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$563,919$322 / 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 67How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $47,500 on Nov 25, 1987

157 FOREST AVE

LEXINGTON, KY 40508
1
Baths
1,753 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$564K
$380K low$748K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$47,500 · Nov 25, 1987

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,944 (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.$287,200 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$287,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$287,200

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.43
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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
Ashland Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Lexington Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Henry Clay High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 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

157 Forest Ave 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 more than 92% of homes in Lexington 40508
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Fayette County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Bell Court
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Lexington 40508
  • Older than 98% of 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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$74K$870K

This home is worth more than 92% 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$563,919
CheaperTypical $197,944Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$322
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,753 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,245 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1934Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 157 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBell CourtLexington 40508Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$563,91940% of homes92% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32282% of homes88% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,753 ft²18% of homes73% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac52% of homes86% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than191043% of homes33% of homes2% of homes

About 157 Forest Ave

How much is 157 Forest Ave, Lexington, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 157 Forest Ave, Lexington, KY is $563,919 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $379,765 to $748,073. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 157 Forest Ave, Lexington, KY last sell?

157 Forest Ave, Lexington, KY last sold on Nov 25, 1987 for $47,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 157 Forest Ave, Lexington, KY?

157 Forest Ave, Lexington, KY has 1 bathrooms, 1,753 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 157 Forest Ave, Lexington, KY built?

157 Forest Ave, Lexington, KY was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 157 Forest Ave, Lexington, KY?

157 Forest Ave, Lexington, KY is assigned to Ashland Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Lexington Middle School (middle), rated D-; Henry Clay 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 157 Forest Ave, Lexington, KY compare to other homes in Lexington 40508?

Among the 6,083 homes in Lexington 40508, it is worth more than 92% of them ($563,919 against a typical $197,944), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($322 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,753 ft² against a typical 1,245 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1910 against a typical 1934). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 87% 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 157 Forest Ave, Lexington, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 157 Forest Ave, Lexington, KY was $2,944. The county assessed it at $287,200.

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