Welcome to 8040 Watterson Trail-an exceptional ranch home set on approximately 1.15 private acres, designed for both everyday comfort and effortless entertaining. This 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers a spacious and functional layout, including an expanded family room and suite. The kitchen and bathrooms have been thoughtfully updated, blending modern convenience with timeless style. Step outside to a true backyard retreat. The heated in-ground pool, complete with a new cover, is complemented by a fully equipped pool house featuring a shower and outdoor kitchen, ideal for hosting guests without ever needing to enter the main house. The grounds are beautifully landscaped with mature trees and natural privacy throughout. Additional highlights include a home generator for peace of mind, new roof (2025) and a 30x40' outbuilding with a carport. Conveniently located with easy access to all areas of Jefferson County, this property offers a rare combination of space, privacy and amenities.
Sold for $543,400
$543,400
8040 Watterson Trl, Louisville, KY 40291
3beds
3,046sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
1.15 Acres Lot
$543,500 Zestimate®
$178/sqft
$3,047 Estimated rent
Home value
$543,500
$516,000 - $571,000
$3,047/mo
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Heated in-ground poolSpacious and functional layout
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Listed by:
Steve Hughes,
Foundation Real Estate
Bought with:
The Noe Group, 222046
Lenihan Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS,MLS#: 1713928
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Full bathroom
- Level: First
Half bathroom
- Level: First
Dining area
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Family room
- Description: Wet Bar
- Level: Basement
Great room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: Eat in Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Other
- Description: Screened Porch
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,457
- Total interior livable area: 3,046 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,457
- Finished area below ground: 589
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Entry Front
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 1.15 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 22004401230000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Louisville
- Subdivision: None
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/12/2026 | Sold | $543,400-1.2%$178/sqft |
Source:  Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1713928 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2026 | Pending sale | $549,900$181/sqft |
Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1713928 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,900+29.4%$181/sqft |
Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1713928 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2017 | Sold | $425,000$140/sqft |
Source: Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS #1475890 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2017 | Pending sale | $425,000$140/sqft |
Source: Lenihan Sotheby's International Realty #1475890 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2017 | Listed for sale | $425,000$140/sqft |
Source: Lenihan Sotheby's International Realty #1475890 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,383 +9.2% | $470,170 +12.4% |
| 2023 | $4,930 -0.3% | $418,480 |
| 2022 | $4,946 -8.8% | $418,480 |
| 2021 | $5,422 +5.7% | $418,480 -1.5% |
| 2020 | $5,130 | $425,000 |
| 2019 | $5,130 +3.1% | $425,000 |
| 2018 | $4,975 | $425,000 +60.5% |
| 2017 | $4,975 +116.4% | $264,870 +15.2% |
| 2013 | $2,299 | $229,930 |
| 2011 | $2,299 | $229,930 |
| 2010 | $2,299 +19.3% | $229,930 +19.3% |
| 2009 | $1,927 | $192,670 |
| 2007 | -- | $192,670 +7.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $178,680 |
| 2005 | -- | $178,680 |
| 2004 | -- | $178,680 |
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Neighborhood: Fern Creek
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Watterson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Ramsey Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.4 mi
- 2/10Fern Creek Traditional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
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