LGBTQ+ in Louisville? (Frankfort, St. Matthews, Germantown: apartment, hotel, home)

[IrisCopper]

Hey all,

My wife got offered a job in Louisville, and one of my biggest concerns about potentially moving there is the fact that we're a gay couple. I know Louisville is more chill re: LGBTQ people than the rest of the state, but I'm still a bit apprehensive. What neighborhoods would be best for us to look at for an apartment, and what ones might best be avoided? We're taking a trip soon before she makes a decision so we can get a feel for it ourselves, but any tips would be incredibly appreciated!

[Peter1948]

Originally Posted by IrisCopper

Hey all,

My wife got offered a job in Louisville, and one of my biggest concerns about potentially moving there is the fact that we're a gay couple. I know Louisville is more chill re: LGBTQ people than the rest of the state, but I'm still a bit apprehensive. What neighborhoods would be best for us to look at for an apartment, and what ones might best be avoided? We're taking a trip soon before she makes a decision so we can get a feel for it ourselves, but any tips would be incredibly appreciated!

Louisville is #11 in the USA in per capita gay population. We even have a gay hotel, unheard of in middle America. Play is one of the top drag shows between Chicago and Atlanta. Louisville the urban city is nothing like KY.

You will have zero problems especially inside 264. Many LGBTQs like the Highlands near at least half dozen gay bars

Wehave beautiful architecture,cheap rent, and oneof the top performing arts communities outside the coasts.

[funfunkyart]

There is a large, LGBTQ population in Louisville and in addition to the Highlands neighborhood, you could find Old Louisville, NULU, Germantown, and many other of our ecclectic neighborhoods to be very welcoming.

[HoraceDerwent]

All the above including Crescent Hill and the Frankfort Avenue area, from Mellwood Avenue all the way to St. Matthews has options as well. Great neighborhoods, some near parks and dozens of local restaurants and eateries.

[BurnInTheMil]

Louisville is actually one of the friendliest cities for LGBTQ+ around. You shouldn’t have any problems at all.

The Highlands, NuLu, Old Louisville, Crescent Hill, St Mathews, Butchertown, etc...are just a few neighborhoods that would be perfect. But honestly, the city as a whole would be fine. I think you will love it!

[KY_Transplant]

I agree with the other posters, you should be fine in Louisville, it is a very welcoming, diverse and liberal city. Louisville is nothing like the rest of Kentucky, which is a good thing, believe me.

[Peter1948]

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Louisville is 100% gay friendly and not only that, a very LGBTQ city demographically. That culture pervades every aspect of the city especially inside the Watterson. You will be utterly shocked at the number of gays here. Heck, we even have a gay hotel, one of the only ones you will find in middle America (Vu).

[Mr. In-Between]

Anyone who reads this forum knows that there aren't many things I like about Louisville, but even I am glad to say that that's one thing you DON'T have to worry about here. I came here from the Twin Cities ("Frisco on the prairie"), so that's my reference point, and even from that perspective I see Louisville as a great option for GLBT immigrants. Cross that one right off your list, and welcome to Kentucky if you do decide to make the move.

[GraniteStater]

Originally Posted by Mr. In-Between

Anyone who reads this forum knows that there aren't many things I like about Louisville, but even I am glad to say that that's one thing you DON'T have to worry about here. I came here from the Twin Cities ("Frisco on the prairie"), so that's my reference point, and even from that perspective I see Louisville as a great option for GLBT immigrants. Cross that one right off your list, and welcome to Kentucky if you do decide to make the move.

Good summary as well. I generally much prefer the Upper Midwest over Louisville and the Ohio Valley, but that is because I have also lived in both places- so have a bit of perspective. You may pay more in taxes in the Upper Midwest but the overall quality of life is much better overall in many categories.

[Peter1948]

Originally Posted by GraniteStater

Good summary as well. I generally much prefer the Upper Midwest over Louisville and the Ohio Valley, but that is because I have also lived in both places- so have a bit of perspective. You may pay more in taxes in the Upper Midwest but the overall quality of life is much better overall in many categories.

That’s strictly an opinion.

Factually, Louisville is much cheaper, less traffic, great economy, more overall commercial growth (or at least equal) and substantially better weather.
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This isn’t the forum for comparisons though.

Louisville has the 11th highest per capita gay population. There are two annual pride parades, gay hotel, gay neighborhood, and gay periodicals. One of my best friends is gay and we enjoy the drag at Play, the best gay dancebar between Chicago and Atlanta.

Most the people I find who really dislike Louisville simply are disengaged. Many cultural amenities they ignore and are focused on home “which is better.”. I had that attitude when I lived there the first time around many years ago. Louisville today is rocking!