4878 Athens Walnut Hill Pike, Lexington, KY 40515

$1,400,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 5,774 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 436,907 Status: Closed
Current Price: $1,400,000 List Date: 4/12/2023 Last Modified: 8/25/2025

Overview

Description

To live in the rolling hills of Kentucky horse country in this southern farmhouse on 10 acres surrounded by four plank fencing is a dream come true. Beautifully remodeled, this property is the perfect combination of classic charm and modern amenities. Step outside on the covered porch or the veranda below and enjoy the beautiful pond, surrounded by lush greenery and the sounds of nature. Or take a dip in the new sparkling pool, perfect for those hot southern summers. Inside you have all the comforts of home. The exquisite kitchen is a chef's dream, with an oversized quartzite island, top-of-the-line appliances and plenty of space for entertaining. The primary suite boasts of a coveted designer bath, fireplace and French doors open to the spacious covered front porch. The cozy family room framed in rustic barn wood is the perfect spot to relax after a long day, with a fireplace to keep you warm on chilly nights. No matter the time of year this peaceful retreat is also home to the best ...

Listing Details MLS# 23006340

Listing Information

Comp Sale YN
No
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence

Status Change Information

Status Change Timestamp
2023-05-15
Purchase Contract Date
2023-04-13
Close Date
2023-05-11
Close Price
1400000
Buyer Financing
Conventional
Sale Type
Arms Length Sale
Concessions Comments
No

Address

County
Fayette
Street Number
4878
Street Name
Athens Walnut Hill
Street Suffix
Pike
State
KY
Zip Code
40515
Directions
Richmond Road, turn right onto Old Richmond Roa, in 1.8 miles turn left onto Athen Walnut Hill Pike, home is .5 miles on the right.
Parcel Number
20363900
Tax District
2

Contract

Original List Price
1295000
Start Showing Date
2023-04-12
Listing Contract Date
2023-04-12
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Right To Sell
Office Exclusive YN
No
List Price/SqFt
224.28
Sold Price/SqFt
242.47
SP/LP
1.08

Tax Legal

MLS Area Major
003 - Fayette County SE
Subdivision Name
Rural
High School District
Fayette County - 1

Interior

Bedrooms Total
4
Bathrooms Total
5
Bathrooms Full
4
Bathrooms Half
Yes
Above Grade Finished Area
4602
Below Grade Finished Area
1172
Below Grade Unfinished Area
680
Living Area
5774
Basement YN
Yes
Fireplace YN
Yes
Above Grade Unfinished Area
0

More Information

Parking Information

Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
4
Carport YN
No

Building

Year Built
1977

Lot

Lot Size Source
Public Records
Lot Size Acres
10.03
Lot Size Square Feet
436907
Pool Private YN
Yes
View YN
Yes
Waterfront YN
No
Horse YN
Yes

Utilities

Cooling YN
Yes
Heating YN
Yes
Electricity Connected
Yes
Water Connected
Yes

Remarks

Public Remarks
To live in the rolling hills of Kentucky horse country in this southern farmhouse on 10 acres surrounded by four plank fencing is a dream come true. Beautifully remodeled, this property is the perfect combination of classic charm and modern amenities. Step outside on the covered porch or the veranda below and enjoy the beautiful pond, surrounded by lush greenery and the sounds of nature. Or take a dip in the new sparkling pool, perfect for those hot southern summers. Inside you have all the comforts of home. The exquisite kitchen is a chef's dream, with an oversized quartzite island, top-of-the-line appliances and plenty of space for entertaining. The primary suite boasts of a coveted designer bath, fireplace and French doors open to the spacious covered front porch. The cozy family room framed in rustic barn wood is the perfect spot to relax after a long day, with a fireplace to keep you warm on chilly nights. No matter the time of year this peaceful retreat is also home to the best sunsets in Lexington perfect to enjoy with friends and family—this southern farmhouse has it all!

Showing Information

Showing Instructions
Gate will be open, lockbox on front door.

Currently Not Used

List Price/Acre
129112.66

Tax & Legal

Elementary School
Athens-Chilesburg
Middle Or Junior School
Edythe J. Hayes
High School
Henry Clay
Tax Rate
1.1166

Appliances

Cooktop
Yes
Dishwasher
Yes
Disposal
Yes
Double Oven
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes

Attic Features

Access Only
Yes

Basement

Bath/Stubbed
Yes
Partially Finished
Yes

Construction Materials

Brick Veneer
Yes
HardiPlank Type
Yes
Other
Yes

Cooling

Electric
Yes
Zoned
Yes

Fencing

Invisible
Yes
Wood
Yes

Fireplace Features

Basement
Yes
Dining Room
Yes
Family Room
Yes
Masonry
Yes
Primary Bedroom
Yes
Wood Burning
Yes

Flooring

Hardwood
Yes
Tile
Yes
Other
Yes

Foundation Details

Block
Yes

Heating

Heat Pump
Yes
Zoned
Yes

Interior Features

Breakfast Bar
Yes
Ceiling Fan(s)
Yes
Entrance Foyer
Yes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Yes
Wet Bar
Yes

Laundry Features

Electric Dryer Hookup
Yes
Washer Hookup
Yes

Levels

Two
Yes

Lot Features

Wooded
Yes

Parking Features

Attached Garage
Yes
Detached Garage
Yes
Driveway
Yes
Garage Door Opener
Yes

Patio And Porch Features

Patio
Yes
Porch
Yes

Possession

Seller Rent Back
Yes

Private Pool Features

In Ground
Yes

Roof

Dimensional Style
Yes
Shingle
Yes

Sewer

Septic Tank
Yes

Structure Type

House
Yes

View

Farm
Yes
Rural
Yes
Trees/Woods
Yes
Water
Yes

Water Heater

Electric
Yes

Water Source

Public
Yes

Window Features

Skylight(s)
Yes

Showing Requirements

Showing Service
Yes

Property Features

Utilities: Electricity Connected; Water Connected; Electricity Connected; Water Connected Appliances: Cooktop; Dishwasher; Disposal; Double Oven; Microwave; Refrigerator Attic Features: Access Only Basement: Bath/Stubbed; Partially Finished Construction Materials: Brick Veneer; HardiPlank Type; Other Cooling: Electric; Zoned Fencing: Invisible; Wood Fireplace Features: Dining Room; Family Room; Masonry; Primary Bedroom; Wood Burning Flooring: Hardwood; Tile; Other Foundation Details: Block Heating: Heat Pump; Zoned Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Levels: Two Lot Features: Wooded Parking Features: Attached Garage; Detached Garage; Driveway; Garage Door Opener Patio And Porch Features: Patio; Porch Possession: Seller Rent Back Private Pool Features: In Ground Roof: Dimensional Style; Shingle Sewer: Septic Tank Structure Type: House View: Farm; Rural; Trees/Woods; Water Water Heater: Electric Water Source: Public Window Features: Skylight(s) Showing Requirements: Showing Service
Listing Office: Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty
Last Updated: August - 25 - 2025
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.