Experience timeless downtown living in this remarkable historic home, where character meets comfort. Oldest part was built in 1813 with the main addition added by 1836. This agriculturally significant residence is listed on the national register of historic homes. Step inside to find expansive, light filled rooms with high ceilings, six fireplaces, freshly refinished hardwood floors with elegant trim work, stylish bar and the kitchen perfectly suited for entertaining. Owner suit includes fireplace, walk-in closet, and spa- inspired bath with soaking tub, glass shower and dual vanities. Additional highlights includes a flexible office or guest room, workshop, laundry room, ample storage and a two car garage carport off the rear ally. Recent upgrades include a new roof, HVAC, deck, landscaping, appliances and beautifully renovated bath. Perfectly located just a short walk to downtown shops, restaurants, Rup Arena .....
Sold for $779,000
$779,000
636 W Short St, Lexington, KY 40508
4beds
3,317sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1814
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$824,300 Zestimate®
$235/sqft
$3,247 Estimated rent
Home value
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$758,000 - $890,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Fred Kamdar 859-321-0340,
Lifstyl Real Estate
Bought with:
Michael H McNeill, 183869
Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Imagine MLS,MLS#: 25008003
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Description: Full Bath
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Description: Full Bath
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
Cooling
- Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Other, Tile
- Windows: Blinds
- Basement: Partial,Partially Finished,Sump Pump,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Masonry, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,317
- Total interior livable area: 3,317 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,097
- Finished area below ground: 220
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Garage Faces Rear
- Has garage: Yes
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 4,356 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 11705900
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other, Solid Masonry
- Foundation: Other, Stone
- Roof: Metal,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1814
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lexington
- Subdivision: Downtown
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/6/2025 | Sold | $779,000-2.6%$235/sqft |
Source:  Imagine MLS #25008003 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2025 | Pending sale | $799,900$241/sqft |
Source: Imagine MLS #25008003 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $799,900+113.3%$241/sqft |
Source: Imagine MLS #25008003 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/16/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,950+2.6%$1/sqft |
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| 9/15/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/16/2023 | Price change | $3,850-9.4%$1/sqft |
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| 8/7/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,250$1/sqft |
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| 6/27/2014 | Sold | $375,000-1.3%$113/sqft |
Source: Imagine MLS #1408418 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2014 | Listed for sale | $379,900$115/sqft |
Source: Turf Town Properties #1408418 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,092 | $411,800 |
| 2023 | $5,092 -3.2% | $411,800 |
| 2022 | $5,260 | $411,800 |
| 2021 | $5,260 | $411,800 |
| 2020 | $5,260 | $411,800 |
| 2019 | $5,260 | $411,800 |
| 2018 | $5,260 +4.9% | $411,800 |
| 2017 | $5,013 +94.8% | $411,800 +9.8% |
| 2015 | $2,574 | $375,000 +19.6% |
| 2014 | $2,574 | $313,500 +36.3% |
| 2012 | $2,574 | $230,000 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $230,000 |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: Central Downtown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Harrison Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Lexington Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Lafayette High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Harrison
- Middle: Lexington Trad
- High: Lafayette
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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