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240 S 42nd St, Louisville, KY, 40212

$199,900

Home List Price

$2,374*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,456 SqFt
$137/SqFt
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240 S 42nd St, Louisville$199,900

Buyer Closing Credits

$2,374*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDetached, Off-Street Parking, Entry Rear
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1928
HeatingNatural Gas, Zoned, Ductless
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned, Ductless
BasementYes
MLS #1664872
Lot Size0.08 Acres
StatusActive

About 240 S 42nd St

This stunning bungalow-style home, featuring 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, has been completely remodeled and is move-in ready. The original hardwood floors, newly refinished to a natural brown wood tint, extend throughout the main floor. Upon entering, you'll find a spacious living area that flows seamlessly into the dining room and modern kitchen. The home boasts 4 spacious bedrooms and two beautifully updated full bathrooms, along with a basement ideal for extra storage. Fully renovated to meet 2024 living standards, the house includes updated mechanicals, new windows, and central air conditioning. Fresh paint, real wood, and vinyl flooring can be found throughout. Additional features include off-street parking and a two-car garage at the rear. The prime location is just minutes from historic Shawnee and Chickasaw parks, public transportation, schools, shopping, and the expressway. Don't miss the chance to make this your forever home. Schedule a showing today!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Year Built: 1928
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,456 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: BellMan Realty LLC

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: Yes

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Porch

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Off-Street Parking, Entry Rear

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Sidewalk
  • Lot Size: 0.08 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Zoned, Ductless
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned, Ductless

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: South on 42nd Street

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $199,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $137/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $16
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Louisville, KY

City

Med. Sold Price

$254.8K

Med. Price/SqFt

$186

Avg. Days On Market

125

# of Sold Homes

653

240 S 42nd St vs Louisville

151 DAYS ON ROCKET

+26 Days

$199,900

-$54.9K Less

$137/SqFt

-$49 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $54.9K less than the Median Sold Price and $49/SqFt less than other homes in Louisville, KY.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: Metro Search (Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®)
  • MLS Number: #1664872

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: BellMan Realty LLC

IDX The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange Program of Metro Search Multiple Listing Service. Real estate listings held by other Brokerage firms are marked with the Internet Data Exchange logo or the Internet Data Exchange thumbnail logo and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing IDX Brokers. The Broker providing these data believes them to be correct, but advises interested parties to confirm them before relying on them in a purchase decision. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Copyright © 2024 Greater Louisville Association of Realtors. All Rights Reserved.
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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$16$40,480
2019$15$40,480
2018$77$43,480
2017$77$43,480

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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/10

  • Young Elementary School

  • 3526 W Muhammad Ali Blvd

  • 0.63 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades KG-5

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2
/10

  • Atkinson Elementary School

  • 2811 Duncan St

  • 1.24 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades KG-5

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3
/10

  • Portland Elementary School

  • 3410 Northwestern Pkwy

  • 1.26 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $28,406. Most Louisville, KY residents have annual incomes less than $35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 240 S 42nd St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 240 S 42nd St property is $199,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 240 S 42nd St is a house located in Louisville, Kentucky, 40212.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 240 S 42nd St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $16 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 240 S 42nd St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 240 S 42nd St is 1,456 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 240 S 42nd St is 1928.

Rocket Homes›Kentucky›Jefferson County›Louisville›40212›240 S 42nd St

This home is located at 240 S 42nd St in Louisville, KY and zip code 40212 in the Shawnee neighborhood. This 1,456 square foot home, which was built in 1928, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 05, 2024 and is currently priced at $199,900.

In November 2024 more than 183 listings in Louisville, KY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 190 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 280 were sold below. Between October 2024 and November 2024, Louisville, KY real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 3.1%. Listings spent 125 days on the market in November 2024, and had a median list price of $254,840 during the same period.

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

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