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$221,391$246 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $204,000 on May 16, 2025

5201 ROOKWOOD AVE

LOUISVILLE, KY 40218
1
Baths
900 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$221K
$182K low$261K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$204,000 · May 16, 2025
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$13,511
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$10,809
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.95%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$197,880
NORTHPOINTE BANK · recorded May 16, 2025
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$10,000
LEXINGTON-FAYETTE URBAN COUNTY GOV

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$782 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$68,870 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$53,870
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$68,870
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$68,870

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJefferson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Price Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Newburg Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Fern Creek High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi

District: Jefferson County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 40218These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,595
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,635 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,104
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,688
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5201 Rookwood Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 83% of homes in Newburg
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Newburg
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Louisville 40218
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Newburg

What homes are worth in Louisville 40218

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$66K$372K

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Louisville 40218.

How it measures up in Louisville 40218

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Louisville 40218.

Estimated value$221,391
CheaperTypical $200,464Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$246
CheaperTypical $164Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area900 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,150 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 5201 Rookwood Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewburgLouisville 40218Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$221,39183% of homes61% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24698% of homes97% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than900 ft²18% of homes16% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac35% of homes30% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than197084% of homes63% of homes58% of homes

About 5201 Rookwood Ave

How much is 5201 Rookwood Ave, Louisville, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5201 Rookwood Ave, Louisville, KY is $221,391 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $181,733 to $261,049. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5201 Rookwood Ave, Louisville, KY last sell?

5201 Rookwood Ave, Louisville, KY last sold on May 16, 2025 for $204,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5201 Rookwood Ave, Louisville, KY?

5201 Rookwood Ave, Louisville, KY has 1 bathrooms, 900 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 5201 Rookwood Ave, Louisville, KY built?

5201 Rookwood Ave, Louisville, KY was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5201 Rookwood Ave, Louisville, KY?

5201 Rookwood Ave, Louisville, KY is assigned to Price Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Newburg Middle School (middle), rated D+; Fern Creek High School (high), rated D. All sit in Jefferson County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5201 Rookwood Ave, Louisville, KY compare to other homes in Louisville 40218?

Among the 9,440 homes in Louisville 40218, it is worth more than 61% of them ($221,391 against a typical $200,464), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($246 against a typical $164), it is bigger than 16% of them (900 ft² against a typical 1,150 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1970 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 36% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5201 Rookwood Ave, Louisville, KY?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5201 Rookwood Ave, Louisville, KY was $782. The county assessed it at $68,870.

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