448 W 3rd Street, Lexington, KY 40508
$1,300,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
6
Baths:
3
Square Footage:
4,571
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
10,010
Status:
Pending
Current Price:
$1,300,000
List Date:
6/16/2026
Last Modified:
6/22/2026
Overview
Description
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Step into one of Lexington's most treasured homes -- a striking Italianate masterpiece with a story as beautiful as its architecture. Built circa 1872 as the official parsonage for Centenary Methodist Episcopal Church, this iconic residence has stood proudly on West Third Street for over 150 years, offering timeless elegance and an irreplaceable sense of presence in the Northside Historic District . Designed with care and craftsmanship attributed to Cincinnatus Shryock, the home features hallmark Italianate elements including tall arched windows, ornate bracketed cornices, and a symmetrical, commanding façade . Inside, soaring ceilings, beveled and leaded glass windows, original hardwood floors, and six fireplaces set the tone for a space that is both stately and warmly livable. Every detail has been lovingly restored or enhanced. The sunroom addition, flooded with natural light, creates a peaceful retreat that flows seamlessly into the designer kitchen--complete with Taj Mahal quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and elegant brass accents. The bathrooms feature a curated mix of vintage tile, marble finishes, and thoughtful modern updates that preserve the home's character while elevating everyday comfort. Upstairs, a private copper-roofed balcony overlooks a partially fenced backyard filled with mature trees, providing a quiet escape in the heart of downtown. The detached garage, updated zoned HVAC, modern electrical systems, and preserved period millwork offer a rare fusion of historic integrity and present-day convenience. This home's legacy is matched only by its livability. It's walkable to Gratz Park, Jefferson Street dining, and Transylvania University, and is recognized by the Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation -- a designation that ensures its beauty and cultural importance will be safeguarded for years to come . More than just a home, 448 West Third Street is a landmark -- lovingly restored, remarkably maintained, and ready to inspire its next chapter.
Listing Details MLS# 26013972
Listing Information
- Comp Sale YN
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
Status Change Information
- Status Change Timestamp
- 2026-06-16
- Purchase Contract Date
- 2026-06-16
Address
- County
- Fayette
- Street Number
- 448
- Street Direction Prefix
- W
- Street Name
- 3rd
- Street Suffix
- Street
- State
- KY
- Zip Code
- 40508
- Directions
- start by taking Exit 113 off I-75/I-64, which connects to North Broadway (US-68 S) heading toward downtown Lexington. Stay on North Broadway for approximately 3.5 miles as it enters the heart of the c
- Parcel Number
- 13423900
- Tax District
- 01
Contract
- Original List Price
- 1300000
- Start Showing Date
- 2026-06-16
- Listing Contract Date
- 2025-09-01
- Listing Agreement
- Exclusive Right To Sell
- Occupant Type
- Occupied
- Office Exclusive YN
- No
- List Price/SqFt
- 284.4
Tax Legal
- MLS Area Major
- 001 - Fayette County NW
- Subdivision Name
- Downtown
- High School District
- Fayette County - 1
Interior
- Bedrooms Total
- 6
- Bathrooms Total
- 3
- Bathrooms Full
- 2
- Bathrooms Half
- Yes
- Above Grade Finished Area
- 4571
- Below Grade Unfinished Area
- 1642
- Living Area
- 4571
- Living Area Source
- Appraiser
- Basement YN
- Yes
- Fireplace YN
- Yes
- Fireplaces Total
- 6
- Below Grade Finished Area
- 0
- Above Grade Unfinished Area
- 0
More Information
Parking Information
- Garage YN
- Yes
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Carport YN
- No
Building
- Year Built
- 1872
- Accessibility Features YN
- No
Lot
- Lot Size Source
- Appraiser
- Lot Size Acres
- 0.2298
- Lot Size Square Feet
- 10010
- 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
- Cable Connected
- Yes
- Electricity Connected
- Yes
- Natural Gas Connected
- Yes
- Phone Available
- Yes
- Sewer Connected
- Yes
- Water Connected
- Yes
- Underground Utilities
- Yes
Remarks
- Public Remarks
