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#25012623, Listing office: RE/MAX Elite Lexington
Property details
About 557 Chestnut St
Right in the heart of downtown, this updated 3-bed, 2.5-bath home has everything you need! With 1,320 sq ft of space, fresh hardwood floors throughout, and recent roof updates, it?s move-in ready and full of charm. Perfect for city living with style and comfort?don?t miss out! Sold As-is.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingHeat Pump, Electric
Lot size0.121 Acres
Year built1910
ParkingDriveway
MLS #25012169
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Driveway
- Heating: Heat Pump
- Cooling: Heat Pump, Electric
- List Price: $175,000
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,174
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: N. Broadway to right on Fourth Street, left on Chestnut. Home on the left.
- Year Built: 1910
- Stories: 1
- Lot Size: 0.121 Acres
- MLS Number: 25012169
- Office Name: Tru Life Real Estate
- Office Phone: (859) 785-1986
- Office Email: Truliferealestateky@gmail.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2024 | Home Sold | $150,600 |
| May 14, 2024 | Home Sold | $150,600 |
| Jul 29, 2020 | Home Sold | $315,000 |
| Aug 04, 2017 | Home Sold | $44,500 |
| Jun 15, 2010 | Home Sold | $31,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $95,000 | $1,174 |
| 2022 | $46,100 | $588 |
| 2021 | $46,100 | $588 |
| 2019 | $46,100 | $588 |
| 2018 | $44,500 | $568 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
William Wells Brown Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.2 mi
•555 E Fifth St
2
Arlington Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•122 Arceme Ave
7
Ashland Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•195 N Ashland Ave
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 $28,559. Residents of Lexington, KY typically earn less than $<35k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
59%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
1%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
62%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
12%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
UFC
Figure Skating
NBA/WNBA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Express/Express For Men
Big Lots
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Burger King
Church's Chicken
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Cadillac
Pontiac
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Jazz
Adult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 557 Chestnut St
The listing price of 557 Chestnut St property is $175,000.
The property 557 Chestnut St is a house located in Lexington, Kentucky, 40508.
Active Listing: 557 Chestnut St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 557 Chestnut St are: William Wells Brown Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Arlington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Ashland Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Lexington Traditional Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Morton Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Bryan Station Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Steam Academy (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Bryan Station High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Fayette County Learning Center (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,174 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 14, 2024 for $150,600 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 557 Chestnut St has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The year of construction for 557 Chestnut St is 1910.
This home is located at 557 Chestnut St in Lexington, KY and zip code 40508 in the District 1 neighborhood. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $175,000.
Lexington, KY housing market in June 2025 saw over 78 listings sold above listed price, more than 79 sold at listed price and over 173 sold below. In June 2025 in Lexington, KY there were 0.7% more homes for sale than in May. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 20 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $332,357.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.