#1692592, Listing office: Homepage Realty
$349,900 List price
1256 Lydia St Louisville, KY 40217
3 beds
2 full
1,816 sqft
0.2 acres
$193 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1256 Lydia St
Discover this beautiful and spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home, nestled on an oversized lot in the heart of Schnitzelburg. From the moment you step onto the inviting front porch, perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation, you'll appreciate the blend of classic charm and modern updates throughout. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors, built-in bookshelves, and an electric fireplace that creates a cozy and stylish living area. The sunlit dining room features a bay window and flows into the updated kitchen, complete with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a subway tile backsplash. The main floor also offers the primary bedroom and bathroom, an office, and a convenient laundry/mudroom off the back entry. Upstairs, you will enjoy a large family room, another full bathroom, and two additional bedrooms - walk-in closets provide plenty of room to spread out. The clean unfinished basement offers excellent storage space as well, but the true showstopper is the backyard - your own private oasis! Relish in multiple outdoor living areas, including a pool, sundeck, fire pit, and beautifully landscaped patios that are perfect for entertaining or relaxing. This unique property presents the best of both indoor comfort and outdoor enjoyment, all just minutes from Germantown, the Highlands, and downtown. Don't miss this rare opportunity!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,816 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built1925
MLS #1692917
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: None
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $349,900
- Price/SqFt: $192
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,239
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Eastern Parkway to street; go North on Lydia St, home is on left.
- Year Built: 1925
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,816 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
- MLS Number: 1692917
- MLS Name: Metro Search (Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®)
- Office Name: Parker & Klein Real Estate
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $166,910 | $2,239 |
| 2022 | $166,910 | $2,269 |
| 2021 | $166,910 | $2,269 |
| 2020 | $149,520 | $2,410 |
| 2019 | $140,070 | $1,879 |
| 2018 | $140,070 | $1,825 |
| 2017 | $140,070 | $1,825 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Shelby Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
0.6 mi
•735 Ziegler St
7
Audubon Traditional Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
1.0 mi
•1051 Hess Ln
6
Bloom Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•1627 Lucia Ave
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 $49,277. The most common annual income of people living in Louisville, KY is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
37%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
60%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
9%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
31%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Tennis
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Where do the neighbors shop?
IKEA
Crate & Barrel
Banana Republic
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Quiznos
Starbucks
Jack In The Box
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
BMW
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
Soft Adult Contemporary
News
Jazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1256 Lydia St
The listing price of 1256 Lydia St property is $349,900.
The property 1256 Lydia St is a house located in Louisville, Kentucky, 40217.
Active Listing: 1256 Lydia St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1256 Lydia St are: Shelby Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Audubon Traditional Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Bloom Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Noe Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Jefferson County Traditional Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Highland Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Dupont Manual High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Breckinridge Metropolitan High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Jefferson County High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,239 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1256 Lydia St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1256 Lydia St is 1,816 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1256 Lydia St is 1925.
This home is located at 1256 Lydia St in Louisville, KY and zip code 40217 in the Schnitzelburg neighborhood. This 1,816 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $349,900.
In June 2025 more than 264 listings in Louisville, KY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 240 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 353 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Louisville, KY increased by 6.2% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 38 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $260,694 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.