#1685665, Listing office: Keller Williams Louisville East
$229,900 List price
1438 Rufer Ave Louisville, KY 40204
2 beds
1 full
1,181 sqft
0.1 acres
$195 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1438 Rufer Ave
Discover timeless charm and urban convenience in this beautifully situated home between Highlands/Bardstown Rd and Germantown! Nestled on this quiet street, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers so much character with original hardwood floors, high ceilings, and updated crown molding. There is a brick fireplace and custom built-in bookshelves in the living room. The front entry hallway has a custom-built in closet providing additional storage. The 2nd bedroom of this shotgun home serves as a ''walk-through'' between the living room and the kitchen. This is ideal for a guest room, office, or creative studio. The fully fenced backyard has a patio for entertaining, mature trees and plenty of shade - all perfect for pets, gardening, or relaxing in this private outdoor space. Additional features include a walk-down cellar located in the laundry room.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)
(Active Under Contract)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,181 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.12 Acres
Year built1885
ParkingOn Street
MLS #1691351
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $229,900
- Price/SqFt: $194
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,657
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Take Grinstead Drive to left on Baxter to right on Rufer Ave. House is on the left.
- Year Built: 1885
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,181 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.12 Acres
- MLS Number: 1691351
- MLS Name: Metro Search (Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®)
- Office Name: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HomeServices, Parks & Weisberg Realtors
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 26, 2020 | Home Sold | $198,000 |
| Mar 04, 2014 | Home Sold | $140,000 |
| May 14, 2010 | Home Sold | $73,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $198,000 | $2,657 |
| 2022 | $198,000 | $2,692 |
| 2021 | $198,000 | $2,692 |
| 2020 | $140,000 | $2,840 |
| 2019 | $140,000 | $1,878 |
| 2018 | $140,000 | $1,824 |
| 2017 | $140,000 | $1,824 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Bloom Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•1627 Lucia Ave
3
Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
0.9 mi
•1351 Payne St
5
Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts
Public Magnet KG-5
1.3 mi
•930 E Main 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 $58,097. Most Louisville, KY residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
30%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
6%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
72%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
7%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
39%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Tennis
Music Concerts- Men's Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Crate & Barrel
H&M
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Chipotle
The Cheesecake Factory
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Volkswagen
Volvo
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Jazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1438 Rufer Ave
The listing price of 1438 Rufer Ave property is $229,900.
The property 1438 Rufer Ave is a house located in Louisville, Kentucky, 40204.
Accepting Backup Offers: 1438 Rufer Ave is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 1438 Rufer Ave are: Bloom Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Jefferson County Traditional Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Highland Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Meyzeek Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Breckinridge Metropolitan High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Jefferson County High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), J. Graham Brown School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,657 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 26, 2020 for $198,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1438 Rufer Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1438 Rufer Ave is 1,181 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1438 Rufer Ave is 1885.
This home is located at 1438 Rufer Ave in Louisville, KY and zip code 40204 in the Tyler Park neighborhood. This 1,181 square foot home, which was built in 1885, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $229,900.
While more than 264 listings in Louisville, KY in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 240 listings sold at asking price, and more than 353 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Louisville, KY increased by 6.2% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 38 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $260,694.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.