The remodeled cottage in the Lexington Distillery District is just a few minutes' walking distance from many venues. Minutes from downtown and the UK campus! 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an open-space layout. The large master bedroom connects to a remodeled bathroom. The breakfast room off the kitchen is a great bonus. New paint and coveted 2-car parking. The yard is NOT fenced in. NO smoking, NO section 8. Tenants pay utilities (electric and water) and maintain the yard. Applicants are required to complete a rental application and authorize a credit and background check. Small dogs over 2 years old are considered with a $250 non-refundable pet fee and $35 pet rent. Minimum qualifications: 620 credit score, income must be 3 times the rent, great rental history, and a clean background check.
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Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 6
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Gas
Heating Type: Hot Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Exterior Wall: Frame
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: MELROSE SUB
Living Sq. Ft: 1,008
Building Sq. Ft: 1,008
# of Stories: 1
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 4,915
Legal Lot Number: 1-F
Legal Block Number: F
Acres: 0.1128
Zoning Code: R-1C
County Use Description: R - SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING, PL
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2023
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,008
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,915 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Fayette County
APN: 23747200
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Sale and tax history for 301 Thompson Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TURBOTENANT #2
Jun 21, 2026
Rental Removed
$1,395
$1/sq ft
Jun 13, 2026
Price Changed
$1,395
$1/sq ft
May 30, 2026
Listed for Rent
$1,450
$1/sq ft
RENT. #1
Aug 31, 2022
Price Changed
$1,275
$1/sq ft
ImagineMLS #1802752
Mar 23, 2018
Sold
$121,000
$120/sq ft
Feb 19, 2018
Pending
—
Feb 14, 2018
Listed
$129,900
$129/sq ft
+23
What was old is NEW AGAIN! This fully remodeled contemporary cottage sits in the heart of the Lexington Distillery District & is a few minutes walking distance of The Burl,The Local Wag,Crank and Boom,Barrel House,James E. Pepper Distillery,Ethereal Brewing,Ice Cream Lounge,& many other venues. The adorable curb appeal & front porch welcomes you & your guests into a home that's sure to impress. You'll be amazed by it's spaciousness! 301 Thompson Road offers 3 bedrooms,1 bathroom,& an open spacious layout. Enter to find a living room perfect for entertaining that opens to a kitchen w/ a custom butcher block bar & stainless appliances. The large master bedroom connecting to a spa-like remodeled bathroom is your retreat at the end of a long day. The breakfast room off the kitchen is a great added bonus & is perfect for your morning coffee or evening night cap. New paint,new flooring,new plumbing,new windows,new water heater,& coveted 2 car parking is waiting for you. Come & See Today!
ImagineMLS #1723668
Jan 27, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Oct 23, 2017
Price Changed
$139,900
$139/sq ft
Oct 22, 2017
Listed
$144,900
$144/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 29, 2017
Sold
$109,000
$108/sq ft
ImagineMLS #1704936
Jun 21, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Mar 9, 2017
Listed
$60,000
$60/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 13, 2016
Sold
$20,000
$20/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2015
$180 (−74.1%)
2014
$694
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
9/10
Meadowthorpe Elementary School
Public, PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
Leestown Middle School
Public, 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
7/10
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
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Public facts and zoning for 301 Thompson Rd
Beds
3
Baths
1
Sq. Ft.
1,008
Stories
1
Lot Size
4,915 Sq. Ft.
Style
Single Family Residential
Year Built
1940
Year Renovated
—
County
Fayette County
APN
23747200
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026.
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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, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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