- Step into one of Lexington's most treasured homes -- a striking Italianate masterpiece with a story as beautiful as its architecture. Built circa 1872 as the official parsonage for Centenary Methodist Episcopal Church, this iconic residence has stood proudly on West Third Street for over 150 years, offering timeless elegance and an irreplaceable sense of presence in the Northside Historic District . Designed with care and craftsmanship attributed to Cincinnatus Shryock, the home features hallmark Italianate elements including tall arched windows, ornate bracketed cornices, and a symmetrical, commanding façade . Inside, soaring ceilings, beveled and leaded glass windows, original hardwood floors, and six fireplaces set the tone for a space that is both stately and warmly livable. Every detail has been lovingly restored or enhanced. The sunroom addition, flooded with natural light, creates a peaceful retreat that flows seamlessly into the designer kitchen--complete with Taj Mahal quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and elegant brass accents. The bathrooms feature a curated mix of vintage tile, marble finishes, and thoughtful modern updates that preserve the home's character while elevating everyday comfort. Upstairs, a private copper-roofed balcony overlooks a partially fenced backyard filled with mature trees, providing a quiet escape in the heart of downtown. The detached garage, updated zoned HVAC, modern electrical systems, and preserved period millwork offer a rare fusion of historic integrity and present-day convenience. This home's legacy is matched only by its livability. It's walkable to Gratz Park, Jefferson Street dining, and Transylvania University, and is recognized by the Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation -- a designation that ensures its beauty and cultural importance will be safeguarded for years to come . More than just a home, 448 West Third Street is a landmark -- lovingly restored, remarkably maintained, and ready to inspire its next chapter.
Amenity Fee Details
- Amenity Fee YN
- No
Showing Information
- Showing Instructions
- Schedule Appointments through showing time. Please remove shoes, Rugs were professionally cleaned.
Room Types
- Bathroom 1 Level
- First
- Bathroom 2 Level
- Second
- Bathroom 3 Level
- Lower
- Bedroom 2 Level
- First
- Bedroom 3 Level
- First
- Bedroom 4 Level
- Second
- Bedroom 5 Level
- Second
- Dining Room Level
- First
- Family Room Level
- Second
- Kitchen Level
- Second
- Living Room Level
- First
- Office Level
- Second
- Other Level
- First
- Primary Bedroom Level
- Second
- Bathroom 1
- Yes
- Bathroom 2
- Yes
- Bathroom 3
- Yes
- Bedroom 2
- Yes
- Bedroom 3
- Yes
- Bedroom 4
- Yes
- Bedroom 5
- Yes
- Dining Room
- Yes
- Family Room
- Yes
- Kitchen
- Yes
- Living Room
- Yes
- Office
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
- Primary Bedroom
- Yes
Currently Not Used
- List Price/Acre
- 5657093.12
Tax & Legal
- Elementary School
- Harrison
- Middle Or Junior School
- Lexington Trad
- High School
- Lafayette
- Tax Rate
- 1.26
- Design Review District YN
- Yes
- Inside New Circle Road YN
- Yes
Association/Community
- Association YN
- No
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Yes
- Disposal
- Yes
- Gas Range
- Yes
- Microwave
- Yes
- Range
- Yes
- Refrigerator
- Yes
Attic Features
- Access Only
- Yes
- Partially Floored
- Yes
Basement
- Concrete
- Yes
- Interior Entry
- Yes
- Partial
- Yes
- Partially Finished
- Yes
- Walk-Up Access
- Yes
Construction Materials
- Solid Masonry
- Yes
- Wood Siding
- Yes
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Yes
- Central Air
- Yes
- Electric
- Yes
- Heat Pump
- Yes
Exterior Features
- Garden
- Yes
Fencing
- Partial
- Yes
- Wood
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Fireplace Features
- Dining Room
- Yes
- Family Room
- Yes
- Gas Log
- Yes
- Living Room
- Yes
- Masonry
- Yes
- Primary Bedroom
- Yes
Flooring
- Hardwood
- Yes
- Parquet
- Yes
- Tile
- Yes
Foundation Details
- Block
- Yes
- Stone
- Yes
Heating
- Electric
- Yes
- Forced Air
- Yes
- Heat Pump
- Yes
- Natural Gas
- Yes
Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar
- Yes
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Yes
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Yes
