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Sold for $495,000
  • $495,000

    1285 Royal Ave, Louisville, KY 40204

    3beds
    2,032sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1926
    6,098 Square Feet Lot
    $497,900 Zestimate®
    $244/sqft
    $2,206 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $497,900

    $473,000 - $523,000

    $2,206/mo

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    What's special

    Modern upgradesTouch-activated faucetEasily accessible attic storageBright updated kitchenMarble tile backsplashGe appliancesNew wooden privacy fence
    Newly refinished wood floors, modern upgrades, and a prime location near Bardstown Road and Cherokee Park welcome you to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home. With 2,000 square feet of living space and an expansive 900-square-foot basement, this character-filled home offers flexibility, comfort, and thoughtful updates throughout. The open-concept living and dining room flow seamlessly into a bright, updated kitchen featuring GE appliances, a new refrigerator, touch-activated faucet, marble tile backsplash, and hardwired under-cabinet lighting—designed for both functionality and style. The main level includes one bedroom and a full bath, ideal for guests or convenient single-level living. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms and a second full bath with fresh tile, along with easily accessible attic storage, with no ladders or pull-down stairs required. The basement includes one finished room, with additional space currently used as a home gym, home theater, and office, plus ample storage and laundry hookups that include a gas dryer connection. Out back, enjoy a sunny, private yard perfect for a vegetable garden. A new patio and pergola with custom blinds offer a shaded retreat, surrounded by mature trees, curated landscaping, and stunning fall foliage. The front yard stays shaded most of the day, offering lovely curb appeal. The pull-through garage connects to both the front driveway and alley, offering rare convenience and additional parking options. Additional upgrades and features include: - New roof in 2022 (25 year shingles) - Navien tankless water heater - Carrier high-efficiency HVAC - New sump pump and French drain system - Basement waterproofing by Case Foundations with a transferable lifetime warranty - Updated breaker panel, GFCI outlets, and new exterior and garage outlets - New wooden privacy fence - Wrought iron safety barriers and gate by Louisville Iron Works - Custom storm door at rear entry Situated on a quiet residential street between two vibrant neighborhoods, this home is: - Steps from Bardstown Road and Cherokee Park - Just around the corner from Germantown's thriving restaurant row - Less than a mile from Bloom Elementary and within its cluster With thoughtful updates, flexible living spaces, and unbeatable access to all the Highlands has to offer, this home has everything you need to live comfortably and stylishly in one of Louisville's most sought-after locations.

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    Listed by:

    Jennifer Ditty Kang,

    Homepage Realty

    Bought with:

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    Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS,MLS#: 1705176MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Bedroom
    • Level: First
    Bedroom
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom
    • Level: Second
    Full bathroom
    • Level: First
    Full bathroom
    • Level: Second
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    Family room
    • Level: First
    Kitchen
    • Level: First
    Office
    • Level: Basement
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Features
    • Basement: Partially Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,782
    • Total interior livable area: 2,032 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,782
    • Finished area below ground: 250

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Attached, Entry Front, Entry Rear, Driveway
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
    • Fencing: Full,Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 6,098 Square Feet
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 028C00280000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stone
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1926

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Castleton
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Louisville

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $244/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $366,190
    • Annual tax amount: $4,702
    • Date on market: 12/11/2025
    • Electric utility on property: Yes

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/13/2026Sold$495,000$244/sqft
    Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1705176 Report a problem
    2/11/2026Pending sale$495,000$244/sqft
    Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1705176 Report a problem
    1/19/2026Contingent$495,000$244/sqft
    Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1705176 Report a problem
    1/16/2026Price change$495,000-1%$244/sqft
    Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1705176 Report a problem
    11/14/2025Price change$500,000-2.9%$246/sqft
    Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1702158 Report a problem
    10/30/2025Listed for sale$515,000-2.6%$253/sqft
    Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1702158 Report a problem
    10/30/2025Listing removed$529,000$260/sqft
    Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1700507 Report a problem
    10/10/2025Listed for sale$529,000$260/sqft
    Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1700507 Report a problem
    10/10/2025Listing removed$529,000$260/sqft
    Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1698204 Report a problem
    9/19/2025Listed for sale$529,000+69.6%$260/sqft
    Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1698204 Report a problem
    3/9/2011Sold$312,000+35.7%$154/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
    8/10/2005Sold$230,000$113/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$4,702 +3.3%$366,190 +7.9%
    2023$4,553 -1.3%$339,250
    2022$4,614 -5.8%$339,250
    2021$4,896 +20.2%$339,250 +14.5%
    2020$4,073 $296,410
    2019$4,073 +3.8%$296,410
    2018$3,925 $296,410
    2017$3,925 +25.8%$296,410 -5%
    2013$3,120 +35.7%$312,000 +35.7%
    2011$2,300 $230,000
    2010$2,300 $230,000
    2009$2,300 $230,000
    2007-- $230,000
    2006-- $230,000 +22.3%
    2005-- $188,130
    2004-- $188,130
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Tyler Park

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