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$219,900

1704 S Preston St Louisville, KY 40217

3 beds
2 baths
1,425 sqft
$154 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 1704 S Preston St

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Highlights

Home typeDuplex
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,425 sqft
Year built1914
MLS #1692180

Summary

  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Exterior: Balcony
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $219,900
  • Price/SqFt: $154
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,794
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: S Preston to House
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Living Area: 1,425 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 1692180
  • MLS Name: Metro Search (Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®)
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Premier Properties

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 14, 2016
Home Sold
$109,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$133,750$1,794
2022$133,750$1,819
2021$133,750$1,819
2020$109,500$1,926
2019$109,500$1,468
2018$109,500$1,427
2017$109,500$1,427

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Shelby Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

0.3 mi

735 Ziegler St

3

Cochran Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

500 W Gaulbert Ave

1

Engelhard Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

1004 S 1st 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 $30,733. Most Louisville, KY residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

64%
<35k
35%
35k-100k
1%
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?

65%
Single, No Kids
18%
Single, with Kids
11%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
37%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
7%
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?

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

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • NissanNissan
  • HondaHonda

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 1704 S Preston St

The listing price of 1704 S Preston St property is $219,900.

The property 1704 S Preston St is a multi located in Louisville, Kentucky, 40217.

Active Listing: 1704 S Preston St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1704 S Preston St are: Shelby Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Cochran Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Engelhard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Noe Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Meyzeek Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Jefferson County Traditional Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Dupont Manual High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Jefferson County High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Breckinridge Metropolitan High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,794 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on October 14, 2016 for $109,500 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property 1704 S Preston St is 1,425 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1704 S Preston St is 1914.

This home is located at 1704 S Preston St in Louisville, KY and zip code 40217 in the Merriwether neighborhood. This 1,425 square foot home was built in 1914. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $219,900.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in Louisville, KY there were more than 264 sold above asking price, over 353 sold below and more than 240 were sold right at the asked price. In June 2025 in Louisville, KY there were 6.2% more homes for sale than in May. 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.

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