1285 Royal Ave, Louisville, KY 40204
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Simpson & Associates
1285 Royal Ave,Louisville, KY 40204
$500,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,032 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Upcoming open houses
- Sun, Dec 1412:00 pm - 02:00 pm
Listed by: jennifer ditty kang
Office: homepage realty
MLS#:1705176
Source:KY_MSMLS
Price summary
- Price:$500,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$280.58
About this home
Newly refinished wood floors, modern upgrades, and a prime location near Bardstown Road and Cherokee Park welcome you to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home. With 2,000 square feet of living space and an expansive 900-square-foot basement, this character-filled home offers flexibility, comfort, and thoughtful updates throughout. The open-concept living and dining room flow seamlessly into a bright, updated kitchen featuring GE appliances, a new refrigerator, touch-activated faucet, marble tile backsplash, and hardwired under-cabinet lighting—designed for both functionality and style. The main level includes one bedroom and a full bath, ideal for guests or convenient single-level living. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms and a second full bath with fresh tile, along with easily accessible attic storage, with no ladders or pull-down stairs required.
The basement includes one finished room, with additional space currently used as a home gym, home theater, and office, plus ample storage and laundry hookups that include a gas dryer connection.
Out back, enjoy a sunny, private yard perfect for a vegetable garden. A new patio and pergola with custom blinds offer a shaded retreat, surrounded by mature trees, curated landscaping, and stunning fall foliage. The front yard stays shaded most of the day, offering lovely curb appeal.
The pull-through garage connects to both the front driveway and alley, offering rare convenience and additional parking options.
Additional upgrades and features include:
- New roof in 2022 (25 year shingles)
- Navien tankless water heater
- Carrier high-efficiency HVAC
- New sump pump and French drain system
- Basement waterproofing by Case Foundations with a transferable lifetime warranty
- Updated breaker panel, GFCI outlets, and new exterior and garage outlets
- New wooden privacy fence
- Wrought iron safety barriers and gate by Louisville Iron Works
- Custom storm door at rear entry
Situated on a quiet residential street between two vibrant neighborhoods, this home is:
- Steps from Bardstown Road and Cherokee Park
- Just around the corner from Germantown's thriving restaurant row
- Less than a mile from Bloom Elementary and within its cluster
With thoughtful updates, flexible living spaces, and unbeatable access to all the Highlands has to offer, this home has everything you need to live comfortably and stylishly in one of Louisville's most sought-after locations.
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Home facts
- Year built:1926
- Listing ID #:1705176
- Added:44 day(s) ago
- Updated:December 14, 2025 at 03:58 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Living area:2,032 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:FORCED AIR, Natural gas
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1926
- Building area:2,032 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.13 Acres
Utilities
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$500,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$280.58
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