Home was built by Dr. and Mrs. Maurice Rabb in 1957 and has had only one other owner. In 1953, Dr. Rabb became the first African-American member of the Jefferson County Medical Society. An influential local civil rights pioneer, he hosted many meetings here throughout the 1960s. During the sit-in demonstrations, he helped post bail for those arrested. His crowning achievement was full desegregation of the Louisville Police Department in 1965. He also sat on the national board of directors of the NAACP. His wife Jewel was a much-loved math teacher at Central High. Features of this beautifully well built home are; entry hall has blue slate floors, glass partition with planter between hall and living room/dining room. The living room/dining room has large windows, marble gas fireplace and hardwood floors. Large eat in kitchen with cabinets custom made 13 cabinets (the 2 cabinet doors over the stove just hide the exhaust vents), a pantry and 11 drawers, dishwasher, garbage disposal. Heated window flower box. The family room is carpeted with sliding doors which lead to three season sunroom. From sunroom can exit onto patio and into fenced backyard. Sunroom is an addition to the house. Master bedroom 2 closets; ceiling fan; carpet; 2 windows; master bathroom with tub and shower, additional heat unit, vent. Guest bathroom features tub with shower, custom made vanity with four drawers and storage under the sink. Closet with shelves for linens etc. Custom made stained glass window reflects various colors and shades. 2 functioning gas hearth fireplaces, pocket doors, wiring and speakers throughout the house, outdoor electrical outlets...the list of features could go on. The home has many retro features but is very well maintained and cared for. Your buyers may enjoy the original features of the home with confidence of condition or they may want to come in and update it and make it their own. Home is within 1/2 mile of three parks including the River Walk. 2-10 Home Warranty included. Non-conforming square footage is the seasonal sunroom.
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