1261 Cherokee Road

Closed 4/18/23
Closed 4/18/23
Welcome to this warm and elegant home in the Heart of Cherokee Triangle classic moulding trim is just one of the many things that make this home special.
Classic moulding trim is just one of the many things that make this home special.
Home is framed by mature trees
Wide and comfortable front porch with room for rockers and a swing
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Loads of green space
Carriage House with private entrance from the yard and a separate garage
Inviting foyer with gorgeous detail and mouldings
The openness is highlighted by the ceiling height, and reflected in the gleaming hardwood floors
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The formal living room is an ideal space for quiet, or just to bask in the sun from the large window
The built in bookshelves open to the formal dining room
Large enough for all of your holiday entertaining
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The family room is nestled between the kitchen and the front stairs, filled with bookshelves, great windows and a warm hearth
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Wow! Your inner chef will be delighted with the high end stainless steel appliances, marble countertops and outstanding lighting
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The kitchen opens across the entire back of the house, with a butlers pantry, loads of cabinets, and coffee nook
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Family dinner table with window seat overlooking the backyard
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First floor powder room, dressy enough for guests, practical enough for family
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Gracious Primary Bedroom with loads of built-ins
Window Seat overlooking the backyard
Primary Bathroom with Separate Spa Like Shower and Tub
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Large bedroom with full ensuite Bathroom
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Private En Suite Bathroom
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Full bathroom shared by two the bedrooms
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Second Floor Laundry with loads of storage
Door opens to the wooden balcony overlooking the back yard
Private Balcony
Second powder Room on the Second Floor
The architecture of the third floor is amazing~
Huge space!
Space for a theatre area, with a drop down screen
Game Table!
The ideal work from home space
Separate room on the third floor
Kitchenette with, sink, mini fridge and dishwasher. Ideal for party cleanup!
Full Bathroom on Third Floor
Second laundry Room on Third Floor
Lots of Outside space, under cover ,or on the balcony
Private back porch
Complete with heaters in the ceiling, and a place for a TV, Fall Football anyone?
Expansive Brick Patio
Perfect spot to watch the kids play in the yard
Carriage House
Carriage House
Carriage House
Carriage House Laundry behind the doors
Carriage House
Carriage House Bedroom 1
Carriage House Bedroom 2
Carriage House Full Bathroom
Nestled in the many mature trees of Cherokee Park
Hard to find a better location!!
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Last Sold Price
$1,350,000
4 beds6,819 sqft$198/sqft
1261 Cherokee Road, Louisville, KY 40204

Description

As spring approaches imagine how wonderful it would be to be so close to Cherokee Park and the conveniences of Bardstown Rd! The grandeur of yesteryear with modern conveniences of today's lifestyle in the highly sought-after Cherokee Triangle. No detail has been overlooked from the exquisite mouldings throughout, to the open Gourmet kitchen and hearth room, the Primary Suite with a spa like bathroom, unbelievable walk-in closet, entertainers' paradise on the third floor, large private greenspace,...As spring approaches imagine how wonderful it would be to be so close to Cherokee Park and the conveniences of Bardstown Rd! The grandeur of yesteryear with modern conveniences of today's lifestyle in the highly sought-after Cherokee Triangle. No detail has been overlooked from the exquisite mouldings throughout, to the open Gourmet kitchen and hearth room, the Primary Suite with a spa like bathroom, unbelievable walk-in closet, entertainers' paradise on the third floor, large private greenspace, and carriage house, this home has the best of all worlds! The front porch flanked with mature trees invites you to slow down and enjoy a cup of coffee or swing the afternoon away. As you enter the grand foyer you are immediately captured by the soaring ceiling heights, , large light filled windows and gleaming hardwood floors found throughout formal living and dining room will host even the most formal affairs but are also the perfect place for a family game night or to read a good book by the large windows. The warm and inviting family room has loads of bookshelves a fireplace and is tucked in between the front and back staircase. The gourmet kitchen and hearth room stretch across the entire back of the house and is filled with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, loads of custom storage cabinets, a wall of windows overlooking the back porch and yard, with a cozy fireplace and window seat dining. Upstairs the primary bedroom is separate enough from the other 3 bedrooms to afford some privacy, but close enough to feel together! Two of the bedrooms share a full bath as well as an additional half bath. One bedroom has an ensuite full bathroom. The third floor is amazing! The architecture makes it an interesting and cozy space, yet large enough to host amazing parties, theatre nights, or practice on the balance beam! The alcoves are ideal for a home office space and has a full bathroom, additional laundry and kitchenette! If you want to capture the last few weeks of great outdoor entertaining the large brick patio will be ideal for your fire pit, or if things get a little colder how about watching the game snuggled up on the back porch with the installed heaters! The carriage house has two bedrooms, full bathroom, laundry and a separate entrance and garage space. All while leaving a 2-car garage with loads of storage! Call today for your private showing.
LISTING CLOSED: 04/18/2023 02:43 PM

