116 E 12th Ave, Bowling Green, KY 42101
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SOLD
DEC 1, 2025

116 E 12th Ave
Bowling Green, KY 42101

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,381 sqft

$180,000

Last Sold: Dec 1, 2025
5% below list $190K
$130/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,083/mo*
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$180,000

Last Sold: Dec 1, 2025
5% below list $190K
$130/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,083/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,381 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Step into the charm of downtown Bowling Green with this beautifully updated historical residence! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 1,400 square feet of character and modern comfort. Nestled on a fully fenced lot with an electric gate, this unique property combines classic appeal with contemporary upgrades ? including new flooring, updated systems, and brand-new appliances. An unfinished basement offers potential for additional space or storage, while the exterior features a storage building, security cameras, and gated perimeter for added privacy and peace of mind. Zoned for both residential and potential multi-family use, this rare downtown gem offers endless possibilities... live, work, or invest right in the heart of Bowling Green!
116 E 12th Ave, Bowling Green, KY 42101 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,381 sqft single-family home built in 1916. It last sold for $180,000 on Dec 1, 2025 (5% below the $189,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $182,300, with a rent estimate of $1,266/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$130/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 116 E 12th Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,Outside Entrance Ony,Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Master Bathroom, Bathroom, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1381 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Available, Garbage-Public, Natural Gas, Street LightsAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Laundry RoomRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Replacement Windows, Wood Frames, DrapesDoor: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: Level Lot, Near Bus LineFloors: Hardwood, Tile
View
Has a ViewView: Commercial View
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered Front Porch, PorchFencing: Perimeter, Back YardOther Structures: StorageExterior: Outdoor LightingFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: None
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Water & Sewer
Sewer: CityWater Body: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1916
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Brick/SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: New ConstructionParcel Number: 039A12063

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $189,900Price Per Sqft: $130/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Bowling GreenCommunity: N/A
School Information
Elementary School: Parker-Bennett-CurryJr High / Middle School: Bowling Green Junior HighHigh School: Bowling Green

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1381 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: RA20254313Attic: Access Only

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: None
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Tony M Huynh, (270) 257-4538
Keller Williams First Choice R
Michelle Hansen, (270) 605-5560
Keller Williams First Choice R
Bought with: Britney Pryor, (270) 799-4084, BHG Realty
Source: RASK, MLS#RA20254313

Price History for 116 E 12th Ave

DatePriceEventSource
12/01/2025$180,000Sold
RASK #RA20254313
10/24/2025$189,900PendingRASK #RA20254313
10/01/2025$189,900PriceChange
RASK #RA20254313
08/29/2025$195,000PriceChange
RASK #RA20254313
08/11/2025$200,000PriceChange
RASK #RA20254313
08/04/2025$209,000PriceChange
RASK #RA20254313
07/28/2025$215,000PriceChange
RASK #RA20254313
07/22/2022$134,900PendingToActiveRASK #RA20222536
06/15/2022$134,900PendingRASK #RA20222536
06/09/2022$134,900Listed For SaleRASK #RA20222536

Market trends in Bowling Green

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$293K
$10.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.2%
Price per sq ft
$163
$0MoM
Available listings
644
10MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$411
Assessment$125,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 116 E 12th Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
304 E 12th Ave, Bowling Green, KY
0.16
Single-Family Home
$123,333
03/31/26
3
1
1,155
310 E 12th Ave, Bowling Green, KY
0.18
Single-Family Home
$123,333
03/31/26
3
1
1,068
117 Woodford Ave, Bowling Green, KY
0.17
Single-Family Home
$100,000
07/18/25
2
1
1,275
150 W Main Ave, Bowling Green, KY
0.42
Single-Family Home
$80,000
08/19/25
3
1
1,627
1227 Stubbins St, Bowling Green, KY
0.25
Single-Family Home
$140,000
02/02/26
3
2
1,634
205 W 14th Ave, Bowling Green, KY
0.40
Single-Family Home
$169,900
05/22/26
3
2
1,107
168 Butler Way, Bowling Green, KY
0.62
Single-Family Home
$111,000
01/23/26
3
1
1,002

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Bowling Green

At least 619 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 60 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 53 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say there's wildlife

  • 32 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 31 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 24 % Say there are community events

