Last Sold Price
3 beds2,789 sqft$645/sqft
7909 Rose Island Road, Prospect, KY 40059

Description

Set in the woods along a tree-lined private road in Prospect, is a unique architectural gem that offers the buyer sublime spa-like luxury living, privacy and easy access to nearby shopping, restaurants and the many cultural offerings of downtown Louisville. Built in 1979 by Louisville architect Robert Nolan for his family residence and situated on a wooded lot with seasonal views of the Ohio River, this California Modernist home was purchased by its second owner in 2021, and reconceived for use as...Set in the woods along a tree-lined private road in Prospect, is a unique architectural gem that offers the buyer sublime spa-like luxury living, privacy and easy access to nearby shopping, restaurants and the many cultural offerings of downtown Louisville. Built in 1979 by Louisville architect Robert Nolan for his family residence and situated on a wooded lot with seasonal views of the Ohio River, this California Modernist home was purchased by its second owner in 2021, and reconceived for use as his personal residence. After an extensive 3-year renovation, including an addition designed by Jeff Rawlins, principal of the award-winning firm Architectural Artisans, the home is now even more ideally suited to its one-of-a-kind setting and location. The current owner is a deeply experienced residential and commercial designer with projects located in New York and Los Angeles, as well as Louisville. His efforts have been featured in various publications and books, including In Style, The Wall Street Journal, Hollywood Life, Dwell TV, The Village Voice, Louisville Magazine, Los Angeles Magazine, Modern Houses of Louisville, The Critical Edge: Controversy in Recent American Architecture, and others. Renovations include a luxurious steam room with a soaking tub, shower, and sound system; an observation deck on the hillside under the tree canopy; a heated in-ground plunge pool with jets; a gas fireplace feature; a fully covered outdoor kitchen and dining area; a carefully curated outdoor lighting system; heated bathroom floors; a Sonos sound system with Klipsch Pro Audio speakers, among other details, which make for a genuine retreat without leaving the premises. This private haven is set back off Prospect's prestigious Rose Island Road, and abuts a forested conservation easement. For equine enthusiasts, an adjacent 2-stall barn and large paddock provides space for at least two animals. Professional landscaping has preserved the pastoral atmosphere of the property while maintaining its exquisite residential charm.
LISTING CLOSED: 08/20/2026 10:53 AM

  1. Listed by Clayton Gentile • Brokerage DRE #178294 • Kentucky Select Properties
    P: (502) 271-5000 C: (502) 386-6660 cgentile@kyselectproperties.com

Property Details for 7909 Rose Island Road

Status
MLS #
1715313
Days on Market
54
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1979
Lot Size
3.18 AC / 138,520 SF
Architectural Style
Contemporary

Location

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Building Information for 7909 Rose Island Road

Stories1Year Built1979Building Size-Lot Size3.18 AC / 138,520 SF

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$9,585 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,149

Property Taxes

$436

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 7909 Rose Island Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: US HWY 42 to Rose Island Road
  • Latitude: 38.368863
  • Longitude: -85.61412
  • MLS Area Major: 20-Oldham County N171
  • MLS Area Minor: 20-Oldham County N171
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 0200008
  • Tax Block: 02-00-00-8
  • Tax Lot: 02-00-00-8
School Information
  • High School District: Oldham
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached, Entry Front, Driveway
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.18
  • Lot Size Area: 3.18
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2078.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 711.0
  • Below Grade Unfin: 127.0
  • Building Area Source: Appraiser
  • Building Area Total: 2078.0
  • Living Area: 2789.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Year Built: 1979
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Stone
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space, Poured Concrete
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Garage(s)
Utilities
  • 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: Den
  • Room Level: First
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 7
  • Room Type: Full Bathroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 8
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: First
Room 9
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 10
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Level: First
Room 11
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 12
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Room Level: Basement
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Hot Tub, Sauna/Steam
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Basement: Walkout Finished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Rooms Total: 13
  • Closets Total: 8
  • Laundry Level: 1st

Property History for 7909 Rose Island Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 20, 2026

Sold

Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS #1715313

$1,800,000
Aug 20, 2026

Contract Signed

Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS #1715313

Jun 25, 2026

Contract Out

Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS #1715313

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/20/2026

Sold

Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS #1715313

$1,800,000
08/20/2026

Contract Signed

Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS #1715313

06/25/2026

Contract Out

Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS #1715313

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

Public Records for 7909 Rose Island Road

Taxable ValueLand$70,000Additions$400,000Total$470,000
Tax Record2025$5,229 ($436 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,977 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,977 SqFtStories1Lot Size129,068 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1979Year Renovated1979CountyOLDHAMAPN02-00-00-8

Schools near 7909 Rose Island Road

This home is within Oldham County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Harmony Elementary School
PublicK to 5

North Oldham Middle School
Public6 to 8

North Oldham High School
Public9 to 12

Liberty Academy
Public6 to 12

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