Investor Special in Prime Lexington Location - 286 Idle Hour Dr
Unlock the potential of this classic ranch with basement located in the highly sought-after Idle Hour neighborhood! With solid bones and endless possibilities, this home offers the perfect opportunity for investors, flippers, or buyers looking to renovate and build equity.
The main level features a traditional layout with spacious living areas. Downstairs, the full walkout basement offers additional square footage that could easily be finished for added living space.
Outside, enjoy a flat lot with mature landscaping perfect for entertaining or expansion. Located just minutes from downtown Lexington, UK, New Circle Rd, and popular shopping and dining, the location can't be beat.
Bring your vision and your contractor—this is a rare chance to transform a well-located home into a showstopper or income-producing property.
Being sold as-is. Priced for renovation. Schedule your showing today and imagine the possibilities!
Sold for $280,000 on 07/24/25
$280,000
286 Idle Hour Dr, Lexington, KY 40502
3beds
1,509sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
0.5 Acres Lot
$280,200 Zestimate®
$186/sqft
$2,318 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 28, 2025 at 11:51am
Listed by:
Jared D Shoemaker 606-922-9325,
Keller Williams Legacy Group,
Jenny Mateyoke 859-533-9427,
Keller Williams Legacy Group
Bought with:
Jared D Shoemaker, 285048
Keller Williams Legacy Group
Jenny Mateyoke, 206735
Keller Williams Legacy Group
Source: Imagine MLS,MLS#: 25014787

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: None
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Primary First Floor, Dining Area, Bedroom First Floor
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Basement, Dining Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,509
- Total interior livable area: 1,509 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,509
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.50 Acres
- Features: Inside New Circle Road
Details
- Parcel number: 17052650
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Dimensional Style
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lexington
- Subdivision: Idle Hour
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Services availability

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