$279,900

**SELLER WOULD CONSIDER A $5000 CONCESSION OF BUYERS CHOICE WITH AN ACCEPTABLE OFFER: CLOSING COSTS OR RATE BUY DOWN. Ask listing agent about rate buy down details** First time on the market In over 70 years! This family home is ready for your personal touches. Nestled in the sought-after Bon Air neighborhood is this cozy cottage on Hawthorne Ave. This three bedroom home has great bones but could benefit from cosmetic updates. With the right improvements this home could easily have an ARV of $399,000-419,000! A screened in porch greets you as you pull up the driveway. On the main floor, you will find hardwood floors throughout. The family room has a decorative fireplace. The dining area is nestled between the kitchen and family room, currently set up as an office. The kitchen is equipped with granite countertops and appliances. The eat in area has access to the back yard. There are two bedrooms on the main floor. Additionally, there is a full hall bathroom. Heading upstairs, you will find a third bedroom with unlimited potential. With the possible addition of a bathroom, the new owner could create a spacious master retreat, equipped with a walk-in closet. A mini split system was just installed for added comfort. A new roof was just installed in 2026. In the lower level you will find the laundry area. There is ample storage space as well. All of the plumbing was updated over the past 5-6 years. The water heater was replaced this year as well. You won't find a better community with ease of access to restaurants and shopping. Situated near the Watterson Expressway, you can be anywhere in the city in 20 minutes. Schedule your showing today.