271 E 5th St, Lexington, KY 40508
OFF MARKET

$251,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,968 sqft

271 E 5th St, Lexington, KY 40508

Duncan Park
Est. Refi. Payment $1,524/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 12, 2021 for $161,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$252K
Since last month
Decreased$11K (-4.2%)
Since last year
Decreased$9K (-3.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$92K (+57.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +61% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$253K
August 2026$252K
July 2026$264K
June 2026$272K
May 2026$265K
April 2026$267K
March 2026$266K
February 2026$262K
January 2026$266K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
449 Ohio St, Lexington, KY
0.08
Single-Family Home
$138,000
11/14/25
3
1
1,694
304 E 5th St, Lexington, KY
0.07
Single-Family Home
$118,000
10/23/25
4
2
1,550
554 Chestnut St, Lexington, KY
0.16
Single-Family Home
$178,000
07/17/26
3
1
1,251
188 Eddie St #192, Lexington, KY
0.35
Single-Family Home
$210,000
07/28/26
3
2
2,074
443 Ohio St, Lexington, KY
0.09
Single-Family Home
$151,000
03/20/26
2
1
1,063
457 Johnson Ave, Lexington, KY
0.26
Single-Family Home
$318,000
10/24/25
3
1
1,918
443 Chestnut St, Lexington, KY
0.13
Single-Family Home
$109,900
05/27/26
3
1
1,144
140 Alabama Ave, Lexington, KY
0.32
Single-Family Home
$280,000
11/24/25
3
2
1,563
331 Wilgus Ave, Lexington, KY
0.27
Single-Family Home
$242,500
05/08/26
3
1.5
1,260
511 Breckenridge St, Lexington, KY
0.37
Single-Family Home
$212,000
09/22/25
3
1.5
1,492

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
449 Ohio St, Lexington, KY 40508
0.08
$138,000
3
1
1,694
Recently Sold
515 Elm Tree Ln, Lexington, KY 40508
0.03
$290,200
4
2
2,164
Off Market
433 Elm Tree Ln, Lexington, KY 40508
0.08
$284,800
3
2.5
1,200
Off Market
443 Ohio St, Lexington, KY 40508
0.09
$151,000
2
1
1,063
Recently Sold
524 Elm Tree Ln #1, Lexington, KY 40508
0.04
$214,600
2
1
1,054
Off Market
523 1/2 Ohio St, Lexington, KY 40508
0.05
$110,000
2
1
696
For Sale
523 Ohio St #1/2, Lexington, KY 40508
0.05
-
2
1
696
Off Market
440 Ohio St, Lexington, KY 40508
0.11
$168,100
2
1
900
Off Market
522 Ohio St, Lexington, KY 40508
0.07
$152,600
2
1
714
Off Market
436 Ohio St, Lexington, KY 40508
0.12
$100,000
2
1
928
For Sale
457 Chestnut St, Lexington, KY 40508
0.11
$100,000
3
1
810
For Sale
541 Elm Tree Ln, Lexington, KY 40508
0.07
$625,500
4
3.5
2,711
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 271 E 5th St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1900
Living Area
1,968 sqft
Price/Sqft
$128

About this House

Charming, Downtown and Character describe this home. This stunning 2 story home is on a very nice corner lot in a hot neighborhood. It is in walking distance of Gratz Park, Lex Live, Lyric Theater, and the Kentucky Theater, also with so many Restaurants near by. The rooms are large with tall ceilings an Eat in kitchen, a den and a beautiful living room. Up the staircase is a large primary bedroom , 2nd bedroom, full bath ,dressing room/office. Some updates are new ''stainless appliances'', and new fencing. Natural light abounds this home. Screened in porch with a very nice backyard for all your landscaping ideas and off street parking. Come live downtown!! Being Sold As Is
271 E 5th St, Lexington, KY 40508 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,968 sqft single-family home in Duncan Park, built in 1900. It last sold for $161,000 on Oct 12, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $251,800, with a rent estimate of $2,453/month.

Home Details for 271 E 5th St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details
AtticNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: VinylPatio
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2Parking: Carport, Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6098 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 12, 2021
Source: Imagine MLS #20119676
Sold
$161,000
Sep 13, 2021
Source: Imagine MLS #20119676
Pending
$155,000
Sep 10, 2021
Source: Imagine MLS #20119676
Listed For Sale
$155,000
Mar 16, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$155,000
Mar 3, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$155,000
Price decreased by 14%

Market trends in Lexington

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$336K
$4.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.7%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$196
$1MoM
Available listings
1048
104MoM

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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
    Flag
  • 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
    Flag
  • 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 271 E 5th St

  • What is 271 E 5th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 271 E 5th St in Lexington, KY is $251,800.
  • What is the price history for 271 E 5th St?
    271 E 5th St in Lexington, KY last sold for $161,000 in October 2021.
  • 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 $336K. That is up $4.83K from the prior month.
  • Does 271 E 5th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 271 E 5th St in Lexington, KY has air conditioning.
  • Does 271 E 5th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 271 E 5th St in Lexington, KY has in-unit laundry.

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