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$162,314$178 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

509 W FIFTH ST

LEXINGTON, KY 40508
2
Beds
1
Baths
910 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.
3,419 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$162K
$144K low$181K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,214 (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.$98,200 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$98,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$98,200

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.
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.0.08
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(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.

M
Lexington Traditional Magnet SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Harrison Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Lafayette High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 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

509 W Fifth 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 94% of homes in Fayette County
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Fayette County
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Fayette County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Fayette County
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Northside

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$990K

This home is worth more than 39% 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$162,314
CheaperTypical $200,820Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$178
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area910 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,243 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size3,419 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1933Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 509 W Fifth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthsideLexington 40508Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$162,31421% of homes39% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17830% of homes49% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than910 ft²17% of homes22% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,419 ft²18% of homes27% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than199987% of homes78% of homes74% of homes

About 509 W Fifth St

How much is 509 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY is $162,314 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $143,677 to $180,951. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY last sell?

509 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY last sold on Sep 26, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 509 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY?

509 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 910 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 509 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY built?

509 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 509 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY?

509 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY is assigned to Lexington Traditional Magnet School (middle), rated C+; Harrison Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Lafayette 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 509 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY compare to other homes in Lexington 40508?

Among the 6,083 homes in Lexington 40508, it is worth more than 39% of them ($162,314 against a typical $200,820), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($178 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 22% of them (910 ft² against a typical 1,243 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (3,419 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1999 against a typical 1933). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 6% 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 509 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 W Fifth St, Lexington, KY was $1,214. The county assessed it at $98,200.

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