579 W Short Street, Lexington, KY 40507
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Fern Leaf Group
579 W Short Street,Lexington, KY 40507
$800,000
- 3 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 3,897 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: brittany taylor
Office: re/max elite realty
MLS#:26013475
Source:KY_LBAR
Price summary
- Price:$800,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$205.29
About this home
Rare opportunity to own a piece of downtown Lexington history at 579 W Short Street. Ideally located in the heart of the city, this unique property places you within walking distance of Lexington's finest restaurants, shopping, entertainment, parks, and local attractions, offering the true downtown living experience. This three-story historic home is ready for its next chapter. The property has been extensively prepared for renovation, with much of the heavy lifting already completed, including updated electrical and plumbing systems, as well as excavation of the basement to create taller ceilings and expanded usable space. With the home gutted and ready for finishing, buyers have the unique opportunity to design and customize the interior to their own vision while preserving the character and charm of a historic downtown residence. Adding to the property's appeal is a detached two-car garage with a one-bedroom apartment above, offering excellent potential for rental income, guest quarters, a home office, or mother-in-law suite. With valuable yard space, off-street parking, income-producing possibilities, and an unbeatable downtown location, this is a rare chance to create a one-of-a-kind residence or investment property in one of Lexington's most sought-after areas. Bring your vision and transform this historic gem into something truly extraordinary....
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Home facts
- Year built:1850
- Subdivision & Development:Downtown
- Listing ID #:26013475
- Added:88 day(s) ago
- Updated:September 08, 2026 at 02:58 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:5
- Full bathrooms:3
- Half bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:2
- Flooring:Wood
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Partial, Partially Finished
- Living area:3,897 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Electric
- Heating:Electric
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1850
- Building area:3,897 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.15 Acres
- Construction Materials:Solid Masonry, Stone
Schools
- High school:Lafayette
- Middle school:Lexington Trad
- Elementary school:Harrison
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$800,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$205.29
Parking
- Parking description:Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Off Street
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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