188 Idle Hour Dr Lexington, KY 40502
Idle Hour Neighborhood
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,765
Sq Ft
0.5
Acres
Highlights
- 0.5 Acre Lot
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Attic
- Henry Clay High School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- 1-minute walk to Idle Hour Country Club
About This Home
As of July 2025A unique find in Lexington's distinguished neighborhood of Idle Hour, this iconic mid-century 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath, 3 fireplace home offers over 2700 finished square feet and another 1400 unfinished that's waiting for your creativity. A perfect project for investors or design-savvy buyers looking to create their personalized masterpiece. The home offers original hardwood floors, vintage bathroom tile, and a stone exterior. It's a mid-century treasure with great bones that needs your personal touch to truly shine. Whether you're looking to restore vintage charm or re-imagine with a modern twist, the possibilities are endless on this spacious half acre lot. The home is being offered ''AS-IS'' with inspections welcome.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,268
Year Built
- Built in 1958
Lot Details
- 0.5 Acre Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Ranch Style House
- Brick or Stone Mason
- Block Foundation
- Dimensional Roof
- Stone
Interior Spaces
- Ceiling Fan
- Fireplace Features Masonry
- Blinds
- Window Screens
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Utility Room
- Neighborhood Views
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Walk-Up Access
- Sump Pump
- Fireplace in Basement
- Stubbed For A Bathroom
- Crawl Space
Home Security
- Storm Windows
- Storm Doors
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Storage Shed
- Porch
Schools
- Breckinridge Elementary School
- Morton Middle School
- Not Applicable Middle School
- Henry Clay High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 15809100
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Idle Hour Subdivision
Recreation
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 24, 2025
Closed on
Jul 2, 2025
Sold by
Tevis Mary S and Tevis Steve G
Bought by
Bluegrass Legacy Ventures Llc
Seller's Agent
Stephanie Adams
The Brokerage
Buyer's Agent
Patrick Doyle
National Real Estate
List Price
$440,000
Sold Price
$455,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
3.41%
Views
21
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.32%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 2013
Sold by
Neal W Tevis Tr
Bought by
Tevis Mary S
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $455,000 | True Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $455,000 | True Title | |
| Deed | $117,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $75,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/02/2025 07/02/25 | Sold | $455,000 | +3.4% | $165 / Sq Ft |
| 06/26/2025 06/26/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/24/2025 06/24/25 | For Sale | $440,000 | -- | $159 / Sq Ft |
Source: ImagineMLS (Bluegrass REALTORS®)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,268 | $310,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $3,268 | $310,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $3,452 | $310,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,315 | $300,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,330 | $300,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,330 | $300,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,352 | $300,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,194 | $300,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,249 | $300,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $2,249 | $264,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2012 | $2,249 | $235,000 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Stephanie Adams
The Brokerage
(859) 608-2631
2 in this area
51 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Patrick Doyle
National Real Estate
(502) 418-9405
1 in this area
76 Total Sales
Map
Source: ImagineMLS (Bluegrass REALTORS®)
MLS Number: 25013413
APN: 15809100
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