Seller's Agent in 2025
Erica Sardar
The Brokerage
(859) 552-7146
1 in this area
91 Total Sales
705 Melrose Ave Lexington, KY 40502
Hollywood Neighborhood
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,238
Sq Ft
6,151
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Deck
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Cassidy Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Skylights
About This Home
As of June 2025Welcome 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!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1929
Lot Details
- 6,151 Sq Ft Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Wood Fence
- Wire Fence
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Brick Veneer
- Block Foundation
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,238 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Insulated Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Walk-In Attic
- Storm Doors
- Property Views
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Oven
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Slate Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Shed
Schools
- Cassidy Elementary School
- Morton Middle School
- Henry Clay High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heat Pump System
- Natural Gas Connected
Community Details
- Hollywood Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 11873900
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 10, 2025
Closed on
Jun 25, 2025
Sold by
Turkington Alice and Doolen Andrew
Bought by
Scoggins Scott and Scoggins Heather
Seller's Agent
Erica Sardar
The Brokerage
Buyer's Agent
Kate-Bradley Harris
Lifstyl Real Estate
List Price
$629,900
Sold Price
$569,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$60,900
-9.67%
Views
2220
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,360
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.45%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $569,000 | Land Group Title | |
| Deed | $569,000 | Land Group Title |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/27/2025 06/27/25 | Sold | $569,000 | -5.2% | $254 / Sq Ft |
| 06/22/2025 06/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/29/2025 05/29/25 | Price Changed | $599,900 | -3.2% | $268 / Sq Ft |
| 05/09/2025 05/09/25 | Price Changed | $619,900 | -1.6% | $277 / Sq Ft |
| 04/10/2025 04/10/25 | For Sale | $629,900 | -- | $281 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,119 | $333,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $4,119 | $333,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $4,119 | $333,100 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $3,807 | $298,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,807 | $298,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,807 | $298,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,807 | $298,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,315 | $259,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,159 | $259,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,496 | $259,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $2,496 | $223,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2012 | $2,496 | $223,000 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Erica Sardar
-
Kate-Bradley Harris
K
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Kate-Bradley Harris
Lifstyl Real Estate
(859) 278-7501
1 in this area
1 Total Sale
-
Andrea Coughtry
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Andrea Coughtry
Lifstyl Real Estate
(606) 369-3846
1 in this area
158 Total Sales
Map
Source: ImagineMLS (Bluegrass REALTORS®)
MLS Number: 25006782
APN: 11873900
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