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Sold for $525,000
  • $525,000

    229 Hillsboro Ave, Lexington, KY 40511

    4beds
    3,000sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1950
    8,999 Square Feet Lot
    $536,200 Zestimate®
    $175/sqft
    $2,953 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $536,200

    $499,000 - $579,000

    $2,953/mo

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    What's special

    Brand-new modern kitchenNew floor tileNew appliancesSoft-close cabinetsQuartz countertopsUnder cabinet lightingFully fenced backyard
    Exquisite Renovation! Beautifully updated Cape Cod in the highly desirable Meadowthorpe neighborhood. This extensively renovated 4 bedroom, 4 bath home with a detached 2-car Garage and Fully Fenced Backyard blends classic charm with modern style. New Paint throughout, including walls, trim and ceilings. All wood floors have been beautifully refinished. All other flooring was replaced with carpet, tile and LVP. On the main level, you will find the completely reimagined First Floor Primary Suite featuring a stunning Primary Bathroom with New, custom Tiled Walk-in Shower with Glass Doors, New Double Vanity, New Floor Tile, New Toilet, and a Walk-in Closet. In the heart of the home you will find the magnificent, Brand-New Modern Kitchen with New Appliances, Quartz Countertops, Quartz Backsplash from Stones & Granite of Lexington, Soft-close Cabinets, Under Cabinet Lighting, Breakfast Island, New Chef's Sink, New Faucet, and Pantry. The convenient side door entrance comes through the kitchen. There is also a lovely All-Seasons room with all New Windows and a back door to a brick patio. Main level has half bath for guests. Refinished Wood Floors run throughout the main level. The second level sports two Huge Bedrooms and a Newly updated and expanded Full Bathroom. The basement is warm and inviting and so functional with a Family Room highlighted by a brick Fireplace, Bedroom with New Window (non-egress) and an oversized walk-in closet, Modern Full Bathroom with Walk-in Shower and Striking floor Tile, New Carpet, New bright and spacious Laundry Room with LVP flooring, PLUS an Office with two new windows (non-egress) and closet. There is also plenty additional Storage. All New Light and Plumbing Fixtures throughout. Roof approximately 3 years old (per previous owner) Located almost exactly in the center of the neighborhood. Convenient to New Circle, Kroger, Restaurants and Downtown. Owner/Agents.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Roger Browning 859-396-7295,

    Four Seasons Realty,

    Christal Browning 859-227-2183,

    Four Seasons Realty

    Bought with:

    Donald D Perry, 205257

    Coldwell Banker Preferred Realty

    Source: Imagine MLS,MLS#: 25506158MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: First
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 4
    • Description: Non conforming - small window
    • Level: Lower
    Bathroom 1
    • Description: Full Bath
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 2
    • Description: Half Bath
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 3
    • Description: Full Bath
    • Level: Second
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    Kitchen
    • Level: First
    Living room
    • Level: First
    Other
    • Description: Sunroom
    • Level: First
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range
    • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lower Level
    Features
    • Breakfast Bar, Master Downstairs, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    • Doors: Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Insulated Windows
    • Basement: Finished,Full,Sump Pump
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Basement, Gas Log, Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,000
    • Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,866
    • Finished area below ground: 1,134

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Detached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Fencing: Privacy,Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 8,999 Square Feet
    • Features: Landscaped, Few Trees
    Details
    • Additional structures: Shed(s)
    • Parcel number: 41288300

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cape Cod
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick Veneer, Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1950

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Meadowthorpe
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Lexington

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $175/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $278,400
    • Annual tax amount: $2,848
    • Date on market: 11/14/2025

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/12/2025Sold$525,000$175/sqft
    Source: Imagine MLS #25506158 Report a problem
    11/18/2025Contingent$525,000$175/sqft
    Source: Imagine MLS #25506158 Report a problem
    11/14/2025Listed for sale$525,000+63.4%$175/sqft
    Source: Imagine MLS #25506158 Report a problem
    4/18/2025Sold$321,200+29.8%$107/sqft
    Source: Imagine MLS #25005134 Report a problem
    1/27/2021Sold$247,500+5.3%$83/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/21/2020Pending sale$235,000$78/sqft
    Source: Imagine MLS #20024240 Report a problem
    11/23/2020Listed for sale$235,000$78/sqft
    Source: Noel Auctioneers and Real Esta #20024240 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$2,848 $278,400
    2023$2,848 -9.2%$278,400 +12.5%
    2022$3,138 +19.6%$247,500
    2021$2,624 +53.7%$247,500 +42.2%
    2020$1,708 $174,000
    2019$1,708 +8.4%$174,000 +7.5%
    2018$1,576 +5%$161,900
    2017$1,501 +21.9%$161,900 +11.7%
    2015$1,232 $145,000 +33%
    2014$1,232 $109,000 -24.8%
    2012$1,232 $145,000
    2011-- --
    2010-- --
    2009-- --
    2008-- $113,600
    2006-- --
    2005-- --
    2004-- --
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Meadowthorpe

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Meadowthorpe
    • Middle: Leestown
    • 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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