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$312,646$223 / 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 93How 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
Last sold for $195,000 on Jul 2, 2009

556 MERRIMAC DR

LEXINGTON, KY 40503
2
Baths
1,400 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
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

$313K
$291K low$334K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$195,000 · Jul 2, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,564 (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.$235,500 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$198,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$235,500

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.
9
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.
87
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.0.29
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 224 ft²Patio · 320 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
Wellington Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Jessie M. Clark Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Lafayette High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 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

556 Merrimac 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Fayette County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Fayette County
  • Newer than 69% of 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
$161K$745K

This home is worth more than 43% 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$312,646
CheaperTypical $328,050Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$223
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,515 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 556 Merrimac Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRobinwoodLexington 40503Fayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$312,64661% of homes43% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22363% of homes57% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,400 ft²53% of homes39% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac81% of homes73% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than197364% of homes69% of homes38% of homes

About 556 Merrimac Dr

How much is 556 Merrimac Dr, Lexington, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 556 Merrimac Dr, Lexington, KY is $312,646 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $290,796 to $334,496. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 556 Merrimac Dr, Lexington, KY last sell?

556 Merrimac Dr, Lexington, KY last sold on Jul 2, 2009 for $195,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 556 Merrimac Dr, Lexington, KY?

556 Merrimac Dr, Lexington, KY has 2 bathrooms, 1,400 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 556 Merrimac Dr, Lexington, KY built?

556 Merrimac Dr, Lexington, KY was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 556 Merrimac Dr, Lexington, KY?

556 Merrimac Dr, Lexington, KY is assigned to Wellington Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Jessie M. Clark Middle School (middle), rated A-; 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 556 Merrimac Dr, Lexington, KY compare to other homes in Lexington 40503?

Among the 10,427 homes in Lexington 40503, it is worth more than 43% of them ($312,646 against a typical $328,050), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($223 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 1,515 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1973 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Fayette County, it is worth more than 48% 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 556 Merrimac Dr, Lexington, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 556 Merrimac Dr, Lexington, KY was $2,564. The county assessed it at $235,500.

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