Español. Rental Requirements: Satisfactory credit score, No prior evictions, No smoking inside the unit, Income must be at least 2.5x the monthly rent, No outstanding balances with previous landlords or apartment communities
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 523 Park Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 523 Park 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.
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.
523 Park 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·9A 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.
523 Park Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including fridge. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 523 Park Avenue receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
523 Park 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·6A 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 523 Park Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
523 Park Avenue provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
523 Park Avenue is great for:
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 523 Park Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
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Rent trends in Old Louisville
1-bedroom apartments at 523 Park Avenue cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Old Louisville.
Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Old Louisville
Louisville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $842 |
| August 2024 | $877 |
| September 2024 | $818 |
| October 2024 | $806 |
| November 2024 | $879 |
| December 2024 | $884 |
| January 2025 | $918 |
| February 2025 | $904 |
| March 2025 | $891 |
| April 2025 | $893 |
| May 2025 | $898 |
| June 2025 | $867 |
| July 2025 | $874 |
| August 2025 | $875 |
| September 2025 | $907 |
| October 2025 | $929 |
| November 2025 | $935 |
| December 2025 | $964 |
| January 2026 | $971 |
| February 2026 | $933 |
| March 2026 | $913 |
| April 2026 | $915 |
| May 2026 | $899 |
| June 2026 | $882 |
| July 2026 | $890 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $751 |
| August 2024 | $811 |
| September 2024 | $649 |
| October 2024 | $637 |
| November 2024 | $708 |
| December 2024 | $705 |
| January 2025 | $746 |
| February 2025 | $810 |
| March 2025 | $745 |
| April 2025 | $724 |
| May 2025 | $745 |
| June 2025 | $749 |
| July 2025 | $759 |
| August 2025 | $764 |
| September 2025 | $721 |
| October 2025 | $724 |
| November 2025 | $801 |
| December 2025 | $825 |
| January 2026 | $787 |
| February 2026 | $764 |
| March 2026 | $775 |
| April 2026 | $777 |
| May 2026 | $819 |
| June 2026 | $757 |
| July 2026 | $789 |
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Can I afford to live at 523 Park Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$31,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $795.
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Schools near 523 Park Avenue
Pathfinder School of Innovation
900 s floyd st
louisville, KY, 40203
K-12Public
C-
Dawson Orman Education Center
900 s floyd st
louisville, KY, 40203
PKPublic
Wheatley Elementary School
1107 south 17th st
louisville, KY, 40210
K-5Public
C-
Churchill Park School
435 boxley ave
louisville, KY, 40209
PK, K-12Public
Home of the Innocents Discovery
1100 east market st
louisville, KY, 40206
PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Old Louisville | Louisville, KY
Getting around Louisville near 523 Park Ave
Walking
7/10
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
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 523 Park Ave, Louisville
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
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
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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