Nestled in the heart of Bell Court — one of Lexington's most beloved historic neighborhoods, listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1980 — this charming 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home puts you just steps from downtown's best restaurants and boutiques, while giving you a quiet, tree-lined retreat to come home to. Bell Court grew up around the historic 1846 Bell House and remains one of the city's most walkable, tight-knit historic enclaves, known for its Victorian and Queen Anne architecture and genuine neighborhood charm. Spanning roughly 2,030 square feet, this home is the full package: historic character paired with thoughtful, modern updates. A large, welcoming front porch with a classic gas light fixture sets the tone before you even step inside. Gleaming hardwood floors and a stunning historic staircase with marble inlay carry that character throughout, while the updated kitchen and bathrooms bring everyday comfort with heated floors in both. Two large and bright bedrooms with hardwood flooring give you space and options on the first and second floor. First floor bath has gorgeous clawfoot tub and upstair has a fully tiled walk in grotto-style shower that is enormous. Out back, a private backyard offers a peaceful outdoor escape that's rare this close to downtown, and the basement, with its own exterior access, is a dry, functional storage space backed by a working sump pump. Off-street parking rounds out the convenience in this historic district. Charming, historic, and move-in ready — 505 Russell Avenue offers the best of beloved Bell Court living! *Virtually enhanced exterior photos due to recent landscaping updates. This yard is private and beautiful and could be brought back to lush gardens.
Contingent
$669,900
505 Russell Ave, Lexington, KY 40508
2beds
2,030sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
6,272 Square Feet Lot
$651,100 Zestimate®
$330/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Quiet tree-lined retreatUpdated kitchenOff-street parkingGleaming hardwood floorsGorgeous clawfoot tub
- 41 days
- 268
- 13
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Elizabeth Hodge 859-333-9933,
Lifstyl Real Estate
Source: Imagine MLS,MLS#: 26025009
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Electric, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Central Vacuum, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Skylight(s), Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space,Partial,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Great Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,030
- Total interior livable area: 2,030 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,030
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Fencing: Privacy
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 6,272 Square Feet
- Features: Secluded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 13474800
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Metal,Other
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park
- Subdivision: Bell Court
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lexington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $330/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $485,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,998
- Date on market: 9/11/2026
Estimated market value
$651,100
$619,000 - $684,000
$1,917/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/26/2026 | Contingent | $669,900$330/sqft |
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| 9/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $669,900+38.1%$330/sqft |
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| 10/4/2021 | Sold | $485,000-3%$239/sqft |
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| 9/4/2021 | Pending sale | $500,000$246/sqft |
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| 8/9/2021 | Listed for sale | $500,000+55.8%$246/sqft |
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| 11/21/2013 | Sold | $321,000-8.3%$158/sqft |
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| 3/29/2013 | Listed for sale | $350,000-6.7%$172/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Bluegrass Realty #1305729 Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/2011 | Listing removed | $375,000$185/sqft |
Source: Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty #1110109 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2011 | Listed for sale | $375,000+368.8%$185/sqft |
Source: Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty #1110109 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2001 | Sold | $80,000$39/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,998 | $485,000 |
| 2024 | $5,998 | $485,000 |
| 2023 | $5,998 -3.2% | $485,000 |
| 2022 | $6,195 +43.1% | $485,000 +27.8% |
| 2021 | $4,329 +2.9% | $379,400 +3% |
| 2020 | $4,205 | $368,500 |
| 2019 | $4,205 -0.5% | $368,500 |
| 2018 | $4,227 -5.8% | $368,500 |
| 2017 | $4,486 +186.3% | $368,500 +14.8% |
| 2015 | $1,567 | $321,000 |
| 2014 | $1,567 | $321,000 +129.3% |
| 2012 | $1,567 | $140,000 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $135,000 |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: Central Downtown
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ashland
- Middle: Lexington Trad
- 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.






