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$6,413 Closing Credit¹
#25006536, Listing Office: Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty
$510,000 List price
242 Idle Hour Dr Lexington, KY 40502
$6,056
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
0.5 acres
House
Property details
About 242 Idle Hour Dr
Endless potential in this charming one-level ranch! This well maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bath home sits on a spacious 1/2 acre lot, offering plenty of room to make it your own. Inside, you'll find a large den. living room, and dining room, providing ample space for gatherings. Enjoy the outdoors from the screened-in porch or relax on the deck. The 2 car garage adds convenience, while the generous yard offers endless possibilities! Don't miss this opportunity to own a home with great bones and incredibly potential! Priced at recent appraisal.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
(Contingent)
CoolingAttic Fan, Electric
Lot size0.5 Acres
Year built1956
ParkingDriveway
MLS #25006636
FireplaceBlower, Insert, Living Room, Gas Starter, Family Room
Summary
- MLS Number: 25006636
- Office Name: Turf Town Properties
- Office Phone: (859) 268-4663
- Office Email: info@turftown.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 03, 2015 | Home Sold | $252,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $321,900 | $3,980 |
| 2022 | $321,900 | $4,111 |
| 2021 | $252,000 | $3,219 |
| 2019 | $252,000 | $3,219 |
| 2018 | $252,000 | $3,219 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Breckinridge Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.1 mi
•2101 Saint Mathilda Dr
7
Ashland Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•195 N Ashland Ave
7
Cassidy Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.5 mi
•1125 Tates Creek Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $55,743. Typical income of Lexington, KY residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
35%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
8%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
55%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
10%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Symphony or Opera
Extreme Sports
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Chico's
Sam's Club
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Boston Market
LongHorn Steakhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Volvo
Oldsmobile
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Talk/Personality- Contemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 242 Idle Hour Dr
This home is located at 242 Idle Hour Dr in Lexington, KY and zip code 40502 in the District 5 neighborhood. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $510,000.
Lexington, KY housing market in March 2025 saw over 63 listings sold above listed price, more than 57 sold at listed price and over 101 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Lexington, KY increased by 18.8% between February and March 2025. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 34 days, the median list price was $329,865.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.