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Shepherdsville

Real Estate Agency in Shepherdsville, KY

Compass and Key Group helps buyers and sellers in Shepherdsville and across Bullitt County, from the historic county seat on the Salt River to the neighborhoods along I-65 between Louisville and Elizabethtown. Our team checks city limits, school zones and commute routes for every home, so you can buy or sell in Shepherdsville with confidence.

$384,832

Average Sales Price

$342,450

Median Sales Price

190

Total Listings

34,516

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Living in Shepherdsville, KY

Shepherdsville is the county seat of Bullitt County and sits on the banks of the Salt River, just south of Louisville along I-65. It has deep roots: the town grew around Adam Shepherd's mill on the Salt River and was chartered in 1793, near the salt licks known as Bullitt's Lick. When the Kentucky Turnpike (today's I-65) came through in the 1950s, Louisville commuters started moving in, and that mix of small-town county seat and Louisville suburb still defines Shepherdsville today.

Getting around

  • Louisville: downtown is about 20 miles north on I-65
  • Elizabethtown: about 26 miles south on I-65
  • Mount Washington: east on KY 44 (Mt. Washington Road), which meets I-65 at Exit 117 in Shepherdsville
  • Fort Knox: KY 44 runs west from Shepherdsville to US 31W near West Point, the route signed toward Fort Knox

Schools

Shepherdsville is served by Bullitt County Public Schools. Most of the city is zoned for Bullitt Central High School, which is located in Shepherdsville. Northern areas are served by North Bullitt High School (it has a Shepherdsville mailing address but sits in Hebron Estates), and the far eastern edge is served by Bullitt East High School in Mount Washington. Elementary and middle schools are assigned by attendance zone.

Because a Shepherdsville mailing address can fall into more than one high school zone, we check each home against the district's school assignments before you write an offer.

Choosing where to buy in Shepherdsville

Buyers here usually narrow things down with a few practical questions, and we help you answer each one for every home you tour:

  • Inside or outside city limits? Homes inside the city get city services such as police, fire and the city's wastewater (sewer) department, and city property tax is combined onto the county tax bill. A Shepherdsville mailing address doesn't always mean a home is inside city limits, so we confirm it for every property.
  • Which high school zone? The street address decides whether a home feeds Bullitt Central, North Bullitt or Bullitt East.
  • Older or newer? Older homes sit near the historic downtown by the Salt River, with suburban housing that has grown out from I-65 since the turnpike era. Near the river, we also check flood zone status before you commit.
  • Which way do you drive? North toward Louisville, south toward Elizabethtown, or west on KY 44 toward Fort Knox. Being close to an I-65 interchange makes a real difference on a daily commute.

Work, healthcare and everyday life

Shepherdsville's spot on I-65 has drawn large warehouse and distribution centers to trade parks off the interstate, and many residents also commute north into Louisville. UofL Health South Hospital on West Hebron Lane gives Bullitt County its own inpatient hospital, with an emergency room, surgery and cardiac care. The city's Parks and Recreation department runs Frank E. Simon Park, the Paroquet Springs Conference Centre hosts conferences, trade shows and social events, and Bernheim Forest and Arboretum and the James B. Beam distillery are a short drive south in Clermont.

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Bathrooms 2 2
Bedrooms 3.18 3
Year Built 2001 2006
Lot Size 105,851 Sqft 20,037 Sqft
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Shepherdsville Real Estate FAQ

Is Shepherdsville, KY a good place to live?

For many buyers, yes. Shepherdsville is the county seat of Bullitt County and sits on I-65 about 20 miles south of downtown Louisville and about 26 miles north of Elizabethtown, so you get a smaller-town setting with an easy drive to Louisville jobs. It's served by Bullitt County Public Schools, has its own inpatient hospital in UofL Health South Hospital, and Bernheim Forest is a short drive south. Whether it's the right fit depends on your commute, school zone and budget, and we're happy to talk that through with you.

What is Shepherdsville, KY known for?

History and location. The area was first known as Bullitt's Lick, after salt licks found in 1773, and it was home to Kentucky's first commercial salt works. Adam Shepherd founded the town around his mill on the Salt River, and it was chartered in 1793. In the 1800s, Paroquet Springs drew visitors to its mineral-water spa, a name the Paroquet Springs Conference Centre carries today. Shepherdsville is also the county seat of Bullitt County.

What is there to do in Shepherdsville, KY?

Close to home, Shepherdsville residents use Frank E. Simon Park and the city's other parks and recreation programs, and the Paroquet Springs Conference Centre hosts conferences, trade shows and social events. A short drive south in Clermont, Bernheim Forest and Arboretum offers more than 16,000 acres with trails, lakes and gardens, and the James B. Beam distillery has a visitor outpost and restaurant. Bullitt County's Wine, Whiskey & Ale Trail links distilleries, wineries and a brewery around the county, and Louisville's attractions are an easy drive north on I-65.

What schools serve Shepherdsville, KY?

Shepherdsville is part of Bullitt County Public Schools. Most of the city is zoned for Bullitt Central High School, located in Shepherdsville. Northern areas are served by North Bullitt High School, which has a Shepherdsville mailing address but sits in Hebron Estates, and the far eastern edge is served by Bullitt East High School in Mount Washington. Elementary and middle schools are assigned by zone. Since one Shepherdsville mailing address can land in different zones, we verify school assignment for each home before you write an offer.

How do property taxes work in Shepherdsville and Bullitt County?

The Bullitt County Property Valuation Administrator (PVA) assesses each property at fair cash value as of January 1; the PVA doesn't set tax rates. The Bullitt County Sheriff's Office collects state, county, school and district property taxes, and bills usually arrive in early fall with a discount for paying early. Shepherdsville does levy a city property tax, but it's combined onto the county bill, so city homeowners don't get a separate city bill. Kentucky's homestead exemption for owners 65 and older or classified as totally disabled is applied for through the Bullitt County PVA.

How far is Shepherdsville from Louisville, Elizabethtown and Fort Knox?

Shepherdsville sits right on I-65. Downtown Louisville is about 20 miles north and Elizabethtown is about 26 miles south, both straight shots on the interstate. For Fort Knox, KY 44 runs west from Shepherdsville to US 31W near West Point, and the KY 44 exit on I-65 (Exit 117) is signed toward Fort Knox. KY 44 also heads east to Mount Washington. When you're comparing homes, we look at which interchange or route you'll use every day, since that can matter as much as the address.

What help is available for first-time homebuyers in Shepherdsville?

Shepherdsville buyers can use Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC) programs, which include affordable mortgages, down payment assistance, homebuyer education and access to housing counselors. KHC programs are offered through approved lenders, and KHC's website lets you look up approved lenders and check eligibility. Each program has its own requirements, so it pays to talk with a lender early. We can connect you with Louisville-area and Bullitt County lenders who use these programs regularly, then help you shop for homes that fit the loan.

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