Public Remarks: Nestled within the prestigious enclave of Cherokee Gardens, this extraordinary architectural masterpiece stands as a testament to the visionary genius of renowned architect Stratton Hammon. Seamlessly blending classical elegance with contemporary sophistication, this distinguished residence offers an unparalleled living experience that captivates from the moment you cross its threshold. The journey begins in the dramatic foyer, where soaring ceilings welcome you into a space accented by a magnificent curved iron staircase, ascending like a sculptural work of art. The spacious limestone-tiled entry sets an immediate tone of grandeur, hinting at the architectural treasures that await inside. At the heart of this remarkable home is the well-appointed kitchen a culinary sanctuary where gleaming granite countertops complement carefully curated white cabinetry. Stainless steel appliances stand ready to assist in gastronomic pursuits, while the adjacent breakfast room provides an intimate setting for morning rituals and casual dining. The first floor unfolds as a symphony of thoughtfully designed living spaces, each with a distinct purpose yet seamlessly connected. The formal living room commands attention with its stately fireplace, creating an atmosphere of refined elegance perfect for sophisticated gatherings. Nearby, the family room offers a more relaxed ambiance ideal for intimate conversations and quiet evenings. Arguably the most enchanting space on this level is the conservatory a sunlit sanctuary that blurs the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living. Flooded with natural light through abundant windows, this versatile room is perfect for dining or leisure. The crowning feature is its lantern roof, complete with a skylight cupola that transforms the space into a celestial observatory by day and night. A thoughtfully integrated dry bar adds convenience for entertaining, making this area ideal for intimate cocktail parties or peaceful afternoon relaxation. Adding to the first floor's appeal is a cozy bedroom, originally conceived by Stratton Hammon as a "lounge." More intimate in scale than other sleeping quarters, it offers flexibility as guest accommodation or a private retreat. A full bathroom on this level ensures convenience for residents and visitors alike. Ascending to the second floor reveals equally impressive accommodations, beginning with a versatile upper landing featuring abundant built-in storage closets. Whether transformed into a home office, library, art studio, or meditation space, this area offers endless possibilities for personalization. The secondary bedroom includes its own attached bathroom, ensuring privacy and comfort for family or guests. The primary bedroom suite epitomizes residential luxury a private sanctuary with a spacious marble bathroom featuring a soaking tub, separate shower, and double vanity. This retreat provides the perfect escape from daily demands, with generous proportions and thoughtful details that promote rest and rejuvenation. There is also potential for second-level expansion to add an additional bedroom. The exterior exudes character and comfort, framed by mature, beautifully landscaped gardens that offer both aesthetic appeal and privacy. A spacious stone terrace invites outdoor entertaining or tranquil moments in the sun, ideally positioned to enjoy the serene surroundings. A detached garage adds classic charm and functionality, complemented by an additional parking area suitable for guests or extra vehicles. The unfinished basement provides ample storage space. Located in a prime area, this residence offers both sophistication and convenience. Don't miss the opportunity schedule your showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$339Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Elizabeth Boland• Skelton Company REALTORS
Listed by Morgan Van Hoose Diebold• Skelton Company REALTORS
Bought with Elizabeth Boland• Skelton Company REALTORS
Bought with Morgan Van Hoose Diebold• Skelton Company REALTORS
Welcome Home to 537 Garden Drive in CHEROKEE GARDENS (location location location). Splendid Stratton Hammon design c1935 with many quality improvements in keeping with the charm and style of the original details. Lovely master and second/guest bedroom suites with second floor laundry. Exquisite (2011) Craftsman Kitchen with dual sinks, Granite, Stainless Steel appliances and organized for every cooks need. Family Conservatory floor to ceiling Pella windows flooded with sunlight and moon light complimented with a wet bar for entertaining. Additional living areas provide Flexible space for your personal use and enjoyment. LOT: Private Lot with 8,708 sqft otherwise known as a Zero Lot line complete with neighborhood side walk. 2.5 car garage with private entry door. PATIO: Expanded living and entertaining on the 392 sqft (14x16) completed with remarkable masonry work. DETAILS: S. Hammond architectural details throughout every built-in closet, pantry and all mill work. Landscape lighting. Masonry Fireplace. Granite. Hardwoods. Professional Spa Baths (2011). Basement Storage with built-in shelves. Irrigation. Security. 2010 HVAC. (foyer chandelier seller heirloom and does not remain) Appraised footprint included, LG&E. 150.00 month. Water $250.00 summer 140.00 winter. Trash And recycle information: Tuesday is trash and Friday is recycle. EZ possession. Must see MULTIPLE PHOTOS for all of the details.
