Last Sold Price
4 beds1,950 sqft$187/sqft
1704 Ruth Avenue, Louisville, KY 40205

Description

This recently renovated Highland gem sits on quiet street in a highly sought-after neighborhood. This charming 4Bedroom / 2Bath home blends modern updates with classic touches! The quaint decor makes it ideal for a growing family or as a great Bellrmine student rental. Step inside from the covered front porch into a refinished interior, featuring a spacious Living Room, cozy Dining Room, and conveniently sized Kitchen. There are 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath on the first floor; and 2 newly remodeled...This recently renovated Highland gem sits on quiet street in a highly sought-after neighborhood. This charming 4Bedroom / 2Bath home blends modern updates with classic touches! The quaint decor makes it ideal for a growing family or as a great Bellrmine student rental. Step inside from the covered front porch into a refinished interior, featuring a spacious Living Room, cozy Dining Room, and conveniently sized Kitchen. There are 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath on the first floor; and 2 newly remodeled bedrooms and 1 newly updated full bath on the second floor. The basement offers the triple threat of a cool hangout/ game room area, a bonus room [potential Office or Home Gym], plus tons of unfinished space for the laundry room and storage.
LISTING CLOSED: 05/06/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Marina A Sud • Brokerage DRE #248160 • Neighbors Realty Group
    P: (502) 541-4343 C: (502) 541-4343 sisterswhobuyhouses@gmail.com

Property Details for 1704 Ruth Avenue

Status
MLS #
1684471
Days on Market
2
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1942
Lot Size
0.14 AC / 6,098 SF
Architectural Style
Cape Cod
Subdivision Name
OLYMPIA

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$380,000

Avg days on market

26

Sale-to-list ratio

96.1%

[Louisville, KY]

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Location

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Sold By White Picket Real Estate

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Building Information for 1704 Ruth Avenue

Stories2Year Built1942Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,085 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,855

Property Taxes

$230

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1704 Ruth Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Newburg Road to Street, Ruth is located across from St. Agnes Church.
  • Latitude: 38.223018
  • Longitude: -85.707559
  • MLS Area Major: 02-Butchertwn/Hghlnds/Germantwn
  • MLS Area Minor: 02-Butchertwn/Hghlnds/Germantwn
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 076E00710000
  • Tax Block: 076E
  • Tax Lot: 0071
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: See Remarks
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size Area: 0.14
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1500.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 450.0
  • Below Grade Unfin: 450.0
  • Building Area Source: List Agent
  • Building Area Total: 1500.0
  • Living Area: 1950.0
  • Living Area Source: List Agent
  • Year Built: 1942
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Fuel:Natural
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 5
  • Room Type: Full Bathroom
  • Room Level: Second
Room 6
  • Room Type: Full Bathroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 7
  • Room Type: Dining Area
  • Room Level: First
Room 8
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
Room 9
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: First
Room 10
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Level: Basement
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 2
Interior Features
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Rooms Total: 10
  • Closets Total: 6
  • Laundry Level: Basement

Property History for 1704 Ruth Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 6, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1557902045

$365,000

+4.3% / yr

May 6, 2025

Sold

Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS #1684471

$365,000
Apr 17, 2025

Contract Signed

Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS #1684471

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/06/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1557902045

$365,000

+4.3% / yr

05/06/2025

Sold

Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS #1684471

$365,000
04/17/2025

Contract Signed

Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS #1684471

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1704 Ruth Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$60,000Additions$207,690Total$267,690
Tax Record2025$2,754 ($230 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,500 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,500 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,998 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1942Year Renovated1942ZoningR5-RESIDENCountyJEFFERSONAPN10076E00710000

Schools near 1704 Ruth Avenue

This home is within Jefferson County.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Audubon Traditional Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Camp Taylor Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Shelby Traditional Academy
PublicK to 5

Bloom 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: 1704 Ruth Avenue, Louisville, KY 40205
$365,000
4
1,950
6,098
$108,000
4
1,327
5,880
$83,500
4
1,500
6,000
1
2
1,037
6,240
$220,000
3
2
1,471
5,998
$160,000
2
977
5,227

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