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$242,330$204 / 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 92How 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 $150,000 on Apr 22, 2019

553 SANDALWOOD DR

LEXINGTON, KY 40505
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,190 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$242K
$222K low$262K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Apr 22, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,113 (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.$167,700 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$167,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$167,700

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.
91
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.0.22
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

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
Deep Springs Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Bryan Station Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Bryan Station High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Fayette County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 40505These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.175
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,997
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,397 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,638
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,831
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

553 Sandalwood Dr 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 74% of homes in Fayette County
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Lexington 40505
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Fayette County
  • Older than 76% of homes in Fayette County

What homes are worth in Lexington 40505

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

This home
$94K$511K

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Lexington 40505.

How it measures up in Lexington 40505

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lexington 40505.

Estimated value$242,330
CheaperTypical $213,607Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $168Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area1,190 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,260 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 553 Sandalwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBryan StationLexington 40505Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$242,33052% of homes66% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20475% of homes82% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,190 ft²30% of homes41% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac48% of homes60% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than196232% of homes51% of homes24% of homes

About 553 Sandalwood Dr

How much is 553 Sandalwood Dr, Lexington, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 553 Sandalwood Dr, Lexington, KY is $242,330 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $222,218 to $262,442. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 553 Sandalwood Dr, Lexington, KY last sell?

553 Sandalwood Dr, Lexington, KY last sold on Apr 22, 2019 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 553 Sandalwood Dr, Lexington, KY?

553 Sandalwood Dr, Lexington, KY has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,190 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 553 Sandalwood Dr, Lexington, KY built?

553 Sandalwood Dr, Lexington, KY was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 553 Sandalwood Dr, Lexington, KY?

553 Sandalwood Dr, Lexington, KY is assigned to Deep Springs Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Bryan Station Middle School (middle), rated C-; Bryan Station High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Fayette County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 553 Sandalwood Dr, Lexington, KY compare to other homes in Lexington 40505?

Among the 9,351 homes in Lexington 40505, it is worth more than 66% of them ($242,330 against a typical $213,607), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($204 against a typical $168), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,190 ft² against a typical 1,260 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1962 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 26% 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 553 Sandalwood Dr, Lexington, KY?

The 2026 property tax bill for 553 Sandalwood Dr, Lexington, KY was $2,113. The county assessed it at $167,700.

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