Northfield, KY

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Population
1,015
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
587 ft
Median Home Value
$513,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,659/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$111,250
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Northfield

Northfield is a quiet, leafy residential community in Louisville's East End, located about eight miles northeast of downtown. Home to roughly 1,200 residents, this small city grew out of historic Glenview farmland during the mid-1960s. Today, the neighborhood features well-kept mid-century ranch and traditional homes along peaceful, tree-lined streets. Brownsboro Road sits right at the edge of the community, offering quick connections to I-71, the Watterson Expressway, and scenic drives along the Ohio River corridor.

Residents enjoy the quiet pace of a small neighborhood while staying close to the area's top shopping, dining, and healthcare hubs. Families are served by Jefferson County Public Schools alongside several nearby private school options, while Northfield's local government handles neighborhood maintenance and core city services. Daily errands, grocery runs, and favorite local restaurants are just minutes away in neighboring St. Matthews and along US-42, making Northfield a convenient, comfortable spot for an easy Louisville commute.

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