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$234,200$465 / 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 58How 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

249 RACE ST

LEXINGTON, KY 40508
1
Baths
504 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.
823 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$234K
$136K low$332K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$401 (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.$31,800 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$31,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$31,800

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.41
1
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.
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.0.02
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
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.

M
Lexington Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Ashland Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Henry Clay High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 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

249 Race 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 77% of homes in Fayette County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Lexington 40508
  • Among the smallest homes in Fayette County
  • Among the smallest lots in Lexington 40508
  • Older than 96% 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.

This home
$77K$924K

This home is worth more than 57% 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$234,200
CheaperTypical $203,684Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$465
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area504 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,239 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size823 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1933Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 249 Race St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLexington 40508Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$234,20057% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$465almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than504 ft²2% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than823 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than192043% of homes4% of homes

About 249 Race St

How much is 249 Race St, Lexington, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 249 Race St, Lexington, KY is $234,200 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $136,303 to $332,097. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 249 Race St, Lexington, KY last sell?

249 Race St, Lexington, KY last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 249 Race St, Lexington, KY?

249 Race St, Lexington, KY has 1 bathrooms, 504 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 249 Race St, Lexington, KY built?

249 Race St, Lexington, KY was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 249 Race St, Lexington, KY?

249 Race St, Lexington, KY is assigned to Lexington Middle School (middle), rated D-; Ashland Elementary School (elementary), rated A; 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 249 Race St, Lexington, KY compare to other homes in Lexington 40508?

Among the 6,083 homes in Lexington 40508, it is worth more than 57% of them ($234,200 against a typical $203,684), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($465 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 2% of them (504 ft² against a typical 1,239 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (823 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1920 against a typical 1933). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 23% 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 249 Race St, Lexington, KY?

The 2026 property tax bill for 249 Race St, Lexington, KY was $401. The county assessed it at $31,800.

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