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1521 W Market St, Louisville, KY 40203

Historic downtown building for redevelopment with mixed-use potential.

Property Size7,120 SF
Price / SF$60.25
Days on Market189

Property Features for 1521 W Market St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 7,120 SF
Property subtype Mixed Use, Multifamily, Retail

Building Details

Year Built 1890
Units 8
Listing Agency: Key Point Realty
Listed By: Senahid Bektas · License #295475
Source: Crexi
Added: Feb 4 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Jul 15 at 10:24PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, this historic commercial building presents a redevelopment opportunity for experienced developers. The vacant property, situated at 1521 – 1523 – 1525 – 1527 West Market St, comprises approximately 9,500 square feet of flexible space across four separate street addresses. The property requires full redevelopment and is offered as-is, with cash buyers preferred. Potential uses include mixed-use development with retail and residential components, multifamily conversion, boutique office space, or other adaptive reuse projects. The location benefits from high visibility and a walkable urban environment, with proximity to offices, retail, and services. The property offers value-add potential through full historic renovation, modern interior redesign, and unit reconfiguration. Redevelopment considerations include historic renovation approvals and a full rehabilitation scope. The property may qualify for Federal and Kentucky Historic Tax Credits, potentially offsetting a significant portion of qualified rehabilitation costs.

Key Highlights

  • Historic downtown Louisville property with significant redevelopment potential.
  • Multiple addresses (1521‑1527 West Market St) offering flexibility in redevelopment.
  • Vacant property allows for full design control and avoids tenant relocation issues.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Lush 10.5 Hair Salon

Suggested Use

Top Pick Skin Care Clinic (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Garden Center HVAC Service Butcher Locksmith

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

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

965
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 40203, KY

16,801
Population
10,754
Households
1.6
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
2.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
5,793
Density / Sq Mi
$31,430
Median Household Income
$32,581
Median Earnings
$828
Median Rent
$179,300
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?
Mixed-use property - Historic downtown building for redevelopment with mixed-use potential.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 1521 W Market St Louisville, KY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $429,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic downtown Louisville property with significant redevelopment potential.; Multiple addresses (1521‑1527 West Market St) offering flexibility in redevelopment.; Vacant property allows for full design control and avoids tenant relocation issues.
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