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5 Beds

6 Baths

6,116 SqFt

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1029 Alta Vista Rd Louisville, KY 40205

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 6,116 sqft

Price per Sqft $326

Subdivision Alta Vista

MLS Listing ID 1713016

Style Traditional

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 5

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Abv Grd Liv Area 6,116

Year Built 1930

Lot Size 1.560 Acres

Acres 1.56

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source APEX MLS (Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS®)

Land Area 6116

Property Description

Introducing a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reimagine a true Louisville estate. Set on 1.56 acres in the heart of the city, 1029 Alta Vista Road spans over 6,100 square feet and offers the architectural scale, presence, and pedigree rarely found today. Originally constructed in 1930 and held by the same family for over four decades, the home has been incredibly well maintained, preserving its integrity while presenting a blank canvas for the next chapter. A grand arrival sets the tone, opening to expansive main-level living spaces defined by soaring ceilings, timeless proportions, and a level of craftsmanship that anchors the home's enduring appeal. A functioning elevator services multiple levels, seamlessly blending historic character with modern convenience. The main level is both impressive in scale and rich in character, offering a collection of spaces that speak to both everyday living and elegant entertaining. A sun-drenched sunroom provides a serene retreat overlooking the grounds, while a richly appointed library offers a more intimate setting—ideal for quiet moments or refined gatherings. At the heart of the home, the kitchen unfolds with remarkable size and presence, presenting a rare opportunity to design a true showpiece that matches the home's grand proportions. The second floor hosts four generously sized bedrooms, each with en suite baths and accompanying sitting areas—creating private retreats within the home. Period details such as a secondary back stairwell and main-floor guest quarters speak to the home's original design intent and livability. The lower level continues the theme of scale, with elevated ceiling heights, direct exterior access, and distinctive features including a built-in silver vault and interior access to the attached garage—elements that underscore both the home's history and its potential. Outdoors, the estate unfolds with intricate concrete work, mature landscaping, and garden-like grounds that create a sense of privacy and permanence. A detached garage and auxiliary structure—once complete with a second-floor apartment and half-court sports court—offer additional flexibility for guest accommodations, studio space, or recreation. For the discerning buyer, this is not simply a renovation opportunity—it is a chance to restore and redefine a legacy property into one of Louisville's premier estates.

Location

State KY

County Jefferson

Direction I-64 to Grinstead or Cannons Ln to Lexington Road to Alta Vista

Rooms

Basement Unfinished

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling Central Air

Fireplaces Number 8

Fireplace Yes

Exterior

Parking Features Detached, Attached

Garage Spaces 4.0

Fence None

View Y/N No

Roof Type Shingle

Porch Patio

Garage Yes

Building

Lot Description Near Golf Course, Level

Story 2

Foundation Poured Concrete

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Traditional

Structure Type Brick

Others

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Greater Louisville MLS (Metro Search Inc)

Listed by Lenihan Sotheby's Int'l Realty