242 Idle Hour Dr Lexington, KY 40502
Idle Hour Neighborhood
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,230
Sq Ft
0.5
Acres
Highlights
- 0.5 Acre Lot
- Deck
- Ranch Style House
- Henry Clay High School Rated A-
- Wooded Lot
- 2-minute walk to Idle Hour Country Club
About This Home
As of May 2025Endless potential in this charming one-level ranch! This well maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bath home sits on a spacious 1/2 acre lot, offering plenty of room to make it your own. Inside, you'll find a large den. living room, and dining room, providing ample space for gatherings. Enjoy the outdoors from the screened-in porch or relax on the deck. The 2 car garage adds convenience, while the generous yard offers endless possibilities! Don't miss this opportunity to own a home with great bones and incredibly potential! Priced at recent appraisal.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Turf Town Properties License #215315 Listed on: 04/04/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,981
Year Built
- Built in 1956
Lot Details
- 0.5 Acre Lot
- Wood Fence
- Wire Fence
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Veneer
- Shingle Roof
- Rubber Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,230 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
- Fireplace Features Blower Fan
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Insulated Windows
- Insulated Doors
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Utility Room
- Neighborhood Views
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Attic Fan
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Basement
- Sump Pump
- Crawl Space
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Storage Shed
- Porch
Schools
- Breckinridge Elementary School
- Crawford Middle School
- Not Applicable Middle School
- Henry Clay High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Connected
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 15089500
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Idle Hour Subdivision
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 4, 2025
Closed on
May 7, 2025
Sold by
Billie Engle Revocable Trust and Melville Marsha
Bought by
Gribbins Jeremy
Seller's Agent
Julie M Thornhill
Turf Town Properties
Buyer's Agent
Brandon Hedinger
Keller Williams Bluegrass Realty
List Price
$510,000
Sold Price
$510,000
Views
30
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-9.28%
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Outstanding Balance
$350,000
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$149,189
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 15, 2020
Sold by
Melville Marsha E and Engle Billie M
Bought by
Melville Marsha and Billie Engle Revocable Tr
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 3, 2015
Sold by
Welch Stephen Jerome Est
Bought by
Melville Marsha E and Engle Billie M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 17, 2009
Sold by
Welch Celeste Nadine
Bought by
Welch Stephen Jerome
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$10,800
Interest Rate
5.19%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $510,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $510,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $252,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $252,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $350,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $350,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $10,800 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $188,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | Sold | $510,000 | 0.0% | $229 / Sq Ft |
| 04/08/2025 04/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/04/2025 04/04/25 | For Sale | $510,000 | -- | $229 / 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 | $3,981 | $321,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $3,981 | $321,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $4,112 | $321,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,219 | $252,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,219 | $252,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,219 | $252,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,219 | $252,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,068 | $252,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,404 | $250,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $2,404 | $250,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2012 | $2,404 | $214,790 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Julie M Thornhill
Seller's Agent in 2025
Julie M Thornhill
Turf Town Properties
(859) 806-5430
1 in this area
82 Total Sales
-
Brandon Hedinger
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Brandon Hedinger
Keller Williams Bluegrass Realty
(859) 509-8315
1 in this area
121 Total Sales
Map
Source: ImagineMLS (Bluegrass REALTORS®)
MLS Number: 25006636
APN: 15089500
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