1553 Old Leestown Road

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Last Sold Price
$420,000
3 beds3,480 sqft
1553 Old Leestown Road, Lexington, KY 40511
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.29 acresLot Size
1951Year Built
$121/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Sitting proudly on the corner of Old Leestown & Boiling Springs, Meadowthorpe's favorite White Cape Cod is as captivating on the inside as it is on the outside. This spacious, three bedroom, two bath, partially finished basement has an ease of use that is the dream of any new homeowner! From an updated kitchen with granite and stainless appliances, to hardwood floors and a lower level pool table, this home is ready to enjoy from day one. The first floor features a primary bedroom, full bath, LR with...Sitting proudly on the corner of Old Leestown & Boiling Springs, Meadowthorpe's favorite White Cape Cod is as captivating on the inside as it is on the outside. This spacious, three bedroom, two bath, partially finished basement has an ease of use that is the dream of any new homeowner! From an updated kitchen with granite and stainless appliances, to hardwood floors and a lower level pool table, this home is ready to enjoy from day one. The first floor features a primary bedroom, full bath, LR with gas fireplace, formal dining room and a bonus sunroom! There is still plenty of potential for a new owner to make this home their own. Just minutes from downtown, Bluegrass airport, Rupp Arena, or maybe a little stroll through the Farmer's Market on Saturday morning, there won't be a dull moment living at 1553 Old Leestown. Proudly resting at the helm of what was originally Lexington's First Airport built in 1911, the Meadowthorpe neighborhood has never lost its charm from the thriving neighborhood association leading the way for the Neighborhood Park, brand new playground equipment, walking trails, and many flourishing community events. Come check out this beauty!
  • Listed by: Myrna Downing 859.321.8999 mdowning@kw.com Brokerage DRE #830 • Keller Williams Bluegrass Realty
Listing closed: 01/20/2023 12:00 AM • Source: Imagine MLS, MLS#: 22026142

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$440,000

Avg days on market

16

Sale-to-list ratio

96.1%

Lexington, KY

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Property Information for 1553 Old Leestown Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Fayette County
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Subdivision Name: Meadowthorpe
  • View: Neighborhood
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Lot Size: 0.29 AC / 12,560 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: West on Main Street, Right on Boiling Springs Dr., right on Old Leestown Rd. House is the white house on the corner.
  • Latitude: 38.067361
  • Longitude: -84.524961
  • MLS Area Major: 001 - Fayette County NW
  • MLS Area Minor: 001 - Fayette County NW
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 4458000
School Information
  • Elementary School: Meadowthorpe
  • High School: Dunbar
  • High School District: Fayette County - 1
  • Middle Or Junior School: Leestown
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Detached Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.288
  • Lot Size Area: 0.29
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 12560.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2580.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 900.0
  • Building Area Total: 3480.0
  • Living Area: 3480.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1951
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick Veneer
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels: Two
  • Structure Type: House
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Range
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Electric
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room, Recreation Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Primary First Floor, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Blinds, Screens

Property History for 1553 Old Leestown Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 20, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1516155758

$420,000

+8.8% / yr

Jan 20, 2023

Sold

Imagine MLS #22026142

$420,000—
Dec 27, 2022

Contract Signed

Imagine MLS #22026142

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/20/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1516155758

$420,000

+8.8% / yr

01/20/2023

Sold

Imagine MLS #22026142

$420,000
12/27/2022

Contract Signed

Imagine MLS #22026142

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Public Records for 1553 Old Leestown Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$5,194 ($433 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt3,480 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,580 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt900 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,558 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951ZoningR-1CCountyFAYETTEAPN44585000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1553 Old Leestown Road

This home is within Fayette County.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Meadowthorpe Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Leestown Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
Public - 9 to 12
Fayette County Learning Center
Public - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Meadowthorpe Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Leestown Middle School
Public6 to 8

Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
Public9 to 12

Fayette County Learning Center
Public8 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1553 Old Leestown Road, Lexington, KY 40511
$420,000
3
3,480
12,560
1553 Leestown Road, Lexington, KY 40511
$207,500
3
2,580
12,632
1549 Old Leestown Road, Lexington, KY 40511
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1,508
12,249
1545 Old Leestown Road, Lexington, KY 40511
$182,900
3
2
2,285
16,949
1554 Meadowthorpe Avenue, Lexington, KY 40511
$185,000
4
2,573
12,196
1601 Old Leestown Road, Lexington, KY 40511
$350,000
5
4,811
13,939

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