Endless potential in this charming one-level ranch! This well maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bath home sits on a spacious 1/2 acre lot, offering plenty of room to make it your own. Inside, you'll find a large den. living room, and dining room, providing ample space for gatherings. Enjoy the outdoors from the screened-in porch or relax on the deck. The 2 car garage adds convenience, while the generous yard offers endless possibilities! Don't miss this opportunity to own a home with great bones and incredibly potential! Priced at recent appraisal.
Sold for $510,000
$510,000
242 Idle Hour Dr, Lexington, KY 40502
4beds
2,230sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
0.5 Acres Lot
$530,100 Zestimate®
$229/sqft
$2,484 Estimated rent
Home value
$530,100
$498,000 - $567,000
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Large denScreened-in porchDining roomGenerous yard
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Listed by:
Julie M Thornhill 859-806-5430,
Turf Town Properties
Bought with:
Brandon L Hedinger, 218087
Keller Williams Bluegrass Realty
Source: Imagine MLS,MLS#: 25006636
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Description: Full Bath
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Description: Full Bath
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Utility room
- Level: First
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Master Downstairs, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space,Sump Pump
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Blower Fan, Family Room, Gas Starter, Insert, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,230
- Total interior livable area: 2,230 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,230
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Driveway, Garage Faces Front
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 15089500
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Rubber,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Tennis Court(s)
- Subdivision: Idle Hour
Location
- Region: Lexington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $229/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $321,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,981
- Date on market: 4/4/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2025 | Sold | $510,000$229/sqft |
Source:  Imagine MLS #25006636 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2025 | Pending sale | $510,000$229/sqft |
Source: Imagine MLS #25006636 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2025 | Contingent | $510,000$229/sqft |
Source: Imagine MLS #25006636 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $510,000+102.4%$229/sqft |
Source: Imagine MLS #25006636 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2020 | Sold | $252,000$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2015 | Sold | $252,000-4.2%$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2015 | Listed for sale | $263,000+75.9%$118/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/1998 | Sold | $149,500$67/sqft |
Source:  Imagine MLS #9801811 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,981 | $321,900 |
| 2023 | $3,981 -3.2% | $321,900 |
| 2022 | $4,112 +27.7% | $321,900 +27.7% |
| 2021 | $3,219 | $252,000 |
| 2020 | $3,219 | $252,000 |
| 2019 | $3,219 | $252,000 |
| 2018 | $3,219 +4.9% | $252,000 |
| 2017 | $3,068 +27.6% | $252,000 +0.8% |
| 2015 | $2,404 | $250,100 |
| 2014 | $2,404 | $250,100 +16.4% |
| 2012 | $2,404 | $214,790 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $214,800 |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: Idle Hour
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Madeline M Breckinridge Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 4/10Crawford Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 7/10Henry Clay High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Breckinridge
- Middle: Crawford
- High: Henry Clay
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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