Public Remarks: Fabulous, fully renovated Cape Cod in the heart of Saint Matthews! Light-filled living room with fireplace opens to large dining room. Stunning, updated kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops and newer appliances. First floor also features two spacious bedrooms and a full bath. There is a lovely screened porch overlooking the well-landscaped backyard and 2 car detached garage. The upstairs master suite is amazing! There is an office area, bedroom with plenty of storage space, huge master closet, renovated bath with dual sinks, and a bonus ''bunk'' room that is sure to delight! A full, unfinished basement affords new buyer plenty of possibilities. With newer windows, numerous updates, and a convenient location, this meticulously maintained house is the perfect place to call home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
6,534 sq ftLot Size
$267Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Logan Ormerod• Kentucky Select Properties
Listed by Sandy Gulick• Kentucky Select Properties
Location, Location, Location! Handsome cape-cod style brick home situated on a large level lot on a lovely street, located in St. Matthews. Lovely extensive landscaping with many bulbs and perennials. Lots of sunlight brightens the living room through an updated oversized picture window. Also, updated, and easy-to-care for ceramic tile flooring in living room, dining room, and kitchen. Updates also include abundant maple cabinetry, counter tops, and double ceramic sink in the kitchen. Hardwood floors in the 2 bedrooms on the lst level and through the 2nd level. Also, the 2nd level offers a spacious owners suite with 2 closets offering built in drawers plus a tremendous walk-in closet, full bath with tub + separate stall shower + double vanity sink. The rear of the home offers a heated, jalousied, enclosed porch; 150 sq ft which is not included in the square feet of the home. Large fenced yard with patio and 2 car detached garage. Just a few short blocks from Seneca Park! A solid home in the most sought-after neighborhood. Won't last long! A must see!
Metro Search MLS #1083928
Aug 24, 2005
Sold
$212,000
$117/sq ft
Mar 23, 2005
Listed
$219,900
$121/sq ft
Public Remarks
Location, Location, Location! Handsome cape-cod style brick home situated on a large level lot on a lovely street, located in St. Matthews. Lovely extensive landscaping with many bulbs and perennials. Lots of sunlight brightens the living room through an updated oversized picture window. Also, updated, and easy-to-care for ceramic tile flooring in living room, dining room, and kitchen. Updates also include abundant maple cabinetry, counter tops, and double ceramic sink in the kitchen. Hardwood floors in the 2 bedrooms on the lst level and through the 2nd level. The rear of the home offers a heated, jalousied, enclosed porch; 150 sq ft which is not included in the square feet of the home. Large fenced yard with patio and 2 car detached garage. Just a few short blocks from Seneca Park! A solid home in the most sought-after neighborhood. Won't last long! A must see!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,041 (+1.0%)
$85,000 + $362,650
$447,650
2024
$4,991 (+9.4%)
$85,000 + $362,650
$447,650
2023
$4,563 (−0.3%)
$85,000 + $362,650
$447,650
2022
$4,579 (−6.8%)
$65,000 + $332,440
$397,440
2021
$4,911 (+30.6%)
$65,000 + $332,440
$397,440
2020
$3,760 (+2.0%)
$65,000 + $332,440
$397,440
2019
$3,685 (+27.6%)
$57,500 + $267,500
$325,000
2018
$2,889 (+1.9%)
$57,500 + $200,310
$257,810
2017
$2,835 (+26.5%)
$57,500 + $200,310
$257,810
2015
$2,241
$57,500 + $200,310
$257,810
2014
$2,241
$30,500 + $181,500
$212,000
Tax history for 523 Iola Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,041 (+1.0%)
$85,000 + $362,650
$447,650
2024
$4,991 (+9.4%)
$85,000 + $362,650
$447,650
2023
$4,563 (−0.3%)
$85,000 + $362,650
$447,650
2022
$4,579 (−6.8%)
$65,000 + $332,440
$397,440
2021
$4,911 (+30.6%)
$65,000 + $332,440
$397,440
2020
$3,760 (+2.0%)
$65,000 + $332,440
$397,440
2019
$3,685 (+27.6%)
$57,500 + $267,500
$325,000
2018
$2,889 (+1.9%)
$57,500 + $200,310
$257,810
2017
$2,835 (+26.5%)
$57,500 + $200,310
$257,810
2015
$2,241
$57,500 + $200,310
$257,810
2014
$2,241
$30,500 + $181,500
$212,000
*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
6,652 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1947
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
22041000520000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
May 26, 2021 • Final
Hvac residential - new
Install a new air conditioning unit and coil.
HVAC
Dec 10, 2020 • Final
Hvac residential - new
Install a full heating and air conditioning system.
HVAC
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: 2.0
Parking Features: Detached
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: 9
# of Closets: 10
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplaces: Level 1: 1
Fireplace: Yes
Living Areas
Living Room: Yes
Living Room Level: First
Den & Office Information
Office: Yes
Office Level: Second
Other Room Information
# of Rooms: 9
Rooms Total: 11
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
Laundry: Yes
Laundry Level: Basement
Other: Yes
Other Level: Second
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 Description: Formal
Room 2 Level: First
Room 2 Type: Dining Room
Room 3 Information
Room 3 Level: First
Room 3 Type: Kitchen
Room 4 Information
Room 4 Level: First
Room 4 Type: Bedroom
Room 5 Information
Room 5 Level: First
Room 5 Type: Bedroom
Room 6 Information
Room 6 Level: First
Room 6 Type: Full Bathroom
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Level: Second
Room 7 Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Level: Second
Room 8 Type: Primary Bathroom
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Level: Second
Room 9 Type: Office
Room 10 Information
Room 10 Level: Second
Room 10 Type: Other
Room 11 Information
Room 11 Level: Basement
Room 11 Type: Laundry
Exterior
Land Information
Fencing: Partial, Wood
Fencing: Partial: Yes
Fencing: Wood: Yes
Lot Description
Lot Size Acres: 0.15
Lot Size Area: 0.15
Lot Size Units: Acres
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Residential
Architectural Style: Cape Cod
Subdivision / Condo Amenities
Subdivision Name: LEXINGTON MANOR
Building Information
Building Area Source: Appraiser
Building Area Total: 1811.0
Stories: 2
Year Built: 1947
Roof: Shingle
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Above Grade Finished: 1,811
Below Grade Unfin: 1,139
Living Area: 1811.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Block: 0410
Tax Lot: 0052
Financial Information
Seller Concessions Description: seller credit
Yes
Closing Costs and Prepaids: 1000
Utilities
Utility Information
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: LEXINGTON MANOR
School Information
High School District: Jefferson
School District: Jefferson
Location Information
Directions: Willis or Lexington Rd. to Street
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,652 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: 1947
County: Jefferson County
APN: 22041000520000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Chenoweth Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
4/10
Westport Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi
4/10
Waggener High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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 105° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% 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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Saint Matthews, KY • 40207
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$461,000 – $557,000
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