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  • Jmilam12
    "Easily accessible to the main highway. Never busy. Close enough to amenities, but far enough from being in town. "
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  • Albertohdz
    "I had lived in the neighborhood for over 8 years, great place to live, excellent schools, and community."
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  • Albertohdz
    "I really enjoy living in this neighborhood. It’s very clean, safe, and perfect for taking walks with my dog. The neighbors are friendly and respectful, which makes the community feel welcoming. The location is also very convenient—there are plenty of restaurants and grocery stores nearby, and it’s just a short drive to I-65, making it easy to get anywhere quickly. Overall, it’s a great place to live."
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  • Amanda Mclean
    "Mind your dog parks or invest in flea protection. Always have a leash. Otherwise a very great area for dog parents."
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  • Shannon Grise
    "There are many different types of neighborhoods in bowling green each having their own unique charm. Most neighborhoods are very family and pet friendly. There are many nice parks for children, walking trails, feeding ducks, picnic venues and disk golf opportunities. "
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  • 2qhsfmmz69
    "I have lived in BG for 26 years. It is a great place to grow up and raise a family in. Lots of diversity and is growing like crazy. "
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  • Trulia User
    "HOA and clean neighborhoods. Very close to good schools and the mall and supermarkets. Close to a leading Hospital. "
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  • Ejtravis1084
    "What a cool little town. So safe and clean. Very cool old houses. Great places to eat and the town square is beautiful. "
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  • Daddygod68@gmail.com
    "I have never saw buses in Bowling Green my with the exception of school buses. A lot of thieves, people coming in out of your unit and they have a serious problems with RATS. A Hackers paradise. Not the best place to live."
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  • Trulia User
    "I have lived here for over a year. Folks are friendly and we have neighborhood activities. would highly recommend this neighborhood to anyone."
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  • Trulia User
    "Briarwood is a beautiful, older, subdivision of Bowling Green that is safe, has an atmosphere of the suburbs but is close to town, the restaurants, entertainment. It’s great for young and old alike."
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  • Aliviagmccombs
    "Shopping is very convenient, has lots of activities and parks to take children. Its a fairly large city but only for small town people, there are more crimes then i would like to remember. "
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  • Thomic13
    "Great park and soccer field right across the street! Safe place for kids. Just visiting right now so I can’t say much more "
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  • Dede56.perdue
    "Sidewalks are only on one side of the street... doesn’t really bother me. Most people pick up after their dogs, occasionally they don’t... "
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  • Leslie R. C.
    "Yard sale, families walking, trick or treat, Christmas decorating contest, home owners association. "
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  • Ashley.alexander
    "One family let’s their dog roam in the neighborhood and in neighboring yards daily. Most people in the neighborhood walk their animals on a leash. "
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  • Joseph M.
    "lots of great respect for the arts and fooooood. bowling green has the most restaurants per capita of any city in the u.s."
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  • Alexis E.
    "Super easy to get around in bowling Green I wouldn’t feel the need to get a new car fast. Every store is in good reach from neighborhoods to all"
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  • Albertohdz .
    "Some people don’t pick up after their pets. Everything else, is good at the neighborhood, quiet, and safe"
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  • Jason
    "Good yard sizes and no major incidents makes for a dog friendly area. We see a lot of people out in the neighborhood walking their dogs and no major issues"
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  • Kkucharski2013
    "It is a college town and we have many types of cultural events . Bowling a Green offers a variety of ethnic stores as well."
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  • Mac1780
    "nothing really. there's an ok pool. it's just a fairly safe place to walk around and it's maintained well. nothing special. "
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  • Albertohdz .
    "My neighborhood is safe, all neighbors are very respectful, and take care of each other. Quiet at night. Excellent school district."
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  • Elisa W.
    "The people in this area make this Community unique. There are a lot of farmers and farm land there are a lot of animals that look healthy I like this area because of the Corvette museum I like this area because of the International center I like this area because of the donuts. This city is not too small and not to be it is a great area to raise a family. I was suggest that anyone who is looking for a city to move to to choose Bowling Green because there are a lot of Restaurants in diversity They also have great fun raising The valley college football and basketball is great. You can make a lot of money in this city this place is set up for economic growth"
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  • Jan F.
    "people will walk their dogs and then allow them to use the bathroom in everyone's yards and refuse to pick it up. we're ready to move to the country."
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  • Bobandlary
    "We have amazing trick or treat community and it is very safe. Some people may get their packages stolen but if you are home you are safer to not have your package stolen. Great neighborhoods great place. "
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  • Kkucharski2013
    "We have lots of cultural events being a college community. We also have lots of great local businesses"
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  • Lizbethik T.
    "that there is a lot of kids all the time playing outside with no problem. No worries abt an accident or anything like that. very family friendly"
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  • Donald E.
    "We have a variety of different events such a as: Brew and Tunes Concerts in the Park BG Pride International festival "
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  • Samantha A. Y.
    "Dog friendly area, with people walking their dogs on a regular basis. Clean up after them though and keep them out of others yards. "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a great place to live, just don’t leave anything good out bc we had a 4wheeler that got stole "
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  • Forrest_terrell
    "I grew up in the neighborhood as a child. The community is great and also as a great school in the area."
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  • Star M.
    "My commute is mostly city traffic involving multiple city lights and low speed limits or clear highway"
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  • Carolina C.
    "We celebrate international festivals and I love seeing other cultures embrace their culture so other people can learn. "
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  • Mackenzie G. C.
    "Bowling Green has always been a great place to live and I look forward to the changes the city has decided to make!"
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  • Meg
    "There are a lot of people who have dogs and walk them at all hours of the day. All the dogs seem well-trained. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Close to the jail. And the police station. Shift changes and trains that will go through the night. Be prepared to purchase ear plugs "
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  • Chelle2000a
    "Bowling Green has good job opportunities and a reasonable house market. Rental prices however are through the roof. The county and city have excellent schools."
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  • Brenda Key
    "Best schools and a very tight knit neighborhood family. Park and grills for having about any function. Only draw back is people drive entirely too fast in the Subdivision. Speed humps are greatly needed. "
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