An exterior view of this historic Newport home. Photo provided | Mark Ramler with Pivot Realty Group

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Check out these homes for sale right now across Northern Kentucky.

Florence home with relaxing backyard 

An exterior view of this Florence home. Photos provided | Donna Berling with Huff Realty

Address: 6111 Par Four Court, Florence

Price: $465,000

Bedrooms: Four

Bathrooms: Two (plus two half baths) 

School district: Boone County 

County: Boone

Special features: Enjoy time outside in this four bedroom Florence home, which offers a spacious backyard with a gas firepit and a multitier deck, as well as a screened-in porch. The home, on a cul-de-sac, features a rec room with a wet bar and walk-out basement. 

Historic Newport home with modern updates 

This home’s back patio. Photo provided | Mark Ramler with Pivot Realty Group 

Address: 318 Overton St., Newport

Price: $949,900

Bedrooms: Three

Bathrooms: Three (plus one half-bath) 

Square footage: 3,691

School district: Newport Independent 

County: Campbell

Special features: This 1889 Queen Anne home in Newport’s Mansion Hill neighborhood offers historic features with contemporary updates. The large primary suite includes a cozy sitting area, French doors to a balcony, and an adjoining bathroom with soaking tub, heated floors and a gas fireplace. The second floor includes a laundry room and a back staircase for easy access to the kitchen, which is equipped with stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. 

Modern amenities meet historical charm in Covington

An exterior view of this Covington home. Photos provided | Ben Freimuth with Comey & Shepherd

Address: 1206 Lee St., Covington

Price: $535,000

Bedrooms: Three

Bathrooms: Two (plus one half-bath) 

Square footage: 2,415

School district: Kenton County

County: Kenton

Special features: Built in 1900, this renovated Covington home features a blend of historical character and modern flair. While offering modern amenities, the renovation preserved details such as high ceilings, exposed brick, original doors with transoms and original wood floors. The finished lower level provides bonus living space with a family room, a third bedroom with its own entrance plus a full bath.

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