Public Remarks: Welcome to your dream home in St. Matthews! This charming ranch-style residence offers the perfect blend of modern convenience and cozy warmth. With 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this home is designed for comfortable living. As you enter through the front door, you are welcomed into an inviting open-concept living space. The living room, adorned with a charming fireplace, seamlessly flows into the dining area and kitchen, creating a warm and communal atmosphere for family gatherings and entertaining guests. The kitchen is a chef's delight with its updated features, boasting white cabinets and butcher block counters. A sunroom adjacent to the dining area bathes the space in natural light, creating a perfect spot for morning coffee or a cozy reading nook. The primary bedroom is a retreat in itself, offering a good-sized en-suite bathroom for added privacy and convenience. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the main level. Venture downstairs to the partially finished basement, where you'll find a welcoming family room that can serve as a versatile space for recreation or relaxation. The basement also houses plenty of storage room and a convenient laundry area. Outside, the fully fenced backyard and deck awaits for outdoor gatherings, barbecues, or simply enjoying the sunshine. The one-car garage comes complete with a shop, providing a handy space for DIY projects or storing outdoor equipment. This cute and cozy ranch in St. Matthews is not just a house; it's a haven where modern amenities meet timeless charm. Come and experience the warmth and comfort that this delightful home has to offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$217Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Taylor Day• Family Realty LLC
Bought with Top Producer, Vice Presidents Circle Smith• Semonin Realtors
Just in time for the holidays, this St. Matthews ranch home has been painstakingly remodeled and is STUNNING! The home has brand new windows throughout and the open floor plan is an entertainer's dream with gleaming hardwood floors and a sunny Florida room. The kitchen is bright and open, with new appliances, new light fixtures, butcher block counters and pretty tile backsplash. The expansive basement has a finished family room with fresh paint and new flooring, and plenty of unfinished space for storage. Out back there is a new deck overlooking a cute yard and a large garage with a workshop for all your tools.
Metro Search MLS #1531938
Jul 17, 2019
Sold
$201,234
$105/sq ft
May 18, 2019
Pending
—
May 13, 2019
Listed
$185,000
$96/sq ft
+13
Public Remarks
Fantastic opportunity in a well established neighborhood in the heart of St. Matthews!! This home is very liveable as you make your improvements! Hardwood floors and huge basement! Nice Privacy fenced backyard with deck! Large Garage with workshop! Many Wonderful Opportunities here! Seller will review all offers on Saturday 5/18 at 11:00 AM... All offers must include ''Proof of Funds'' and must state that it is subject to court approval.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,335 (+18.2%)
$80,000 + $305,000
$385,000
2024
$3,669 (+4.4%)
$80,000 + $305,000
$385,000
2023
$3,513 (−0.3%)
$80,000 + $249,040
$329,040
2022
$3,525 (−6.1%)
$60,000 + $246,000
$306,000
2021
$3,756 (+61.3%)
$60,000 + $246,000
$306,000
2020
$2,328 (+28.5%)
$60,000 + $246,000
$306,000
2019
$1,812 (+0.1%)
$44,000 + $157,230
$201,230
2018
$1,810 (+1.9%)
$44,000 + $155,140
$199,140
2017
$1,776 (+19.2%)
$44,000 + $155,140
$199,140
2015
$1,490 (−0.6%)
$44,000 + $155,140
$199,140
2014
$1,499
$37,000 + $140,820
$177,820
2013
$1,500
$37,000 + $140,820
$177,820
Tax history for 228 Hemingway Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,335 (+18.2%)
$80,000 + $305,000
$385,000
2024
$3,669 (+4.4%)
$80,000 + $305,000
$385,000
2023
$3,513 (−0.3%)
$80,000 + $249,040
$329,040
2022
$3,525 (−6.1%)
$60,000 + $246,000
$306,000
2021
$3,756 (+61.3%)
$60,000 + $246,000
$306,000
2020
$2,328 (+28.5%)
$60,000 + $246,000
$306,000
2019
$1,812 (+0.1%)
$44,000 + $157,230
$201,230
2018
$1,810 (+1.9%)
$44,000 + $155,140
$199,140
2017
$1,776 (+19.2%)
$44,000 + $155,140
$199,140
2015
$1,490 (−0.6%)
$44,000 + $155,140
$199,140
2014
$1,499
$37,000 + $140,820
$177,820
2013
$1,500
$37,000 + $140,820
$177,820
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
70 ft.
Lot depth
130 ft.
Lot size
8,843 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
22053600850000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
First Floor PBR: Yes
Primary Bedroom Level: First
# Upper Floor Bedrooms: 0.0
# 2nd Floor Bedrooms: 0.0
# 1st Floor Bedrooms: 3
# Basement Bedrooms: 0.0
Primary Bedroom: Yes
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 0
Primary Bathroom Level: First
Full Bathroom: Yes
Full Bathroom Level: First
Primary Bathroom: Yes
Kitchen & Dining Information
Dining Area: Yes
Dining Area Level: First
Kitchen: Yes
Kitchen Level: First
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
# of Closets: 7
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplaces: Level 1: 1
Fireplace: Yes
Living Areas
Family Room: Yes
Family Room Level: Basement
Florida Room: Yes
Florida Room Level: First
Living Room: Yes
Living Room Level: First
Other Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Rooms Total: 10
Basement Y/N: Yes
Basement: Partially Finished
Bedroom: Yes
Bedroom Level: First
Closets: Basement: 2
Dining Area: Yes
Dining Area 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: First
Primary Bedroom: Yes
Primary Bedroom Level: First
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 Area
Room 4 Information
Room 4 Level: First
Room 4 Type: Sun Room
Room 5 Information
Room 5 Level: First
Room 5 Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 6 Information
Room 6 Level: First
Room 6 Type: Primary Bathroom
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Level: First
Room 7 Type: Bedroom
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Level: First
Room 8 Type: Bedroom
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Level: First
Room 9 Type: Full Bathroom
Room 10 Information
Room 10 Level: Basement
Room 10 Type: Family Room
Exterior
Land Information
Fencing: Full
Fencing: Full: Yes
Lot Description
Lot Size Acres: 0.2
Lot Size Area: 0.2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Residential
Architectural Style: Ranch
Subdivision / Condo Amenities
Subdivision Name: FAIRMEADE
Building Information
Building Area Source: Other
Building Area Total: 1431.0
Stories: 1
Year Built: 1950
Roof: Shingle
Above Grade Finished: 1,431
Below Grade Finished: 490
Below Grade Unfin: 778
Living Area: 1921.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Block: 0536
Tax Lot: 0085
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected
Heating
Heating Y/N: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling
Cooling Y/N: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: 0.0
Neighborhood Information
Subdivision Name: FAIRMEADE
Location Information
Directions: Shelbyville Rd to Fairmeade Rd, left on Hemingway Rd and house on the right
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,843 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1950
County: Jefferson County
APN: 22053600850000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
St Matthews Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Westport Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
4/10
Waggener High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
1/10
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Lifestyle
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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 103° 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
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Saint Matthews, KY • 40207
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 3.6 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$397,000 – $481,000
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