625 W Short Street, Lexington, KY 40508

$1,160,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 3,518 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,534 Status: Closed
Current Price: $1,160,000 List Date: 3/08/2019 Last Modified: 8/27/2025

Overview

Description

This Greek revival townhouse located in the Western Suburb Historic District was built for Thomas J. Harrison in 1843. Built by architect Cincinnatus Shryock, the house had been neglected and unlivable for years. The house has been thoroughly rebuilt reflective of its exclusive location & provenance. Sophisticated, exquisite attention to detail & custom throughout make this Jewel box one of a kind & unique. Pub-like bar area, granite walled living room, contemporary top-of-the-line fixtures & fireplaces. Sub-Zero refrigerator, oversized Wolf gas range, farmhouse sink, a wood fired pizza oven, makes the cooks' kitchen a dream. The terraced landscaped & gated garden has tall trees, brick walls, and privacy in the center of town. New 2-story Jimmy Nash garage with a 2nd Fl which could be finished for extra space or used as-is for secure storage. The spa like owner's suite has double vanities, Carrara marble, huge shower & custom fitted walk-in closet & makes coming home a vacation.

Listing Details MLS# 1904590

Listing Information

Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence

Status Change Information

Status Change Timestamp
2019-04-05
Purchase Contract Date
2019-03-08
Close Date
2019-04-04
Close Price
1160000
Buyer Financing
Cash
Sale Type
Arms Length Sale
Concessions Comments
none

Address

County
Fayette
Street Number
625
Street Direction Prefix
W
Street Name
Short
Street Suffix
Street
State
KY
Zip Code
40508
Directions
Main Street to Old Georgetown, right on Short St. House will be on the left.
Parcel Number
12435550
Tax District
Yes

Contract

Original List Price
1160000
Start Showing Date
2019-03-06
Listing Contract Date
2019-03-06
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Right To Sell
Office Exclusive YN
No
List Price/SqFt
329.73
Sold Price/SqFt
329.73
SP/LP
Yes

Tax Legal

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

Interior

Bedrooms Total
3
Bathrooms Total
3
Bathrooms Full
2
Bathrooms Half
Yes
Above Grade Finished Area
3518
Living Area
3518
Basement YN
No
Fireplace YN
Yes

More Information

Parking Information

Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
2

Building

Year Built
1843

Lot

Lot Size Source
Assessor
Lot Size Acres
0.15
Lot Size Square Feet
6534.01
Waterfront YN
No

Utilities

Cooling YN
Yes
Heating YN
Yes

Remarks

Public Remarks
This Greek revival townhouse located in the Western Suburb Historic District was built for Thomas J. Harrison in 1843. Built by architect Cincinnatus Shryock, the house had been neglected and unlivable for years. The house has been thoroughly rebuilt reflective of its exclusive location & provenance. Sophisticated, exquisite attention to detail & custom throughout make this Jewel box one of a kind & unique. Pub-like bar area, granite walled living room, contemporary top-of-the-line fixtures & fireplaces. Sub-Zero refrigerator, oversized Wolf gas range, farmhouse sink, a wood fired pizza oven, makes the cooks' kitchen a dream. The terraced landscaped & gated garden has tall trees, brick walls, and privacy in the center of town. New 2-story Jimmy Nash garage with a 2nd Fl which could be finished for extra space or used as-is for secure storage. The spa like owner's suite has double vanities, Carrara marble, huge shower & custom fitted walk-in closet & makes coming home a vacation.

Room Types

Bathroom 1 Level
Second
Bathroom 2 Level
First
Bedroom 1 Level
Second
Den Level
First
Dining Room Level
First
Family Room Level
First
Foyer Level
First
Kitchen Level
First
Living Room Level
First
Office Level
First
Primary Bedroom Level
Second
Utility Room Level
First

Property Features

Utilities: Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Underground Utilities; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Underground Utilities Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Double Oven; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Other Attic Features: Access Only Community Features: Park Construction Materials: Brick Veneer; Wood Siding Cooling: Electric; Heat Pump; Zoned Fencing: Partial; Privacy Fireplace Features: Dining Room; Gas Log; Living Room; Masonry Flooring: Hardwood; Marble; Tile Foundation Details: Other Heating: Dual Fuel; Electric; Forced Air; Heat Pump; Natural Gas Interior Features: Entrance Foyer; Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Gas Dryer Hookup; Main Level; Washer Hookup Levels: Two Lot Features: Many Trees; Secluded Parking Features: Detached Garage; Garage Door Opener; Garage Faces Rear; Garage Faces Side; Off Street Patio And Porch Features: Patio Possession: Close Of Escrow Roof: Dimensional Style Sewer: Public Sewer Water Heater: Gas Water Source: Public Window Features: Blinds; Insulated Windows; Skylight(s); Window Treatments Showing Requirements: Call Listing Agent; Listing Agent Must Accompany; Showing Service Room Types: Bathroom 1; Bathroom 2; Bedroom 1; Den; Dining Room; Family Room; Foyer; Kitchen; Living Room; Office; Primary Bedroom; Utility Room

Room Information

Room Name
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bedroom 1
Den
Dining Room
Family Room
Foyer
Office
Kitchen
Living Room
Primary Bedroom
Utility Room
Listing Office: Bluegrass Sotheby's International Realty
Last Updated: August - 27 - 2025
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.