340 New Street, Lexington, KY 40507

$1,095,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 3,030 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 4,961 Status: Active
Current Price: $1,095,000 List Date: 4/27/2026 Last Modified: 4/27/2026

Overview

Description

One of Lexington's most distinctive examples of adaptive reuse, this exceptional residence began as an 1880s carriage house, thoughtfully transformed into a home in 1966 by renowned architect Clyde Carpenter, and more recently updated by its current owners to honor its historic character while incorporating modern amenities. From the moment you enter through the original hinged front door, the home makes a striking impression—highlighted by a dramatic see-through fireplace, soaring volume ceilings, and beautifully restored wood flooring. The modernized kitchen and bathrooms blend seamlessly with the home's architectural heritage, offering both style and functionality. The inviting courtyard creates a private outdoor retreat, while the original addition presents endless possibilities for customization—whether as a studio, guest space, or home office.Ideally situated in the heart of Lexington, adjacent to Gratz Park and just moments from Transylvania University and downtown convenien ...

Listing Details MLS# 26009151

Listing Information

Comp Sale YN
No
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence

Status Change Information

Status Change Timestamp
2026-04-27

Address

County
Fayette
Street Number
340
Street Name
New
Street Suffix
Street
State
KY
Zip Code
40507
Directions
South Broadway to right on W. Third Street to right onto Mill Street to right onto New Street. Please park in driveway just before and next to 340 New Street.
Parcel Number
10957425
Tax District
01

Contract

Original List Price
1095000
Start Showing Date
2026-04-27
Listing Contract Date
2026-04-24
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Right To Sell
Occupant Type
Occupied
Office Exclusive YN
No
List Price/SqFt
361.39

Tax Legal

MLS Area Major
002 - Fayette County NE
Subdivision Name
Gratz Park
High School District
Fayette County - 1

Interior

Bedrooms Total
3
Bathrooms Total
3
Bathrooms Full
3
Above Grade Finished Area
3030
Living Area
3030
Living Area Source
Appraiser
Basement YN
No
Fireplace YN
Yes
Fireplaces Total
Yes
Bathrooms Half
0
Below Grade Finished Area
0
Above Grade Unfinished Area
0
Below Grade Unfinished Area
0

More Information

Parking Information

Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
Yes
Carport YN
No

Building

Year Built
1880
Accessibility Features YN
No

Lot

Lot Size Source
Public Records
Lot Size Acres
0.1139
Lot Size Square Feet
4961.484
Pool Private YN
No
View YN
Yes
Waterfront YN
No
Water Body Access YN
No
Horse YN
No

Utilities

Cooling YN
Yes
Heating YN
Yes
Electricity Connected
Yes
Natural Gas Connected
Yes
Sewer Connected
Yes
Water Connected
Yes

Remarks

Public Remarks
One of Lexington's most distinctive examples of adaptive reuse, this exceptional residence began as an 1880s carriage house, thoughtfully transformed into a home in 1966 by renowned architect Clyde Carpenter, and more recently updated by its current owners to honor its historic character while incorporating modern amenities. From the moment you enter through the original hinged front door, the home makes a striking impression—highlighted by a dramatic see-through fireplace, soaring volume ceilings, and beautifully restored wood flooring. The modernized kitchen and bathrooms blend seamlessly with the home's architectural heritage, offering both style and functionality. The inviting courtyard creates a private outdoor retreat, while the original addition presents endless possibilities for customization—whether as a studio, guest space, or home office.Ideally situated in the heart of Lexington, adjacent to Gratz Park and just moments from Transylvania University and downtown conveniences, this one-of-a-kind property offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of history reimagined for contemporary living. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity

Amenity Fee Details

Amenity Fee YN
No

Room Types

Bathroom 1 Level
First
Bathroom 2 Level
Second
Bathroom 3 Level
Third
Bedroom 2 Level
Second
Bedroom 3 Level
Third
Den Level
Second
Dining Room Level
First
Foyer Level
First
Great Room Level
First
Kitchen Level
First
Office Level
Third
Other Level
Third
Primary Bedroom Level
Second
Utility Room Level
Third
Bathroom 1
Yes
Bathroom 2
Yes
Bathroom 3
Yes
Bedroom 2
Yes
Bedroom 3
Yes
Den
Yes
Dining Room
Yes
Foyer
Yes
Great Room
Yes
Kitchen
Yes
Office
Yes
Other
Yes
Primary Bedroom
Yes
Utility Room
Yes

Currently Not Used

List Price/Acre
9613696.22

Tax & Legal

Elementary School
Harrison
Middle Or Junior School
Lexington Trad
High School
Lafayette
Tax Rate
1.2638
Design Review District YN
Yes
Inside New Circle Road YN
Yes

Association/Community

Association YN
No

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Range
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes

Community Features

Park
Yes

Construction Materials

Solid Masonry
Yes
Other
Yes

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s)
Yes
Central Air
Yes

Fencing

Wood
Yes

Fireplace Features

Gas Log
Yes
Gas Starter
Yes
Great Room
Yes
Wood Burning
Yes

Flooring

Slate
Yes
Tile
Yes
Wood
Yes
Other
Yes

Foundation Details

Slab
Yes

Heating

Forced Air
Yes

Interior Features

Breakfast Bar
Yes
Ceiling Fan(s)
Yes
Eat-in Kitchen
Yes
Entrance Foyer
Yes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Yes

Laundry Features

Electric Dryer Hookup
Yes
Upper Level
Yes
Washer Hookup
Yes

Levels

One and One Half
Yes

Parking Features

Detached Garage
Yes
Garage Faces Front
Yes
Other
Yes

Patio And Porch Details

Rear Patio
Yes

Patio And Porch Features

Patio
Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow
Yes

Roof

Metal
Yes
Shingle
Yes
Other
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Structure Type

House
Yes

View

Neighborhood
Yes

Water Heater

Electric
Yes

Water Source

Public
Yes

Window Features

Skylight(s)
Yes

Showing Requirements

Showing Service
Yes

Property Features

Utilities: Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Appliances: Dishwasher; Range; Refrigerator Community Features: Park Construction Materials: Solid Masonry; Other Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Air Fencing: Wood Fireplace Features: Gas Log; Gas Starter; Great Room; Wood Burning Flooring: Slate; Tile; Wood; Other Foundation Details: Slab Heating: Forced Air Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Upper Level; Washer Hookup Levels: One and One Half Parking Features: Detached Garage; Garage Faces Front; Other Patio And Porch Details: Rear Patio Patio And Porch Features: Patio Possession: Close Of Escrow Roof: Metal; Shingle; Other Sewer: Public Sewer Structure Type: House View: Neighborhood Water Heater: Electric Water Source: Public Window Features: Skylight(s) Showing Requirements: Showing Service Room Types: Bathroom 1; Bathroom 2; Bathroom 3; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Den; Dining Room; Foyer; Great Room; Kitchen; Office; Other; Primary Bedroom; Utility Room

Room Information

Room Name Level
Foyer First
Dining Room First
Kitchen First
Great Room First
Bathroom 1 First
Primary Bedroom Second
Bathroom 2 Second
Bedroom 2 Second
Den Second
Bedroom 3 Third
Bathroom 3 Third
Office Third
Utility Room Third
Other Third
Listing Office: Turf Town Properties
Last Updated: April - 27 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.