NOT LISTED FOR SALE

640 W Short St Lexington, KY 40508

Historic Western Suburb Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $400,000 - $772,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,626 Sq Ft
$236/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 24, 2021

Last sale price $440,000 $168 Per Sq Ft

Est. 41% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,760/month

69 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Windows
  • Lafayette High School Rated A
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Park

About This Home

As of May 2021

If you're looking for your dream home in the heart of downtown Lexington, look no further. Located in the Western Suburb Historic District, this 21/2 story, 3 bed 2 full bathroom features original wood floors, tall windows and ceilings, interior brick, and gas fireplaces. Robert King and Macey Thwaits built this 3-bay Greek revival townhouse in 1838, it was completely restored in 1985. At that time a new kitchen wing was added featuring beautiful mosaic-style tile floors, vaulted ceilings, and lots of natural light! The updated master bath features heated tile floors. Sliding glass doors access a side porch perfect for grilling and accessing the courtyard-like garden. This beautiful space, made private by brick walls features newly installed hardscape and landscaping (seller put about 25K into backyard in 2019), a firepit, and rear alley access. Schedule your private showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Raya Rivera

Keller Williams Commonwealth License #267280 Listed on: 02/01/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Joy Berry

Commonwealth Real Estate Professionals License #261005

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,441

Year Built

  • Built in 1838

Lot Details

  • 3,920 Sq Ft Lot
  • Privacy Fence
  • Wood Fence
  • Wire Fence
  • Irrigation Equipment

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Asbestos
  • Masonite
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • Ceiling Fan
  • Ventless Fireplace
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Insulated Windows
  • Insulated Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Walk-Up Access

Home Security

Schools

  • Harrison Elementary School
  • Lexington Trad Middle School
  • Lafayette High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heat Pump System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 11943900

Community Details

Recreation

  • Park

Additional Features

  • Downtown Subdivision
  • Storm Windows

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,441

Year Built

Built in 1838

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub-Type: Townhouse
  • Year Built: 1838
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • New Construction: No
  • Flooring:Carpet: Yes
  • Flooring:Hardwood: Yes
  • Flooring:Tile2: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Water Source:Public: Yes
  • Laundry Features:Washer Hookup: Yes
  • Laundry Features:Electric Dryer Hookup: Yes
  • Other Equipment:Irrigation Equipment: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Fencing:Privacy: Yes
  • Fencing:Wood2: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Cooling:Zoned: Yes
  • Laundry Features:Gas Dryer Hookup: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Partial, Walk-Up Access
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room, Masonry, Primary Bedroom, Ventless
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Lot Size Area: 0.09
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Interior Features:Entrance Foyer: Yes
  • Basement:Partial: Yes
  • Basement:Walk-Up Access: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Primary Bedroom: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Other, Asbestos, Masonite, Solid Masonry
  • Fencing: Privacy, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Stone, Other
  • List Price: 475000.0
  • Lot Features: Many Trees
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Waterfront: No
  • Window Features:Insulated Windows: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Masonite: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Solid Masonry: Yes
  • Window Features:Storm Window(s): Yes
  • Construction Materials:Asbestos: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Zoned, Other
  • Cooling: Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned, Other
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Security Features: Security System Owned
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Heating:Heat Pump2: Yes
  • Heating:Zoned2: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Park

Schools

  • Elementary School: Harrison
  • High School: Lafayette
  • Middle or Junior School: Lexington Trad

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3920.4
  • Parcel Number: 11943900

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2021
Sold by
Powell Charles Edward
Bought by
Charles Edward Powell Jr Liv Tr
Current Estimated Value
$620,653

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 1, 2021
Closed on
May 27, 2021
Sold by
Bachelder Kurt D
Bought by
Powell Charles Edward
Seller's Agent
Raya Rivera
Keller Williams Commonwealth
Buyer's Agent
Joy Berry
Commonwealth Real Estate Professionals
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$440,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-7.37%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.29%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2014
Closed on
May 29, 2014
Sold by
Cox Hall Joseph K and Cox Hall Amy
Bought by
Bachelder Kurt D
Seller's Agent
Ann-Phillips Mayfield
Commonwealth Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
C Andrew Gnas
Keller Williams Bluegrass Realty
List Price
$332,500
Sold Price
$332,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.08%
Original Mortgage
$315,875
Interest Rate
4.32%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Charles Edward Powell Jr Liv Tr $440,000 --
Powell Charles Edward $440,000 --
Bachelder Kurt D $332,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Bachelder Kurt D $315,875
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/24/2021 05/24/21 Sold $440,000 -7.4% $168 / Sq Ft
04/11/2021 04/11/21 Pending -- -- --
04/02/2021 04/02/21 For Sale $475,000 +8.0% $181 / Sq Ft
04/01/2021 04/01/21 Off Market $440,000 -- --
03/12/2021 03/12/21 Price Changed $475,000 -2.1% $181 / Sq Ft
02/01/2021 02/01/21 Price Changed $485,000 -99.9% $185 / Sq Ft
02/01/2021 02/01/21 For Sale $485,000,000 +145764.7% $184,692 / Sq Ft
05/27/2014 05/27/14 Sold $332,500 0.0% $127 / Sq Ft
04/28/2014 04/28/14 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2014 04/18/14 For Sale $332,500 -- $127 / Sq Ft
Source: ImagineMLS (Bluegrass REALTORS®)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $5,441 $440,000 $0 $0
2023 $5,441 $440,000 $0 $0
2022 $5,621 $440,000 $0 $0
2021 $4,247 $332,500 $0 $0
2020 $4,247 $332,500 $0 $0
2019 $4,247 $332,500 $0 $0
2018 $4,247 $332,500 $0 $0
2017 $4,048 $332,500 $0 $0
2015 $3,078 $332,500 $0 $0
2014 $3,078 $282,800 $0 $0
2012 $3,078 $275,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • R

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Raya Rivera

    Keller Williams Commonwealth

  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Joy Berry

    Commonwealth Real Estate Professionals

  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Ann-Phillips Mayfield

    Commonwealth Realty Group

  • C Andrew Gnas

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    C Andrew Gnas

    Keller Williams Bluegrass Realty

    (859) 948-1982

    56 Total Sales

    C Andrew Gnas
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Map

Source: ImagineMLS (Bluegrass REALTORS®)

MLS Number: 20101819

ImagineMLS (Bluegrass REALTORS®)

APN: 11943900

Kentucky Fayette County Lexington 40508 Historic Western Suburb

640 W Short St, Lexington, KY

This home is located at 640 W Short St, Lexington, KY 40508 since 01 February 2021 and is currently estimated at $620,653, approximately $236 per square foot. This property was built in 1838. 640 W Short St is a home located in Fayette County with nearby schools including Harrison Elementary School, Lexington Traditional Magnet School, and Lafayette High School.

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