#1688809, Listing office: RE/MAX Premier Properties
1232 S 6th St Louisville, KY 40203
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About 1232 S 6th St
One of Old Louisville's best hidden treasures on South 6th St. (just one block from Olmsted's Central Park) lies this magnificent 3-story solid brick Italianate nestled back off the street with its grand façade & full covered Southern front porch. This iconic piece of architecture was completely restored & renovated by an expert in 2010 with attention to detail in every space of this amazing Victorian home that offers 5158 Sq. Ft. of incredibly & consciously designed living spaces to incorporate today's modern living while retaining all the original architectural elements. A true piece of art, from the inlaid fleur-dis-lis embellishing the hardwood flooring in the foyer, to the arched doorways, exquisite fireplace mantels, original millwork, exposed brick accents & soaring ceilings. This expansive home offers 5 generous bedrooms along with 4 full and 1 half baths, a grand entry foyer, formal living with built-ins flanking fireplace, a formal dining room with bay window, a modern gourmet eat-in kitchen with island and breakfast bar opening to a sitting room. Behind the kitchen you will find a walk-in pantry, a custom-built wine closet (approximately 300 bottle storage) and a large laundry room with sink along with a butler's pantry with wet bar and additional refrigerator. The rear door leads out to a wonderful, screened porch for outdoor enjoyment. On the 2nd floor you will find 2 generous bedrooms with a hall bath that offers exposed brick and a tub/shower combination along with the incredible & spacious primary suite with private office/library/TV room which opens to a deck overlooking the grounds. The show stopping primary bath with gorgeous tile work, a 6' soaking tub, walk-in shower, double vanity & 2 walk-in closets will certainly wow you. Up on the 3rd floor you will find 2 additional bedrooms and another full bath with tile shower. At the rear of the 3rd floor, you will find a huge family/theatre room with a mini fridge, kegerator, ice maker and wet bar along with another full bath with tub/shower combination. This area could make a secondary primary suite if needed. There are custom window blinds (many Hunter Douglas) throughout this home. This home is neat as a pin and ready to move right in! There is also a 2-car garage off the alley at the rear of the lot that was constructed in 2010 with appropriate foundation & 2" X 10" ceiling joists anticipating a vertical expansion of adding a carriage house. Water/Sewer averages around $143 per month. LG&E averages around $309 per month.
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: On Street, Off Street, Detached, Entry Rear
- Exterior: Tennis Court, Balcony
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $865,000
- Price/SqFt: $167
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,325
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Sidewalk, Level, Storm Sewer
- Directions: I-65 EXIT St. Catherine - left on 6th - house is between Oak and Ormsby on the West side of street.
- Year Built: 1890
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 5,158 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.18 Acres
- MLS Number: 1670995
- MLS Name: Metro Search (Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®)
- Office Name: RE/MAX Results
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Aug 28, 2017 | Home Sold | $562,500 |
Apr 21, 2010 | Home Sold | $72,000 |
Dec 28, 2007 | Home Sold | $360,000 |
May 10, 2007 | Home Sold | $150,000 |
Apr 18, 2005 | Home Sold | $176,000 |
Sep 21, 2004 | Home Sold | $175,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $545,840 | $7,325 |
2022 | $562,500 | $7,650 |
2021 | $562,500 | $7,650 |
2020 | $562,500 | $8,153 |
2019 | $562,500 | $7,545 |
2018 | $562,500 | $5,753 |
2017 | $441,450 | $5,753 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Engelhard Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•1004 S 1st St
3
Cochran Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•500 W Gaulbert Ave
1
McFerran Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•1900 S 7th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $29,038. Most Louisville, KY residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
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Frequently asked questions
About 1232 S 6th St
The listing price of 1232 S 6th St property is $865,000.
The property 1232 S 6th St is a house located in Louisville, Kentucky, 40203.
Active Listing: 1232 S 6th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1232 S 6th St are: Engelhard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Cochran Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), McFerran Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Noe Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Meyzeek Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Johnson Traditional Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Dupont Manual High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Jefferson County High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Central High Magnet Career Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $7,325 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 28, 2017 for $562,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1232 S 6th St has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1232 S 6th St is 5,158 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1232 S 6th St is 1890.
This home is located at 1232 S 6th St in Louisville, KY and zip code 40203 in the Old Louisville neighborhood. This 5,158 square foot home, which was built in 1890, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 20, 2024 and is currently priced at $865,000.
In May 2025 more than 269 listings in Louisville, KY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 211 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 302 were sold below. The number of listings in Louisville, KY increased by 10.4% between April and May 2025. In May 2025 median list price was $259,968 and the average listing age was 52 days.