Public Remarks: A perfect blend of modern functionality with classic character is what you will find in this brick 1.5 story St Matthews home with a finished basement! This home boasts a layout that allows you to maximize the space for entertaining, comfort, and everyday living. The main floor features a completely open-concept living area anchored by a striking see-through wood-burning fireplace, adding warmth and charm from both the living room and adjacent spaces. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and an attractive tile backsplash with accent lighting under the sleek white cabinets. Just off the dining area is a door leading to the screened in back porch that overlooks the privacy fenced back yard, the perfect place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. You will love the home office that shares the see through fireplace and offers lots of natural light creating the perfect workspace. The convenient first floor primary bedroom offers a spacious walk-in closet along with a convenient en suite bathroom with a double sink vanity and gorgeous tile shower Upstairs you will find 2 additional bedrooms that share a spacious bathroom with a shower/tub combo. Make your way to the finished basement where you will have a second living area or flex space to use for whatever suits your needs. The oversized laundry room has cabinets for storage along with a counter top for folding laundry. You will have a mudroom that makes a great place for organizing coats and shoes as you come in from the attached garage. This location allows easy access to Shelbyville Rd and the Watterson Expressway for a quick commute. You will be located close to all of the shopping, dining, and entertainment this area has to offer. Schedule a showing today to make this house your new home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
9,147 sq ftLot Size
$177Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jay T. Pitts and Associates Pitts• RE/MAX Premier Properties
Listed by Brenna Brooks• RE/MAX Premier Properties
Another picture perfect remodel by Brenlow Properties in St Matthews ready for its lucky new owner. This well thought out 1.5 story has been opened up and completely re-worked for the most functional floor plan possible. On the main floor you will enjoy a completely open living room with a woodburning see-through fireplace, all new kitchen with stainless appliances and large pantry, a den/office which boasts a mantle with the wood from an old Jim Beam warehouse and a new powder room. Also on this main level is the master suite which was created by the design guru of Brenlow herself. The master bath is also all new and as you will see from the photos, its a rare find in St Matthews and features a large stand alone shower and a spacious walk-in closet. On the second level the kids will love their brand new full bath and the 2 additional bedrooms up there. Not only will they love their space on the second level, they will treasure the basement which is newly finished. Mom will definitely love them having their own personal cubbies for all the sports equipment, backpacks or where they leave their electronics charging for the night to grab as they leave in the morning. No more muddy uniforms running through the house as they can drop them right into the laundry area before they head upstairs. Leave the soccer balls, golf clubs or whatever you like in this space which was also very well thought out. Other wonderful features of this amazing St Matthews home include the screened in porch, the large fenced yard, new roof, updated wiring, windows and HVAC. Don't wait to come see this lovely gem that hasn't been on the market for over 50 years and will allow you to just move in and enjoy the fruits of your labor.
Public Records
Oct 9, 2017
Sold
$195,000
$67/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,383 (+1.0%)
$80,000 + $309,280
$389,280
2024
$4,340 (+7.0%)
$80,000 + $309,280
$389,280
2023
$4,055 (−0.3%)
$80,000 + $309,280
$389,280
2022
$4,069 (−7.5%)
$60,000 + $293,230
$353,230
2021
$4,400 (+6.2%)
$60,000 + $293,230
$353,230
2020
$4,142 (+2.0%)
$60,000 + $293,230
$353,230
2019
$4,059 (+47.1%)
$44,000 + $314,000
$358,000
2018
$2,759 (+20.3%)
$44,000 + $202,270
$246,270
2017
$2,294 (+4.0%)
$44,000 + $202,270
$246,270
2016
$2,207 (+48.3%)
$44,000 + $202,270
$246,270
2015
$1,488 (−0.7%)
$44,000 + $202,270
$246,270
2014
$1,498
$37,000 + $140,700
$177,700
2013
$1,498
$37,000 + $140,700
$177,700
Tax history for 226 Alcott Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,383 (+1.0%)
$80,000 + $309,280
$389,280
2024
$4,340 (+7.0%)
$80,000 + $309,280
$389,280
2023
$4,055 (−0.3%)
$80,000 + $309,280
$389,280
2022
$4,069 (−7.5%)
$60,000 + $293,230
$353,230
2021
$4,400 (+6.2%)
$60,000 + $293,230
$353,230
2020
$4,142 (+2.0%)
$60,000 + $293,230
$353,230
2019
$4,059 (+47.1%)
$44,000 + $314,000
$358,000
2018
$2,759 (+20.3%)
$44,000 + $202,270
$246,270
2017
$2,294 (+4.0%)
$44,000 + $202,270
$246,270
2016
$2,207 (+48.3%)
$44,000 + $202,270
$246,270
2015
$1,488 (−0.7%)
$44,000 + $202,270
$246,270
2014
$1,498
$37,000 + $140,700
$177,700
2013
$1,498
$37,000 + $140,700
$177,700
*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
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
9,300 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1952
Sq. Ft.
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Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
22053600050000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
Jan 7, 2021 • Final
Residential alteration
Renovate a single-family home by removing walls on the first and second floors and replacing a load-bearing wall with a steel beam. Finish the basement with studs and drywall, ensuring no bedrooms or living spaces are created. Install or maintain smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and ensure all new bathrooms are properly ventilated.
Addition
Remodel
Apr 1, 2019 • Final
Electrical residential
Perform an interior renovation.
Remodel
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