$800,000
579 W Short Street, Lexington, KY 40507
- 3
- beds
- 4
- baths
- 3,897
- sqft
- Single Family Residence
- Property type
- 1850
- Year built
- 0.15 acres
- Lot size
- $205
- Price / sq ft
- $0/mo
- HOA
Listing Description
- Entrance Foyer
- Walk-In Closet(s)
Rare opportunity to own a piece of downtown Lexington history at 579 W Short Street. Ideally located in the heart of the city, this unique property places you within walking distance of Lexington's finest restaurants, shopping, entertainment, parks, and local attractions, offering the true downtown living experience. This three-story historic home is ready for its next chapter. The property has been extensively prepared for renovation, with much of the heavy lifting already completed, including updated electrical and plumbing systems, as well as excavation of the basement to create taller ceilings and expanded usable space. With the home gutted and ready for finishing, buyers have the unique opportunity to design and customize the interior to their own vision while preserving the character and charm of a historic downtown residence. Adding to the property's appeal is a detached two-car garage with a one-bedroom apartment above, offering excellent potential for rental income, guest quarters, a home office, or mother-in-law suite. With valuable yard space, off-street parking, income-producing possibilities, and an unbeatable downtown location, this is a rare chance to create a one-of-a-kind residence or investment property in one of Lexington's most sought-after areas. Bring your vision and transform this historic gem into something truly extraordinary.
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Shelby & Drake JohnsonFive Pillars Team · eXp Realty
Home Details
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- Built in 1850
- Lot size
- 0.15-acre lot
- Garage spaces
- 2-car garage
- Price / sq ft
- $205 / sq ft
- HOA
- $0/mo HOA
Interior
- 3 bedrooms
- 4 bathrooms
- Three Or More
- Fireplaces: 1
- Other, Wood
Property
- Single Family Residence
- 3,897 sq ft
- 0.15-acre lot
- 2-car garage
- Other
Construction
- Built in 1850
- Rubber, Shingle
- Heating: Electric
- Cooling: Electric
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Interior
- Interior features
- Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring
- Other, Wood
- Basement
- Bath/Stubbed, Partial, Partially Finished, Sump Pump
- Levels
- Three Or More
Exterior & parking
- Roof
- Rubber, Shingle
- Lot features
- Other
- Parking features
- Detached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Other, Garage Faces Rear
Utilities & comfort
- Heating
- Electric
- Cooling
- Electric
Services Availability
- Internet
- Not reported
- Utilities
- Not reported
- Parking
- Detached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Other, Garage Faces Rear
Property & Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 2026 | Listed for sale | $800,000 |
| Apr 20, 2022 | Sold |
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Estimate Your Monthly PaymentMonthly payment
Estimated monthlyEst. payment
$5,097/mo
30-year fixed · 6.75% assumed rate
- Principal & interest
- $4,151
- Taxes
- $713
- Other costs
- $233
- $800,000
- Home price
- 20% · $160,000
- Down payment
- 6.75%
- Interest rate
- 30 years
- Loan term
Payment Breakdown
- Principal & interest
- $4,151
- Estimated property taxes
- $713
- Home insurance
- $233
- HOA
- $0
- Utilities
- Not included
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Payment Breakdown
- Principal & interest
- $4,151
- Estimated property taxes
- $713
- Home insurance
- $233
- HOA
- $0
- Utilities
- Not included
Illustrative estimate, not a loan offer. Taxes (1.07%/year) and insurance (0.35%/year) use assumptions; actual costs and available rates vary.
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Assigned Schools
Harrison
Elementary School
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Lexington Trad
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Lafayette
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