Public Remarks: There is much to love in this tastefully done, move-in ready St. Matthews charmer. Situated on a lush, level lot on a quiet street off the Lexington Road corridor, this home is just a short distance from fantastic restaurants, boutique shopping, and scenic parks. Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed floor plan enhanced by brand-new windows, flooding every corner with natural light. The generously sized living room serves as the heart of the home, featuring elegant built-in bookshelves and a cozy fireplace--perfect for relaxing evenings. The well-appointed kitchen boasts abundant cabinetry and seamlessly connects to the formal dining room, making it ideal for hosting everything from intimate dinners to lively gatherings. Adjacent to these spaces is a versatile sitting room or office, offering flexibility for your lifestyle. Step out from the kitchen or dining room to a spacious screened-in porch, perfect for three-season entertaining. Beyond, a fully fenced backyard and a detached two-car garage provide additional privacy and convenience. Two spacious bedrooms and a recently renovated full bath complete the first floor. The entire second floor is dedicated to the oversized primary suite, a standout feature for a traditional St. Matthews Cape Cod. With its vaulted ceilings, expansive walk-in closet, and spa-like primary bath, this retreat is a sanctuary. French doors lead to a private deck, ideal for enjoying your morning coffee or unwinding with an evening cocktail. The large unfinished basement offers ample storage and a convenient laundry area. Move right in and start making memories in this timeless gem!
This cozy Cape Cod is located off Lexington Rd near many restaurants, shops, school, parks and highways. Traditional floor plan includes formal living room with built in bookshelves and fireplace, formal dining room, kitchen and large sitting area that overlooks backyard. Two bedrooms and a full bath complete the main floor. The upstairs spacious master suite features walk in closet, en suite bath and french doors leading to private deck perfect for morning coffee or simply relaxing at the end of the day. Large unfinished basement has laundry area and tons of storage space. The screened in porch offers additional entertaining space along with access to fully fenced backyard with detached 2 car garage. House is ready for a new owner to update and call it home!
Metro Search MLS #1055290
Jun 23, 2004
Sold
$242,500
$102/sq ft
May 5, 2004
Listed
$259,000
$109/sq ft
Public Remarks
Charming cottage, picket fence, dual heat & air. Screened porch and deck off master bedroom. Beautiful pegged random width floors on first floor. Updated kitchen and master bath, fireplace with gas logs in living room, very nice sitting room off kitchen, two-car garage, fenced yard. Home across Lexington Rd. from Sacred Heart. Note 2227 square feet according to appraisal. Excellent condition.
Metro Search MLS #820232
Nov 30, 1998
Sold
$163,000
$68/sq ft
Nov 8, 1998
Listed
$172,900
$72/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,039 (−1.9%)
$85,000 + $440,000
$525,000
2024
$5,135 (+16.0%)
$85,000 + $314,960
$399,960
2023
$4,429 (−1.3%)
$85,000 + $314,960
$399,960
2022
$4,488 (−5.2%)
$60,000 + $270,000
$330,000
2021
$4,737 (+44.6%)
$60,000 + $270,000
$330,000
2020
$3,275 (+2.4%)
$60,000 + $270,000
$330,000
2019
$3,197 (+0.6%)
$65,000 + $212,640
$277,640
2018
$3,179 (+1.6%)
$65,000 + $212,640
$277,640
2017
$3,128 (−0.9%)
$65,000 + $212,640
$277,640
2015
$3,156 (+5.3%)
$65,000 + $212,640
$277,640
2014
$2,997
$44,000 + $218,350
$262,350
Tax history for 517 Dover Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,039 (−1.9%)
$85,000 + $440,000
$525,000
2024
$5,135 (+16.0%)
$85,000 + $314,960
$399,960
2023
$4,429 (−1.3%)
$85,000 + $314,960
$399,960
2022
$4,488 (−5.2%)
$60,000 + $270,000
$330,000
2021
$4,737 (+44.6%)
$60,000 + $270,000
$330,000
2020
$3,275 (+2.4%)
$60,000 + $270,000
$330,000
2019
$3,197 (+0.6%)
$65,000 + $212,640
$277,640
2018
$3,179 (+1.6%)
$65,000 + $212,640
$277,640
2017
$3,128 (−0.9%)
$65,000 + $212,640
$277,640
2015
$3,156 (+5.3%)
$65,000 + $212,640
$277,640
2014
$2,997
$44,000 + $218,350
$262,350
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,752 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1947
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
05074H01200000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 27, 2026.
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 2.0
Parking Features: Detached, Entry Front
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
First Floor PBR: No
Primary Bedroom Level: Second
# Upper Floor Bedrooms: 0.0
# 2nd Floor Bedrooms: 1.0
# 1st Floor Bedrooms: 2
# Basement Bedrooms: 0.0
Primary Bedroom: Yes
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 0
Primary Bathroom Level: Second
Full Bathroom: Yes
Full Bathroom Level: First
Primary Bathroom: Yes
Kitchen & Dining Information
Dining Room: Yes
Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen: Yes
Kitchen Level: First
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
# of Closets: 7
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplaces: Level 1: 1
Fireplace: Yes
Living Areas
Living Room: Yes
Living Room Level: First
Den & Office Information
Den: Yes
Den Level: First
Other Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Rooms Total: 9
Basement Y/N: Yes
Basement: Unfinished
Bedroom: Yes
Bedroom Level: First
Dining Room: Yes
Dining Room Level: First
Fireplaces Total: 1
Full Bathroom: Yes
Full Bathroom Level: First
Kitchen: Yes
Kitchen Level: First
First Floor Laundry: No
Primary Bathroom: Yes
Primary Bathroom Level: Second
Primary Bedroom: Yes
Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Room 1 Information
Room 1 Level: First
Room 1 Type: Living Room
Room 2 Information
Room 2 Level: First
Room 2 Type: Kitchen
Room 3 Information
Room 3 Level: First
Room 3 Type: Dining Room
Room 4 Information
Room 4 Level: First
Room 4 Type: Den
Room 5 Information
Room 5 Level: First
Room 5 Type: Bedroom
Room 6 Information
Room 6 Level: First
Room 6 Type: Bedroom
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Level: First
Room 7 Type: Full Bathroom
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Level: Second
Room 8 Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Level: Second
Room 9 Type: Primary Bathroom
Exterior
Land Information
Fencing: Full
Fencing: Full: Yes
Lot Description
Lot Features: DeadEnd
Lot Size Acres: 0.15
Lot Size Area: 0.15
Lot Size Units: Acres
Dead End: Yes
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Residential
Architectural Style: Cape Cod
Subdivision / Condo Amenities
Subdivision Name: JUANITA PLACE
Building Information
Building Area Source: Other
Building Area Total: 2386.0
Stories: 2
Year Built: 1947
Roof: Shingle
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Above Grade Finished: 2,386
Below Grade Unfin: 1,092
Living Area: 2386.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Block: 074H
Tax Lot: 0120
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected
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: JUANITA PLACE
School Information
High School District: Jefferson
School District: Jefferson
Location Information
Directions: Lexington Rd to street
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,752 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: 1947
County: Jefferson County
APN: 05074H01200000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 27, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Documents Change Timestamp: 2025-04-26T05:16:47Z
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Schools
Chenoweth Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
4/10
Westport Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.3mi
4/10
Waggener High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
1/10
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$515,000 – $624,000
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