  1. Listed by Shaw Solomon • Brokerage DRE #203195 • Rainey, Allen & Shaw REALTORS
    P: (502) 417-3375 C: (502) 417-3375 louisvilleshaw@gmail.com

Property Details for 1261 Cherokee Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
1630741
Days on Market
31
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1900
Lot Size
0.21 AC / 9,147 SF
County
Jefferson County
Architectural Style
Traditional
Subdivision Name
CHEROKEE TRIANGLE
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Building Information for 1261 Cherokee Road

Stories3Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,147 SF

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Property Information for 1261 Cherokee Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Bardstown or Grinstead to Street.
  • Latitude: 38.237212
  • Longitude: -85.715171
  • MLS Area Major: 02-Butchertwn/Hghlnds/Germantwn
  • MLS Area Minor: 02-Butchertwn/Hghlnds/Germantwn
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 075E00810000
  • Tax Block: 075E
  • Tax Lot: 0081
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: Detached
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Covt/Restr, Sidewalk
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.21
  • Lot Size Area: 0.21
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 5869.0
  • Below Grade Unfin: 1442.0
  • Building Area Source: Appraiser
  • Building Area Total: 5869.0
  • Living Area: 6819.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Year Built: 1900
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Fuel:Natural
  • Water Source: Public
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
Room 4
  • Room Type: Half Bathroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 5
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 6
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 7
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 9
  • Room Type: Full Bathroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 12
  • Room Type: Full Bathroom
  • Room Level: Second
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Fencing: Full, Wood, Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Roof: Metal, Tile, Slate
  • Stories: 3
Interior Features
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 6
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Rooms Total: 20
  • Closets Total: 8
  • Laundry Level: 2nd

Property History for 1261 Cherokee Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 18, 2023

Sold

Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS #1630741

—
Apr 18, 2023

Contract Signed

Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS #1630741

—
Apr 13, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1509250972

$1,343,940—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/18/2023

Sold

Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS #1630741

—
04/18/2023

Contract Signed

Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS #1630741

—
04/13/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1509250972

$1,343,940

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Public Records for 1261 Cherokee Road

Taxable ValueLand$106,560Additions$1,237,380Total$1,343,940
Tax Record2025$16,934 ($1,411 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt4,991 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,991 SqFtStories3Lot Size9,130 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningR5B-RESIDENTICountyJEFFERSONAPN10075E00810000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1261 Cherokee Road

This home is within Jefferson County.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Chenoweth Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Alex R. Kennedy Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Field Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Breckinridge/Franklin Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Chenoweth Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Alex R. Kennedy Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Field Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Breckinridge/Franklin Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1261 Cherokee Road, Louisville, KY 40204
$1,350,000
4
6,819
9,147
1265 Cherokee Road, Louisville, KY 40204
–
2
3
4,260
7,405
1257 Cherokee Road, Louisville, KY 40204
$352,000
5
3,618
9,148
1267 Cherokee Road, Louisville, KY 40204
–
2
3
3,554
7,841
1253 Cherokee Road, Louisville, KY 40204
–
4
5
4,949
9,148
1251 Cherokee Road, Louisville, KY 40204
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2
1
3,196
7,405

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