For Sale247d on marketHistoric · 126 yrs
248 E 5th St
Lexington, KY, 40508 • Duncan Park • Fayette County
$195,000
$197/sqft
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
1Baths
992Sqft
0.14 acLot
1900Built
Property DNA
Neighborhood Views
Neighborhood
Character Home
Built 1900 · 126 years of history
Downtown
Duncan Park
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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247 days on market
Established listing
$197/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1900 · Historic
Charming 2-Bedroom Rental in the Heart of Lexington! Welcome to 248 East 5th Street—a cozy and well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home currently used as a rental in a walkable, up-and-coming area near downtown Lexington. This property features a functional floor plan with a bright living space, spacious kitchen, and comfortable bedrooms. The home also includes a covered front porch, off-street parking, and a fenced backyard—making it an attractive option for tenants or potential homeowners. Located just minutes from Transylvania University, restaurants, parks, and local shops, this property offers convenience and consistent rental appeal. Don't miss out—schedule your showing today and see the potential at 248 E 5th Street!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights bright living space, spacious kitchen, and off-street parking as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,280/month
Principal & Interest$1,020
Property Tax$195
Insurance$65
Down payment20% ($39,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.83% rate · 30yr fixed · $156,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1900
HeatingOther
CoolingOther
ParkingNo Data
Lot5,998 sqft
Days on Zillow247 Days
Price/sqft$197
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1900
Systems
HeatingOther
CoolingOther
ConstructionVinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
Lot5,998 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodDuncan Park
Annual tax$1,391
Parcel17042450
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
5 categories of property features
Interior Features
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Other
Cooling
Other
Exterior Features
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Views
Neighborhood
Room details
6 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
FirstBedroom1
FirstBathroom1
FirstKitchen
FirstLiving Room
FirstLiving Room
FirstListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market247
Est. rent$1,368/mo
Tax rate0.84%
Price/sqft$197
On marketAug 5, 2025
PostedAug 5, 2025
Last sold$49,000
MLS updatedSep 12, 2025
Tour days9
Views310
Favorites16
How are the schools in Lexington?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Lexington, KY, 40508
Price history
16 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 5, 2025Listed For Sale$195,000$197Imagine MLS
May 7, 2025Listing Removed$1,295$1Zillow Rentals
Apr 18, 2025Listed For Rent$1,295$1Zillow Rentals
Sep 13, 2024Listing Removed$1,295$1Zillow Rentals
Aug 8, 2024Price Change$1,295$1Zillow Rentals
Jul 25, 2024Listed For Rent$1,350$1Zillow Rentals
Jul 18, 2019Listing Removed$875$1Eckman Properties, LLC
Jul 8, 2019Listed For Rent$875$1Eckman Properties, LLC
Dec 3, 2018Listing Removed$795$1Eckman Properties, LLC
Nov 1, 2018Price Change$795$1Eckman Properties, LLC
Oct 2, 2018Listed For Rent$850$1Eckman Properties, LLC
Jul 27, 2017Listing Removed$825$1Eckman Properties, LLC
Jul 12, 2017Listed For Rent$825$1Eckman Properties, LLC
Jul 13, 2016Sold$49,000$49Public Record
Apr 1, 2004Sold$38,000$38Imagine MLS
Nov 7, 2001Sold$38,500$39Imagine MLS
Listed For Sale$195,000
Aug 5, 2025•$197/sqft•Imagine MLS
Listing Removed$1,295
May 7, 2025•$1/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent$1,295
Apr 18, 2025•$1/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Listing Removed$1,295
Sep 13, 2024•$1/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Price Change$1,295
Aug 8, 2024•$1/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent$1,350
Jul 25, 2024•$1/sqft•Zillow Rentals
Listing Removed$875
Jul 18, 2019•$1/sqft•Eckman Properties, LLC
Listed For Rent$875
Jul 8, 2019•$1/sqft•Eckman Properties, LLC
Listing Removed$795
Dec 3, 2018•$1/sqft•Eckman Properties, LLC
Price Change$795
Nov 1, 2018•$1/sqft•Eckman Properties, LLC
Listed For Rent$850
Oct 2, 2018•$1/sqft•Eckman Properties, LLC
Listing Removed$825
Jul 27, 2017•$1/sqft•Eckman Properties, LLC
Listed For Rent$825
Jul 12, 2017•$1/sqft•Eckman Properties, LLC
Sold$49,000
Jul 13, 2016•$49/sqft•Public Record
Sold$38,000
Apr 1, 2004•$38/sqft•Imagine MLS
Sold$38,500
Nov 7, 2001•$39/sqft•Imagine MLS
Tax history
17 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$1,391$112,500
Apr 9, 2022$1,437$112,500
Apr 9, 2021$511$40,000
Apr 9, 2020$511$40,000
Apr 9, 2019$511$40,000
Apr 9, 2018$511$40,000
Apr 9, 2017$487$40,000
Apr 9, 2015$448$40,000
Apr 9, 2014$448$40,000
Apr 9, 2012$448$40,000
Apr 9, 2011——
Apr 9, 2010——
Apr 9, 2009——
Apr 9, 2008—$40,000
Apr 9, 2006——
Apr 9, 2005——
Apr 9, 2004——
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Lexington, KY • Fayette County
Nearby neighborhoods
Blueberry Hill-Brigadoon-Stoneybrook-BaraltoCardinal Hill-Pine MeadowCentral DowntownDuncan ParkGardenside-ColonyIndian Hills-Stonewall Estates-MonticelloKenawood-Rockwood-Hi-Acres-Deep SpringReservoirSouthland-Deerfield-Open GatesUniversity of Kentucky
Nearby cities
Lexington
Nearby zip codes
40502405034050440505405084050940511405144051540517
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