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$240,295$234 / ft²
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Last sold for $110,000 on May 14, 2019

261 SIMPSON AVE

LEXINGTON, KY 40504
Building report
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,025 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.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$240K
$230K low$250K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$110,000 · May 14, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,443 (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.$116,700 (2025)
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$116,700

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
10
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.
89
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.6 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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyFAYETTE
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(4)

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
Picadome Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Lafayette High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Morton Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Fayette County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 40504These 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.137
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.173
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,524
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,489 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,750
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,755
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

261 Simpson 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 less than 75% of homes in Fayette County
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Lexington 40504
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Fayette County
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Lexington 40504

What homes are worth in Lexington 40504

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

This home
$129K$654K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Lexington 40504.

How it measures up in Lexington 40504

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lexington 40504.

Estimated value$240,295
CheaperTypical $262,554Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$234
CheaperTypical $202Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,025 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,334 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 261 Simpson Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLexington 40504Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$240,29539% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23477% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than1,025 ft²14% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than199894% of homes72% of homes

About 261 Simpson Ave

How much is 261 Simpson Ave, Lexington, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Simpson Ave, Lexington, KY is $240,295 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $230,240 to $250,350. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Simpson Ave, Lexington, KY last sell?

261 Simpson Ave, Lexington, KY last sold on May 14, 2019 for $110,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 Simpson Ave, Lexington, KY?

261 Simpson Ave, Lexington, KY has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,025 square feet of living space.

When was 261 Simpson Ave, Lexington, KY built?

261 Simpson Ave, Lexington, KY was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Simpson Ave, Lexington, KY?

261 Simpson Ave, Lexington, KY is assigned to Picadome Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Lafayette High School (high), rated A+; Morton Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Fayette County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Simpson Ave, Lexington, KY compare to other homes in Lexington 40504?

Among the 6,495 homes in Lexington 40504, it is worth more than 39% of them ($240,295 against a typical $262,554), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($234 against a typical $202), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,025 ft² against a typical 1,334 ft²) and it is newer than 94% of them (1998 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 25% 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 261 Simpson Ave, Lexington, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Simpson Ave, Lexington, KY was $1,443. The county assessed it at $116,700.

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