881 Molter Ave, Louisville, KY 40217

Come see this 4 bedroom, all brick home located at 881 Molter Avenue in Louisville in the Parkway Village Subdivision. This lovely, Cape Code style home is conveniently located with quick access to both the Watterson and I-65 Expressways, UofL, downtown, and Norton Audubon Hospital. On a quiet, dead end street, this home sits on over acre lot and has been well cared for.

Upon entering, you are welcomed into the cozy living room which features beautiful hardwood floors and large windows that provide an abundance of natural light. The hardwood floors continue into the hallway and both of the 1st floor bedrooms.

The roomy, eat-in kitchen has been recently updated and is the perfect gathering spot when entertaining. Additionally, the kitchen features a decorative backsplash, updated overhead light fixtures, and newer appliances - which will all remain with the home.

Also on the first floor, you will find 2 nicely sized bedrooms and a full bath, which was recently updated.

Upstairs, there are 2 very generously-sized bedrooms. Featuring neutral colored carpeting, both of these rooms will provide you with plenty of room to decorate to your heart's content with most any sized furniture.

If that wasn't enough to fulfill your decorating desires, come explore the walk-out basement and start planning the perfect motif to highlight the large family room. This room is perfect for a home theater room, game room, or favorite hangout spot - the possibilities are endless! There is also a laundry room and an additional unfinished room just right for storage or to be easily finished, making an additional bedroom, office, gym or crafting room. The walk-out leads you to the massive backyard, featuring a 20'x18' detached 2-car garage which has an overhead storage area perfect for keeping your seasonal items out of the way, giving you that clutter-free home you have always wanted!

Having such a large lot, the yard is full of potential. Just picture the fabulous garden you could have this Spring or see yourself relaxing in the shade on a summer day all while enjoying the added security and privacy offered by the wooden privacy fence. With all of this to offer and more, make sure you call today and schedule your showing of 881 Molter Avenue in Louisville, KY.

Louisville is the #1 City for Affordable Vacations

Louisville has just been named the top city for those looking for an affordable vacation! Livability named the Derby city due to it's rich history, modern culture, free attractions and deep discounts, making it a prime vacation destination for families!

 

Even for those that live in Louisville, some of the attractions might surprise you! The one that won't surprise locals is taking a historic walking tour of Churchill Downs. But, did you know that kids under 5 are admitted free and that AAA members receive discounts? Similarly, at the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, there are museum and factory tours starting everyday at 9 a.m. and kids under five get in for free!

 

Another attraction that a lot of Louisvillians look over but that is right in our backyard is The Speed Art Museum. The Speed is Kentucky's oldest and largest art museum with more than 12,000 pieces in its permanent collection. The Louisville Zoo also made the list for the package discounts they offer. Packages include zoo admission, a 4-D theatre ticket, unlimited carousel rides, a zoo tram shuttle and admission to he Dinosaurs exhibit.

 

To learn about more fun things to do in the Louisville area, please visit the Joe Hayden Real Estate Team website.

1935-E73 Gardiner Ln., Louisville, KY 40205

FHA APPROVED!!!! & CUTE - CUTE - CUTE is what you will find at 1935 Gardiner Lane, Unit E-73 in Lakeview! The LOCATION is hard to beat for this FORMER MODEL condo! ***Priced several thousand dollars under a 2011 appraisal even including updates!!***

New Bamboo flooring welcomes you as enter into the foyer.

To the left, you can't help but notice the high efficiency Frigidaire stainless steel appliances installed in the kitchen which also features a skylight and a breakfast bar.

The earthy bamboo flooring continues into the main living area with a corner fireplace and glass doors that open to the freshly painted private balcony overlooking a lovely wooded view.

Just off the living room is a converted 2nd bedroom which is now a DINING ROOM, a rare find in a condo. The dining room features built in bookshelves and a closet for extra storage. The bookshelf area has a cozy little nook that can also be used as a desk or window seat. While these two rooms have an open layout, giving this condo a unique spacious feel, they could be converted back to a bedroom if needed.

Down the hall you will find an updated full bathroom with another skylight. The tub and shower area are separated by a door to convert it into a powder room perfect for your guests to use when you are entertaining.

The large master bedroom has a walk-in closet with a WASHER & DRYER en suite, leaving plenty of room for your wardrobe.

