$274,900

821 E Chestnut St Louisville, KY 40204

$3,264
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,128 sqft
0.08 acres
$244 / sqft
House

Property details

About 821 E Chestnut St

Welcome to this beautifully renovated shotgun-style home located in Phoenix Hill. This thoughtfully updated residence blends classic character with modern comfort and style. Enter inside to a bright, open-concept living room & kitchen. The living room features a cozy fireplace, while the stylish kitchen boasts a spacious island & sleek finishes. Conveniently tucked away is a laundry closet, offering easy access without sacrificing space. One bedroom includes a walk-in closet & a full bathroom for your comfort & convenience. A second bedroom offers two closets & access to the 2nd full bathroom. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard with a covered patio. Off-street parking is available via the rear alley for added ease. Located just minutes from downtown, local parks, dining, & entertainment, this Phoenix Hill gem offers both charm and convenience.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,128 sqft
Lot size0.08 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingOff Street
MLS #1688289

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: No
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Off Street
  • Architectural Style: Shotgun
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $274,900
  • Price/SqFt: $243
  • Annual Tax Amount: $603
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: E Broadway to S Campbell St, left on E Gray St, right on S Shelby St then right on E Chestnut and house on left
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,128 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.08 Acres
  • MLS Number: 1688289
  • MLS Name: Metro Search (Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®)
  • Office Name: Family Realty LLC

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821 E Chestnut St, Louisville, KY 40204

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$45,000$603
2022$45,000$612
2021$45,000$612
2020$78,180$669
2019$78,180$1,048
2018$78,180$1,018
2017$78,180$1,018

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts

Public Magnet KG-5

0.5 mi

930 E Main St

3

Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

0.8 mi

1351 Payne St

1

Engelhard Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 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 $30,164. Residents of Louisville, KY typically earn less than $<35k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

58%
<35k
35%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

69%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
6%
Married, No Kids
5%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
31%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
6%
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?

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

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • PopeyesPopeyes

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HondaHonda
  • KiaKia
  • NissanNissan

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 821 E Chestnut St

The listing price of 821 E Chestnut St property is $274,900.

The property 821 E Chestnut St is a house located in Louisville, Kentucky, 40204.

Accepting Backup Offers: 821 E Chestnut St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

The nearby schools for 821 E Chestnut St are: Lincoln Elementary Performing Arts (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Breckinridge-Franklin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Engelhard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Meyzeek Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Jefferson County Traditional Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Noe Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Breckinridge Metropolitan High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), J. Graham Brown School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Jefferson County High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $603 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 821 E Chestnut St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 821 E Chestnut St is 1,128 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 821 E Chestnut St is 1900.

This home is located at 821 E Chestnut St in Louisville, KY and zip code 40204 in the Phoenix Hill neighborhood. This 1,128 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $274,900.

Over 269 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Louisville, KY. In the same period over 302 listings were sold below the listed price and 211 listings were sold for the listed price. Between April and May 2025, Louisville, KY real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 10.4%. In May 2025 median list price was $259,968 and the average listing age was 52 days.

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

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