Parkwood Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Parkwood is a quiet, established residential neighborhood in southeastern Louisville, Kentucky. Known for its tree-lined streets and strong sense of community, it offers a suburban feel with convenient access to the city.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood primarily features well-maintained single-family homes from the mid-20th century, along with some townhomes. The median home value is approximately $169,700, making it an affordable option within the Louisville area.
Schools & Education
Parkwood is served by the Jefferson County Public Schools district, with students often attending Coral Ridge Elementary, Newburg Middle, and Southern High School. Several well-regarded private and parochial schools are also located nearby.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy the neighborhood's namesake, Parkwood Park, which features playgrounds, sports fields, and walking paths. The nearby McNeely Lake Park offers fishing, hiking trails, and a golf course for additional outdoor activities.
Local Dining & Shopping
While primarily residential, Parkwood is close to major retail corridors like Preston Highway and Outer Loop, providing easy access to grocery stores, restaurants, and shopping centers. Local favorites include a mix of casual dining spots and national retailers.
Who Lives Here
Parkwood is a family-friendly neighborhood with a mix of long-time residents and younger families. The median household income is around $55,218, reflecting a stable, middle-class community.
Top Real Estate Agents in Parkwood, Louisville
Merit Criteria — Agents must hold an active license verified by
Kentucky Real Estate Commission (KREC), maintain a minimum 4.5-star consumer rating with
10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months, have
5+ years of documented experience, and pass both AI-assisted analysis and human editorial review. Fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets qualify. No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.
5 agents met the full merit gate for Parkwood, Louisville, KY, selected from over 22,000 licensed Kentucky professionals.
5.0 stars
116+ verified reviews
License: 1281043
Realm Real Estate
18+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (925) 588-1111
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.realmregroup.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/amberhom
Why selected: Selected for her active community involvement as a volunteer with Local Schools and supporter of Youth Sports Organizations. She combines this with over 1,000 transactions and 116 five-star reviews, placing her in the top 10% of agents.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.
5.0 stars
78+ verified reviews
License: 1458802
World Premier Realty WPR
21+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (925) 586-7023
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.worldprhomes.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Jerry%20Tijerina
Why selected: Selected for his 21-year community commitment with World Premier Realty, Gerardo Tijerina demonstrates exceptional performance with a perfect 5-star rating across 78 reviews and 309 career transactions.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.
5.0 stars
33+ verified reviews
License: 2163786
Re/Max Gold
20+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (559) 232-5668
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.thesalazargroupre.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Thesalazargroupre
Why selected: Selected for his prominent community leadership and nearly 20 years of expertise, Alex Salazar leads a top-performing team with a perfect 5-star rating across 33 reviews.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.
4.9 stars
21+ verified reviews
License: 1503319
Beltran Real Estate Group
18+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (925) 864-3239
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.beltranre.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/ElisaBeltranRealtor
Why selected: Selected for sustained community leadership and market excellence, with 4.9-star rating across 21 reviews and over 17 years of dedicated client service. Her practice is built on a strong foundation of market expertise and a transparent, client-centered philosophy.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.
5.0 stars
20+ verified reviews
License: 798268
SEEKING HOMES INC
22+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (925) 329-9999
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://seekinghomes.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Seeking%20Homes
Why selected: Selected for her deep community roots and leadership, including board positions and local engagement. She combines this with a strong 5.0-star rating and extensive development expertise.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.