9015 Washington Trace Road, California. Photos provided | Rebecca Orth with Sibcy Cline

This story originally appeared in the July 4, 2025, edition of the LINK Reader. To get stories like this first, subscribe here.

Each week, we feature houses for sale around Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties, and this week, we’ve got some great properties to check out.

From an updated Union home with a saltwater pool to a custom California home on over 2 acres of land, plus a charming lakefront Cape Cod in Morning View, keep reading to find some unique properties for sale around NKY.

Updated Union home with saltwater pool

Address: 2619 Twin Hills Court, Union

Price: $899,000

Bedrooms: Five

Bathrooms: Four (plus one half bath) 

Square footage: 5,750

School district: Boone County 

County: Boone

Special features: Spacious and fully updated, this home offers high-end features throughout. The remodeled kitchen features granite counters, stainless appliances, a large island and gas cooktop. Tray ceilings, crown molding and custom finishes run throughout. The finished walkout lower level includes a second kitchen, wet bar, fireplace, built-ins and home theater wiring. Outside, enjoy a saltwater pool, fire pit, garden and patio. 

Custom California home on over 2 acres

Address: 9015 Washington Trace Road, California

Price: $795,000

Bedrooms: Four

Bathrooms: Three (plus one half bath) 

Square footage: 3,270

School district: Campbell County 

County: Campbell 

Special features: Set on over two acres, this property features a covered front porch, an inground pool with adjacent “she shed” and a detached garage with space for over four vehicles, RV or boat storage. The interior includes a two-story great room with a gas fireplace and a loft. The finished basement offers a theater room, sauna/exercise space, laundry area, walkout access and storage. 

Charming lakefront Cape Cod on 2 acres

Address: 4026 N. Lake Drive, Morning View

Price: $315,000

Bedrooms: Three

Bathrooms: One 

Square footage: 1,662

School district: Kenton County 

County: Kenton

Special features: Enjoy peace and privacy in this home with lake views. Set on two acres, this cozy cottage features a first-floor bedroom and bath, space for a home office, a sunroom and two additional upstairs bedrooms. The property also features a two-car detached garage and a versatile party barn – perfect for hobbies or entertaining.

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