Primary on Main
Address
643 E Oak St, Louisville, KY
Price
$ 189,900
Property Attributes
- MLS#1724912
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyJefferson
- CityLouisville
- AreaButchertwn-Hghlnds-Germantwn
- NeighborhoodSHELBY
- Zip40203
- StyleTraditional
- Year Built1912
- Price$ 189,900
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2886
- Lot Size0.1 Acres
Data Source:
Metro Search, Inc.
Property Description
Unlock opportunity in the heart of historic Shelby Park! This spacious home has a flexible 4-bedroom layout with character and charm: tall ceilings, hardwood floors, unpainted wood trim, pocket doors, and original door knobs await your personal touch. The main level offers nearly 1,500 SF while another bonus is the 1,000+ SF of finished attic, a perfect flex space. Plus, the 500+ SF walk-up unfinished basement has laundry hookups and extra room for storage. The home is zoned R-6 with duplex-conversion potential; buyer to verify. As a contributing resource in the Shelby Park National Register Historic District, it is eligible for historic rehabilitation tax credit programs, according to the Kentucky Historic Council. Outside sip sweet tea on the front porch overlooking the front yard or garden in the backyard, both adorned with locally sourced native plants landscaped by Native Oasis. The privacy-fenced backyard offers raised beds, a shed and an off-street one car parking pad. This centenarian home is full of potential for homebuyers ready to build equity through updates and improvements or investors looking for their next renovation or buy and hold property. The surrounding blocks include the park, Shelby Park, which is home to a historic Carnegie library, where the Shelby Park Neighborhood Association meets monthly. Nearby the home is also a plethora of local dining and businesses such as Perso, Toasty's Tavern, Atrium Brewing, OMA, Lady Luck, Mooncrust Cafe, and many more! Plus, the centrally located neighborhood is next to Germantown, Logan Street Market, minutes from Downtown Louisville, the Highlands, NuLu, local restaurants, parks, entertainment, and more! Whether you're looking for your next renovation project, a long-term investment, or a home where your improvements can build equity, this property presents an exciting opportunity with lots of possibilities! Property is being sold as-is. Buyer to verify all aspects of the property important to the buyer.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/18/2026 | Listed $189,900 |
General Features
| Heating | Electric,Forced Air,Radiant,Other |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Wall/Window Unit(s) |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected,Fuel:Natural |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Construction Materials | Vinyl Siding,Wood Frame,Brick,Stone |
| Year Built | 1912 |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| County | Jefferson |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | SHELBY |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Other Structures | Outbuilding |
| Total Rooms | 9 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From I-65N, take exit 134A 61 North/Jackson Street. Continue on South Jackson St. Take a right on E. Oak Street and house will be on the left corner, right before Clay Street, at 643 E. Oak St., Louisville, KY 40203. |
| City | Louisville |
| High School District | Jefferson |
| MLS Area | 02-Butchertwn/Hghlnds/Germantwn |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 4400 |
| MLS Area Minor | 02-Butchertwn/Hghlnds/Germantwn |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Tax Lot | 0035 |
Interior Features
| Basement | Walk-Up Access,Unfinished |
|---|---|
| Total Fireplaces | 2 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 2279 |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 502 |
| LivingAreaSource | Other |
| Total Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Fencing | Privacy,Full,Wood,Chain Link |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | On Street,Off Street,Entry Rear |
| Lot Features | Corner Lot,Sidewalk |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 0.1 |
| Foundation Details | Crawl Space |
| Building Area Total | 2279 |
| Lot Dimensions | 40X110 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.1 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 40203
Price
Year Built
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