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$247,940$169 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 98How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

8517 FOREST WAY DR

LOUISVILLE, KY 40258
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,471 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
26.96 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$248K
$242K low$254K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,907 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$216,240 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$216,240
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$146,410
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$216,240

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.42
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
5
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyJEFFERSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.26.96
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Conway Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Pleasure Ridge Park High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Greenwood Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi

District: Jefferson County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 40258These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,019
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,051 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,555
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,410
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

8517 Forest Way Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 73% of homes in Louisville 40258
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Louisville 40258
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Louisville 40258
  • Among the largest lots in Louisville 40258
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Jefferson County

What homes are worth in Louisville 40258

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$147K$362K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Louisville 40258.

How it measures up in Louisville 40258

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Louisville 40258.

Estimated value$247,940
CheaperTypical $223,600Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$169
CheaperTypical $191Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area1,471 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,150 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size26.96 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 8517 Forest Way Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLouisville 40258Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$247,94073% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16922% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,471 ft²84% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than26.96 acalmost all homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than199781% of homes84% of homes

About 8517 Forest Way Dr

How much is 8517 Forest Way Dr, Louisville, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8517 Forest Way Dr, Louisville, KY is $247,940 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $241,839 to $254,041. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8517 Forest Way Dr, Louisville, KY last sell?

8517 Forest Way Dr, Louisville, KY last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8517 Forest Way Dr, Louisville, KY?

8517 Forest Way Dr, Louisville, KY has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,471 square feet of living space and a 26.96-acre lot.

When was 8517 Forest Way Dr, Louisville, KY built?

8517 Forest Way Dr, Louisville, KY was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8517 Forest Way Dr, Louisville, KY?

8517 Forest Way Dr, Louisville, KY is assigned to Conway Middle School (middle), rated D; Pleasure Ridge Park High School (high), rated D; Greenwood Elementary School (elementary), rated F. All sit in Jefferson County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8517 Forest Way Dr, Louisville, KY compare to other homes in Louisville 40258?

Among the 9,976 homes in Louisville 40258, it is worth more than 73% of them ($247,940 against a typical $223,600), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($169 against a typical $191), it is bigger than 84% of them (1,471 ft² against a typical 1,150 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (26.96 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (1997 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 46% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8517 Forest Way Dr, Louisville, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8517 Forest Way Dr, Louisville, KY was $1,907. The county assessed it at $216,240.

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