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Whether you’re looking to move or just love real estate, you’ll be drooling over these homes for sale across Northern Kentucky.
Boone County
Black metal structure houses unique loft-style apartment on 11 acres in Verona
Address: 2100 Stephenson Mill Road, Verona
Price: $499,000
Bedrooms: One
Bathrooms: One
Square feet: 2,400
School district: Walton Verona Independent
County: Boone
Special features:
On the outside, the black metal structure looks more like a garage than a typical single-family home, but the inside shows a finished apartment with stylish finishes throughout. The kitchen features stainless-steel appliances and granite countertops, and the bathroom has a step-in shower with subway tile and a free-standing claw-foot soaking tub. The bedroom includes a bunk bed set-up for guests. A custom roll-up window separates the living space from the oversize three-car garage, perfect for storing RVs and other large vehicles. The apartment also could serve as a temporary residence while building a dream home elsewhere on the 11-acre property.
Kenton County
Beautifully restored home in the heart of Covington
Address: 241 W. Eighth St., Covington
Price: $550,000
Bedrooms: Four
Bathrooms: Three (plus one half-bath)
Square feet: 2,294
School district: Covington Independent
County: Kenton
Special features:
Nestled halfway between Mainstrasse Village and the Madison Avenue Commercial District, this home is within walking distance to some of the area’s best restaurants, sporting events and more. The home was originally built in 1909 and was recently renovated, preserving the original hardwood floors, historic woodwork and five fireplaces. The eat-in kitchen features stainless-steel appliances and granite countertops. Relax on the spacious front porch of this tree-lined street or in the fenced-in backyard with two large raised beds, perfect for a summer vegetable garden.
Campbell County
Newport home blends Old World masonry craftsmanship with modern interior design
Address: 726 Monroe St., Newport
Price: $665,000
Bedrooms: Three
Bathrooms: Three (plus one half-bath)
Square feet: 2,875
School district: Newport Independent
County: Campbell
Special features:
Three floors of living space are found in this East Row Historic District home, built in 1886. The main entryway includes a striking foyer with a grand staircase with stained-glass and leaded-glass accents. The gourmet kitchen has been updated with stainless-steel appliances, a counter-bar island and subway-tile backsplash. Entertain indoors or out with the open floor plan on the main floor, or walk out to the two-tier deck and outdoor living space from the kitchen. Unique exterior appointments are highlighted with custom painting by renowned local artist Tom Mitts. The primary bedroom includes an ensuite with spa-like bathroom that features a claw-foot bathtub, subway tile and granite countertops.