Sold for
$569,000
705 Melrose Avenue, Lexington, KY 40502
- 4
- beds
- 2.5
- baths
- 2,238
- sqft
- Single Family Residence
- Property type
- 1929
- Year built
- 0.14 acres
- Lot size
- $254
- Price / sq ft
Listing Description
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Primary First Floor
- Walk-In Closet(s)
Welcome to one of the cutest homes near campus, just a short walk to the University of Kentucky and William T. Young Library—a perfect spot for students, faculty, or anyone who loves walkable living in the heart of Lexington. This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers spacious living areas and a bright, oversized kitchen with tons of cabinetry—perfect for cooking, entertaining, or just spreading out. The layout is flexible and smart: three bedrooms on the main level, plus a private upstairs suite that includes one bedroom and an extra living space—perfect for a quiet study nook, media room, or even a fifth bedroom if needed. The backyard has been freshly seeded, offering a blank canvas to make your own outdoor retreat in time for spring. With easy access to campus, the library, coffee shops, restaurants, and more, this home checks all the boxes for comfort, convenience, and charm. Homes like this near UK don't last long—schedule your showing today!
Listed by The Brokerage · Greg@TheBrokerageKY.com
MLS #25006782 · Listing provided by
Shelby & Drake JohnsonFive Pillars Team · eXp Realty
Home Details
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- Built in 1929
- Lot size
- 0.14-acre lot
- Price / sq ft
- $254 / sq ft
Interior
- 4 bedrooms
- 2.5 bathrooms
- One and One Half
- Hardwood, Slate
Property
- Single Family Residence
- 2,238 sq ft
- 0.14-acre lot
Construction
- Built in 1929
- Shingle
- Heating: Heat Pump, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Electric
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Interior
- Interior features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Primary First Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances
- Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Oven
- Flooring
- Hardwood, Slate
- Basement
- Unfinished
- Levels
- One and One Half
Exterior & parking
- Roof
- Shingle
- Parking features
- Driveway, Off Street
- Architectural style
- Cape Cod
Utilities & comfort
- Heating
- Heat Pump, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Electric
Services Availability
- Internet
- Not reported
- Utilities
- Not reported
- Parking
- Driveway, Off Street
Property & Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 27, 2025 | Sold | $569,000 |
| Apr 10, 2025 | Listed for sale | $629,900 |
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Cassidy
Elementary School
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Morton
Middle School
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Henry Clay
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