$5,807

closing credit¹

79 Public Sq Lancaster, KY 40444

$489,000
3 beds
3 full, 1 partial
House

Property details

About 79 Public Sq

Here is a one of a kind, 3 story brick building with basement in downtown Lancaster that is listed on National Register of Historic places in Garrard County. Built in 1882 and completely remodeled in 1997, while keeping the original character with 13 ft ceilings and 1,000 sq ft of space on each floor with original hardwood floors that have been refinished in the 2nd and 3rd floor. The first floor features 200 yr old oak flooring with original foyer tile. The first floor features an original bank vault with another vault in the basement. Updates include all new plumbing, electric (200 amp service on first floor and 200 amp service for the 2nd and 3rd floor), plaster, hvac ( 3 units) and roof. The first floor is currently being rented for 1,000.00 a month with great income potential for the other 2 floors that could be used for residential or commercial, office space, or an airbnb. Another great feature is a full functioning elevator and intercom system. There is a half bath on first floor. Two full baths, 2 bedrooms and laundry room on second floor. One full bath, 1 bedroom, kitchen and living room on third floor.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingHeat Pump
BasementYes
Lot size0 Acres
Year built1882
ParkingOff Street
MLS #24007838

Summary

  • MLS Number: 24007838
  • Office Name: Danny Ayres Realty & Auction
  • Office Phone: (859) 792-4025
  • Office Email: ayresrealty@windstream.net

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$232,000$2,668
2021$232,000$2,745
2020$232,000$2,745
2019$203,000$2,746
2018$203,000$2,414

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Lancaster Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.2 mi

205 Lexington St

5

Paint Lick Elementary School

Public District PK-5

6.4 mi

6798 Richmond Rd

7

Camp Dick Robinson Elementary School

Public District PK-5

7.0 mi

279 N Camp Dick 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 $55,714. Typical income of Lancaster, KY residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

20%
<35k
62%
35k-100k
15%
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?

38%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
28%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Wal-MartWal-Mart
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors
  • DillardsDillards

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Hardee'sHardee's
  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel

What do the neighbors drive?

  • RamRam
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • CadillacCadillac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • New CountryNew Country
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 79 Public Sq

This home is located at 79 Public Sq in Lancaster, KY and zip code 40444. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 24, 2024 and is currently priced at $489,000.

In December 2024 more than 0 listings in Lancaster, KY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 2 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 2 were sold below. Between November and December 2024, Lancaster, KY real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 2.4%. In December 2024 median list price was $257,000 and the average listing age was 43 days.

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

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