531 E 12th Ave, Bowling Green, KY 42101
SOLD
FEB 16, 2026

531 E 12th Ave
Bowling Green, KY 42101

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 4,000 sqft

$550,000

Last Sold: Feb 16, 2026
11% below list $620K
$138/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,125/mo*
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$550,000

Last Sold: Feb 16, 2026
11% below list $620K
$138/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,125/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
3 Baths
4,000 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Step into the rich history and character of this early 20th-century American Foursquare, ideally located just a short walk from College Street and the former site of Bowling Green Business College. Built between 1902 and 1910 on a solid limestone foundation from a local quarry, this two-story brick home was originally a boarding house and retains many of its original architectural elements. The welcoming front porch leads you into a spacious double parlor and formal dining room featuring leaded glass windows and 8-foot paneled pocket doors. The first floor also includes a beautifully updated kitchen with antique glass cabinet doors reclaimed from a historic Franklin home, a large walk-in pantry, and a cozy keeping room perfect for morning coffee. A master suite was added in 2013 and includes a private bath with double vanities, a walk-in closet, and access to the rear deck and ramp overlooking a charming flower garden. Upstairs, you’ll find four generously sized bedrooms centered around a wide hallway, once designed with in-room sinks when the home served as a boarding house. In more recent years, major renovations brought modern comfort without sacrificing original character. Updates include central heat and air added to both levels (first floor in 2013, second floor in 2020), a new roof (2022), and refinished hardwood floors throughout. Other unique touches include a hand-painted trompe l’oeil mural in the living room and foyer, repurposed crown molding from original wood columns, antique chandeliers sourced over time, and thoughtful preservation of period details. Whether you love historic homes, want space to entertain, or appreciate timeless craftsmanship, this one-of-a-kind property offers a rare opportunity to own a true piece of Bowling Green history.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from April 14, 2026

Home Highlights

Parking
None
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$138/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 531 E 12th Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: CellarNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Master Bathroom, Bathroom
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (partial): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 4000 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer AvailableAppliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: Laundry ClosetRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Boiler,Forced Air,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Boiler
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: DecorativeHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: TwoAccessibility: 1st Floor BathroomFloors: Hardwood, Tile
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleFencing: NoneExterior: Concrete WalksFoundation: Brick/Mortar, Stone
Parking & Garage
Parking: None
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Water & Sewer
Water Body: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential Farm
Building
Construction Materials: Brick/SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: New ConstructionParcel Number: 040B02053

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $619,900Price Per Sqft: $138/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Negotiable

Location

Direction & Address
City: Bowling GreenCommunity: N/A
School Information
Elementary School: T C CherryJr High / Middle School: Bowling Green Junior HighHigh School: Bowling Green

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 4000 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8712 sqft

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: RA20254484

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: None
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Hank M Wilson, (270) 799-8081
EXP Realty, LLC
Bought with: Hank M Wilson, (270) 799-8081, EXP Realty, LLC
Source: RASK, MLS#RA20254484

Price History for 531 E 12th Ave

DatePriceEventSource
02/16/2026$550,000Sold
RASK #RA20254484
12/20/2025$619,900PendingRASK #RA20254484
10/13/2025$619,900PriceChange
RASK #RA20254484
08/05/2025$649,900Listed For SaleRASK #RA20254484
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$669
Assessment$250,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 531 E 12th Ave

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Sold Date
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1357 State St, Bowling Green, KY
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$433,600
01/12/26
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3,416
1346 Chestnut St, Bowling Green, KY
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$350,000
09/19/25
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2,348
1356 Park St, Bowling Green, KY
0.29
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$355,000
04/08/26
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3
2,925
1327 State St, Bowling Green, KY
0.20
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$300,000
07/09/25
5
5
4,144
1357 Park St, Bowling Green, KY
0.27
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$268,000
05/20/26
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3
2,106
1205 Chestnut St, Bowling Green, KY
0.02
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$350,000
10/16/25
3
2
2,360
1333 State St, Bowling Green, KY
0.22
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$570,000
07/07/25
3
5
4,848
1240 Park St, Bowling Green, KY
0.19
Single-Family Home
$365,000
10/01/25
3
2
2,494
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0.20
Single-Family Home
$785,000
11/21/25
5
6
7,400

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What Locals Say about Bowling Green

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  • 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

  • 50 % 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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    "I had lived in the neighborhood for over 8 years, great place to live, excellent schools, and community."
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "My commute is mostly city traffic involving multiple city lights and low speed limits or clear highway"
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    "It is a great place to grow kids, have family and get retired. Bowling Green have being growing in the last few years."
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531 E 12th Ave, Bowling Green, KY 42101 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 4,000 sqft single-family home built in 1910. This property is not currently available for sale. 531 E 12th Ave was last sold on Feb 16, 2026 for $550,000 (11% lower than the asking price of $619,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 531 E 12th Ave is $550,100.