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$251,491$125 / 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 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

286 AMERICAN AVE

LEXINGTON, KY 40503
5
Beds
1
Baths
2,020 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1912
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$251K
$204K low$299K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,803 (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.$224,100 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$126,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$224,100

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
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.
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.0.14
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

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.

E
Picadome Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Lafayette High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Morton Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Fayette County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 40503These 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.70
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
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.27,658
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,157 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,252
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,491
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

286 American 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 87% of homes in Lexington 40503
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Lexington 40503
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Lexington 40503
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Lexington 40503
  • Among the oldest homes in Lexington 40503

What homes are worth in Lexington 40503

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

This home
$156K$707K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Lexington 40503.

How it measures up in Lexington 40503

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lexington 40503.

Estimated value$251,491
CheaperTypical $334,791Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$125
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,020 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,515 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1912
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 286 American Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLexington 40503Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$251,49113% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$125almost no homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than2,020 ft²78% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac10% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than1912almost no homes3% of homes

About 286 American Ave

How much is 286 American Ave, Lexington, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 286 American Ave, Lexington, KY is $251,491 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $204,007 to $298,975. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 286 American Ave, Lexington, KY last sell?

286 American Ave, Lexington, KY last sold on Jul 24, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 286 American Ave, Lexington, KY?

286 American Ave, Lexington, KY has 5 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,020 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 286 American Ave, Lexington, KY built?

286 American Ave, Lexington, KY was built in 1912, making it 114 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 286 American Ave, Lexington, KY?

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

How does 286 American Ave, Lexington, KY compare to other homes in Lexington 40503?

Among the 10,427 homes in Lexington 40503, it is worth more than 13% of them ($251,491 against a typical $334,791), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($125 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,020 ft² against a typical 1,515 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1912 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 28% 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 286 American Ave, Lexington, KY?

The 2026 property tax bill for 286 American Ave, Lexington, KY was $2,803. The county assessed it at $224,100.

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