$5,046 Closing Credit¹
#25009527, Listing office: Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty
$449,000 List price
708 W Short St Lexington, KY 40508
$5,332
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
0.1 acres
House
Property details
About 708 W Short St
Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern day luxury in this stunning home located in one of Lexington's oldest and most cherished neighborhoods. 708 West Short Street features wide plank flooring, thick moldings, exposed brick, and soaring ceilings that capture timeless elegance . The spacious primary suite includes ensuite bath with walk in shower , double vanity and massive walk-in closet, while the gourmet kitchen and den are flooded with natural light -ideal for entertaining. Enjoy urban living with a private deck , fenced yard, and a one car garage with an EV outlet. Nestled in a quiet , walkable downtown area, this home offers the best of both worlds-historic character and modern convenience.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Heat Pump
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
(Pending)
CoolingElectric
Lot size0.1098 Acres
Year built1870
ParkingDriveway
MLS #25009613
FireplaceFamily Room, Gas Log
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Dining Area, Breakfast Bar, Primary First Floor, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen
- Fireplace: Family Room, Gas Log
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Parking: Driveway
- Exterior: Deck, Patio
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Cooling: Electric
- List Price: $449,000
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,994
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Main Street, turn onto Newtown Pike, right on W. Short Street, home will be on the right side of the street. This part of Short is 2 ways.
- Year Built: 1870
- Stories: 1
- Lot Size: 0.1098 Acres
- MLS Number: 25009613
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2021 | Home Sold | $403,900 |
| Aug 24, 2010 | Home Sold | $345,000 |
| Nov 25, 2009 | Home Sold | $72,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $403,900 | $4,994 |
| 2022 | $403,900 | $5,159 |
| 2021 | $345,000 | $4,407 |
| 2019 | $345,000 | $4,407 |
| 2018 | $345,000 | $4,407 |
History based on county public records data.
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. The most common annual income of people living in Lexington, KY is less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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 708 W Short St
The listing price of 708 W Short St property is $449,000.
The property 708 W Short St is a house located in Lexington, Kentucky, 40508.
Sale Pending: 708 W Short St is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.
The nearby schools for 708 W Short St 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).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,994 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on September 29, 2021 for $403,900 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 708 W Short St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The year of construction for 708 W Short St is 1870.
This home is located at 708 W Short St in Lexington, KY and zip code 40508 in the Historic Western Suburb neighborhood. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $449,000.
Over 106 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Lexington, KY. In the same period over 159 listings were sold below the listed price and 104 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Lexington, KY between April and May 2025 increased by 8.6%. Listings spent 23 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $330,208 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.