Sold for $440,000 on 08/01/24
$440,000
1501 N Forbes Rd, Lexington, KY 40511
3beds
2,565sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
0.42 Acres Lot
$464,400 Zestimate®
$172/sqft
$2,028 Estimated rent
Home value
$464,400
$427,000 - $506,000
$2,028/mo
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What's special
Come visit this stunning all brick 1 ½ story home on partially finished basement in the much-desired Meadowthorpe neighborhood! Home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths on the main level with 2 car attached garage. You are greeted by the entry foyer that leads to a large living room with beautiful hardwood floors and built in bookshelves. Open concept with an abundance of natural light as the living room opens to the dining area and flows directly into the gourmet kitchen. The gorgeous kitchen is a Chef's delight with massive island with Quartz countertops, lovely farm sink, marble backsplash, Bosh appliances, gas cooktop with downdraft, huge walk-in pantry, and a Sub-zero refrigerator. You will enjoy the comfort of the sunroom that opens from the kitchen and easy access to the back patio and garage Primary bedroom with ensuite bath has custom tile shower and lavatory. Two additional nice sized bedrooms and additional hall bath with marble floors on the 1st floor. Large bonus room upstairs would be great for a craft room or a large office space. Walk-in attic is floored and could be finished but great for all your storage needs.. The basement has huge recreation room for all your entertainment needs and the unfinished basement has utility room, mechanical room, laundry sink and abundant amount of storage space. You will love the outdoor patio and privacy with flat, fenced backyard for grilling and entertaining as well. Call today for your own private viewing!
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 28, 2025 at 11:52pm
Listed by:
Lura K Justice 859-338-6099,
Rector Hayden Realtors,
Richard L Justice 859-333-6588,
Rector Hayden Realtors
Bought with:
Laken Prince-Frisby, 284765
National Real Estate
Source: Imagine MLS,MLS#: 24014033
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Description: Full Bath
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Description: Full Bath
- Level: First
Bonus room
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Other
- Description: Sunroom
- Level: First
Other
- Description: Sunroom
- Level: First
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Disposal, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Master Downstairs, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Blinds
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,565
- Total interior livable area: 2,565 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,047
- Finished area below ground: 518
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Garage Faces Side
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Privacy,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods, Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.42 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 46090550
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Dimensional Style
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park
Location
- Region: Lexington
- Subdivision: Meadowthorpe
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2024 | Sold | $440,000+2.3%$172/sqft |
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| 7/13/2024 | Pending sale | $429,900$168/sqft |
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| 7/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $429,900+22.9%$168/sqft |
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| 5/2/2019 | Sold | $349,900$136/sqft |
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| 3/31/2019 | Pending sale | $349,900$136/sqft |
Source: Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty #1906470 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $4,470 | $349,900 |
| 2021 | $4,470 | $349,900 |
| 2020 | $4,470 +42.3% | $349,900 +42.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Meadowthorpe
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Meadowthorpe Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Leestown Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Paul Laurence Dunbar High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Meadowthorpe
- Middle: Leestown
- High: Dunbar
Source: Imagine MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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