$475,000
Louisville, KY 40204
MLS# 1703400
Status: Pending
4 beds | 2 baths | 2448 sqft
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Property Description
A charming Folk Victorian in the Heart of the Highlands. Welcome to this timeless two-story, built around the 1930's and nestled in the highly desirable Original Highlands neighborhood—just minutes from Tyler Park, Bardstown Road, NuLu and the best of downtown Louisville. With approximately 2,448 finished square feet, this 4-bedroom, with one on the main floor, 2-bath home, with one on each floor, beautifully balances historic character with thoughtful updates. Inside, you will find tall ceilings, an inviting open staircase, and large rooms that reflect the craftsmanship of another era. The home's aluminum siding offers low maintenance, while years of careful ownership and attention to detail shine through every space. The covered front porch invites you to sit and relax, while the
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General Property Description
Total # of Rooms: 9
# Upper Floor Bedrooms: 0
# 2nd Floor Bedrooms: 3
Acres: 0.15
# 1st Floor Bedrooms: 1
# Basement Bedrooms: 0
Garage Y/N: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Basement Y/N: No
First Floor Laundry: Yes
First Floor PBR: Yes
Total Closets: 0
Total Fireplaces: 0
SqFt -Total Finished: 2448
Above Grade Finished: 2448
Below Grade Finished: 0
Nonconform SqFt Fin: 0
Above Grade Unfin: 0
Below Grade Unfin: 0
Nonconform SqFt UF: 0
Sold As-Is: No
Age: 86
Sqft - Total Unfin: 0
SqFt - Source: Other
Stories: 2
Lot SF Source: PVA
M Struct Flood Plain: No
Total # Bedrooms: 4
Baths - Full: 2
Total Bathrooms: 2
Year Built: 1930
Contract Info
Office Exclusive?: No
HOA Y/N: No
HOA Annual $: 0
Status: Pending
Listing Date: 2025-11-14
Original List Price: 519000
Listing Price: 475000
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Location, Tax & Legal Info
Sub Area: A
Parcel ID: 027C01230000
Deed Bk: 7528
Pg #: 0838
Block: 13
Lot: 0
Sub-Lot: 0
Directions: From the corner of Baxter Ave. and Rufer Ave.: Take Rufer Ave. approx. 300 ft. to home on the right.
Disclosure: Yes
Architectural Style
Other: 1
Utilities
Electricity Connected: 1
Fuel:Natural: 1
Water Source
Public: 1
Sewer
Public Sewer: 1
Rooms
Bedroom: 1
Bedroom Level: Second
Dining Room: 1
Dining Room Level: First
Foyer: 1
Foyer Level: First
Kitchen: 1
Kitchen Level: First
Laundry: 1
Laundry Level: First
Living Room: 1
Living Room Level: First
Construction
Aluminum Siding: 1
Roof
Shingle: 1
Basement
Cellar: 1
Heating
# of HVAC Units: 1
Forced Air: 1
Natural Gas: 1
MiniSplit/Ductless: 1
Cooling
Ductless: 1
Central Air: 1
Garage/Parking
Detached: 1
Off Street: 1
Entry Rear: 1
On Street: 1
None
Current Price: $475,000
Location Tax Legal Info
Street #: 1517
Street: Rufer
St Suffix: Ave
County: Jefferson
State/Province: KY
Zip Code: 40204
Area: 02-Butchertwn/Hghlnds/Germantwn
Subdivision/Condo: NONE
Geo Lat: 38.236971
Geo Lon: -85.722916
Status Change Info
Contract Acceptance Date: 2026-01-23
Property Features
Architectural Style: Other
Rooms: Bedroom; Dining Room; Foyer; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room
Construction: Aluminum Siding
Roof: Shingle
Basement: Cellar
Heating: Forced Air; Natural Gas; MiniSplit/Ductless
Cooling: Ductless; Central Air
Utilities: Electricity Connected; Fuel:Natural
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Supplements
enclosed back porch of the second level offers a quiet spot to unwind with morning coffee or evening breezes. Out back, a spacious, privacy-fenced yard provides plenty of room for entertaining, play, or gardening. A recently added two-car detached garage, accessible from the alley, adds both convenience and value, complete with an unfinished bonus room above that's rough-plumbed and ready for your creative touch. Lovingly maintained by the same owner since 1989, this home is filled with warmth, history, and the kind of charm that defines the Original Highlands. Come see why this property isn't just a place to live, it's a place to belong.
Room Information
| Room Name | Level |
| Foyer | First |
| Living Room | First |
| Bedroom | First |
| Dining Room | First |
| Kitchen | First |
| Laundry | First |
| Bedroom | Second |
| Bedroom | Second |
| Bedroom | Second |
Seller's & Lead Disclosures 
Listing Office: Barr Realty & Auction
Last Updated: January - 23 - 2026
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