Historically recognized both locally and Nationally. Become part of the detailed history alongside Abraham Lincoln who stayed here once upon a time. The underground railroad stopped here, marked by the now 200 year old towering Oak tree. The false wall and space in the basement still exists exactly as it did when built in 1843.
Original details include 12' ceilings, massive pocket doors, plaster mouldings and original wood floors. The floor plan allows for large scale entertaining and separates public from private spaces.
Currently used as a private residence, it once was Lexington's first Bed & Breakfast with 6 suites and owner's apartment. Use could be returned to a BNB, mutli-family, short term rental or a myriad of commercial uses. The apartment with separate entrance is ideal for college students, in-laws or a rental.
Situated on more than a half acre, it's completely gated, private and offers possibilities for a pool.
The 3 bay carriage house serves as a garage and expansive driveway offers plenty of off street parking.
Massive stand up attic and basement have potential for even more finished space. Priced below current appraised value Seller has found another property. Furnishings can be made available.
Sold for $968,000 on 06/28/23
$968,000
467 W 2nd St, Lexington, KY 40507
6beds
5,194sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1843
0.51 Acres Lot
$1,195,500 Zestimate®
$186/sqft
$5,671 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 11, 2024 at 07:35am
Listed by:
Carlos Elliott 859-361-2709,
Lifstyl Real Estate
Bought with:
Thaddeus Blevins, 239945
The Brokerage
Source: Imagine MLS,MLS#: 23008913

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Description: In the apartment
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas, Zoned
Cooling
- Electric, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Other, Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s), Blinds
- Basement: Unfinished,Sump Pump
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,194
- Total interior livable area: 5,194 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,194
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Privacy,Wood,Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 13898950
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Solid Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1843
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lexington
- Subdivision: Downtown
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Services availability

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