1890 Traditional house in Louisville, Kentucky - $835k

Magnificent Traditional house for sale in Louisville, Kentucky. Built in 1890, natural oak staircase, 11 original fireplaces, tall ceilings, oak and pine flooring, brick carriage house, 3-car garage, in-ground pool, 6 bedrooms, 5657 square feet. $835,000.

1890 Traditional house Louisville Kentucky - 1 - front view

House overview

What an amazing opportunity in Old Louisville where old world charm and modern conveniences are melded together seamlessly.

This magnificent property offers over 4657 square feet of living space in the main house which offers 2 first floor bedrooms and a full bath, there is a newer brick carriage house offering a 3-car garage plus a deluxe 1000+ square feet 1-bedroom apartment with laundry, a heated saltwater fiberglass 4 ½’ deep in-ground pool, outdoor shower, a private bathroom for pool users on the 1st floor of the carriage house, an outdoor fireplace, a hot tub and a built in grilling station. The grand façade is gorgeous with a single two-story round bay.

This home offers so many options, a wonderful single-family home with full guest quarters on the 3rd floor or in the carriage house (both with full kitchens), option to rent one or both spaces, potential Airbnb opportunity for an owner occupant.

Interior

Upon entering the elegant foyer through the double doors with leaded glass transom you will love the 1st floor round bay sitting area with gorgeous original fireplace, quarter sawn inlaid oak flooring.

Original pocket doors are in place between the foyer and formal front parlor and the parlor to the banquet size dining room.

The dining room has a wonderful built-in wet bar with glass face cabinetry, granite top and a hammered copper sink.

Behind the dining room is the family room with cast iron mantel, which is totally open to the wonderful fully equipped kitchen with exposed brick, quartz countertops with hex tile backsplash, a large center island, a Zline gas range and a planning desk. Behind this area are 2 bedrooms with a newly updated full bath (a rarity in Old Louisville).

Other floors

Up the grand natural oak staircase with stunning stained-glass window to the 2nd floor where you will find a huge primary suite with private bath (claw-foot tub and shower), water closet, walk-in closet, a dressing room with island and laundry.

On this floor you will find the round room which is perfect for a home office or reading room. There is also another large bedroom on this floor with a full bath with tub/shower combination off the hallway.

Up to the 3rd floor, where you will find a full apartment with a living room (could be used as the 6th bedroom in the main house), a bedroom, an eat-in kitchen and a newly renovated full bathroom with tub/shower combination.

This apartment has a separate side entry utilizing the original rear staircase for access. The rear staircase could be opened back up to the main house on the 2nd floor very easily if desired.

Additional features

Don’t forget the living quarters above the brick 3-car garage as well for additional living space, Airbnb, guest quarters or rental income.

This home has wonderful curb appeal and gorgeous grounds. Tall ceilings, oak and pine flooring, incredible inlays in some of the rooms, 11 original fireplaces, pocket doors and beautiful millwork are all reminiscent of the 19th century construction (circa 1890).

Water/Sewer average $155/mo. LG&E average $771/mo. (5 separate meters for main house/3rd floor apt./carriage house apt.).

House details

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 6
Interior area: 5,657 sqft
Lot size: 9,147.6 sqft
Year built: 1890
Style: Traditional
State: Kentucky
Price: $835,000
Photos and info: RE/MAX Results
Contact: Michael Mawood, RE/MAX Results
- Tel: (502) 253-9100
- Email: kyhouseguy@aol.com
Address: 1212 S 2nd St, Louisville, KY 40203