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$199,991$190 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $37,500 on Sep 6, 1978

1481 THAMES DR

LEXINGTON, KY 40517
2 / 1
Baths
1,050 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$200K
$187K low$213K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$37,500 · Sep 6, 1978

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,089 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$137,200 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$137,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$137,200

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.48
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.21
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

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

E
Millcreek Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Tates Creek High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Tates Creek Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi

District: Fayette County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 40517These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.172
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.94%
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.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,972
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,274 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,455
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,370
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

1481 Thames Dr 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 86% of homes in Fayette County
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Fayette County
  • Older than 89% of homes in River Park

What homes are worth in Lexington 40517

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

This home
$139K$419K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Lexington 40517.

How it measures up in Lexington 40517

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lexington 40517.

Estimated value$199,991
CheaperTypical $249,745Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$190
CheaperTypical $202Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,050 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,218 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 1481 Thames Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiver ParkLexington 40517Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$199,99147% of homes17% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19059% of homes36% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,050 ft²45% of homes23% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac59% of homes54% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than196911% of homes24% of homes33% of homes

About 1481 Thames Dr

How much is 1481 Thames Dr, Lexington, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1481 Thames Dr, Lexington, KY is $199,991 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $187,065 to $212,917. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1481 Thames Dr, Lexington, KY last sell?

1481 Thames Dr, Lexington, KY last sold on Sep 6, 1978 for $37,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1481 Thames Dr, Lexington, KY?

1481 Thames Dr, Lexington, KY has 2 bathrooms, 1,050 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 1481 Thames Dr, Lexington, KY built?

1481 Thames Dr, Lexington, KY was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1481 Thames Dr, Lexington, KY?

1481 Thames Dr, Lexington, KY is assigned to Millcreek Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Tates Creek High School (high), rated D+; Tates Creek Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Fayette County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1481 Thames Dr, Lexington, KY compare to other homes in Lexington 40517?

Among the 10,030 homes in Lexington 40517, it is worth more than 17% of them ($199,991 against a typical $249,745), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($190 against a typical $202), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,050 ft² against a typical 1,218 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1969 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 14% 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 1481 Thames Dr, Lexington, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1481 Thames Dr, Lexington, KY was $1,089. The county assessed it at $137,200.

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