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    Closed Jun 16, 2022
    700 West Short Street, Lexington, KY 40508
    $400,000
    4beds
    2.5bath
    2,464sqft
    0.11acres
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    700 West Short Street, Lexington, KY 40508

    Listing by: Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty
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    700 West Short Street, Lexington, KY 40508
    Closed Jun 16, 2022
    $400,000
    4beds
    2full,1half bath
    2,464sqft
    0.11acres

    700 West Short Street, Lexington, KY 40508

    House for Sale by Kitty G LaneBluegrass Sotheby's International Realty.

    Data checked 47 mins ago. Listing last updated 233 days ago.
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    So much value in this fabulous brick home in the heart of downtown Lexington, built in 1849 and on the Bluegrass Trust. The main two levels are currently set up as a single family home, with updated efficiency apartment in the lower level. On the first level there are 10 ft. ceilings, a family room with built-ins and fireplace, dining room with fireplace, modern kitchen with stainless appliances and half bath. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms, full bathroom and large laundry room. Hardwood flooring throughout the top two levels. The updated lower level features two large rooms with fireplaces, wet bar and full bathroom with walk-in tile shower. Enjoy the secluded, fenced yard and off street parking. Walk to Rupp Arena, dining, shopping and entertainment on Jefferson Street and downtown. Needs just a bit of TLC to make it your own.

    Details
      Property type
    Residential
      Year built
    1870
      Heating
    Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
      Cooling
    Electric, Zoned
      Garage
    No
      Parking spots
    -
    22011634
    MLS ID
    Closed
    Status
    Jun 16, 2022
    Closed
      Laundry features
    Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
      Flooring
    Hardwood, Laminate
      Fireplace
    Yes
      Architectural Style
      View
    Other
    Interior features
    Entrance Foyer, Dining Area, Ceiling Fan(s)
    Exterior features
    Porch, Deck
    Lot features
    Design Review District, Inside New Circle Road
    Appliances included
    Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Electric Water Heater
    Construction materials
    Other, Brick Veneer
    Monthly taxes
    -
    Yearly taxes
    -
    Community Features
    Park
    School district
    Fayette County - 1
    Schools
    Harrison, Lexington Trad, Lafayette
    Senior community
    No
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    In-Person
    No upcoming in-person open houses
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    No upcoming virtual open houses
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    Listing By:
    Kitty G Lane
    Kitty G Lane
    Kitty G Lane
    K Meredith Lane
    Kitty G Lane
    Kitty G Lane
     
     
    Kitty G Lane
    K Meredith Lane
     
     
    Schools
    Elementary Schools
    Harrison Elementary School
    161 Bruce St, Lexington, KY 40507
    School Rating
    D+
    Grades
    PK-5
    Students
    216
    Teachers
    23.8
    Student to Teacher Ratio
    9:1
    Advanced Placement
    No
    Magnet School
    No
    Charter School
    No
    Middle Schools
    Lexington Traditional Magnet School
    350 N Limestone, Lexington, KY 40508
    School Rating
    D-
    Grades
    6-8
    Students
    339
    Teachers
    34.5
    Student to Teacher Ratio
    10:1
    Advanced Placement
    No
    Magnet School
    Yes
    Charter School
    No
    High Schools
    Lafayette High School
    401 Reed Ln, Lexington, KY 40503
    School Rating
    A
    Grades
    9-12
    Students
    2,363
    Teachers
    122.7
    Student to Teacher Ratio
    19:1
    Advanced Placement
    No
    Magnet School
    No
    Charter School
    No
    Schools data where available is provided by Cherre Inc. It is drawn from publicly available data that is deemed to be accurate but not guaranteed. Buyer is responsible to verify all data presented.
    Demographics for 40508
    Population
    25,694
    Median age
    23.9
    Avg. household size
    2.1
    Avg. household income
    $63,929
    Households with children
    46.7%
    Households without children
    53.3%
    Employment
    Unemployment Rate
    7.8%
    Blue Collar
    34.0%
    White Collar
    58.2%
    Education
    Less than 9th grade
    5.1%
    Some high school
    8.7%
    High school graduate
    23.3%
    Some college
    16.8%
    Associate's degree
    8.1%
    Bachelor's degree
    20.3%
    Graduate degree
    17.5%
    Schools and Demographic data where available is provided by Cherre Inc. It is drawn from publicly available data that is deemed to be accurate but not guaranteed. Buyer is responsible to verify all data presented.
    Location
    The home is at the corner of W Short and Old Georgetown. You can park in front of the home or on Old Georgetown in the gravel driveway.
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    700 West Short Street, Lexington, KY 40508, is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2464 sqft. Single Family Residence built in 1870. This property is currently available for sale and was listed on Imagine Your Home on 6-3-2022. The MLS# for this Single Family Residence is MLS# 22011634.
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