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Last sold for $109,000 on Mar 4, 2022

242 SIMBA WAY

LEXINGTON, KY 40509
2
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,088 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.
1,830 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$109,000 · Mar 4, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,348 (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.$109,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$109,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$109,000

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.47
38
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
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.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.Townhouse
CountyFayette
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 50 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

E
Breckinridge Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
H
Henry Clay High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Crawford Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Fayette County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 40509These 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.68
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.171
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.45,767
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,117 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,534
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,259
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

242 Simba Way 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.

  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Lexington 40509
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Fayette County
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Fayette County

How it measures up in Lexington 40509

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lexington 40509.

Living area1,088 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,964 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size1,830 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 242 Simba Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLexington 40509Fayette County
Living areabigger than1,088 ft²9% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,830 ft²4% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than199943% of homes74% of homes

About 242 Simba Way

When did 242 Simba Way, Lexington, KY last sell?

242 Simba Way, Lexington, KY last sold on Mar 4, 2022 for $109,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Simba Way, Lexington, KY?

242 Simba Way, Lexington, KY has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,088 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 242 Simba Way, Lexington, KY built?

242 Simba Way, Lexington, KY was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 242 Simba Way, Lexington, KY?

242 Simba Way, Lexington, KY is assigned to Breckinridge Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Henry Clay High School (high), rated B+; Crawford 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 242 Simba Way, Lexington, KY compare to other homes in Lexington 40509?

Among the 14,581 homes in Lexington 40509, it is bigger than 9% of them (1,088 ft² against a typical 1,964 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (1,830 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1999 against a typical 2001). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 242 Simba Way, Lexington, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Simba Way, Lexington, KY was $1,348. The county assessed it at $109,000.

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