From the welcoming covered front porch to the natural light throughout, this 3 Bedroom 1-Bath home has a cozy feel that's easy to love! Inside you'll find that everything has been updated with neutral paint, new carpet and LVP, new plumbing, updated electrical, new windows, new blown in insulation, new light fixtures, new storm doors and more. From the new classic white eat-in kitchen with butcher block countertops, to the centrally located den/family room, there's plenty of space to relax or just hang out. Outside enjoy the spacious back yard perfect for gardening and entertaining, mature trees add shade, and your own driveway for off street parking with easy access from the side entrance. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, downsizing, or looking for an investment opportunity, this home offers affordability, charm, and convenience all in one. Don't miss your chance to add your personal touch and create a special place to call your own.
Contingent
$179,900
554 Chestnut St, Lexington, KY 40508
3beds
1,251sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
7,792 Square Feet Lot
$177,700 Zestimate®
$144/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New windowsNeutral paintMature trees add shadeButcher block countertopsNew carpet and lvpNatural light throughoutNew light fixtures
- 34 days |
- 116 |
- 1 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Niki Wiley 859-536-3212,
Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Imagine MLS,MLS#: 26011810
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 3
- Level: First
Den
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Utility room
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Blinds, Screens
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,251
- Total interior livable area: 1,251 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,251
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 7,792 Square Feet
- Features: Few Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 12307300
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Downtown
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lexington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $144/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $80,000
- Annual tax amount: $989
- Date on market: 5/23/2026
Estimated market value
$177,700
$169,000 - $187,000
$1,550/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/28/2026 | Contingent | $179,900$144/sqft |
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| 5/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $179,900+4.6%$144/sqft |
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| 5/20/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $172,000+1.5%$137/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2026 | Pending sale | $169,500$135/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2025 | Price change | $169,500-4%$135/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2025 | Price change | $176,500-1.1%$141/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $178,500$143/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $989 +9.6% | $80,000 +9.6% |
| 2023 | $903 +72.4% | $73,000 +78% |
| 2022 | $524 | $41,000 |
| 2021 | $524 | $41,000 |
| 2020 | $524 | $41,000 |
| 2019 | $524 +36.7% | $41,000 +36.7% |
| 2018 | $383 +4.9% | $30,000 |
| 2017 | $365 +8.8% | $30,000 |
| 2015 | $336 | $30,000 |
| 2014 | $336 | $30,000 |
| 2012 | $336 | $30,000 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
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Monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Duncan Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10William Wells Brown Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Lexington Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Frederick Douglass High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: William Wells Brown
- Middle: Lexington Trad
- High: Frederick Douglass
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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- Kentucky
- Fayette County
- Lexington
- 40508
- Duncan Park
- 554 Chestnut St
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