- Entrance Foyer
- Yes
- Primary First Floor
- Yes
Laundry Features
- Electric Dryer Hookup
- Yes
- Lower Level
- Yes
- Washer Hookup
- Yes
Levels
- Two
- Yes
Lot Features
- Few Trees
- Yes
- Landscaped
- Yes
Other Equipment
- Dehumidifier
- Yes
Parking Features
- Detached Garage
- Yes
- Driveway
- Yes
- Garage Faces Front
- Yes
- Off Street
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Patio And Porch Details
- Rear Patio
- Yes
- Front Porch
- Yes
- Side Porch
- Yes
Patio And Porch Features
- Patio
- Yes
- Porch
- Yes
Possession
- Close Of Escrow
- Yes
- Close Plus 3 Days
- Yes
- Negotiable
- Yes
Roof
- Dimensional Style
- Yes
- Flat
- Yes
- Metal
- Yes
- Shingle
- Yes
Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Yes
Structure Type
- House
- Yes
View
- Neighborhood
- Yes
Water Heater
- Gas
- Yes
Water Source
- Public
- Yes
Window Features
- Blinds
- Yes
- Insulated Windows
- Yes
- Skylight(s)
- Yes
- Storm Window(s)
- Yes
Showing Requirements
- Showing Service
- Yes
Property Features
Utilities:
Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Phone Available; Sewer Connected; Water Connected; Underground Utilities; Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Phone Available; Sewer Connected; Water Connected; Underground Utilities
Appliances:
Dishwasher; Disposal; Gas Range; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator
Attic Features:
Access Only; Partially Floored
Basement:
Concrete; Interior Entry; Partial; Partially Finished; Walk-Up Access
Construction Materials:
Solid Masonry; Wood Siding
Cooling:
Ceiling Fan(s); Central Air; Electric; Heat Pump
Exterior Features:
Garden
Fencing:
Partial; Wood; Other
Fireplace Features:
Dining Room; Family Room; Gas Log; Living Room; Masonry; Primary Bedroom
Flooring:
Hardwood; Parquet; Tile
Foundation Details:
Block; Stone
Heating:
Electric; Forced Air; Heat Pump; Natural Gas
Interior Features:
Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Primary First Floor
Laundry Features:
Electric Dryer Hookup; Lower Level; Washer Hookup
Levels:
Two
Lot Features:
Few Trees; Landscaped
Other Equipment:
Dehumidifier
Parking Features:
Detached Garage; Driveway; Garage Faces Front; Off Street; Other
Patio And Porch Details:
Rear Patio; Front Porch; Side Porch
Patio And Porch Features:
Patio; Porch
Possession:
Close Of Escrow; Close Plus 3 Days; Negotiable
Roof:
Dimensional Style; Flat; Metal; Shingle
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Structure Type:
House
View:
Neighborhood
Water Heater:
Gas
Water Source:
Public
Window Features:
Blinds; Insulated Windows; Skylight(s); Storm Window(s)
Showing Requirements:
Showing Service
Room Types:
Bathroom 1; Bathroom 2; Bathroom 3; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bedroom 5; Dining Room; Family Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Office; Other; Primary Bedroom
Room Information
| Room Name | Level | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Bedroom | First | Fireplace/ Gas, |
| Kitchen | First | Taj countertops, new appliances/ New high end kitchen cabinets |
| Living Room | First | Brass fan, built-in bookcase, gas Fireplace, Marble |
| Other | First | Entryway/vestibule/foyer-Windows and sidelights, French Doors |
| Bedroom 2 | First | Fireplace / Gas logs, Marble surround/ Used as Dining room or bedroom |
| Bathroom 1 | First | Build in cabinets, Tile flooring/surround, Cast Iron Tub |
| Bedroom 3 | First | Closer with access to dinning room |
| Dining Room | First | Off of the Family room in sunroom |
| Family Room | First | In sunroom next to kitchen |
| Family Room | Second | Gas Fireplace, Bookshelves (End of Hall on left) |
| Bedroom 4 | Second | Fireplace / Gas Logs used as Upstairs Dining Room or bedroom |
| Office | Second | Home Office or Bonus Room |
| Primary Bedroom | Second | Gas Fireplace, Closet |
| Bedroom 5 | Second | Built-in Closet Organizer |
| Kitchen | Second | Appliances, 2 Pantries, Glass-front Cabinets |
| Bathroom 2 | Second | Built-in cabinets, Vanity with Mirror |
| Bathroom 3 | Lower | 1/2 Bathroom in Basement |
Listing Office:
United Real Estate Bluegrass
Last Updated: June - 22 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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