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#25008828, Listing Office: RE/MAX Creative Realty
$799,900 List price
636 W Short Lexington, KY 40508
$9,499
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
0.10 acres
House
Property details
About 636 W Short
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 .....
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Zoned, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingZoned
BasementYes
Lot size0.1 Acres
Year built1814
ParkingOff Street
MLS #25008003
FireplaceDining Room, Primary Bedroom, Masonry, Living Room, Kitchen
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Cooktop, Down Draft, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Double Oven
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile, Other
- Interior: Dining Area, Breakfast Bar, Entrance Foyer, Bedroom First Floor, Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
- Fireplace: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Masonry, Living Room, Kitchen
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Off Street
- Exterior: Deck, Patio
- Heating: Natural Gas, Zoned, Forced Air
- Cooling: Zoned
- List Price: $799,900
- Directions: West Short street. Southside of Street between Old Georgetown Street and Jefferson Street.
- Year Built: 1814
- Stories: 2
- Lot Size: 0.1 Acres
- MLS Number: 25008003
- Office Name: Lifstyl Real Estate
- Office Phone: (859) 278-7501
- Office Email: justjennyjackson@gmail.com
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Nearby schools
3
Harrison Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.2 mi
•161 Bruce St
3
Booker T. Washington Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.1 mi
•707 Howard St
7
Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
1.3 mi
•301 Woodland 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 $22,692. Most Lexington, KY residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
63%
<35k
26%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
86%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
2%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
4%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
24%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
Continuing Education Courses
Yoga/pilates
Where do the neighbors shop?
Forever 21
Express/Express For Men
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Qdoba
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Volkswagen
Audi
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Urban Contemporary- Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 636 W Short
The listing price of 636 W Short property is $799,900.
The property 636 W Short is a house located in Lexington, Kentucky, 40508.
Active Listing: 636 W Short is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 636 W Short are: Harrison Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Booker T. Washington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Lexington Traditional Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Leestown Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Morton Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Steam Academy (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Fayette County Learning Center (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Opportunity Middle College (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
The property at 636 W Short has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The year of construction for 636 W Short is 1814.
This home is located at 636 W Short in Lexington, KY and zip code 40508 in the Historic Western Suburb neighborhood. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $799,900.
Over 70 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Lexington, KY. In the same period over 126 listings were sold below the listed price and 72 listings were sold for the listed price. Between March and April 2025, Lexington, KY real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 16.1%. In April 2025 median list price was $329,143 and the average listing age was 24 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.