Welcome to this charming 4-bedroom home in the highly sought-after Meadowthorpe neighborhood, where tree-lined streets, a neighborhood park, elementary school, and convenient shopping and entertainment are just steps away. Inside, beautiful hardwood floors and classic character welcome you into a home filled with possibilities. The main level offers two bedrooms, while two additional bedrooms upstairs (5-foot knee walls), add character and versatility to the space. Natural light pours in through the vinyl insulated windows throughout. Enjoy the outdoors from the covered front porch, a welcoming spot to relax and take in the neighborhood, or step out to the covered back porch overlooking the large, level yard which is perfect for outdoor entertaining, gardening, play, or simply enjoying your own private space. One of the home's standout features is the spacious, wide-open basement. With an impressive 91-inch ceiling height, poured concrete walls and a second fireplace, this space offers exceptional potential for additional living space, a bedroom, bathroom, recreation room, or whatever best suits your needs. A 2-car detached garage provides convenient parking along with plenty of room for storage, hobbies, or additional workspace. Located in one of Lexington's most desirable established neighborhoods, this home offers the rare combination of a wonderful location, generous living space, outdoor amenities, and tremendous potential. Whether you're looking for a home to enjoy today or one you can thoughtfully personalize over time, this Meadowthorpe property is ready for its next chapter. Home is being sold AS-IS. Home inspections are welcome.
Pending
$370,000
243 Burke Rd, Lexington, KY 40511
4beds
1,543sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
9,016 Square Feet Lot
$367,300 Zestimate®
$240/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Generous living spaceOutdoor amenitiesClassic characterCovered back porchLarge level yardSpacious wide-open basementTree-lined streets
- 31 days
- 384
- 17
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jennifer Finley 859-494-5624,
Tru Life Real Estate
Source: Imagine MLS,MLS#: 26027786
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Dual Fuel
Cooling
- Electric, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Refrigerator, Range
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Concrete,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Walk-Up Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,543
- Total interior livable area: 1,543 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,543
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial,Privacy,Wood
Lot
- Size: 9,016 Square Feet
- Features: Few Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 43106550
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Dimensional Style
Condition
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Pickleball
- Subdivision: Meadowthorpe
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lexington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $240/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $251,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,479
- Date on market: 10/7/2026
Estimated market value
$367,300
$349,000 - $386,000
$1,732/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/6/2026 | Pending sale | $370,000$240/sqft |
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| 10/14/2026 | Contingent | $370,000$240/sqft |
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| 10/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $370,000+190.2%$240/sqft |
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| 11/9/2010 | Sold | $127,500$83/sqft |
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| 1/17/2002 | Sold | $127,500$83/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,479 -1.3% | $251,000 |
| 2024 | $2,512 | $251,000 |
| 2023 | $2,512 +57.6% | $251,000 +51% |
| 2022 | $1,594 | $166,200 |
| 2021 | $1,594 -0.9% | $166,200 |
| 2020 | $1,609 | $166,200 |
| 2019 | $1,609 +12.9% | $166,200 +10.8% |
| 2018 | $1,425 +5% | $150,000 |
| 2017 | $1,357 +5.5% | $150,000 |
| 2015 | $1,287 | $150,000 +31.6% |
| 2014 | $1,287 | $114,000 -24% |
| 2012 | $1,287 | $150,000 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $118,600 |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: Meadowthorpe
Nearby schools
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.





