461 N Limestone, Lexington, KY 40508

$1,950,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 6,024 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 43,057 Status: Closed
Current Price: $1,950,000 List Date: 7/07/2025 Last Modified: 9/28/2025

Overview

Description

Step into a rare piece of Lexington history with this exquisite c.1812 residence, known as Rose Hill or the John Brand House. Perfectly situated on nearly an acre just blocks from the energy of downtown, this distinguished property blends historic charm with modern updates in a truly remarkable setting. The main house, offering one-level living, features soaring 13-foot ceilings, original hardwood floors, and graciously proportioned rooms ideal for entertaining. A welcoming entry foyer leads to a spacious living room, formal dining room, cozy den, and four bedrooms with three full baths. Recent renovations include a stunning kitchen framed by brick and glass walls, opening to a beautifully landscaped private patio—an inviting space that connects seamlessly to the carriage house and gardens beyond. The luxurious primary suite includes walk-in closets and renovated bath, offering comfort and elegance in equal measure. The detached carriage house is ideal for guests - complete with livi ...

Listing Details MLS# 25014587

Listing Information

Comp Sale YN
No
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence

Status Change Information

Status Change Timestamp
2025-08-28
Purchase Contract Date
2025-08-04
Close Date
2025-08-28
Close Price
1950000
Buyer Financing
Cash
Sale Type
Arms Length Sale
Concessions Comments
no

Address

County
Fayette
Street Number
461
Street Direction Prefix
N
Street Name
Limestone
State
KY
Zip Code
40508
Directions
Located on the corner of North Limestone and Fifth Street. Turn left on Fifth and take immediate left into the drive and parking area.
Parcel Number
10809600
Tax District
01

Contract

Original List Price
2250000
Start Showing Date
2025-07-07
Listing Contract Date
2025-07-07
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Right To Sell
Occupant Type
Occupied
Office Exclusive YN
No
List Price/SqFt
373.51
Sold Price/SqFt
323.71
SP/LP
0.87

Tax Legal

MLS Area Major
001 - Fayette County NW
Subdivision Name
Downtown
High School District
Fayette County - 1

Interior

Bedrooms Total
5
Bathrooms Total
4
Bathrooms Full
4
Above Grade Finished Area
6024
Below Grade Unfinished Area
900
Living Area
6024
Living Area Source
Appraiser
Basement YN
Yes
Fireplace YN
Yes
Bathrooms Half
0
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
1812

Lot

Lot Size Source
Public Records
Lot Size Acres
0.988
Lot Size Square Feet
43057
View YN
Yes
Waterfront YN
No
Water Body Access YN
No

Utilities

Cooling YN
Yes
Heating YN
Yes

Remarks

Public Remarks
Step into a rare piece of Lexington history with this exquisite c.1812 residence, known as Rose Hill or the John Brand House. Perfectly situated on nearly an acre just blocks from the energy of downtown, this distinguished property blends historic charm with modern updates in a truly remarkable setting. The main house, offering one-level living, features soaring 13-foot ceilings, original hardwood floors, and graciously proportioned rooms ideal for entertaining. A welcoming entry foyer leads to a spacious living room, formal dining room, cozy den, and four bedrooms with three full baths. Recent renovations include a stunning kitchen framed by brick and glass walls, opening to a beautifully landscaped private patio—an inviting space that connects seamlessly to the carriage house and gardens beyond. The luxurious primary suite includes walk-in closets and renovated bath, offering comfort and elegance in equal measure. The detached carriage house is ideal for guests - complete with living area, kitchen, bedroom, dressing room, and full bath. Additional features include a charming smokehouse (ideal for a potting shed), a newer 2-car garage w/loft storage and ample off street parking.

Showing Information

Showing Instructions
Showing Assist. Qualified Buyers only please.

Currently Not Used

List Price/Acre
2277327.94

Tax & Legal

Elementary School
Harrison
Middle Or Junior School
Lexington Trad
High School
Lafayette
Tax Rate
1.2583
Design Review District YN
Yes
Inside New Circle Road YN
Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Dryer
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Washer
Yes

Basement

Unfinished
Yes

Construction Materials

Brick Veneer
Yes
Solid Masonry
Yes
Wood Siding
Yes
Other
Yes

Cooling

Electric
Yes

Fencing

Wood
Yes
Other
Yes

Flooring

Carpet
Yes
Hardwood
Yes
Tile
Yes
Other
Yes

Foundation Details

Stone
Yes

Heating

Forced Air
Yes
Natural Gas
Yes

Interior Features

Eat-in Kitchen
Yes
Entrance Foyer
Yes
Primary First Floor
Yes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Yes

Levels

One
Yes

Other Structures

Guest House
Yes
Other
Yes

Parking Features

Detached Garage
Yes
Off Street
Yes

Patio And Porch Features

Patio
Yes
Porch
Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow
Yes

Roof

Composition
Yes
Shingle
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Structure Type

House
Yes

View

Neighborhood
Yes

Water Source

Public
Yes

Window Features

Blinds
Yes

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Refrigerator; Washer Basement: Unfinished Construction Materials: Brick Veneer; Solid Masonry; Wood Siding; Other Cooling: Electric Fencing: Wood; Other Flooring: Carpet; Hardwood; Tile; Other Foundation Details: Stone Heating: Forced Air; Natural Gas Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Primary First Floor; Walk-In Closet(s) Levels: One Other Structures: Guest House; Other Parking Features: Detached Garage; Off Street Patio And Porch Features: Patio; Porch Possession: Close Of Escrow Roof: Composition; Shingle Sewer: Public Sewer Structure Type: House View: Neighborhood Water Source: Public Window Features: Blinds
Listing Office: Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty
Last Updated: September - 28 - 2025
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.