531 Smith StThis property is a diamond in the rough, prime location in the heart of downtown, this property offers immense potential for the savvy investor or developer. The building is in need of a complete overhaul, but with the right vision, it could be transformed into a beautiful downtown Lexington home. Located in a high-demand area, surrounded by ongoing developments, restaurants, and businesses, this property is poised to benefit from future growth.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Year Built: 1930
Stories: 1
Listing Office:
Office Name: Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone: (859) 268-0099
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Flooring Type: Other
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Total Bedroom Count: 1
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.06 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Other
Cooling: Other
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Lafayette High School, Public Magnet Grades 9-12
Lexington Trad Magnet School, Public Magnet Grades 6-8
Harrison Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Take Broadway northbound, left on Fifth Street, take last right on Smith Street before you hit Jefferson
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $106,900
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $432
Tax Year: 2020
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
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Harrison Elementary School
161 Bruce St
Distance between this listing and this school0.56 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Middle School
2
/10
Lexington Trad Magnet School
350 N Limestone
Distance between this listing and this school0.58 miles
Public Magnet Grades 6-8
High School
8
/10
Lafayette High School
401 Reed Ln
Distance between this listing and this school2.81 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
1
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Harrison Elementary School
161 Bruce St
Distance between this listing and this school0.56 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Nearby Schools
2
/10
Arlington Elementary School
122 Arceme Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.83 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
1
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William Wells Brown Elementary School
555 E Fifth St
Distance between this listing and this school1.10 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Assigned Schools
2
/10
Lexington Trad Magnet School
350 N Limestone
Distance between this listing and this school0.58 miles
Public Magnet Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
2
/10
Winburn Middle School
1060 Winburn Dr
Distance between this listing and this school2.17 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
3
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Bryan Station Middle School
1865 Wickland Dr
Distance between this listing and this school2.23 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
8
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Lafayette High School
401 Reed Ln
Distance between this listing and this school2.81 miles
Public Magnet Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
9
/10
Steam Academy
1126 Russell Cave Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.85 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
2
/10
Bryan Station High School
201 Eastin Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.09 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $24,391. Most Lexington, KY residents have annual incomes less than $35k. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 531 Smith St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 531 Smith St property is $106,900.
What type of property is this?
The property 531 Smith St is a house located in Lexington, Kentucky, 40508.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 531 Smith St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 531 Smith St are: Harrison Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10Lexington Trad Magnet School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10Lafayette High School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $432 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 531 Smith St has 1 bedroom.
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 531 Smith St is 1930.
This home is located at 531 Smith St in Lexington, KY and zip code 40508 in the Northside neighborhood. This home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 1 bedroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 21, 2024 and is currently priced at $106,900.
Lexington, KY housing market in September 2024 saw over 45 listings sold above listed price, more than 64 sold at listed price and over 140 sold below. The number of listings in Lexington, KY decreased by 0.8% between August 2024 and September 2024. The median list price of listings available in September 2024 was $322,809, while the average time on the real estate market was 27 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.