Metro Search MLS #1375906
Jul 28, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Nov 8, 2013
Listed
$595,000
$198/sq ft
Metro Search MLS #1358842
Sep 3, 2013
Listing Removed
—
May 1, 2013
Listed
$625,000
$208/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 3, 2013
Sold
$605,500
$201/sq ft
Metro Search MLS #1247135
Aug 17, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Aug 17, 2009
Listed
$645,000
$214/sq ft
Metro Search MLS #1145269
May 1, 2007
Sold
$645,000
$214/sq ft
Oct 26, 2006
Listed
$699,000
$232/sq ft
Metro Search MLS #1124697
Jun 30, 2006
Sold
$410,000
$136/sq ft
Apr 28, 2006
Listed
$419,900
$140/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,998 (−1.9%)
$167,400 + $546,700
$714,100
2024
$9,169 (+13.9%)
$167,400 + $546,700
$714,100
2023
$8,049 (−1.3%)
$167,400 + $546,700
$714,100
2022
$8,157 (−5.9%)
$139,500 + $460,280
$599,780
2021
$8,667 (+15.2%)
$139,500 + $460,280
$599,780
2020
$7,526 (+2.4%)
$139,500 + $460,280
$599,780
2019
$7,348 (+1.3%)
$110,000 + $437,730
$547,730
2018
$7,254 (+1.6%)
$110,000 + $437,730
$547,730
2017
$7,139 (−0.4%)
$110,000 + $437,730
$547,730
2016
$7,165 (−0.2%)
$110,000 + $437,730
$547,730
2015
$7,181 (−10.4%)
$110,000 + $437,730
$547,730
2014
$8,013
$75,000 + $530,220
$605,220
Tax history for 537 Garden Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,998 (−1.9%)
$167,400 + $546,700
$714,100
2024
$9,169 (+13.9%)
$167,400 + $546,700
$714,100
2023
$8,049 (−1.3%)
$167,400 + $546,700
$714,100
2022
$8,157 (−5.9%)
$139,500 + $460,280
$599,780
2021
$8,667 (+15.2%)
$139,500 + $460,280
$599,780
2020
$7,526 (+2.4%)
$139,500 + $460,280
$599,780
2019
$7,348 (+1.3%)
$110,000 + $437,730
$547,730
2018
$7,254 (+1.6%)
$110,000 + $437,730
$547,730
2017
$7,139 (−0.4%)
$110,000 + $437,730
$547,730
2016
$7,165 (−0.2%)
$110,000 + $437,730
$547,730
2015
$7,181 (−10.4%)
$110,000 + $437,730
$547,730
2014
$8,013
$75,000 + $530,220
$605,220
*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
8,708 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1935
Sq. Ft.
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Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
05074G00380000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
Apr 20, 2026 • Active
Electrical residential
Electrical
Remodel
Mar 25, 2022 • Final
Hvac residential - new
Install a new air conditioning unit.
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, Entry Rear, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Virtual Tour Information
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
First Floor PBR: No
Primary Bedroom Level: Second
# Upper Floor Bedrooms: 0.0
# 2nd Floor Bedrooms: 2.0
# 1st Floor Bedrooms: 1
# Basement Bedrooms: 0.0
Primary Bedroom: Yes
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: 0
Primary Bathroom Level: Second
Full Bathroom: Yes
Full Bathroom Level: First
Primary Bathroom: Yes
Kitchen & Dining Information
Breakfast Room: Yes
Breakfast Room Level: First
Kitchen: Yes
Kitchen Level: First
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 10
# of Closets: 10
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplaces: Level 1: 1
Fireplace: Yes
Living Areas
Family Room: Yes
Family Room Level: First
Living Room: Yes
Living Room Level: First
Other Room Information
# of Rooms: 10
Rooms Total: 13
Basement Y/N: Yes
Basement: Unfinished
Bedroom: Yes
Bedroom Level: First
Breakfast Room: Yes
Breakfast Room Level: First
Closets: Basement: 1
Fireplaces Total: 1
Foyer: Yes
Foyer Level: First
Full Bathroom: Yes
Full Bathroom Level: First
Kitchen: Yes
Kitchen Level: First
Laundry: Yes
Laundry Level: Basement
First Floor Laundry: No
Primary Bathroom: Yes
Primary Bathroom Level: Second
Primary Bedroom: Yes
Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Sitting Room: Yes
Sitting Room Level: First
Room 1 Information
Room 1 Level: First
Room 1 Type: Foyer
Room 2 Information
Room 2 Level: First
Room 2 Type: Living Room
Room 3 Information
Room 3 Level: First
Room 3 Type: Sitting Room
Room 4 Information
Room 4 Level: First
Room 4 Type: Family Room
Room 5 Information
Room 5 Level: First
Room 5 Type: Kitchen
Room 6 Information
Room 6 Level: First
Room 6 Type: Breakfast Room
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Level: First
Room 7 Type: Bedroom
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Level: First
Room 8 Type: Full Bathroom
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Level: Second
Room 9 Type: Bedroom
Room 10 Information
Room 10 Level: Second
Room 10 Type: Full Bathroom
Room 11 Information
Room 11 Level: Second
Room 11 Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 12 Information
Room 12 Level: Second
Room 12 Type: Primary Bathroom
Room 13 Information
Room 13 Level: Basement
Room 13 Type: Laundry
Exterior
Land Information
Fencing: None
Fencing: None: 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: Traditional
Subdivision / Condo Amenities
Subdivision Name: CHEROKEE GARDENS
Building Information
Building Area Source: Other
Building Area Total: 3009.0
Stories: 2
Year Built: 1935
Roof: Shingle
Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Brick
Above Grade Finished: 3,009
Below Grade Unfin: 485.56
Living Area: 3009.0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Block: 074G
Tax Lot: 0038
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: 160.0
Association Y/N: Yes
Neighborhood Information
Subdivision Name: CHEROKEE GARDENS
School Information
High School District: Jefferson
School District: Jefferson
Location Information
Directions: Frankfort ave to Garden Drive or Stilz Ave to Garden Drive.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,708 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: 1935
County: Jefferson County
APN: 05074G00380000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Documents Change Timestamp: 2026-01-29T06:16:31Z
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Schools
Field Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
Highland Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
5/10
Atherton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
8/10
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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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