#1692988, Listing office: Metro Advantage Realty
$159,900 List price
517 Compton St Louisville, KY 40208
3 beds
2 full
1,296 sqft
0.1 acres
$123 / sqft
House
Property details
About 517 Compton St
Talk about BANG for Your Buck! This adorable Cape Cod offers over 1,900+ SF of versatile living space and is LOADED with features: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 2.5 Car Garage, Carport, Covered Deck, and a Finished Basement offering 2 additional ''bedrooms'' (no egress). Just minutes from UofL, this home is an ideal setup for a student rental, or a fantastic opportunity for 1st time buyers ready to build quick equity. With just a touch of TLC, this property could reach an estimated value north of $190K. Inside, you'll find charming Original Hardwood Floors, energy-efficient Replacement Windows, and a spacious layout that includes a 2nd Living Area and an All-Season Room—perfect for a home office, playroom, or creative studio. The kitchen sports a plethora of cabinet and counter space, and is equipped with stainless steel appliances. Outside, discover the Covered Deck that overlooks a Fully Fenced Backyarda perfect spot for morning coffee, entertaining guests, or evening BBQs. So much value, so much potentialdon't let this one out of your grasp!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,296 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.12 Acres
Year built1946
ParkingOff Street, Detached, Entry Front, Driveway
MLS #1693844
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Off Street, Detached, Entry Front, Driveway
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $159,900
- Price/SqFt: $123
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,878
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Sidewalk, Level
- Directions: I-264 to S 3rd St Exit (Head North), L on Winkler, R on Rodman, R on Compton St, House on Left
- Year Built: 1946
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,296 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.12 Acres
- MLS Number: 1693844
- MLS Name: Metro Search (Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®)
- Office Name: RE/MAX Premier Properties
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 01, 2022 | Home Sold | $140,000 |
| Jul 01, 2021 | Home Sold | $105,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $140,000 | $1,878 |
| 2022 | $105,000 | $1,428 |
| 2021 | $75,320 | $1,428 |
| 2020 | $75,320 | $1,091 |
| 2019 | $75,320 | $1,010 |
| 2018 | $56,770 | $739 |
| 2017 | $56,770 | $739 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
McFerran Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•1900 S 7th St
3
Cochran Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•500 W Gaulbert Ave
3
Frayser Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•1230 Larchmont 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 $32,951. The majority of Louisville, KY residents have income less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
53%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
52%
Single, No Kids
25%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Mexican League Soccer
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Foot Locker
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Little Caesars
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Dodge
Honda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 517 Compton St
The listing price of 517 Compton St property is $159,900.
The property 517 Compton St is a house located in Louisville, Kentucky, 40208.
Active Listing: 517 Compton St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 517 Compton St are: McFerran Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Cochran Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Frayser Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Noe Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Olmstead North Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Johnson Traditional Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Dupont Manual High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Jefferson County High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Central High Magnet Career Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,878 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 1, 2022 for $140,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 517 Compton St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 517 Compton St is 1,296 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 517 Compton St is 1946.
This home is located at 517 Compton St in Louisville, KY and zip code 40208 in the South Louisville neighborhood. This 1,296 square foot home, which was built in 1946, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $159,900.
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 listings 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.