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$185,907$145 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $182,000 on Nov 17, 2025

117 W FIFTH ST

LEXINGTON, KY 40508
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,286 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2,182 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$186K
$153K low$219K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$182,000 · Nov 17, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,293 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$182,000 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$211,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$182,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
22
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyFAYETTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Lexington Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Harrison Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Lafayette High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Fayette County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 40508These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.170
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,928
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,741 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$36,773
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,436
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

117 W Fifth St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 90% of homes in Fayette County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Fayette County
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Fayette County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Fayette County
  • Among the oldest homes in Fayette County

What homes are worth in Lexington 40508

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$77K$1M

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Lexington 40508.

How it measures up in Lexington 40508

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lexington 40508.

Estimated value$185,907
CheaperTypical $201,380Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$145
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,286 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,240 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size2,182 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1934Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 117 W Fifth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Upper StreetLexington 40508Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$185,90745% of homes46% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14532% of homes33% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,286 ft²50% of homes54% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,182 ft²19% of homes10% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than190037% of homes19% of homesalmost no homes

About 117 W Fifth St

How much is 117 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 117 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY is $185,907 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $152,788 to $219,026. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 117 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY last sell?

117 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY last sold on Nov 17, 2025 for $182,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 117 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY?

117 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,286 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 117 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY built?

117 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 117 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY?

117 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY is assigned to Lexington Middle School (middle), rated D-; Harrison Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Lafayette High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Fayette County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 117 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY compare to other homes in Lexington 40508?

Among the 6,083 homes in Lexington 40508, it is worth more than 46% of them ($185,907 against a typical $201,380), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($145 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,286 ft² against a typical 1,240 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (2,182 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1900 against a typical 1934). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 10% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 117 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY?

The 2026 property tax bill for 117 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY was $2,293. The county assessed it at $182,000.

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