159 E 3rd St, Lexington, KY 40508
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OFF MARKET

159 E 3rd St
Lexington, KY 40508

Duncan Park
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,284 sqft

$260,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026

$260,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,284 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1850
Living Area
1,284 sqft
Price/Sqft
$203

About this House

Beautifully renovated brick home right next to The Carrick House and super close to Transylvania University. This home has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with exposed brick walls and an extra great room. Spacious with very tall ceilings and assigned parking at the back. The rent is $1,350/month, $1350 security deposit, minimum 2 year lease, no pets (no exceptions), no smoking, no Section 8 accepted. All applicants 18 years or older have to fill out application ($40). May be required to provide pay stubs and/or bank statements with application.
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The rent is $1,350/month, $1350 security deposit, minimum 2 year lease, no pets (no exceptions), no smoking, no Section 8 accepted. All applicants 18 years or older have to fill out application ($40). May be required to provide pay stubs and/or bank statements with application.
159 E 3rd St, Lexington, KY 40508 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,284 sqft single-family home in Duncan Park, built in 1850. It last sold for $850,000 on Jun 23, 2011. More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2021 with an asking price of $1,350 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 6, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $260,900, with a rent estimate of $1,343/month.

Home Details for 159 E 3rd St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1850
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: BrickPatio
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3920 sqft

Price History for 159 E 3rd St

DatePriceEventSource
03/06/2021ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
02/03/2021$1,350Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager
06/23/2011$850,000Sold
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Market trends in Lexington

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$332K
$5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$195
$4MoM
Available listings
939
15MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$2,603
Assessment$210,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 159 E 3rd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
336 Ohio St, Lexington, KY
0.26
Single-Family Home
$159,990
02/27/26
2
1
1,100
341 N Limestone, Lexington, KY
0.15
Single-Family Home
$204,000
03/02/26
3
1
1,133
424 Johnson Ave, Lexington, KY
0.22
Single-Family Home
$492,500
04/17/26
2
2.5
1,832
134 Deweese St, Lexington, KY
0.31
Single-Family Home
$280,000
07/20/26
3
1
1,145
457 Johnson Ave, Lexington, KY
0.24
Single-Family Home
$318,000
10/24/25
3
1
1,918
117 W 5th St, Lexington, KY
0.34
Single-Family Home
$182,000
10/30/25
2
1
1,286
450 N Upper St, Lexington, KY
0.30
Single-Family Home
$495,000
04/24/26
3
2
1,903
549 N Limestone, Lexington, KY
0.41
Single-Family Home
$240,000
03/20/26
2
1
840
443 Ohio St, Lexington, KY
0.31
Single-Family Home
$151,000
03/20/26
2
1
1,063
413 E 4th St, Lexington, KY
0.36
Single-Family Home
$65,000
06/10/26
2
1
1,128

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Duncan Park
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What Locals Say about Duncan Park

At least 29 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say parking is easy

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say car is needed

  • 58 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say it's quiet

  • 39 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 30 % Say there are community events

  • 27 % Say there's wildlife

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "West sixth is right down the street, the people that live on the block are very friendly. It’s a great sometimes quiet neighborhood "
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  • B.
    "loud neighborhood. cars with bass play music at all hours and have no respect for neighbors. not safe. people throw trash on sidewalks and grass. robberies happen all the time. prostitution, drugs, not somewhere you want to live. only positive is there is a bus line. "
    24
    Flag
  • Naomi S.
    "I love the fact the store is around the corner and family live very close by and people are very friendly and quiet street"
    5
    Flag
  • Matt W
    "I either walk or drive, about a 10 minute walk or a 3 minute drive. There are main bus routes in the neighborhood though making it very easy to get downtown quickly. "
    1
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  • Krn_allen
    "The drug and prostitution problem. It’s really getting out of control. I hate when the children are getting out of school and they have to see a lot of the foolishness while walking home. "
    14
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  • SamanthaLink7
    "It’s close to downtown, and so there is plenty space to walk your dog. There is plenty sidewalk space to you don’t have to pick where you walk. In the summer the water fountains are running and the dogs love to play in them. "
    6
    Flag

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Frequently asked questions about 159 E 3rd St

  • What is 159 E 3rd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 159 E 3rd St in Lexington, KY is $260,900.
  • What is the price history for 159 E 3rd St?
    159 E 3rd St in Lexington, KY last sold for $850,000 in June 2011.
  • Is Lexington a buyer's or seller's market?
    Lexington is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Lexington?
    The median sale price in Lexington is $332K. That is up $5K from the prior month.
  • Does 159 E 3rd St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 159 E 3rd St in Lexington, KY has air conditioning.
  • Does 159 E 3rd St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 159 E 3rd St in Lexington, KY has in-unit laundry.