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$332,290$162 / 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 85How 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
Last sold for $110,000 on Apr 6, 2007

297 AMERICAN AVE

LEXINGTON, KY 40503
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,046 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.
4,251 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$332K
$281K low$383K 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 · Apr 6, 2007

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.$124,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$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.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.
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.0.10
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 144 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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 · 0.6 mi
H
Lafayette High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 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

297 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Lexington 40503
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Lexington 40503
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% 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
$152K$726K

This home is worth more than 49% 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$332,290
CheaperTypical $335,115Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$162
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area2,046 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,517 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size4,251 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 297 American Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLexington 40503Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$332,29049% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1625% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than2,046 ft²80% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,251 ft²3% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than1920almost no homes4% of homes

About 297 American Ave

How much is 297 American Ave, Lexington, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 297 American Ave, Lexington, KY is $332,290 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $281,403 to $383,177. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 297 American Ave, Lexington, KY last sell?

297 American Ave, Lexington, KY last sold on Apr 6, 2007 for $110,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 297 American Ave, Lexington, KY?

297 American Ave, Lexington, KY has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,046 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 297 American Ave, Lexington, KY built?

297 American Ave, Lexington, KY was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 297 American Ave, Lexington, KY?

297 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 297 American Ave, Lexington, KY compare to other homes in Lexington 40503?

Among the 10,427 homes in Lexington 40503, it is worth more than 49% of them ($332,290 against a typical $335,115), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($162 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,046 ft² against a typical 1,517 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (4,251 ft² against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1920 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 53% 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 297 American Ave, Lexington, KY?

The 2026 property tax bill for 297 American Ave, Lexington, KY was $2,803. The county assessed it at $224,100.

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