529 W St Catherine St, Louisville, KY 40203 | MLS# 1697983

Description

This fabulous Old Louisville circa 1900 Victorian home offers 2950 Sq. Ft. of renovated and restored living space with a dreamy primary ensuite encompassing the entire 3rd floor. Super great location on West St. Catherine between Garvin Place & 6th St. which consists of mainly single-family homes. The covered front porch opens into the grand foyer with corner fireplace with original tile, oak flooring with inlays, dramatic black & white striped walls and a crystal chandelier. The foyer opens into the formal living room with oak flooring, crown molding, a starburst chandelier, track lighting & another working gas fireplace. Through pocket doors you enter the formal dining room (overlooking the rear gardens) which has wide yellow heart of pine flooring, another beautiful corner fireplace (not used), a period chandelier and track lighting. There is a hallway from the foyer back to the kitchen that has a closet along with a 1/2 bath with oak floors and a vanity with speckled dark granite. The large eat-in kitchen is stunning with floor to ceiling white subway tile, light grey cabinetry, recessed lighting, speckled grey granite counter, double sink, a red Smeg gas range, Whirlpool microwave, dishwasher & refrigerator. There is also a built-in pantry and laundry cabinet for a stacking washer & dryer. Up the incredible natural split staircase to the 2nd floor where you will find 3 bedrooms (1 being used as home office & one being used as family room) all with fireplace mantels & a bonus room currently used as a huge dressing room/closet. There is a full bath on this floor that offers a vintage claw foot tub w/shower surround, bead board under chair rail, black & white ceramic flooring and a pedestal sink. Your private 700 Sq. Ft. ensuite retreat awaits you on the 3rd floor with a large bedroom, a sitting area, full bath with walk-in shower. There is also a walk-in closet with original built-in drawers and cabinetry. The owner created this great space after purchasing the home and added a separate HVAC system to ensure comfort year-round. This home has neutral colors, gorgeous décor, beautiful lighting fixtures & fireplace mantels, natural millwork, incredible split staircase, tall ceilings, and custom blinds. Outside you will find a very enjoyable covered rear porch with graceful steps into the privacy fenced rear yard with patio and beautiful garden areas. There is also off-street parking behind the fenced yard with room to build a garage or carriage house and a cellar for added storage. The average LG&E runs around $175 per mo. and the Water/Sewer runs around $75 per mo. Super great neighbors up and down the block. Old Louisville offers Olmsted’s Central Park with tennis courts, a children’s playground and large splash pad along with the Information Center & outdoor amphitheater where you can enjoy “Shakespeare in the Park” and live concerts throughout the summer months. Also, you can enjoy the Saint James Court Art Show, the Holiday Home Tour & The Old Louisville Hidden Garden tour and so much more. Lots to do with great neighborhood camaraderie and located close to downtown, all major interstates and the International Airport. (The antique medicine cabinet in 3rd floor bath will not convey with property, holes will be patched and painted prior to closing). The seller is willing to pay up to $5000 towards buyers closing costs, prepaids, buy down, credits, etc. with an acceptable offer.