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Sold for $724,000
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    1556 Wellesley Dr, Lexington, KY 40513

    4beds
    3,657sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1978
    0.99 Acres Lot
    $726,500 Zestimate®
    $198/sqft
    $5,227 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $726,500

    $683,000 - $770,000

    $5,227/mo

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    What's special

    Large recreation roomInviting inground poolNearly one-acre fenced lotBreakfast barAbundant unfinished storageBeautifully renovated kitchenStainless steel appliances
    Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated brick ranch with a finished walkout basement, situated on a nearly one-acre fenced lot in the highly desirable Wellesley Heights neighborhood. Exceptional outdoor living includes a spacious deck with pergola, patio, and an inviting inground pool—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. This 4-bedroom home offers 2 full and 2 half baths and features a welcoming entry foyer, formal living and dining rooms, and a beautifully renovated kitchen with a large island, breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and an open layout to the family room. The spacious primary suite overlooks the backyard and pool and includes an en-suite bath with double-bowl vanity, soaking tub, and tiled walk-in shower. Three additional bedrooms share a full bath, and the main level also includes a utility room and additional convenient half bath. The finished walkout lower level is filled with natural light and offers a large recreation room, bonus room, office, half bath, and abundant unfinished storage. Walk directly from the lower level to the patio and pool area for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Numerous updates and improvements have been completed throughout the home—request the complete list for full details. Opportunities to own a home in Wellesley Heights are rare.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Kitty G Lane 859-489-4356,

    Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty,

    K Meredith Lane 859-539-9169,

    Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty

    Bought with:

    William E Maggard, 207395

    Cold Harbor Realty

    Source: Imagine MLS,MLS#: 26017508MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Description: Overlooks the pool
    • Level: First
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: First
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: First
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: First
    Primary bathroom
    • Description: Updated Bathroom with double bowl vanity
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 1
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 2
    • Description: with double bowl vanity
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 4
    • Level: Lower
    Den
    • Level: Lower
    Dining room
    • Description: with Hardwood Flooring
    • Level: First
    Family room
    • Description: Open to the Kitchen
    • Level: First
    Foyer
    • Description: with tile flooring
    • Level: First
    Kitchen
    • Description: Remodeled Kitchen with Stainless appliances & Large Island
    • Level: First
    Living room
    • Description: with Hardwood Flooring & Fireplace w/ gas logs
    • Level: First
    Office
    • Level: Lower
    Recreation room
    • Level: Lower
    Utility room
    • Level: First
    Heating
    • Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned, Dual Fuel
    Cooling
    • Attic Fan, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
    Appliances
    • Included: Disposal, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Self Cleaning Oven
    • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level, Washer Hookup
    Features
    • Breakfast Bar, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
    • Doors: Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Insulated Windows, Blinds, Screens
    • Basement: Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Masonry
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,657
    • Total interior livable area: 3,657 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,380
    • Finished area below ground: 1,277

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Garage Faces Front
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Exterior features: Fire Pit
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: In Ground
    • Fencing: Wood
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Trees/Woods, Neighborhood
    Lot
    • Size: 0.99 Acres
    • Features: Wooded, Many Trees
    Details
    • Additional structures: Other
    • Parcel number: 25921712

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick Veneer, Other
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Dimensional Style,Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1978

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Water Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Park
    • Subdivision: Wellesley Heights
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: None
    • Services included: Maintenance Grounds
    • HOA fee: $100 annually
    Location
    • Region: Lexington

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $198/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $437,300
    • Annual tax amount: $4,673
    • Date on market: 7/15/2026

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/17/2026Sold$724,000$198/sqft
    Source: Imagine MLS #26017508 Report a problem
    7/17/2026Pending sale$724,000$198/sqft
    Source: Imagine MLS #26017508 Report a problem
    7/16/2026Contingent$724,000$198/sqft
    Source: Imagine MLS #26017508 Report a problem
    7/15/2026Listed for sale$724,000$198/sqft
    Source: Imagine MLS #26017508 Report a problem
    7/12/2026Contingent$724,000$198/sqft
    Source: Imagine MLS #26017508 Report a problem
    7/10/2026Listed for sale$724,000+128%$198/sqft
    Source: Imagine MLS #26017508 Report a problem
    9/3/2009Sold$317,500-5.2%$87/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/2/2009Listed for sale$335,000+3.9%$92/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Bluegrass Real #913200 Report a problem
    5/18/2007Sold$322,500$88/sqft
    Source: Imagine MLS #632792 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,673 $437,300
    2024$4,673 $437,300
    2023$4,673 +24.5%$437,300 +28.6%
    2022$3,754 $340,000
    2021$3,754 $340,000
    2020$3,754 +13.3%$340,000 +13.3%
    2019$3,312 -11.8%$300,000 -11.8%
    2018$3,754 +13.2%$340,000 +7.1%
    2017$3,315 +10.4%$317,500
    2015$3,002 $317,500
    2014$3,002 $317,500
    2012$3,002 $317,500
    2011-- --
    2010-- --
    2009-- --
    2008-- $322,500
    2006-- --
    2005-- --
    2004-- --
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    Neighborhood: 40513

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Rosa Parks
    • Middle: Beaumont
    • High: Dunbar

    Source: Imagine MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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