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$749,000$895 / 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 88How 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

243 PRESTON AVE

LEXINGTON, KY 40502
1
Baths
837 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$749K
$660K low$838K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,838 (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.$148,600 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$148,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$148,600

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
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.0.17
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
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.No

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 · 0.5 mi
H
Henry Clay High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Lexington Traditional Magnet SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Fayette County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 40502These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.169
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,690
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,788 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,230
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,794
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

243 Preston 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 96% of homes in Kenwick
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Kenwick
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Fayette County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Kenwick
  • Older than 95% of homes in Fayette County

What homes are worth in Lexington 40502

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

This home
$160K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Lexington 40502.

How it measures up in Lexington 40502

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lexington 40502.

Estimated value$749,000
CheaperTypical $574,951Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$895
CheaperTypical $278Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area837 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,042 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 243 Preston Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKenwickLexington 40502Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$749,00096% of homes68% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$895almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than837 ft²10% of homes4% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac93% of homes32% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than192539% of homes11% of homes5% of homes

About 243 Preston Ave

How much is 243 Preston Ave, Lexington, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 243 Preston Ave, Lexington, KY is $749,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $659,962 to $838,038. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 243 Preston Ave, Lexington, KY last sell?

243 Preston Ave, Lexington, KY last sold on Jul 23, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 243 Preston Ave, Lexington, KY?

243 Preston Ave, Lexington, KY has 1 bathrooms, 837 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 243 Preston Ave, Lexington, KY built?

243 Preston Ave, Lexington, KY was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 243 Preston Ave, Lexington, KY?

243 Preston Ave, Lexington, KY is assigned to Ashland Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Henry Clay High School (high), rated B+; Lexington Traditional Magnet 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 243 Preston Ave, Lexington, KY compare to other homes in Lexington 40502?

Among the 9,747 homes in Lexington 40502, it is worth more than 68% of them ($749,000 against a typical $574,951), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($895 against a typical $278), it is bigger than 4% of them (837 ft² against a typical 2,042 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1925 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 94% 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 243 Preston Ave, Lexington, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 243 Preston Ave, Lexington, KY was $1,838. The county assessed it at $148,600.

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