The building's roof is only two years old and all current special assessments have been paid for by the owner. This unit comes with ample parking and a separate locked storage area to keep clutter to a minimum.

The maintenance fee covers TWO swimming pools, a tennis court, a party room, a work-out room, exterior maintenance, grounds keeping, garbage collection, recycling service, water, gas (heat/water heater), basic cable and water! Call for your private showing today and see what 1935 Gardiner Lane - Unit E-73 in Louisville has to offer!! **FHA APPROVED

The Dance Theatre of Harlem

The Dance Theatre of Harlem is back and is starting their new tour at the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts! After eight years off the road, the legendary group has picked the Possibility City for the opening night of the tour, Saturday, Oct. 20th.

The Dance Theatre of Harlem was founded in 1969 following the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. and was inspired by "the power of art to transform". The initial goal of the founders, Arthur Mitchell and Karel Shook,  was to start a school to teach children, especially those in Harlem, about dance and the arts. The company began with African-American dancers that were excluded from other troupes because of their skin color.

With the slogan, "Using the Arts to Ignite the Mind", the show will roll into the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts this coming Saturday with tickets starting at $22.50. The show is appropriate for all ages and DTH will invite local children to join them onstage during the program!

To find other great events in the area, please visit our Joe Hayden Real Estate Team website.

305 Erin Circle Dr., Mt. Washington, KY 40047

What an incredible home! We challenge you to find a nicer home for this price in the Mt. Washington area... The sellers have extensively updated and renovated this fantastic all-brick home located at 305 Erin Circle Drive in the Wilchar Estates Subdivision. From beautiful hardwood flooring, to an elegant kitchen, to a first-class master bathroom, throughout this home you will find touches of quality, convenience and comfort rarely found for such a generous price. Approaching the home you are welcomed by a broad porch, giving you the opportunity to relax the day away as you watch the world pass by. Entering the home through the artistic front door you find yourself in the spacious great room and see for the first time the hand scraped 5" wide ebony flooring - both durable and stylish. The eat-in kitchen is just a few steps away and you will love the granite countertops, the antiqued cabinets, the GE Profile gas stove and the Indian Slate Brick backsplash, along with the breakfast bar for your stools. The master bedroom is large enough for a full-sized king bed, in addition to bedroom furniture, plus it features a roomy walk-in closet and it has access to the rear patio. One of the main focal points of the home is the superbly-appointed master bathroom. With features typically found in homes far more expensive, such a separate shower with body jets, a relaxing claw foot tub, a huge Italian dual vanity, Travertine tile, oil-rubbed bronze fixtures, plus a light pipe to bring in the morning sun, your days will begin and end in comfort and style. There are two additional bedrooms in the home along with an additional updated full bath, including Travertine tile, a new toilet and new fixtures. The exterior of the home is maintenance-free and features a patio with a privacy fence, plus an extra-wide driveway. Additional updates include a new roof (July 2012), dimmers and ceiling fans throughout the home, light fixtures, a security system, a control panel for the HVAC system, the driveway was recently sealed along with the garage floor, and landscaping. Ask your agent to provide you with the attached list of all updates to the home. This home is a true gem and a rare one at that. Do not hesitate to schedule a showing to see 305 Erin Circle in Mt. Washington and be prepared to find your new home!

2012 Harvest Homecoming

The 2012 Harvest Homecoming is taking place this weekend in New Albany, IN and is sure to provide attendees a family-oriented festival full of fall themed spirit! The parade takes place on Saturday, October 6th while the booths run from Thursday, October 11-Sunday, October 14.

This festival draws hundreds of thousands of visitors to New Albany every year and has been honored by the Library of Congree Bicentennial Local Legacies Project in 2000. Harvest Homecoming has been triving and growing for 45 years! Originally, it was put together as a means of bringing the people of Southern Indiana togeher to share in its wealth of talent, historic background and beauty.

This year, the 45th Harvest Homecoming Festival will have a "Harvest Goes Hollywood". Some of the events that are taking place include the opening ceremony parade, several crafts and food booths, and a farmer's market.

To find more fun events in the area, please visit Home for Sale in Louisville.

1390 Willow Dr., Louisville, KY 40213

Welcome to the home for sale at 1390 Willow Drive in Louisville, KY! Located on a dead end street, this home is convenient to the Watterson Expressway, as well as numerous dining and shopping options.

This home offers 3 generously-sized bedrooms and 2 full baths. The bathrooms have been remodeled with exquisite tile work, which is not common at this price point giving the home added value.

The beautiful eat-in kitchen is light and airy, and features tile counter tops, backsplash and flooring. There is ample counter and cabinet space giving you plenty of room for all of your entertaining needs.

You will enjoy the good life with the 24 foot above-ground pool complete with a deck that was installed in 2006. The back yard offers additional seclusion with a wooden privacy fence.

Having a spacious 2 car garage not only gives you additional storage space, but also means never needing to scrape your car windshield again!

This lovely home offers many updates including: Plumbing (2005), HVAC (2006) and Roof (2012). Please call today for your private showing of 1390 Willow Drive and be ready to call this your new home!

St. James Court Art Show 2012

The St. James Art Show is being held October 5th-7th this year and is sure to be another huge hit! The show is a juried fine arts and fine crafts show that hosts an 750 artists from North America.The event is held in the heart of historic Old Louisville, which features the country's largest collection of Victorian homes.

The beloved art show was founded on October 12, 1957 by Malcolm Bird, the St. James Court Association president. Initially, music was a part of the Art Show as well, including special programs of chamber music, choral performances and big band concerts. The Art Show also provided an opportunity to celebrate the history of St. James Court.

When Ann Higbie and Oscar Stremmel succeeded Malcolm Bird as Art Show organizers, they volunteered countless time and energy managing the show from 1968 to 1992. These were the two people that were responsible for bringing the St. James Art Show to gain national recognition, specifically for a focus on handcrafted art and an increased revenue.

Today, the Art Show is directed by Margue Esrock and welcomes more than 300,000 attendees! This year's event is sure to be outstanding as always, as residents and friends of Old Louisville prepare to delights attendees with beautiful art!

To find more fun events in the area, please visit our events page at Louisville Events.

5245 Craigs Creek Dr., Louisville, KY 40241

Consider the spacious open floor plan and great location of 5245 Craigs Creek Drive in Louisville in the Craigs Creek Subdivision! In the very near future, a major road widening project on Highway 22 will be completed and this wonderful home will have incredible access to the Gene Snyder Freeway, I-71, plus the Summit and Springhurst shopping areas.

 This 3 bedroom, 2 full bath all brick home benefits from a new roof and air conditioner, both installed in 2011. Featuring upgraded floating hardwood flooring throughout the home (no carpet in this home at all!), you will enjoy the light-filled great room, eat-in kitchen and formal dining area, all designed for maximum space and functionality.

The great room showcases a fireplace with built-in shelving, plus the room is pre-wired for surround sound.

The kitchen features granite countertops, plenty of cabinet space, plus a breakfast bar for lazy mornings or entertaining guests. All appliances shall remain with the home.

Both the master bedroom and the second bedroom have tall, vaulted ceilings that help to make the rooms feel spacious, and the master bathroom features a granite-topped vanity along with a giant tiled walk-in shower.

The rear yard is private and lined with trees along the back, while the patio is covered by a tasteful arbor that provides cooling shade. There is also a hot tub next to the rear patio that can remain with the home.

Take a moment to check out the pictures for this special home and then schedule a showing to visit 5245 Craigs Creek Drive in Louisville today!

ColorFest at Bernheim

Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest is holding it's seventeenth annual ColorFest October 20th and 21st. The event promises to be affordable family fun set in the beauty of fall at Bernheim!

Families can enjoy nature-related activities for kids, live entertainment, including a set from Bernheim Horticulturist Casey Hammett, refreshments from the Bernheim Grill, as well as tons of outdoor activities for all! Colorfest is the kick-off for the 5th Annual Scarecrow Jubilee where Scarecrows, that are created by friends and visitors, grace the arboretum to be on display between October 20 - November 15.

Just a few of the events that were available to visitors last year were pumpkin painting, hayrides, a Tai Chi demonstration, nature crafts, face painting, discovery stations featuring birds of prey, great food, a rope bridge, a hay maze and a Kentucky craft artists booth! As you can see, there is clearly something for everyone to find interest in at this fall festival!

This is a free event for members and only a $5 per car parking fee for non-members! To learn more about the event, please check out Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest.

To find other great events in the area, please visit Louisville Real Estate.