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131 E 42nd St, Covington, KY, 41015

2beds
1baths
1,096sqft
$184,000
$168price/sqft
$1,426/moest. monthly cost
$57,040/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 131 E. 42nd Street! Charming Fully Renovated Home in Historic Latonia! Prepare to fall in love with this adorable 2-bedroom, 1-full-bath cottage in the heart of Latonia, Kentucky! Combining classic historic charm with completely modern updates, this move-in-ready gem offers low-maintenance living at an affordable price you have been looking for! • Brand-New Kitchen: Cook and entertain with ease in a bright kitchen featuring all-new solid wood cabinets, sleek stainless-steel appliances, New sink and functional prep space. • Completely Renovated Throughout: Fresh, modern finishes from top to bottom mean zero project lists--just move right in! • Energy-Efficient Windows: Brand-new windows throughout flood the home with natural light while keeping your utility bills low. • Year-Round Comfort: Stay cool all summer long with a brand-new central air conditioning unit. Exterior & Outdoor Living • Parking Made Easy: Rare for the area enjoy the convenience of your own 1-car garage plus additional off-street parking. • Cozy Outdoor Space: A small, partially fenced yard offers just enough green space for pets, a small garden, or weekend grilling without spending your entire Weekend mowing. Tucked away iin the historic Latonia neighborhood, you're just minutes from local shops, neighborhood parks, and easy highway access for a quick commute into Covington or Downtown Cincinnati. A fully renovated cottage with garage and off - street parking at this price point won't last long. Schedule your private showing today!

Getting Around

64
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
28
TransitSome Transit
36
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
3/10
Holmes Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.4 mi
1/10
Holmes High SchoolGrades 9-121.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Existing Structure
  • Year built: 1904

Materials

  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: See Remarks,Vinyl Siding,Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Ranch
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Electric Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: See Remarks,Partial

Bedroom2

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Luxury Vinyl Flooring
  • Level: First
  • Area: 169
  • Dimensions: 13 x 13

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Smart Thermostat,Crown Molding,Ceiling Fan(s),Recessed Lighting
  • Window features: Double Hung,Vinyl Frames

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,096
  • Total interior livable area: 1,096 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Eat-in Kitchen,Recessed Lighting,Luxury Vinyl Flooring,Wood Cabinets
  • Level: First
  • Area: 154
  • Dimensions: 14 x 11

Primary Bath

  • Features: See Remarks,Tub With Shower,Luxury Vinyl Flooring
  • Level: First
  • Area: 42
  • Dimensions: 6 x 7

Primary Bedroom

  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s),See Remarks,Luxury Vinyl Flooring
  • Level: First
  • Area: 182
  • Dimensions: 14 x 13

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 0564103013.00
  • Zoning description: Residential

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Porch
  • Exterior features: Private Yard
  • Fencing: See Remarks,Chain Link,Privacy
  • Residential vegetation: See Remarks,Oak Trees

Lot

  • Lot size: 4,791 sqft
  • Features: Level
  • Lot size dimensions: Irreg

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Detached,Driveway,Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

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

  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Strong Wind
Tornado
Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Kentucky Counties

Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
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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 $930$11,160
Home Insurance *$114$1,368
Property Taxes $228$2,736
Electricity $154$1,850
Total$1,426$17,112
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$48,891/yr
40% on housing$42,780/yr
45% on housing$38,026/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: 7.2%
7.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 6.0%
6.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.7%
1.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$168This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 41015$128
Kenton County$177

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 41015$171
Kenton County$184

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
2026-08-16Pending sale$184,000
2026-07-24Listed for sale$184,000
2026-01-30Sold$61,000
2005-08-01Sold$70,620
1998-01-07Sold$50,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentLisa Lay
BrokerageKeller Williams Realty Service

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