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1232 S 6th St Louisville, KY 40203

$865,000
5 beds
4 full, 1 partial
5,158 sqft
0.2 acres
$168 / sqft
House

Property details

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.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size5,158 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.18 Acres
Year built1890
ParkingOn Street, Off Street, Detached, Entry Rear
MLS #1670995
Garage2 spaces

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Summary

  • 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

DateEventPrice
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

YearAssessmentProperty 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

1

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.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $29,038. The most common annual income of people living in Louisville, KY is less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

61%
<35k
29%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

72%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
8%
Married, No Kids
3%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
34%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HondaHonda
  • NissanNissan
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 1232 S 6th St

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.

Louisville, KY housing market in January 2025 saw over 92 listings sold above listed price, more than 122 sold at listed price and over 258 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Louisville, KY between December and January 2025 decreased by 0.8%. Listings spent 3 days on the market in January 2025, and had a median list price of $256,676 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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