Welcome to 260 Bates Road in Elizabethtown — a rare opportunity to own 5.03 acres in the desirable Forest Springs subdivision less than 1 mile from Ring Road. This sprawling brick ranch offers approximately 2,867 square feet above grade plus a full basement, providing over 4,000 square feet of total living space. The main level features a welcoming foyer, kitchen with island, custom cabinetry, and breakfast nook, open floorplan that incorporates kitchen, dining, and comfortable living room together, sunroom overlooking the backyard, laundry room, ½ bath, private primary suite with its own bath, and 2 more spacious bedrooms and full bathroom. Finishes include hardwood & ceramic flooring, custom shelving, granite, solid wood trim, and much more. The full basement expands your living options with a family room, additional bedroom and full bath, plus unfinished space with direct access to the attached garage — ideal for storage, hobbies, or future expansion. Outdoors, enjoy the patio and firepit area nestled in the serene backyard with woods to one side, offering privacy and room to roam that’s hard to find this close to town. A detached garage provides additional space for vehicles, equipment, or workshop needs. Located just minutes from I-65, this property offers quick access for commuters to Louisville or Bowling Green while remaining close to Baptist Health Hardin, shopping, restaurants, and everyday conveniences in Elizabethtown. If you’ve been looking for acreage, space, and location all in one package — this is it.
For sale
$799,900
260 Bates Rd, Elizabethtown, KY 42701
4beds
4,013sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1984
5.03 Acres Lot
$760,400 Zestimate®
$199/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Solid wood trimSprawling brick ranchHardwood and ceramic flooringKitchen with islandLaundry roomCustom shelvingWelcoming foyer
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 23, 2026 at 11:40am
Listed by:
Philip Tabb 270-735-3104,
GOLD STAR REALTY
Source: HKMLS,MLS#: HK2600598
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Partial bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: None
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Basement
- Area: 2867
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Kitchen/Dining Combo
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished-Full
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Propane, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,013
- Total interior livable area: 4,013 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Detached
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Aggregate Walks
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 5.03 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Subdivided
Details
- Parcel number: 2180001009
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: County
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Forest Springs
Location
- Region: Elizabethtown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $199/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $413,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,547
- Price range: $799.9K - $799.9K
- Date on market: 2/17/2026
Estimated market value
$760,400
$722,000 - $798,000
$2,612/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,900$199/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,547 | $413,000 |
| 2022 | $3,547 | $413,000 |
| 2021 | $3,547 | $413,000 +27.7% |
| 2020 | -- | $323,500 +13.8% |
| 2019 | -- | $284,200 -0.6% |
| 2018 | -- | $285,900 |
| 2017 | -- | $285,900 +4.3% |
| 2016 | -- | $274,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $274,000 -11.9% |
| 2012 | $2,431 | $310,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $310,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $310,900 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,185/mo
Principal & interest
$3745
Property taxes
$440
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 42701
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Heartland Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Bluegrass Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 8/10John Hardin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi




