Public Remarks: Welcome to 1251 Bellview Rd, a slice of heaven with over 6.5 fenced beautiful acres. A rare opportunity to have this peaceful, quiet, serene setting among clover fields and farms yet just 2 minutes from Freedoms Way. This dutch colonial historic home was built in the late 1930's. The main level includes a large Living Room with fireplace, eat-in Kitchen, Dining Room, Sunroom/Office, Utility Room and Full Bath. Upstairs you will find 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath and an extra large closet. Recent improvements include but are not limited to remodeled bathrooms, flooring in laundry and heated flooring in bath. All new windows which have been thoughtfully replaced and align with the character of this home. Complete new HVAC system with air purifier system and ductwork, inviting screened in porch plus additional sunporch, fencing and newly painted interior. This home has stunning views out every window upstairs and downstairs. The enchanting, captivating charm of this home is outstanding. *A tidbit of history - The Smith farm was one of the places German POW's were kept to work surrounding farms during WW2. When they were cleaning up the basement they found several letters written in the 1940's from their grandmother to the mothers of the POWs. She was reassuring the mothers that their sons were being cared for and safe.*
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
6.54 acresLot Size
$302Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Julie Kinsolving Broker Associate Kinsolving• Coldwell Banker Larry Rogers
Bought with Ginger Kovacevic• Totally About Houses
AGENTS: PLEASE READ THE AGENTS NOTES! Peaceful. Quiet. Serene. Welcome home to 1251 Bellview Road in historical Shelbyville. Come see this slice of heaven on over 6.5 peaceful acres. Escape the hustle of the city and enjoy nature and the wide open space that this home provides. And there is no HOA to tell you what you can or can't do with your property! This recently remodeled home has all the historic charm but with today's modern conveniences. This is a rare opportunity to own this gorgeous historic home in a country setting. This dutch colonial home was built in the late 1930's and has gorgeous character. Upstairs you'll find 3 enormous bedrooms and 1 full bath. The kitchen has been recently remodeled and it is knock-your-socks-off gorgeous. (The center island does NOT remain, it is a family heirloom) The newly remodeled laundry room is lovely and is right off the screened in porch. Enjoy summer evenings on the screened in porch without having to worry about mosquitoes! The unfinished basement is very large in size and is a great place for storage. Outside you'll love the ENORMOUS barn/garage that will hold all of your cars, equipment and toys. An opportunity like this does not become available often. Don't miss out.
Metro Search MLS #1451617
Nov 7, 2016
Sold
$186,000
$91/sq ft
Oct 15, 2016
Pending
—
Sep 22, 2016
Contingent
—
Jul 29, 2016
Relisted
—
Jul 29, 2016
Price Changed
$195,000
$95/sq ft
Jul 29, 2016
Price Changed
$224,900
$109/sq ft
Jul 26, 2016
Pending
—
Jul 20, 2016
Relisted
—
Jul 12, 2016
Contingent
—
Jun 29, 2016
Listed
$229,900
$112/sq ft
+21
Public Remarks
A rare opportunity to own a historic home in a country setting. This dutch colonial home was built in the late 1930's. The 2320 sq ft home features hardwood flooring throughout and plenty of character. The mainlevel includes a large living room with fireplace, a eat in kitchen, Dining room, Sunroom/office, Utility room, and bathroom. Upstairs you will find 3 bedrooms, full bathroom, and an additional laundry room. The house underwent several remodels over the years most recently in the 1990's which included windows, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and basement waterproofing. The home is now being sold by the estate. Lets go take a look!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,851 (−1.0%)
2024
$3,888 (−1.4%)
2023
$3,942 (−0.4%)
2022
$3,959 (−2.5%)
2021
$4,061 (+79.8%)
2020
$2,259
2019
$2,259 (+2.0%)
2018
$2,215 (−0.2%)
2017
$2,219 (+21.0%)
2016
$1,833 (−0.2%)
$45,000 + $110,000
$155,000
2014
$1,837
$45,000 + $110,000
$155,000
2013
$1,837
$45,000 + $110,000
$155,000
Tax history for 1251 Bellview Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,851 (−1.0%)
2024
$3,888 (−1.4%)
2023
$3,942 (−0.4%)
2022
$3,959 (−2.5%)
2021
$4,061 (+79.8%)
2020
$2,259
2019
$2,259 (+2.0%)
2018
$2,215 (−0.2%)
2017
$2,219 (+21.0%)
2016
$1,833 (−0.2%)
$45,000 + $110,000
$155,000
2014
$1,837
$45,000 + $110,000
$155,000
2013
$1,837
$45,000 + $110,000
$155,000
*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
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6.54 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,320
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Shelby County
APN
059-00-005A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
A
Agricultural District
The purpose of the Agricultural District A is to maintain the agricultural endeavors within the unincorporated areas of Shelby County.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Mobile home park
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 2.0
Parking Features: Detached, Entry Side
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
First Floor PBR: No
Primary Bedroom Level: Second
# Upper Floor Bedrooms: 0.0
# 2nd Floor Bedrooms: 3.0
# 1st Floor Bedrooms: 0.0
# Basement Bedrooms: 0.0
Primary Bedroom: Yes
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 0
Full Bathroom: Yes
Full Bathroom Level: First
Kitchen & Dining Information
Dining Room: Yes
Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen: Yes
Kitchen Level: First
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 9
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplaces: Level 1: 1
Fireplace: Yes
Living Areas
Family Room: Yes
Family Room Level: First
Florida Room: Yes
Florida Room Level: First
Other Room Information
# of Rooms: 9
Rooms Total: 10
Basement Y/N: Yes
Basement: Unfinished
Bedroom: Yes
Bedroom Level: Second
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: First
First Floor Laundry: Yes
Primary Bedroom: Yes
Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Room 1 Information
Room 1 Level: First
Room 1 Type: Family 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: Sun Room
Room 5 Information
Room 5 Level: First
Room 5 Type: Laundry
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: Bedroom
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Level: Second
Room 9 Type: Bedroom
Room 10 Information
Room 10 Level: Second
Room 10 Type: Full Bathroom
Exterior
Land Information
Fencing: Full, Wood
Fencing: Full: Yes
Fencing: Wood: Yes
Lot Description
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Lot Size Acres: 6.54
Lot Size Area: 6.54
Lot Size Units: Acres
Cleared: Yes
Level: Yes
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Residential
Architectural Style: Colonial
Subdivision / Condo Amenities
Subdivision Name: SMITHLAND ESTATE
Building Information
Building Area Source: Other
Building Area Total: 2055.0
Stories: 2
Year Built: 1938
Roof: Shingle
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Above Grade Finished: 2,055
Below Grade Unfin: 930
Living Area: 2055.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Block: 0
Tax Lot: 2
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected
Heating
Heating Y/N: Yes
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
Cooling Y/N: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: 0.0
Neighborhood Information
Subdivision Name: SMITHLAND ESTATE
Location Information
Directions: I-64 exit 35. Go north on Hwy 55 to Bellview Rd (on your right) just past bypass. House on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,320
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Shelby County
APN: 059-00-005A
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Documents Change Timestamp: 2025-07-12T05:16:33Z
Around this home
Schools
Wright Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
4/10
Shelby County East Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
6/10
Shelby County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
3/10
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
5% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Shelbyville, KY • 40065
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$590,000 – $714,000
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