$5,284

closing credit¹

1527 Goddard Ave Louisville, KY 40204

$445,000
5 beds
2 full
1,966 sqft
0.1 acres
$226 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1527 Goddard Ave

Located in the heart of the Highlands, this Craftsman bungalow offers the perfect blend of energy efficiency, charm, and potential for customization. Featuring five bedrooms, two full baths, and 1,966 square feet of living space, this home boasts all-new mechanical systems for modern efficiency and comfort. Additionally, the fully paid-for solar panel system allows the new owners to enjoy immediate energy savings and sustainable living. If you've ever considered the benefits of solar, this property is the perfect chance to embrace renewable energy while creating a home tailored to your style and needs! Inside, the flexible floor plan offers great flow, highlighted by an abundance of natural light and beautifully preserved original details, including hardwood floors, vintage light fixtures, intricate tile work, and a fireplace framed by built-in bookcases. The kitchen received significant updates from 2023-2024, featuring butcher block countertops, updated cabinets, modern appliances, fresh paint, new flooring, and a stylish backsplash. The main floor also features two large bedrooms and a full bathroom giving you loads of space on the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space, another full bathroom, and a versatile nook ideal for a home office, playroom, or bonus area. The unfinished basement offers endless possibilities, whether you need extra storage or envision finishing it to create additional living space. Outside, the fully fenced backyard offers a flat, private retreatperfect for gardening, outdoor gatherings, or relaxing in your own space. The front garden is thoughtfully landscaped with all local and native plants, and apple trees. A massive covered parking area (in the rear) accommodates up to four cars, and the property also benefits from shared driveway access in the front and alley access in the rear for private, easy off-street parking. While only living here two years, the sellers have made substantial improvements, including fresh paint throughout most of the house (2023-2025), refinished oak and pine hardwood floors (2022), a solar system installation (2022), and the addition of an electric car charging station (2022). The first-floor bathroom was updated with a new vanity and shower head (2023), and the HVAC system was upgraded to a 6-zone mini-split system for heating and cooling (2024). Additionally, walls were opened between the kitchen, dining room, and living room in 2022, creating a more open and functional space. With its prime location in the Highlands, energy-efficient upgrades, and room to make it your own, this home is ready for its next chapter. Don't miss the chance to enjoy all the charm, convenience, and opportunity-call today to schedule your private showing!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Zoned, Ductless
StatusActive
CoolingDuctless
Size1,966 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.15 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingOff Street, Detached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
MLS #1678532
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 1678532
  • MLS Name: Metro Search (Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®)
  • Office Name: Kentucky Select Properties

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 01, 2022
Home Sold
$345,000
Nov 02, 2015
Home Sold
$242,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$345,000$4,629
2022$298,070$4,053
2021$298,070$4,053
2020$242,500$4,292
2019$242,500$3,253
2018$242,500$3,160
2017$242,500$3,160

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Bloom Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.2 mi

1627 Lucia Ave

2

Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

1.1 mi

1351 Payne St

1

Shelby Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

1.5 mi

735 Ziegler 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 $44,596. Most Louisville, KY residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

40%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

73%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

6%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
37%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • TennisTennis
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • ToyotaToyota
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • JazzJazz
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1527 Goddard Ave

This home is located at 1527 Goddard Ave in Louisville, KY and zip code 40204 in the Goddards neighborhood. This 1,966 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $445,000.

In January 2025, from all listings sold in Louisville, KY there were more than 92 sold above asking price, over 258 sold below and more than 122 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Louisville, KY decreased by 0.8% between December and January 2025. In January 2025, listings were on the market for 3 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $256,676.

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

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