Experience timeless downtown living in this remarkable historic home, where character meets comfort. Oldest part was built in 1813 with the main addition added by 1836. This agriculturally significant residence is listed on the national register of historic homes. Step inside to find expansive, light filled rooms with high ceilings, six fireplaces, freshly refinished hardwood floors with elegant trim work, stylish bar and the kitchen perfectly suited for entertaining. Owner suit includes fireplace, walk-in closet, and spa- inspired bath with soaking tub, glass shower and dual vanities. Additional highlights includes a flexible office or guest room, workshop, laundry room, ample storage and a two car garage carport off the rear ally. Recent upgrades include a new roof, HVAC, deck, landscaping, appliances and beautifully renovated bath. Perfectly located just a short walk to downtown shops, restaurants, Rup Arena .....
Sold for $779,000 on 06/06/25
$779,000
636 W Short St, Lexington, KY 40508
4beds
3,317sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1814
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$805,700 Zestimate®
$235/sqft
$2,514 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 06, 2025 at 10:17pm
Listed by:
Fred Kamdar 859-321-0340,
Lifstyl Real Estate
Bought with:
Michael H McNeill, 183869
Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Imagine MLS,MLS#: 25008003

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
Cooling
- Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Down Draft, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Bedroom First Floor, Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s), Wet Bar
- Flooring: Other, Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Blinds
- Basement: Partial,Partially Finished,Walk-Up Access,Sump Pump,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Masonry, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,317
- Total interior livable area: 3,317 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,097
- Finished area below ground: 220
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 4,356 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 11705900
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other, Solid Masonry
- Foundation: Stone, Other
- Roof: Metal,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1814
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lexington
- Subdivision: Downtown
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: Central Heating/Cooling, Trash, Sewer, Water