$356,000
OPEN SUN 12PM - 2PM

438 Lafayette Ave Bellevue, KY 41073

Estimated payment $2,084/month

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,800 Sq Ft
$127 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Skyline View
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Private Yard
  • Wood Flooring
  • High Ceiling
  • 5-minute walk to Swope Park

About This Home

Welcome to a truly exquisite home nestled in a prime location, just moments from local shops, dining, and the scenic riverfront.
Situated on an over-sized lot, this property seamlessly blends timeless character with modern convenience, offering the perfect balance of charm and functionality.
Designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining, the home features inviting indoor-outdoor spaces and a private, tranquil backyard retreat-ideal for hosting gatherings or simply unwinding. Off-street parking adds convenience in this highly desirable area. The exterior showcases classic dentil (tooth) molding, creating a stately and traditional curb appeal that stands out. Inside, you'll find elegant details throughout, including original hardwood flooring, plantation wood blinds that provide a refined, durable, and timeless aesthetic. Exposed brick accents add warmth and sophistication, creating an inviting and distinctive interior sanctuary.
The home is thoughtfully updated with durable and stylish finishes, including slate flooring in the kitchen, bathroom, and laundry areas, stainless steel appliances, along with porcelain tile in the upstairs bathroom.
This one-of-a-kind property offers character, comfort, and an unbeatable location-don't miss your opportunity to call it home.

Listing Agent

Josh Irwin

Haven Homes Group License #276604 Listed on: 05/06/2026

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1893

Lot Details

  • 3,311 Sq Ft Lot
  • Perimeter Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Private Yard
  • Historic Home

Home Design

  • Stone Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,800 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Woodwork
  • Crown Molding
  • Tray Ceiling
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Chandelier
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Non-Functioning Fireplace
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Picture Window
  • Panel Doors
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Skyline Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Laminate Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Slate Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dressing Area
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Sump Pump
  • Crawl Space
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Shed

Schools

  • Grandview Elementary School
  • Bellevue High Middle School
  • Bellevue High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1893

Lot Details

3,311 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.076
  • Year Built: 1893
  • Lot Size: irregular
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Ownership: Consumer
  • Directions: 471 to exit 5. Right on Lafayette.
  • Architectural Style: Historic
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Contract Info:Auction YN: No
  • General Property Description:Basement YN2: Yes
  • Utilities Electric Company: Duke
  • Utilities Gas Company: Duke
  • Water Company: Northern Kentucky Water
  • Room Details:Family Room YN: Yes
  • Room Details:Formal Dining Rm YN: Yes
  • Special Features: OpenHouse

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Multi Panel Doors, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Natural Woodwork, Built-in Features, Chandelier, Eat-in Kitchen, Laminate Counters, Pantry, Soaking Tub, Storage, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), See Remarks
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Partial, Unfinished, Storage Space
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Oven, See Remarks, Gas Cooktop
  • Other Equipment: Sump Pump
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Decorative, Inoperable
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2800.0
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Picture Window(s), Vinyl Clad Window(s)

Exterior Features

  • View: Skyline
  • Fencing: Perimeter, Privacy
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Level
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Features: See Remarks, Private Yard
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop, Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio, Covered, Awning(s)

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street, On Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Grandview Elementary
  • Junior High Dist: Bellevue Indep
  • High School: Bellevue High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Bellevue High

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3311.0

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,354 $243,300 $13,300 $230,000
2024 $2,373 $243,300 $13,300 $230,000
2023 $965 $115,200 $10,000 $105,200
2022 $1,061 $115,200 $10,000 $105,200
2021 $1,064 $115,200 $10,000 $105,200
2020 $1,586 $115,200 $10,000 $105,200
2019 $1,459 $101,000 $10,000 $91,000
2018 $1,378 $101,000 $10,000 $91,000
2017 $1,344 $101,000 $10,000 $91,000
2016 $1,278 $101,000 $0 $0
2015 $1,308 $101,000 $0 $0
2014 $1,373 $109,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/06/2026 05/06/26 For Sale $356,000 -- $127 / Sq Ft
Source: Northern Kentucky Multiple Listing Service

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $101,000 Lawyers Title Of Cincinnati
Warranty Deed $109,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $48,000 None Available
Commissioners Deed $50,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $80,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $108,044 FHA
Previous Owner $36,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Northern Kentucky Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 642301

Northern Kentucky Multiple Listing Service

APN: 999-99-07-573.00

Kentucky Campbell County Bellevue 41073

438 Lafayette Ave, Bellevue, KY

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