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About 5045 Van Meter Rd
Welcome to a truly exceptional 10-acre estate, where luxury and nature converge. This custom-built, three-story home, completed in 2006 , offers 7274 sq ft of meticulously designed living space. With 6 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, there's ample room for family and guests. The impressive 2432 sq ft, temperature-controlled 5-car garage provides extensive space for vehicles and hobbies. Beyond the main residence, discover an outbuilding for equipment, and a charming log cabin guest house complete with its own kitchen and bathroom, offering privacy and comfort for visitors. Step outside to a fully outfitted outdoor kitchen and patio with fireplace, perfect for entertaining. The property also features a serene pond with a picturesque limestone waterfall, crafted from the excavation of the main home's basement, and fed by an underground lake. This estate has a rich history of hosting gatherings for various governors and political figures, adding to its unique allure. Inside, the home boasts a theater, a formal living room, a sitting room, and a dining room, providing diverse spaces for relaxation and entertainment.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Appliances: Double Oven, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Washer, Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood
- Interior: Central Vacuum, Primary First Floor, Bedroom First Floor, Wet Bar, In-Law Floorplan, Entrance Foyer - 2 Story, Walk-In Closet(s), Security System Owned, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Dining Area
- Fireplace: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Gas Log, Family Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Parking: Driveway
- Exterior: Patio, Porch, Private Road
- Heating: Geothermal, Zoned
- Cooling: Geothermal, Zoned
- List Price: $2,995,000
- Annual Tax Amount: $13,438
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Secluded
- Directions: Winchester Rd/ Lexington Rd > Clintonville Rd, Right on Van Meter Rd, property will be on the left.
- Year Built: 2006
- Stories: 3
- Lot Size: 10 Acres
- MLS Number: 25013058
- Office Name: Keller Williams Bluegrass Realty
- Office Phone: (859) 260-1444
- Office Email: mdowning@kw.com
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,454,546 | $13,438 |
| 2022 | $1,404,800 | $13,438 |
| 2021 | $1,357,400 | $12,935 |
| 2019 | $1,357,400 | $13,038 |
| 2018 | $1,357,400 | $12,897 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Henry E. Baker Intermediate School
Public District 5-6
4.0 mi
•1645 Martin Luther King Jr Dr
5
Strode Station Elementary School
Public District KG-4
4.1 mi
•1750 Martin Luther King Jr Dr
4
Justice Elementary School
Public District KG-4
5.4 mi
•350 Mount Sterling Rd
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Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $58,432. The most common annual income of people living in Winchester, KY is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
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About 5045 Van Meter Rd
The listing price of 5045 Van Meter Rd property is $2,995,000.
The property 5045 Van Meter Rd is a house located in Winchester, Kentucky, 40391.
Active Listing: 5045 Van Meter Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 5045 Van Meter Rd are: Henry E. Baker Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Strode Station Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Justice Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Robert D. Campbell Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Bourbon County Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Crawford Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Phoenix Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), George Rodgers Clark High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Bourbon County High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $13,438 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 5045 Van Meter Rd has 6 bedrooms and 5 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The year of construction for 5045 Van Meter Rd is 2006.
This home is located at 5045 Van Meter Rd in Winchester, KY and zip code 40391. Features: 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,995,000.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in Winchester, KY there were more than 5 sold above asking price, over 19 sold below and more than 17 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Winchester, KY increased by 1.6% between April and May 2025. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 43 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $238,333.