The Eastern Parkway was built on the foundation of the original house that preceded it. | Photo by Louisville Real Estate Media
A Louisville home that made headlines in 2009 when it was designed by a local architect is now for sale.
Listed for $899,000, the home at 1824 Eastern Pkwy is a modern marvel nestled in one of Louisville’s oldest and most popular neighborhoods — the Highlands.
Here are the specs:
Two bedrooms + four bathrooms
Oak hardwood floors
Floating staircase
Designer features + appliances throughout the house
3,562 sqft over four levels
A theater room, featuring a 4K laser projector, 133-inch screen, and 13 built-in wall speakers + subwoofer
A two-car steel carport, featuring a Tesla electric car charger that also serves as a rear deck
The interior includes solid oak flooring throughout.
Photo by Louisville Real Estate Media
In 2009, the home’s owners, Bob German + Brent Carter, hired architect Michael Koch to renovate the house, using the original foundation the home was built on.
Koch spoke about his book + career at the Filson Historical Society in 2022 — he even specifically discussed the “German Carter House.”
Events
Events
Friday, Oct. 25
Haunting: A Lamplit Tour of Victorian Death and Mourning | Friday, Oct. 25-Sunday, Oct. 27 | 6 p.m. | Conrad Caldwell House | $15+ | Take a tour of one of Louisville’s most famous historic homes under the soft glow of lamplight, learning the mourning traditions of the Gilded Age.
Arnez J | Friday, Oct. 25-Sunday, Oct. 27 | Times vary | Louisville Comedy Club | $25+ | This veteran comic has been touring for over 30 years.
Paul Oakenfold | Friday, Oct. 25 | 9 p.m. | Old Forester’s Paristown Hall | $35+ | This remixer was voted the No. 1 DJ in the world in 1998 + 1999 by DJ Magazine.
Saturday, Oct. 26
Tony and the Tan Lines Present: Thriller | Saturday, Oct. 26 | 8 p.m. | Headliners Music Hall | $15 | Something evil’s lurking in the dark, under the moonlight at this live show.
Take a Puzzle, Leave a Puzzle | Saturday, Oct. 26 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Main Library | Free | Bring your old puzzles and swap with other enthusiasts.
Sunday, Oct. 27
The Other America: An Anne Braden Story | Sunday, Oct. 27 | 12:30 p.m. | Speed Art Museum | Free | Learn the story of this Louisville civil rights activist + educator acted out by puppeteers.
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Book an appointment, and indulge in their top-notch services. Bonus: New clients can score discounts on filler, facials, and more.
Another controlled burn is taking place at a Louisville park. Officials from Kentucky State University are making preparations for the burn at Iroquois Park. There was a burn at McNeely Park earlier this week.
Older Adults
Age Friendly Louisville will unveil its strategic plan on Tuesday, Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the South Central Regional Library. It will include action plans for housing, social inclusion, and outdoor enhancement to make Louisville more inclusive for people of all ages. RSVP to guarantee a seat.
Job
If you want to make a paw-sitive impact on local animals, apply within. Purrfect Day Cat Cafe is hiring a part-time “House Cat” front-of-house position. Anyone 18+ can apply for the job, though experience in food service or hospitality is a plus. See the full job description.
Talk
The Louisville Story Program and Roots 101 African American Museum are hosting a panel discussion about the history of gospel music in Derby City, with the authors of “I’m Glad About It.” The free discussion will take place at Roots 101 on Saturday, Nov. 23 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Plan Ahead
The Little Loomhouse is hosting a holiday open house on Saturday, Nov. 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. The “Holiday in the Woods” night will include family-friendly art and shopping at the Louisville landmark, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Sports
Louisville football takes on Boston College on the road tonight at 7:30 p.m. Get ready for kickoff with game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Cards with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Giveaway
Need a vacation? We feel you. Our recommendation? Entering our Fly Away Friday Giveaway. There are only 11 days left to enter for a chance to win two round-trip airline tickets out of SDF.*
Finance
Rates just dropped — now could be the time to tap into your home equity. Calculate your payment.*
Category
Biz
This’ll be “the place” to be
The new boutique is also planning to open a 700-sqft champagne speakeasy in 2025.|Photo courtesy Le Lieu
NuLu’s newest boutique is set to open just in time for the holiday season — and it has us saying, “Oui, oui.”
Le Lieu will offer fashions, home decor, and self-care products, as well as a floral design studio, which will host seasonal workshops and floral design classes.
Located in a 3,000-sqft space on Shelby Street directly across the street from Clayton and Crume, the boutique is also planning a champagne speakeasy bar, which will open in spring 2025.
Le Lieu — which means, “the place” in French — will host its grand opening on Saturday, Nov. 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., in conjunction with the NuLu Jinglefest. It will include complimentary champagne, food, and other beverages.
The first class at the floral design studio will be a holiday wreath-making workshop, Dec. 5 through Dec. 8.
The Buy
The Buy
An emergency roadside kit. The 90-piece set comes with a LED headlamp, tire repair kit, jumper cables, window breaker and seat belt cutter, first aid kit, and more.
