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  • Price cut: $25K (6/30)
    $974,900

    1226 Summit Ave, Louisville, KY 40204

    6beds
    3,837sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1949
    0.5 Acres Lot
    $923,900 Zestimate®
    $254/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Mature landscapingRare half-acre lotCharming pool houseGorgeous hardwood floors throughoutLuxurious primary suite
    Discover one of the most exceptional Highlands homes for sale in Louisville, KY, offering over 3,800 square feet of beautifully updated living space on a rare half-acre lot in one of the Highlands' most desirable locations. This meticulously maintained historic home combines timeless character with modern updates, featuring 6 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, and a unique gardener's basement bath that's ideal for poolside living and outdoor entertaining. Rich in original charm, this Louisville Highlands home showcases gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, including a completely refurbished second floor completed in 2021. The luxurious primary suite features a stunning marble bathroom renovation (2020), creating a spa-inspired retreat with elegant finishes and exceptional craftsmanship. The private backyard is an entertainer's dream, highlighted by a sparkling in-ground swimming pool installed in 2012 with a new liner in 2024, a charming pool house, mature landscaping, and expansive outdoor living space perfect for relaxing or hosting family and friends. A spacious 2.5-car garage with a storage loft offers plenty of room for vehicles, hobbies, and additional storage. Major mechanical updates provide peace of mind, including a 2017 HVAC system enhanced with a Remedy Halo whole-home air purification system for year-round comfort and improved indoor air quality. If you're searching for a luxury home in the Highlands, a historic Louisville home with modern updates, a six-bedroom home with a pool, or a move-in-ready home in Louisville, Kentucky, this extraordinary property offers an unmatched combination of location, space, character, and lifestyle. Conveniently located near Cherokee Park, Bardstown Road, local restaurants, shopping, parks, and some of Louisville's most beloved neighborhood amenities, this is a rare opportunity to own one of the Highlands' premier homes.
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    Listed by:

    Cameron Schanie 502-419-0673,

    Premier Homes Realty

    Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS,MLS#: 1718452MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 6
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom
      • Level: First
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom
      • Level: Third
      Primary bathroom
      • Level: Second
      Full bathroom
      • Level: Second
      Half bathroom
      • Level: Third
      Half bathroom
      • Level: Basement
      Breakfast room
      • Level: First
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      Foyer
      • Level: First
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      Living room
      • Level: First
      Loft
      • Level: Third
      Other
      • Level: First
      Other
      • Level: Third
      Heating
      • Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Features
      • Basement: Walk-Up Access,Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,837
      • Total interior livable area: 3,837 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 3,837
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Detached, Lower Level
      • Garage spaces: 3
      Features
      • Stories: 3
      • Patio & porch: Enclosed, Porch
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: In Ground
      • Fencing: Other
      Lot
      • Size: 0.5 Acres
      • Dimensions: 140 x 155
      • Features: Corner Lot, Level
      Details
      • Additional structures: Garage(s), Pool House
      • Parcel number: 09028B00300000

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stone, Stone Veneer
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1949

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Amhurst
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      Location
      • Region: Louisville

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $254/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $681,780
      • Annual tax amount: $8,754
      • Date on market: 5/29/2026
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

        $923,900

        $878,000 - $970,000

        $4,365/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/30/2026Price change$974,900-2.5%$254/sqft
        Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1718452 Report a problem
        5/29/2026Listed for sale$999,900+173.8%$261/sqft
        Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1718452 Report a problem
        6/12/2012Sold$365,130+8.2%$95/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
        1/7/2004Sold$337,500$88/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$8,754 +7.8%$681,780 +12.7%
        2023$8,121 -1.3%$605,140
        2022$8,230 -6%$605,140
        2021$8,758 +10.2%$605,140 +4.6%
        2020$7,950 $578,530
        2019$7,950 +3.8%$578,530
        2018$7,661 $578,530
        2017$7,661 +116.5%$578,530 +63.5%
        2013$3,539 $353,930
        2011$3,539 $353,930
        2010$3,539 $353,930
        2009$3,539 $353,930
        2007-- $353,930 +8.5%
        2006-- $326,300
        2005-- $326,300 +57.8%
        2004-- $206,750
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Tyler Park

        Getting around

        48 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        46 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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