KY
Fayette
Lexington
40507
579 W Short Street
579 W Short Street, Lexington, KY 40507
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Listing Type
Single Family
Listing Status
Active
13
$800,000

Home Details for 579 W Short Street

Price
$800,000
Type
Residential
Bedrooms
3
Total Bathrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
2
Square feet
3897
Year built
1850
Lot size acres
0.151
County
Fayette
Total rooms
2
Garage
2
Basement
Bath/Stubbed, Partial, Partially Finished, Sump Pump
MLS Listing#
26013475
Property Description

Rare opportunity to own a piece of downtown Lexington history at 579 W Short Street. Ideally located in the heart of the city, this unique property places you within walking distance of Lexington's finest restaurants, shopping, entertainment, parks, and local attractions, offering the true downtown living experience. This three-story historic home is ready for its next chapter. The property has been extensively prepared for renovation, with much of the heavy lifting already completed, including updated electrical and plumbing systems, as well as excavation of the basement to create taller ceilings and expanded usable space. With the home gutted and ready for finishing, buyers have the unique opportunity to design and customize the interior to their own vision while preserving the character and charm of a historic downtown residence. Adding to the property's appeal is a detached two-car garage with a one-bedroom apartment above, offering excellent potential for rental income, guest quarters, a home office, or mother-in-law suite. With valuable yard space, off-street parking, income-producing possibilities, and an unbeatable downtown location, this is a rare chance to create a one-of-a-kind residence or investment property in one of Lexington's most sought-after areas. Bring your vision and transform this historic gem into something truly extraordinary.

Property Features
  • Parking
    • Driveway
    • Garage Door Opener
    • Off Street
    • Other
    • Garage Faces Rear
  • Basement
    • Bath/Stubbed
    • Partial
    • Partially Finished
    • Sump Pump
  • Utilities
    • Electricity Connected
    • Natural Gas Connected
    • Water Connected
  • Fire Place
    • Dining Room
    • Gas Log
    • Living Room
  • House Interior
    • Entrance Foyer
    • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Cooling Information
    • Electric
  • Heating Information
    • Electric
  • Water Features
    • Public
School Information
School Information for 579 W Short Street, Lexington, KY 40507
Elementary School
Harrison
Middle School
Lexington Trad
High School
Lafayette
Listing Courtesy: RE/MAX Elite Realty - 859-408-7922
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Last Updated: 2026-06-12 10:20:47
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EXIT REALTY CRUTCHER
60 Devils Hollow Rd, Frankfort, KY 40601
Kenny Hawkins
License #: 215465
Sales Representative
Office
502 783 6060
Agent
502 680 6195
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