Public Remarks: Built in 1922, beautifully reimagined and painstakingly remodeled over the years since 2005, this spectacular property offers panoramic views of Cherokee Park from its prime position on this remarkable .5-acre lot perched overlooking the Park. Words which describe this uniquely extraordinary home include welcoming, comfortable, imaginative, refined, thoughtful, glimmering with natural light, a truly marvelous home with space for every activity and for every single person who enters to enjoy, and for every single person who lives within. The outside has evolved into a paradise for private outdoor relaxation and enjoyment. The first-floor flows with large and cozy spaces, tall ceilings and beautiful millwork. It includes a living room with gas fireplace, a handsome library/dining room with lovely built in cabinetry, a wood burning and gas fireplace and a bar with ice cabinet, another family room that leads to the wonderful screen porch, a gracious open kitchen with seating and dining areas that include a Vermont Cast Iron stove, and it leads to the screen porch as well. Beyond the kitchen is the side entry to the home which offers a charming sitting/mud room entry, a full bath and a large pantry. A few steps up take you into the added open sky lit loft and a huge room ideal as a studio or a magnificent playroom or office. Beautiful new custom stairways take you to the second, and third, floor which offers a primary suite with large laundry room, a dressing area, 2 walk in closets and a double vanity bath that connects to the private deck, and more gorgeous Cherokee Park views. Two other large bedrooms with deep closets, and a full bath, complete the second floor. The third-floor bedroom and full bath delivers the perfect privacy suite. The full basement is unfinished and offers a most amazing collection of workshop and storage areas, and a wine cellar. The 3-car garage was added in 2007. The Gunite pool is salt water and heated. Irrigation system throughout property. A most extraordinary collection of trees and landscaping grace the property. A list of improvements and features are available in the documents section of this listing, as is a list of the trees and their placements, and a floor plan.
Single-familyProperty Type
1922Year Built
0.55 acresLot Size
$335Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Jackie Strange• Kentucky Select Properties
Est. $1,634 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1700 Cherokee Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Metro Search MLS #1713273
Jun 18, 2026
Sold
$1,654,000
$335/sq ft
Apr 8, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 8, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 2, 2026
Listed
$1,630,000
$330/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 8, 2003
Sold
$470,000
$95/sq ft
Metro Search MLS #1031268
Sep 4, 2003
Sold
$500,000
$101/sq ft
Jul 1, 2003
Listed
$595,000
$120/sq ft
Public Remarks
FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY FOR A SAVVY PERSON TO REBUILD THEIR DREAM HOME IN ONE OF LOUISVILLE'S FINEST LOCATIONS OVERLOOKING CHEROKEE PARK. NOTE...THIS HOUSE IS BEING OFFERED ''AS IS''. CURRENTLY IN THE MIDDLE OF RENOVATIONS. POSSIBLE 4-5 BEDROOMS AND BATHS. ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGS AVAILABLE TO BUYER. Sellers Motivated!
Install a new in-ground swimming pool. The project includes barrier and enclosure requirements and must comply with local building codes and health department approvals. A separate electrical permit is required.
Electrical
Pool and hot tub
Apr 1, 2019 • Final
Electrical residential
Construct a garage and room addition.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 3.0
Parking Features: Attached, Entry Rear, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
First Floor PBR: No
# Upper Floor Bedrooms: 1.0
# 2nd Floor Bedrooms: 3.0
# 1st Floor Bedrooms: 0.0
# Basement Bedrooms: 0.0
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Half: 0
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 14
# of Closets: 8
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplaces Total: 2
Fireplaces: Level 1: 2
Fireplace: Yes
Other Room Information
# of Rooms: 14
Rooms Total: 16
Basement Y/N: Yes
Basement: Unfinished
Fireplaces Total: 2
First Floor Laundry: No
Room 1 Information
Room 1 Level: First
Room 1 Type: Library
Room 2 Information
Room 2 Level: First
Room 2 Type: Living Room
Room 3 Information
Room 3 Level: First
Room 3 Type: Dining Room
Room 4 Information
Room 4 Level: First
Room 4 Type: Family Room
Room 5 Information
Room 5 Level: First
Room 5 Type: Kitchen
Room 6 Information
Room 6 Level: First
Room 6 Type: Sitting Room
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Level: First
Room 7 Type: Full Bathroom
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Level: First
Room 8 Type: Office
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Level: Second
Room 9 Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 10 Information
Room 10 Level: Second
Room 10 Type: Primary Bathroom
Room 11 Information
Room 11 Level: Second
Room 11 Type: Laundry
Room 12 Information
Room 12 Level: Second
Room 12 Type: Bedroom
Room 13 Information
Room 13 Level: Second
Room 13 Type: Bedroom
Room 14 Information
Room 14 Level: Second
Room 14 Type: Full Bathroom
Room 15 Information
Room 15 Level: Third
Room 15 Type: Bedroom
Room 16 Information
Room 16 Level: Third
Room 16 Type: Full Bathroom
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: See Remarks, Balcony
Lot Description
Lot Size Acres: 0.55
Lot Size Area: 0.55
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 6350 x 903
Corner: Yes
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Residential
Architectural Style: Traditional
Subdivision / Condo Amenities
Subdivision Name: BONNYCASTLE
Building Information
Building Area Source: Appraiser
Building Area Total: 4941.0
Stories: 3
Year Built: 1922
Roof: Shingle
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Construction Materials: Wood Frame
Above Grade Finished: 4,941
Below Grade Unfin: 2,210
Living Area: 4941.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Block: 078a
Tax Lot: 0244
Utilities
Utility Information
# of HVAC Units: 3
# of HVAC Units: 3
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Fuel:Natural
Heating
Heating Y/N: Yes
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Cooling Y/N: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: 0.0
Neighborhood Information
Subdivision Name: BONNYCASTLE
Location Information
Directions: Spring Dr. to Cherokee Rd. Corner of Cherokee Rd. and Cherokee Terrace
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1920
County: Jefferson County
APN: 10078A02440000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Documents Change Timestamp: 2026-07-19T05:16:32Z
Around this home
Schools
Bloom Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
Highland Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Atherton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Louisville, KY • 40205
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 24% for direct sun exposure in Louisville. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$1.76M – $2.13M
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