For sale

$879,900

Est. $5,936/mo —

•

2,264

sq ft

227 Mcdowell Rd, Lexington, KY 40502

About this home

Charming curb appeal meets modern updates in this classic Foursquare brick home, nestled in the highly sought-after Ashland Park neighborhood! Step inside to find tall ceilings and gorgeous hardwood floors flowing seamlessly through the spacious main level and upstairs. The inviting formal living room features a cozy fireplace with gas logs, perfectly complementing a spacious formal dining room for effortless entertaining. At the heart of the home is a beautifully updated kitchen featuring an abundance of cabinets offering plenty of storage, anchored by a large kitchen island that is perfect for hosting holiday gatherings and offers comfortable bar stool seating. This exceptional space opens seamlessly to a comfortable family room off the back, creating the ultimate layout for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. Upstairs, you will find spacious bedrooms and a beautifully updated full bathroom with a large walk in closet. Peace of mind comes easy with a new roof installed in 2023. Outdoor living is a breeze on the private back deck overlooking a deep backyard. Unfinished basement great for storage!! Complete with a one-car detached garage, this captivating property truly has it all

Single-familyProperty Type

1922Year Built

10,598 sq ftLot Size

$389Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Cathy Cornett-Wilson • Rector Hayden Realtors

Listing updated: Oct 15, 2026 at 03:17am

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:ImagineMLS #26028147

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$5,936 per month

Principal and interest$4,922

Property taxes

$714

HOA dues

Home insurance

$301

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Cassidy Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

9/10

Morton Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

7/10

Henry Clay High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Offer insights

227 Mcdowell Rd · $879,900

Strong offer

$880K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $880K+ is a strong offer

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 37 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 2% below list price.

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Breakfast bar
Eat-in kitchen
Walk-in closet
Ceiling fans
Blinds
Fireplace
Unfinished basement with walk-up access

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms

Kitchen
Disposal
Dishwasher
Gas range
Microwave
Refrigerator
Vented exhaust fan

Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer hookups in the lower level
Washer
Dryer

Flooring
Hardwood
Tile

Heating & cooling
Forced-air heating
Natural gas heating
Zoned heating and cooling
Electric cooling

Sale and tax history for 227 Mcdowell Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

ImagineMLS #26028147

Oct 15, 2026

Listed

$879,900

$389/sq ft

ImagineMLS #22012320

Jul 5, 2022

Sold

$680,000

$300/sq ft

Jun 15, 2022

Contingent

—

Jun 10, 2022

Listed

$695,000

$307/sq ft

+37

A wonderfully remodeled, circa 1922, four square house located in prestigious Ashland Park is surrounded by stately trees. The current owner has installed a new kitchen, bathrooms, hvac, and a new garage. The gorgeous hardwood floors have been redone throughout the house. The basement is dry with a mini-art studio. A lovely deck allows you to take in the deep and private backyard. A covered front porch is great for meeting the neighbors.

ImagineMLS #1505899

Apr 30, 2015

Sold

$404,900

$179/sq ft

Apr 15, 2015

Listing Removed

—

Mar 30, 2015

Listed

$399,900

$177/sq ft

+29

Gorgeous Remodel of a Classic American Four Square beauty, located in the heart of Ashland Park. Wonderful historic features with perfect modern touches. Welcome home, as a charming covered front porch greets you as you arrive. Original hardwood floors throughout. Large rooms, with 9ft. ceilings. Prepare to be wowed with a wonderful kitchen complete with custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, oversized granite breakfast bar, and classic farmhouse sink. Wonderful sunroom/family room addition off the kitchen, with fully remodeled bathroom, which leads out onto your new (March 2015) deck overlooking a lovely, large, deep backyard. Upstairs are 3 spacious bedrooms, and another fully remodeled bathroom. Full unfinished basement. Call today to make this wonderful house your home! Please verify schools with Fayette County Public Schools.

ImagineMLS #1009636

Jun 27, 2011

Sold

$295,000

$130/sq ft

Jun 13, 2011

Listing Removed

—

Apr 30, 2010

Listed

$315,000

$139/sq ft

Public record

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Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

61 ft.

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,600 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

2,264

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

2,264

Year built

1922

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Fayette County

APN

12272150

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.

R-2

Mixed Low Density Residential Zone

The intent of this zone is to provide for a mix of low density residential development and supporting uses. This zone should be located in areas of the community where services and facilities are/will be adequate to serve the anticipated population. This zone should be established in accordance with the Goals, Objectives, Policies, and Development Criteria of the Comprehensive Plan. This zone may be used for zero-lot-line houses, patio houses, and other compact housing types.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

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Housing-Multiple units
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Office
Park & open space

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 101° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

3% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

1/10 Air Factor

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years

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Lexington, KY • 40502

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Sun exposure

80/ 100

Very good sunlight

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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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Redfin Estimate for 227 Mcdowell Rd

$875,132

$4,768 under list price of $880K

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Rental earnings

Est. $2,891 per month, based on comparable rentals

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