721 Headley Avenue, Lexington, KY 40508

$285,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 1 Square Footage: 1,244 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 5,001 Status: Active
Current Price: $285,000 List Date: 7/23/2026 Last Modified: 7/27/2026

Overview

Description

Beautifully updated while preserving its timeless character, this classic 1930s brick Cape Cod is nestled in one of Lexington's vibrant, walkable neighborhoods. This charming 3-bedroom home offers beautiful hardwood floors, abundant natural light, a tastefully updated kitchen, and inviting living spaces that blend historic character with everyday comfort. The welcoming front pergola provides the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee, while the fenced backyard features a fire pit area and plenty of space to relax or entertain. A detached garage and unfinished basement provide valuable storage and future potential. Enjoy a short walk to West Sixth Brewery, convenient access to the Legacy Trail, and all the dining, shopping, and entertainment that downtown Lexington has to offer. Move-in ready and full of character, this is one you won't want to miss.

Listing Details MLS# 26019579

Listing Information

Comp Sale YN
No
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence

Status Change Information

Price Change Timestamp
2026-07-27T17:17:55Z
Status Change Timestamp
2026-07-23

Address

County
Fayette
Street Number
721
Street Name
Headley
Street Suffix
Avenue
State
KY
Zip Code
40508
Zip +4
1309
Directions
Left off of North Broadway onto Delcamp. Take the next the next right onto Headley Ave and the home will be on your left.
Parcel Number
14831400

Contract

Original List Price
299000
Start Showing Date
2026-07-23
Listing Contract Date
2026-07-23
Listing Agreement
Exclusive Right To Sell
Occupant Type
Vacant
Office Exclusive YN
No
List Price/SqFt
229.1

Tax Legal

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

Interior

Bedrooms Total
3
Bathrooms Total
Yes
Bathrooms Full
Yes
Above Grade Finished Area
1244
Below Grade Unfinished Area
844
Living Area
1244
Living Area Source
Public Records
Basement YN
Yes
Fireplace YN
Yes
Fireplaces Total
Yes
Bathrooms Half
0
Below Grade Finished Area
0
Above Grade Unfinished Area
0

More Information

Parking Information

Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
Yes
Carport YN
No

Building

Year Built
1939
Accessibility Features YN
No

Lot

Lot Size Source
Public Records
Lot Size Acres
0.115
Lot Size Square Feet
5001
Pool Private YN
No
Waterfront YN
No
Water Body Access 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
Beautifully updated while preserving its timeless character, this classic 1930s brick Cape Cod is nestled in one of Lexington's vibrant, walkable neighborhoods. This charming 3-bedroom home offers beautiful hardwood floors, abundant natural light, a tastefully updated kitchen, and inviting living spaces that blend historic character with everyday comfort. The welcoming front pergola provides the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee, while the fenced backyard features a fire pit area and plenty of space to relax or entertain. A detached garage and unfinished basement provide valuable storage and future potential. Enjoy a short walk to West Sixth Brewery, convenient access to the Legacy Trail, and all the dining, shopping, and entertainment that downtown Lexington has to offer. Move-in ready and full of character, this is one you won't want to miss.

Amenity Fee Details

Amenity Fee YN
No

Room Types

Bathroom 1 Level
First
Bedroom 1 Level
First
Bedroom 2 Level
First
Bedroom 3 Level
Second
Kitchen Level
First
Living Room Level
First
Primary Bedroom Level
First
Utility Room Level
Lower
Bathroom 1
Yes
Bedroom 1
Yes
Bedroom 2
Yes
Bedroom 3
Yes
Dining Room
Yes
Kitchen
Yes
Living Room
Yes
Primary Bedroom
Yes
Utility Room
Yes

Currently Not Used

List Price/Acre
2375000

Tax & Legal

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

Association/Community

Association YN
No

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Range
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes

Architectural Style

Cape Cod
Yes

Basement

Unfinished
Yes

Community Features

Park
Yes

Construction Materials

Brick Veneer
Yes
Wood Siding
Yes

Cooling

Central Air
Yes

Fencing

Privacy
Yes
Wood
Yes

Fireplace Features

Living Room
Yes
Masonry
Yes

Flooring

Hardwood
Yes
Tile
Yes

Foundation Details

Stone
Yes

Heating

Forced Air
Yes
Natural Gas
Yes

Interior Features

Breakfast Bar
Yes
Eat-in Kitchen
Yes

Laundry Features

Electric Dryer Hookup
Yes
Washer Hookup
Yes

Levels

One and One Half
Yes

Parking Features

Detached Garage
Yes

Patio And Porch Details

Front Porch
Yes

Patio And Porch Features

Porch
Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow
Yes

Roof

Shingle
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Water Heater

Gas
Yes

Water Source

Public
Yes

Window Features

Blinds
Yes
Insulated Windows
Yes

Showing Requirements

Show Anytime
Yes
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; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator Architectural Style: Cape Cod Basement: Unfinished Community Features: Park Construction Materials: Brick Veneer; Wood Siding Cooling: Central Air Fencing: Privacy; Wood Fireplace Features: Living Room; Masonry Flooring: Hardwood; Tile Foundation Details: Stone Heating: Forced Air; Natural Gas Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Eat-in Kitchen Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Levels: One and One Half Parking Features: Detached Garage Patio And Porch Details: Front Porch Patio And Porch Features: Porch Possession: Close Of Escrow Roof: Shingle Sewer: Public Sewer Water Heater: Gas Water Source: Public Window Features: Blinds; Insulated Windows Showing Requirements: Show Anytime; Showing Service Room Types: Bathroom 1; Bedroom 1; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Dining Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Primary Bedroom; Utility Room

Room Information

Room Name Level
Bathroom 1 First
Primary Bedroom First
Bedroom 2 First
Bedroom 3 Second
Kitchen First
Living Room First
Utility Room Lower
Listing Office: RE/MAX Elite Lexington
Last Updated: July - 27 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.