$2,969 Closing Credit¹
#1686536, Listing office: RE/MAX Empire
$244,900 List price
602 Merwin Ave Louisville, KY 40217
$2,908
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,354 sqft
0.1 acres
$181 / sqft
House
Property details
About 602 Merwin Ave
Charming Cape Cod in a Prime Location! Step into this light-filled, lovingly maintained home, where original hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace create a warm, welcoming vibe. The fully enclosed front porch - surrounded by vintage jalousie windows - offers the perfect spot to sip your morning coffee or unwind at sunset. Enjoy a fenced backyard perfect for relaxing, gardening or entertaining, and plenty of storage space in the unfinished basement. Located just minutes from UofL, Churchill Downs, and Germantown in a highly walkable neighborhood, this home combines comfort and convenience in one charming package.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,354 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.11 Acres
Year built1938
ParkingOff Street, Detached
MLS #1685723
Garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Off Street, Detached
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $244,900
- Price/SqFt: $180
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,250
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Sidewalk, Level
- Directions: From Eastern Parkway, turn onto Bradley Ave South (By the famous cottage inn restaurant). Turn left onto Merwin, home is second on the right.
- Year Built: 1938
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,354 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.11 Acres
- MLS Number: 1685723
- MLS Name: Metro Search (Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®)
- Office Name: Caperton Realty
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 26, 2006 | Home Sold | $125,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $167,710 | $2,250 |
| 2022 | $167,710 | $2,280 |
| 2021 | $167,710 | $2,280 |
| 2020 | $144,850 | $2,419 |
| 2019 | $139,850 | $1,876 |
| 2018 | $139,850 | $1,822 |
| 2017 | $139,850 | $1,822 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Audubon Traditional Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
0.8 mi
•1051 Hess Ln
1
Shelby Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
0.9 mi
•735 Ziegler St
3
Cochran Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.5 mi
•500 W Gaulbert 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 $38,404. Most Louisville, KY residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is 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?
45%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
7%
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?
70%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
8%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
49%
18-34 yrs old
32%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Burlington
Foot Locker
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Popeyes
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Honda
Nissan
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Urban Adult Contemporary- Soft Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 602 Merwin Ave
The listing price of 602 Merwin Ave property is $244,900.
The property 602 Merwin Ave is a house located in Louisville, Kentucky, 40217.
Active Listing: 602 Merwin Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 602 Merwin Ave are: Audubon Traditional Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Shelby Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Cochran Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Noe Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Olmstead North Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Meyzeek Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Dupont Manual High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Jefferson County High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Louisville Male High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,250 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 26, 2006 for $125,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 602 Merwin Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 602 Merwin Ave is 1,354 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 602 Merwin Ave is 1938.
This home is located at 602 Merwin Ave in Louisville, KY and zip code 40217 in the Saint Joseph neighborhood. This 1,354 square foot home, which was built in 1938, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $244,900.
Louisville, KY housing market in May 2025 saw over 269 listings sold above listed price, more than 211 sold at listed price and over 302 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Louisville, KY increased by 10.4% between April and May 2025. Listings spent 52 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $259,968 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.