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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $144,200 on Dec 29, 2021

159 RAND AVE

LEXINGTON, KY 40508
2
Baths
1,826 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
4,282 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$144,200 · Dec 29, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,329 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$107,500 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$107,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$107,500

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
22
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
CountyFayette
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Lexington Traditional Magnet SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
William Wells Brown Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Frederick Douglass High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Fayette County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 40508These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.170
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,928
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,741 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$36,773
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,436
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

Ownership

Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

159 Rand Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Lexington 40508
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Fayette County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Fayette County

How it measures up in Lexington 40508

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lexington 40508.

Living area1,826 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,235 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size4,282 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1933Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 159 Rand Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMartin Luther KingLexington 40508Fayette County
Living areabigger than1,826 ft²55% of homes75% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,282 ft²37% of homes39% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than192068% of homes43% of homes4% of homes

About 159 Rand Ave

When did 159 Rand Ave, Lexington, KY last sell?

159 Rand Ave, Lexington, KY last sold on Dec 29, 2021 for $144,200, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 159 Rand Ave, Lexington, KY?

159 Rand Ave, Lexington, KY has 2 bathrooms, 1,826 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 159 Rand Ave, Lexington, KY built?

159 Rand Ave, Lexington, KY was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 Rand Ave, Lexington, KY?

159 Rand Ave, Lexington, KY is assigned to Lexington Traditional Magnet School (middle), rated C+; William Wells Brown Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Frederick Douglass High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Fayette County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Rand Ave, Lexington, KY compare to other homes in Lexington 40508?

Among the 6,083 homes in Lexington 40508, it is bigger than 75% of them (1,826 ft² against a typical 1,235 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (4,282 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1920 against a typical 1933). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 159 Rand Ave, Lexington, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Rand Ave, Lexington, KY was $1,329. The county assessed it at $107,500.

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