Step into the heart of Old Town Louisville in this historic home on Main Street, with a Carriage house and 2-car detached garage. 1016 Main Street is a rare opportunity to own a nationally recognized historic home with future upside and meaningful preservation incentives.This charming residence offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in the main home, featuring high ceilings, abundant natural light, and original architectural details that reflect the home's early-20th-century origins. The inviting living spaces include a living room with bright, bay windows, a spacious eat-in kitchen with glassed-in porch, and a practical mudroom with main-level laundry. Upstairs, the private primary suite provides generous space, storage, and a full bath.Set on a deep lot with alley access, the property also includes a detached cottage with a 1/2 bath and kitchenette, along with a detached, 2-car garage. The rear cottage is currently in the process of being approved as a separate Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU), offering exciting potential for future flexibility.1016 Main Street is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and also carries a local Louisville Landmark designation. As a result, a future owner may be eligible for historic preservation grants, low-interest loan programs, and zoning incentives that allow for expanded additions to historic properties. A recent Historic Structural Assessment has already been completed, providing valuable documentation for future planning and preservation. Just steps from restaurants, shops, and community events, this is a truly special opportunity to preserve and steward a piece of Louisville's history while still being able to update or expand and make this wonderful house your own.