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Victorian Duplex with Rear Decks
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$375,000

1401 Morton Ave, Louisville, KY 40204

MULTI_FAMILY - Louisville, KY

Property Size3,019 SF
Price / SF$124.21
Days on Market3

Property Features for 1401 Morton Ave

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Duplex
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 3
Full bathrooms 3
Rooms Bedroom 4, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 5, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 1, Basement, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 2
Patio and Porch features Deck
Subdivision HIGHLANDS
Lot features Corner Lot, Sidewalk
Directions Take Bardstown Road north from Eastern Parkway. Turn left onto Morton Avenue. Home is located at the corner of Morton Avenue and Edward St.
Standard status Active
APN 09027A01140000
Size 3,019 SF

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air
Water source Public

Amenities

off-street parking
in-unit laundry
private rear deck
private upper and lower rear decks

Building Details

Year built 1890
Number of units 2
Building materials Cement Siding
Roof type Shingle
Listing Agency: Kentucky Select Properties
Listed By: The Kidwells
Added: Jul 29 Changed: Jul 30 Last Checked: Jul 31 at 7:06AM
MLS# 1724694

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This preserved Victorian duplex offers two separate residences with distinct layouts. The first-floor home includes two bedrooms and one full bath, with soaring ceilings and original hardwood floors. A kitchen opens to a private rear deck, and a refreshed full-bath shower with white subway tile adds a modern touch. In-unit laundry and ample closet space support everyday convenience.

The second and third floors are occupied by an upper residence with three bedrooms and two full baths, with the third-floor suite featuring a turret-style window and a loft-like layout. The expansive top-floor space could be used as flex space as presented, with the option mentioned of converting it into a separate studio apartment, subject to buyer verification of zoning and approvals. Additional amenities include private upper and lower rear decks and off-street parking accessed from the alley.

Located in Louisville’s Original Highlands area, the property is described as walkable to local restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, and nightlife, with downtown Louisville and NuLu noted as only minutes away.

Key Highlights

  • Victorian duplex built in 1890 in Louisville’s Original Highlands
  • Cement siding exterior with shingle roof
  • Forced‑air heating and central air conditioning

Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $38.4k $12.72
− Vacancy −$2.1k −$0.70
EGI $36.3k $12.02
− OpEx −$10.9k −$3.61
NOI $25.4k $8.41
3,019 SF · lease $12.72/SF/yr · vacancy 5.50% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$362.9K
$317.5K – $423.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $25,403 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.77%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$293.5K
$256.8K – $342.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $20,546 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.48%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$782.5K
$684.7K – $913.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $54,777 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 14.61%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Tanning Salon Travel Agency Nursing Home Mobile Phone Store Daycare Center

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

2
Residential units
Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,621
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 40204, KY

14,600
Population
8,759
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
63%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
3.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
4,563
Density / Sq Mi
$70,706
Median Household Income
$50,246
Median Earnings
$1,225
Median Rent
$314,700
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in South region

8.5% 2022
10.2% 2023
11.4% 2024
11.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Victorian duplex featuring two residences with multiple bedrooms and rear deck access, plus off-street parking from the alley.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1401 Morton Ave Louisville, KY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $375,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Victorian duplex built in 1890 in Louisville’s Original Highlands; Cement siding exterior with shingle roof; Forced‑air heating and central air conditioning
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