Opportunity meets potential at 510 W Southern Ave! This early-1900s Covington home offers 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths with several updates already completed, including refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, new carpet upstairs, LVP flooring on the main level, updated lighting, a refreshed kitchen, renovated half bath, and a spacious new deck. A finished attic adds approximately 348 sq ft of additional space (to be verified), providing flexibility for a home office, guest area, or additional living space. Ideal for investors, handy buyers, or those exploring renovation financing options--including VA renovation loans--this property offers a great opportunity to customize and build equity. Located just minutes from MainStrasse Village, Devou Park, local restaurants, breweries, and the Covington riverfront, this home combines character, location, and upside potential in a prime NKY setting.
Sold for $215,000
$215,000
510 W Southern Ave, Covington, KY 41015
3beds
1,488sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1914
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$227,700 Zestimate®
$144/sqft
$1,676 Estimated rent
Home value
$227,700
$216,000 - $239,000
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Refinished hardwood floorsNew carpet upstairsSpacious new deckFresh paintRefreshed kitchenUpdated lightingRenovated half bath
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Listed by:
Timothy Kidwell 859-338-0554,
Coldwell Banker Realty FM
Bought with:
Keith Bischoff, 265032
Huff Realty - CC
Source: NKMLS,MLS#: 640363
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Carpet Flooring, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Carpet Flooring, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Carpet Flooring, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floors
- Level: First
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Entry
- Features: Tile Flooring
- Level: First
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10 x 8
Kitchen
- Features: Vinyl Flooring, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Living room
- Features: Hardwood Floors
- Level: First
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Windows: Vinyl Clad Window(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,488
- Total interior livable area: 1,488 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0561108062.00
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1914
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Covington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $144/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $169,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,234
- Date on market: 5/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 85 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/29/2026 | Sold | $215,000-6.5%$144/sqft |
Source:  NKMLS #640363 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2026 | Pending sale | $229,900$155/sqft |
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| 3/25/2026 | Price change | $229,900-2.2%$155/sqft |
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| 3/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $235,000$158/sqft |
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| 3/4/2026 | Listing removed | $235,000$158/sqft |
Source:  Huff Realty #638925 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2026 | Price change | $235,000-2.9%$158/sqft |
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| 2/9/2026 | Price change | $242,000-2%$163/sqft |
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| 1/26/2026 | Price change | $247,000-2.8%$166/sqft |
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| 1/16/2026 | Price change | $254,000-1.9%$171/sqft |
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| 1/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $259,000+52.4%$174/sqft |
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| 10/26/2021 | Sold | $169,900$114/sqft |
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| 9/13/2021 | Pending sale | $169,900$114/sqft |
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| 9/10/2021 | Listed for sale | $169,900+32.8%$114/sqft |
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| 5/24/2018 | Listing removed | $127,900$86/sqft |
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| 5/23/2018 | Listed for sale | $127,900+4%$86/sqft |
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| 5/22/2018 | Sold | $123,000-3.8%$83/sqft |
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| 4/11/2018 | Pending sale | $127,900$86/sqft |
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| 3/23/2018 | Listed for sale | $127,900+382.6%$86/sqft |
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| 7/30/2014 | Sold | $26,500+15.2%$18/sqft |
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| 7/3/2014 | Listed for sale | $23,000-62.9%$15/sqft |
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| 12/5/2013 | Listing removed | $62,000$42/sqft |
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| 9/11/2013 | Price change | $62,000-15.3%$42/sqft |
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| 5/13/2013 | Price change | $73,200-8.5%$49/sqft |
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| 4/24/2013 | Price change | $80,000-11.1%$54/sqft |
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| 3/12/2013 | Listed for sale | $90,000-9.5%$60/sqft |
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| 5/2/2012 | Listing removed | $99,500$67/sqft |
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| 12/31/2011 | Price change | $99,500-5.2%$67/sqft |
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| 12/22/2011 | Listed for sale | $105,000+2.9%$71/sqft |
Source: Huff Realty #394873 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2004 | Sold | $102,000+90.7%$69/sqft |
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| 2/5/2004 | Sold | $53,500$36/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,234 -1.3% | $169,900 |
| 2023 | $2,263 +0.8% | $169,900 |
| 2022 | $2,244 +19.6% | $169,900 +38.1% |
| 2021 | $1,876 -19.9% | $123,000 |
| 2020 | $2,344 | $123,000 |
| 2019 | $2,344 +45.4% | $123,000 +23% |
| 2018 | $1,612 | $100,000 |
| 2017 | $1,612 +127% | $100,000 +277.4% |
| 2015 | $710 -64.1% | $26,500 -74% |
| 2014 | $1,975 | $102,000 |
| 2013 | $1,975 | $102,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $102,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $102,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $102,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $102,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $102,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $102,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $102,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $102,000 +45.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $70,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $70,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $70,000 +16.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $60,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $60,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 41015
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Ninth District Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Holmes Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 1/10Holmes High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Holmes Middle School
- High: Holmes Senior High
Source: NKMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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