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$302,163$600 / 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 45How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

251 RACE ST

LEXINGTON, KY 40508
1
Beds
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.
880 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

$302K
$135K low$469K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$302,163
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$241,730

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$495 (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.$40,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$40,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$40,000

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.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

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Lexington Traditional Magnet SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Ashland Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Henry Clay High SchoolB+
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%

Ownership

Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

251 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 more than 71% of homes in Lexington 40508
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Fayette County
  • 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
$73K$917K

This home is worth more than 71% 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$302,163
CheaperTypical $201,927Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$600
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area504 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,240 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size880 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1933Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 251 Race St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLexington 40508Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$302,16371% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$600almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than504 ft²2% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than880 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than192043% of homes4% of homes

About 251 Race St

How much is 251 Race St, Lexington, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 251 Race St, Lexington, KY is $302,163 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $135,154 to $469,172. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 251 Race St, Lexington, KY last sell?

251 Race St, Lexington, KY last sold on Aug 25, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 251 Race St, Lexington, KY?

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

When was 251 Race St, Lexington, KY built?

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

What schools serve 251 Race St, Lexington, KY?

251 Race St, Lexington, KY is assigned to Lexington Traditional Magnet School (middle), rated C+; Ashland Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Henry Clay High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Fayette County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 251 Race St, Lexington, KY compare to other homes in Lexington 40508?

Among the 6,083 homes in Lexington 40508, it is worth more than 71% of them ($302,163 against a typical $201,927), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($600 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 2% of them (504 ft² against a typical 1,240 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (880 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 45% 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 251 Race St, Lexington, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 251 Race St, Lexington, KY was $495. The county assessed it at $40,000.

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