With timeless character and thoughtful design, this charming Highlands cottage is just a few blocks away from everything this vibrant part of town has to offer! Imagine kicking back on the spacious front porch, framed by a stunning pergola, as you soak in the neighborhood vibes. Retreat to your shaded paradise on the expansive deck in the backyard, complete with a Wisteria-draped pergola. Inside, the inviting main level is filled with natural light, features beautiful hardwood flooring, and emanates unique style throughout. Relaxation time in your inviting living room is enhanced by a fireplace centerpiece. Perfect for everyday living or entertaining guests, through French Doors, you have a stately dining room that leads to a fully updated kitchen sparkling with stainless steel, custom cabinets, and chic glass subway tiles. The primary bedroom offers a cozy hideaway fit for a king-sized bed and connects to a Jack and Jill bath that opens to a second bedroom with sliding door to the back deck. You will love the custom design wardrobe closet by Closets by Design. Recent updates include an updated bathroom and powder room. Upstairs, you have a massive bonus room featuring exposed brick that is ideal for a private bedroom, office, or whatever fits your lifestyle. The unfinished basement houses the laundry and an abundance of storage and opportunities to create more living space. This home gives you the best of both worlds - a beautiful and comfortable place to live and rest, and the convenience of an unbeatable location close to local restaurants, shopping, fine dining, parks, entertainment, interstates, and so much more. Please note that the upstairs bonus room is an additional 300 square feet that is finished and not included in total finished square feet.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
4,791 sq ftLot Size
$366Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Christie Wolfe• First Saturday Real Estate
Precious Highlands cottage with fabulous curb appeal and privacy! The large front porch is framed with a gorgeous pergola, perfect for enjoying the Highland neighborhood or sit outside in your private oasis on the large back deck with Wisteria covered pergola. The spacious family room flooded with light is meant for cozy nights gathered around the fireplace centerpiece. Open with French doors is the long and elegant dining room leading to the updated kitchen with stainless appliances and beautiful glass subway tile. The primary bedroom is privately tucked away with room for a king size bed and a Jack and Jill full bath that enters into second bedroom with a sliding door to the backyard deck. Don't forget to climb the stairs to the enormous bonus room highlighted by exposed brick , currently used as an office and work out space. There is plenty of storage in the basement where you will find an other entry as well as laundry. No need to look for condo or apartment living! Own your own cottage in the Highlands at a great price! Please note: The extra 304 finished square feet upstairs is acceptable according to ANSI standards due to it being typical for the area and age of the home.
Metro Search MLS #1543962
Nov 8, 2019
Sold
$225,000
$220/sq ft
Oct 9, 2019
Pending
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Sep 24, 2019
Price Changed
$229,900
$225/sq ft
Sep 24, 2019
Listed
$239,900
$234/sq ft
+24
Public Remarks
Charming Highlands cottage with curb appeal out the wazoo. Large front porch and gorgeous pergola. Hardwood floors. Working gas fireplace in living room. Dining room with French doors. Unfinished basement. Full staircase to attic with expansion potential. Sliding doors to large deck. Fenced yard. Great outdoor space. Move-in condition. Why settle for a condo?
Public Records
Dec 10, 2009
Sold
$160,000
$156/sq ft
Metro Search MLS #719107
Feb 27, 1998
Sold
$96,500
$94/sq ft
Nov 12, 1997
Listed
$99,000
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,623 (−1.9%)
$51,700 + $235,800
$287,500
2024
$3,692 (−4.3%)
$51,700 + $235,800
$287,500
2023
$3,858 (+26.1%)
$51,700 + $235,800
$287,500
2022
$3,060 (−6.2%)
$51,700 + $235,800
$287,500
2021
$3,261 (+5.5%)
$51,700 + $173,300
$225,000
2020
$3,092 (+37.1%)
$51,700 + $173,300
$225,000
2019
$2,255 (+1.3%)
$51,700 + $173,300
$225,000
2018
$2,226 (+1.6%)
$60,000 + $108,070
$168,070
2017
$2,190 (−0.6%)
$60,000 + $108,070
$168,070
2015
$2,203 (+4.0%)
$60,000 + $108,070
$168,070
2014
$2,118
$35,000 + $125,000
$160,000
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
4,996 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1920
Finished Sq. Ft.
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Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
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Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
10076K00110000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
Sep 13, 2021 • Final
Electrical residential
Install electrical outlets and lighting in a new attic space. Replace the existing electrical service panel with a new panel board.
Electrical
Remodel
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.
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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 20 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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Redfin Estimate for 1808 Rosedale Ave
$366,605
$8,395 under list price of $375K
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