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$279,900

948 Samuel St Louisville, KY 40204

2 beds
2 full
1,128 sqft
0.1 acres
$248 / sqft
House

Property details

About 948 Samuel St

This century-old shotgun home has been fully remodeled and seamlessly blends classic charm with modern updates. From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the original pine hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and open layout that make this home feel both fresh and timeless. At the heart of the home is a bright, airy kitchen featuring an island with seating and plenty of cabinetry. The open concept flows effortlessly into the living space, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Offering two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, the home features a spacious ensuite with dual closets. Down the hall, a versatile bonus room,perfect as a home office or potential third bedroom,connects to the second full bath with an added laundry area. This area has a side door that opens to the large, flat and fully fenced in backyard. At the rear of the home, the second bedroom includes a generous closet. All of this is set in the heart of Germantown, just steps away from some of Louisville's favorite local spotseclectic restaurants, cozy bars, and funky shops.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,128 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.12 Acres
Year built1890
ParkingOff Street, Driveway
MLS #1689278

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Off Street, Driveway
  • Architectural Style: Shotgun
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $279,900
  • Price/SqFt: $248
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,120
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Sidewalk
  • Directions: Goss Ave. to Krieger St. Left onto Samuel St. House on the left. Driveway available for parking
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,128 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.12 Acres
  • MLS Number: 1689278
  • MLS Name: Metro Search (Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®)
  • Office Name: Six Degrees Real Estate, LLC

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 24, 2021
Home Sold
$232,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$232,500$3,120
2022$232,500$3,162
2021$150,700$3,162
2020$106,840$2,162
2019$106,840$1,433
2018$106,840$1,392
2017$106,840$1,392

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Shelby Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

0.6 mi

735 Ziegler St

6

Bloom Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

1627 Lucia Ave

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 $43,108. Typical income of Louisville, KY residents is between $35k-100k annually. 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?

39%
<35k
53%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

64%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
25%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • TennisTennis
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • IKEAIKEA
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • QuiznosQuiznos
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LexusLexus
  • BMWBMW
  • AudiAudi

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
  • NewsNews
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 948 Samuel St

The listing price of 948 Samuel St property is $279,900.

The property 948 Samuel St is a house located in Louisville, Kentucky, 40204.

Accepting Backup Offers: 948 Samuel 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 948 Samuel St are: Shelby Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Bloom Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Engelhard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Jefferson County Traditional Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Meyzeek Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Noe Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Jefferson County High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Breckinridge Metropolitan High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Dupont Manual High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,120 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on March 24, 2021 for $232,500 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 948 Samuel St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 948 Samuel St is 1,128 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 948 Samuel St is 1890.

This home is located at 948 Samuel St in Louisville, KY and zip code 40217 in the Germantown neighborhood. This 1,128 square foot home, which was built in 1890, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $279,900.

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 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.

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