#1686949, Listing office: Coldwell Banker Legacy Group
$249,900 List price
961 S Shelby St Louisville, KY 40203
2 beds
1 full
1,142 sqft
0.09 acres
$219 / sqft
House
Property details
About 961 S Shelby St
Updated + Beautiful! Come see this stylish, move-in ready 2 Bedroom, 1 Full Bath home with 1.142 square feet of living space plus a private backyard perfect for entertaining. Welcome guests to the spacious front porch - curb appeal is a 10 - and into the Living Room featuring a fireplace and custom feature wall. New wide plank flooring, new light fixtures and custom millwork throughout the home. Make your way down the hallway (with sliding barn door) to the Dining Room which could be used as an Office. So much natural light flows through the rooms. The Eat-in Kitchen features new cabinetry, countertops, stainless steel appliances, fixtures, and an amazing sink. Space for a Dining Area and easy access to the Laundry. Relax in the gorgeous Primary Bedroom with custom feature wall and closet with lots of storage. A lovely remodeled Full Bath and second Bedroom complete the interior. Enjoy a patio just off the back door and another separate patio perfect for a firepit - great privacy too. A Great Personal Home or Investment Property!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,142 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.09 Acres
Year built1905
ParkingOn Street
MLS #1691318
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: Shotgun
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $249,900
- Price/SqFt: $218
- Annual Tax Amount: $664
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Sidewalk
- Directions: I-65 to South 9th St towards W Broadway, right on Magazine St, right on 1st cross onto S 8th St, left W Broadway to So Shelby St
- Year Built: 1905
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,142 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.09 Acres
- MLS Number: 1691318
- MLS Name: Metro Search (Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®)
- Office Name: Keller Williams Louisville East
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 28, 2017 | Home Sold | $30,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $49,530 | $664 |
| 2022 | $49,530 | $673 |
| 2021 | $49,530 | $673 |
| 2020 | $30,000 | $707 |
| 2019 | $30,000 | $402 |
| 2018 | $30,000 | $304 |
| 2017 | $23,360 | $304 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Engelhard Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•1004 S 1st St
1
Shelby Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
1.0 mi
•735 Ziegler St
6
Bloom Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•1627 Lucia 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 $18,654. The majority of Louisville, KY residents have income less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
71%
<35k
25%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
46%
Single, No Kids
38%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
28%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
32%
35-64 yrs old
7%
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
H&M
Foot Locker
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Boston Market
Little Caesars
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Honda
Dodge
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 961 S Shelby St
The listing price of 961 S Shelby St property is $249,900.
The property 961 S Shelby St is a house located in Louisville, Kentucky, 40203.
Active Listing: 961 S Shelby St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 961 S Shelby St are: Engelhard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Shelby Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Bloom Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), 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 $664 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 28, 2017 for $30,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 961 S Shelby St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 961 S Shelby St is 1,142 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 961 S Shelby St is 1905.
This home is located at 961 S Shelby St in Louisville, KY and zip code 40203 in the Smoketown neighborhood. This 1,142 square foot home, which was built in 1905, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $249,900.
In June 2025 more than 264 listings in Louisville, KY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 240 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 353 were sold below. Between May and June 2025, Louisville, KY real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 6.2%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $260,694, while the average time on the real estate market was 38 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.