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$298,000

140 Colfax St Lexington, KY 40508

3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
0.07 acres
House

Property details

About 140 Colfax St

Rare find in the heart of Lexington! Located in the highly desirable UK Campus subdivision, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is just a stone's throw away from the University of Kentucky and mere minutes to downtown. Whether you're a student looking for a convenient housing option, a faculty member, or savvy investor, the location offers unmatched convenience and opportunity. The first floor features durable ceramic tile throughout the eat-in kitchen and living area, creating a functional and easy-to-maintain space. Upstairs offers a comfortable primary bedroom, two additional bedrooms, and a full bath. The layout is practical, filled with natural light, and ready for your updates and personal touches. Outside, you'll find two off-street parking spaces-- under a covered carport--and permitted parking in front of the home, a rare bonus in this busy campus area. With proximity to UK, downtown, shopping, dining, and more, this home offers the ideal blend of location and potential. Don't miss your chance--schedule a showing today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingElectric
Lot size0.0666 Acres
Year built1999
ParkingOff Street, Other
MLS #25014301

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dryer, Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile, Laminate
  • Interior: Eat-in Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Off Street, Other
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Electric
  • List Price: $298,000
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,853
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: S. Limestone to Montmullin St. Turn right in between house numbers 143 and 137 Montmullin on to shared driveway to back of Colfax property (far back house on left)
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Stories: 2
  • Lot Size: 0.0666 Acres
  • MLS Number: 25014301
  • Office Name: Real Broker, LLC
  • Office Phone: (502) 717-1685
  • Office Email: KyBroker@therealbrokerage.com

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 13, 2016
Home Sold
$149,900
Jun 13, 2016
Home Sold
$149,900
Jul 09, 2009
Home Sold
$117,900

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$149,900$1,853
2022$149,900$1,914
2021$149,900$1,914
2019$149,900$1,914
2018$149,900$1,914

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

0.8 mi

301 Woodland Ave

3

Harrison Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

161 Bruce St

4

Picadome Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.2 mi

1642 Harrodsburg Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $22,218. Typical income of Lexington, KY residents is less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

67%
<35k
26%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

87%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
4%
Married, No Kids
1%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

6%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
83%
18-34 yrs old
9%
35-64 yrs old
1%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Forever 21Forever 21
  • Books-a-MillionBooks-a-Million

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • PontiacPontiac
  • MazdaMazda
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 140 Colfax St

The listing price of 140 Colfax St property is $298,000.

The property 140 Colfax St is a house located in Lexington, Kentucky, 40508.

Active Listing: 140 Colfax St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 140 Colfax St are: Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Harrison Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Picadome Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lexington Traditional Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Scapa at Bluegrass (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Morton Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Opportunity Middle College (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Lafayette High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Steam Academy (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,853 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 13, 2016 for $149,900 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 140 Colfax St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The year of construction for 140 Colfax St is 1999.

This home is located at 140 Colfax St in Lexington, KY and zip code 40508 in the University of Kentucky neighborhood. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $298,000.

Over 78 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Lexington, KY. In the same period over 173 listings were sold below the listed price and 79 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Lexington, KY increased by 0.7% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $332,357, while the average time on the real estate market was 20 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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