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$199,000

531 E Kentucky St Louisville, KY 40203

3 beds
1 full
1,712 sqft
0.09 acres
$116 / sqft
House

Property details

About 531 E Kentucky St

Welcome to your dream home! This beautifully remodeled 1.5-story gem offers 3 to 4 spacious bedrooms. Priced to sell and packed with value, this home combines modern updates with everyday functionality. The oversized eat-in kitchen is the true heart of the home, ideal for hosting dinners or casual family meals. Numerous upgrades throughout include updated electrical, energy-efficient blown-in insulation for year-round comfort, and so much more! Enjoy the convenience of private, off-street parking at the rear of the home and a dedicated storage shed. Conveniently located just minutes from UofL, major hospitals, NULU, and the Highlands, you'll love the easy access to some of Louisville's best dining, shopping, and entertainment. Don't miss your chance to own an updated home in a prime location that truly has it all - schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,712 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.09 Acres
Year built1905
ParkingOn Street, Off Street
MLS #1691441

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: On Street, Off Street
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Camelback, Shotgun, Traditional
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $199,000
  • Price/SqFt: $116
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,851
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: From E St Catherine St - Turn right onto S 1st St - Turn right at the 1st cross street onto E Kentucky St (One way). 531 is on the left
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,712 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.09 Acres
  • MLS Number: 1691441
  • MLS Name: Metro Search (Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®)
  • Office Name: Finish Line Realty LLC

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 05, 2019
Home Sold
$138,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$138,000$1,851
2022$138,000$1,876
2021$138,000$1,876
2020$138,000$2,000
2019$31,170$418
2018$31,170$406
2017$31,170$406

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Engelhard Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

1004 S 1st St

1

Shelby Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

1.0 mi

735 Ziegler 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.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $21,053. The majority of Louisville, KY residents have income less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

69%
<35k
30%
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?

46%
Single, No Kids
39%
Single, with Kids
4%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

31%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
29%
35-64 yrs old
3%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

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

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • HondaHonda
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 531 E Kentucky St

The listing price of 531 E Kentucky St property is $199,000.

The property 531 E Kentucky St is a house located in Louisville, Kentucky, 40203.

Sale Pending: 531 E Kentucky St is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.

The nearby schools for 531 E Kentucky St are: Engelhard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Shelby Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Meyzeek Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Jefferson County Traditional Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Noe Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Jefferson County High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Breckinridge Metropolitan High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), J. Graham Brown School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,851 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 5, 2019 for $138,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 531 E Kentucky St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 531 E Kentucky St is 1,712 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 531 E Kentucky St is 1905.

This home is located at 531 E Kentucky St in Louisville, KY and zip code 40203 in the Smoketown neighborhood. This 1,712 square foot home, which was built in 1905, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $199,000.

Over 264 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Louisville, KY. In the same period over 353 listings were sold below the listed price and 240 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Louisville, KY increased by 6.2% between May and June 2025. In June 2025 median list price was $260,694 and the average listing age was 38 days.

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

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