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12597 S Jefferson St, Princeton, KY, 42445

5beds
3baths
4,329sqft
$2,380,000
$550price/sqft
$15,317/moest. monthly cost
$612,680/yrincome needed

About This Home

Own a piece of Kentucky countryside just a short drive from Nashville a turn-key horse farm, wedding venue and profitable Airbnb generating a year-round income. Your dream of a successful farm and hospitality business starts here. Welcome to Chateau Princeton, a stunning historical 1935 landmark farm offering 25 fenced and cross-fenced acres. A separate farm entrance with its own water meter makes a great additional building lot. Currently used for weddings, events, retreats, offering multi-family living. Conveniently located in Princeton a short easy drive from Nashville close to Patti’s 1880’s Settlement, this one-of-a-kind property blends timeless charm with modern updates. The estate features a guest house used as a profitable Airbnb. A cozy bridal/ honeymoon suite offering 2 bedrooms, a full bath, bridal dressing room, a hot and deck…plus a popular adult themed Red Room named top 5% of homes on Airbnb. The Groom’s Quarters include a private entrance, living room and library wall a newly built Red Room/Airbnb rental for additional income. This rental unit offers a private deck overlooking serene property 1/4 mile off the main road. The reception area includes a open air chapel, dining hall and kitchen space,.. the main barn with a spiral staircase to the upstairs dance hall nice bathroom for guests with 2 stalls a shower and lobby area with hand hewn log benches. This working horse farm includes 2 barns with multiple stalls, hay storage and two ponds with a full size outdoor riding arena and multiple automatic waters for livestock. The farmhouse has been thoughtfully renovated a spacious kitchen and dining area custom painted cabinets, granite countertops, center island, brick flooring, and new appliances. Hardwood floors run throughout. Off the kitchen are a utility room, pantry, and a unique attached silo room with travertine floors ideally used as a wine cellar & cigar lounge. Additional highlights include a large great room with a fireplace, 2 bedrooms downstairs, and 2 bedrooms upstairs with a bonus room. Enjoy morning coffee in the outdoor cabana with a fireplace equipped for TV or grilling. This remarkable property is currently used for weddings with multiple outbuildings all perfect for events. A rare chance to own a historic, income-producing Kentucky estate close to Nashville schedule your tour today!

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
23
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
6/10

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: New Construction
  • Year built: 1940

Materials

  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Brick

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Country,Farm House,Ranch
  • Property subType: Residential Farm

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Water Heater,Propane Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Laundry Room

Basement

  • Basement: None,Crawl Space

Bathroom

  • Features: Double Vanity,Granite Counters,Separate Shower,Walk-In Closet(s)

Bedroom2

  • Level: Upper

Bedroom3

  • Level: Upper

Bedroom4

  • Level: Main

Bedroom5

  • Level: Main

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • Main level bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bedrooms: 3

Features

  • Bookshelves,Ceiling Fan(s),Country Kitchen,Eat-in Kitchen
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplace features: Free Standing,Gas Log-Natural,Propane
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Attic: Access Only,Storage

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Electric,Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Central Electric,Central Gas,Attic Fan

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 4,329
  • Total interior livable area: 4,329 sqft

Master Bathroom

  • Level: Main

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: 1st Floor Bathroom,Door Levers,Level Lot

Details

  • Parcel number: 2810_10C
  • Attached to another structure: Yes
  • Horse amenities: Horse Facilities

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Patio & porch: Covered Front Porch,Covered Deck,Covered Patio,Enclosed Patio,Patio,Porch
  • Exterior features: Aggregate Walks,Courtyard,Lighting,Garden,Gas Grill,Landscaping,Mature Trees,Outdoor Lighting,Trees
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Waterfront features: Pond
  • Topography of land: Rolling

Lot

  • Lot size: 24.49 Acres
  • Features: Level,Rural Property,County,Farm,Historical District

Parking

  • Total spaces: 4
  • Parking features: Detached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 4
  • Covered spaces: 4

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormVery High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Ice Storm
Strong Wind
Tornado
Cold Wave
Drought
Earthquake
Hail
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Lightning

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Kentucky Counties

Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $12,034$144,408
Home Insurance *$2,257$27,084
Property Taxes $685$8,220
Electricity $341$4,102
Total$15,317$183,804
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$525,154/yr
40% on housing$459,510/yr
45% on housing$408,453/yr

Kentucky FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 4,102Commercial: 175
Total Premiums$2.55M
Total Exposure$206.09M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 12.3%
12.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 6.0%
6.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 5.0%
5.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$550This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 42445$68
Caldwell County$80

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 42445
Caldwell County$126

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-12Price change$2,480,000
2026-01-04Price change$2,699,900
2025-11-23Listed for sale$2,999,900
2021-06-10Sold$525,000
2021-03-04Listed for sale$495,000
2016-02-25Listing removed$425,000
2016-01-25Price change$425,000
2015-08-26Listed for sale$499,000
2015-07-10Listing removed$549,000
2015-01-14Listed for sale$549,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentTerry M Stahl
BrokerageCrye-Leike REALTORS

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