For Sale113d on marketHistoric · 101 yrs
905 Central Ave
Louisville, KY, 40208 • South Louisville • Jefferson County
$375,000
$330/sqft
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
2Baths
1,135Sqft
0.09 acLot
1925Built
Property DNA
Bungalow Style
Built 1925 · 101 years of history
Progress Land Co
South Louisville
Outdoor Living
Porch
1-Car Garage
Detached · See Remarks
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113 days on market
Established listing
$330/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1925 · Historic
Welcome to THE Derby House - This is an entertainer's dream! Located directly across from the main gate of world-famous Churchill Downs, this beautifully renovated home places you at the center of Louisville's most iconic tradition. Experience the energy, history, and excitement of Derby season right outside your door, all while enjoying the comfort of a fully updated residence. The seller has completely renovated both the home and the detached garage, creating a move-in-ready property with exceptional flexibility. The detached garage is a standout feature, offering a large entertaining/game room and an additional half bathroom—perfect for hosting Derby gatherings or accommodating guests. With its unbeatable proximity to Churchill Downs, close access to the University of Louisville, and extensive renovations throughout, this one-of-a-kind property delivers a lifestyle and location that truly cannot be duplicated.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights fully updated residence, beautifully renovated home, and extensive renovations throughout as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,446/month
Principal & Interest$1,946
Property Tax$375
Insurance$125
Down payment20% ($75,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $300,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1925
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking1 Garage space
Lot3,920 sqft
Days on Zillow113 Days
Price/sqft$330
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBungalow
Year built1925
Stories2
Systems
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofShingle
ConstructionVinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDetached, See Remarks
Garage1 spaces
BasementNone
Lot3,920 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSouth Louisville
Annual tax$1,263
Parcel11050G00190000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
6 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Exterior Features
Parking
Detached
See Remarks
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Wood Frame
Patio & Porch
Porch
Utilities
Electricity Connected
Natural Gas Connected
Room details
7 rooms detailed
Bedroom
FirstBedroom
FirstFull Bathroom
FirstFamily Room
FirstKitchen
FirstLaundry
FirstListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market113
Est. rent$1,581/mo
Tax rate0.91%
Price/sqft$330
On marketDec 16, 2025
PostedDec 16, 2025
Last sold$24,500
MLS updatedDec 22, 2025
Tour days9
Views295
Favorites10
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3 schools rated nearby
Location
Louisville, KY, 40208
Price history
9 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Dec 16, 2025Listed For Sale$375,000$330Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS
Oct 14, 2019Listing Removed$275,000$242Mayer REALTORS
Aug 28, 2019Listed For Sale$275,000$242Mayer REALTORS
May 15, 2015Listing Removed$114,899$101DREAM J P Pirtle REALTORS
Apr 8, 2015Price Change$114,899$101DREAM J P Pirtle REALTORS
Mar 20, 2015Listed For Sale$114,900$101DREAM J P Pirtle REALTORS
Jul 31, 2014Listing Removed$24,999$22Dream J.P. Pirtle
Mar 10, 2014Sold$24,500$22Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS
Feb 21, 2014Listed For Sale$24,999$22Dream J P Pirtle Realtors
Listed For Sale$375,000
Dec 16, 2025•$330/sqft•Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS
Listing Removed$275,000
Oct 14, 2019•$242/sqft•Mayer REALTORS
Listed For Sale$275,000
Aug 28, 2019•$242/sqft•Mayer REALTORS
Listing Removed$114,899
May 15, 2015•$101/sqft•DREAM J P Pirtle REALTORS
Price Change$114,899
Apr 8, 2015•$101/sqft•DREAM J P Pirtle REALTORS
Listed For Sale$114,900
Mar 20, 2015•$101/sqft•DREAM J P Pirtle REALTORS
Listing Removed$24,999
Jul 31, 2014•$22/sqft•Dream J.P. Pirtle
Sold$24,500
Mar 10, 2014•$22/sqft•Metro Search Inc. LLC DBA Apex MLS
Listed For Sale$24,999
Feb 21, 2014•$22/sqft•Dream J P Pirtle Realtors
Tax history
15 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$1,263$94,140
Apr 9, 2022$782$57,530
Apr 9, 2021$834$57,530
Apr 9, 2020$791$57,530
Apr 9, 2019$791$57,530
Apr 9, 2018$332$25,040
Apr 9, 2017$332$25,040
Apr 9, 2013$379$37,910
Apr 9, 2011$379$37,910
Apr 9, 2010$379$37,910
Apr 9, 2009$379$37,910
Apr 9, 2007—$41,180
Apr 9, 2006—$41,180
Apr 9, 2005—$41,180
Apr 9, 2004—$41,180
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Local context around this listing
Louisville, KY • Jefferson County
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Nearby zip codes
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