Own a piece of Lexington history and be dazzled by the beautiful pool and gardens. This comfortable California style ranch has been much talked and written about in The Bluegrass Conspiracy. Meticulously maintained, updated & improved... this home will captivate everyone's curiosity and as well as their heart. Very bright and open floor plan. There is a catering kitchen in lower level as well as another family room and office(currently used as a guest bedroom. An abundant 0.658 acre lot (per PVA)with mature landscaping, trees in a unique private setting sets the stage for a fabulous new in-ground pool and hot tub. This home is perfect for entertaining all year long.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.66 acresLot Size
$289Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Maria Gnas• Keller Williams Bluegrass Realty
Bought with Connie Morton• RE/MAX Creative Realty
Source:ImagineMLS #809927
Redfin Estimate
$1,327,433
$667K since sold in December 2012$13K since August
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This home's estimate is 1.6% higher than the average sale price ($1.31M) of 6 comparable homes.
Own a piece of Lexington history and be dazzled by the beautiful pool and gardens. This comfortable California style ranch has been much talked and written about in The Bluegrass Conspiracy. Meticulously maintained, updated & improved... this home will captivate everyone's curiosity and as well as their heart. Very bright and open floor plan. There is a catering kitchen in lower level as well as another family room and office(currently used as a guest bedroom. An abundant 0.658 acre lot (per PVA)with mature landscaping, trees in a unique private setting sets the stage for a fabulous new in-ground pool and hot tub. This home is perfect for entertaining all year long.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2015
$7,970 (+1.8%)
2014
$7,832
Tax history for 805 Old Dobbin Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2015
$7,970 (+1.8%)
2014
$7,832
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
R-1C
Single-Family Residential Zone
The intent of this zone is to provide for low density, single family detached residences 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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space
Mar 16, 2026 • Active
Electrical
Electrical
Feb 16, 2023 • Active
Hvac residential replacement
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 1,714
Basement Finish: Partially Finished
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 4
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 20
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Gas
Heating Type: Hot Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 3
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Exterior
Exterior Information
Exterior Wall: Brick
Building Type: Single Family
Pool Information
Has Pool
Property Information
Subdivision Name: LANSDOWNE/SHADELAND UNIT 1-A
Living Sq. Ft: 4,592
Building Sq. Ft: 5,429
# of Stories: 1
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 672
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 28,680
Legal Block Number: B
Acres: 0.6584
Zoning Code: R-1C
County Use Description: R - SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING, PL
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2023
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,592
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.66 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Fayette County
APN: 50738300
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Glendover Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
Morton Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
Henry Clay High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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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
2% 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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Historical weather
Lexington, KY • 40502
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.2 hours in
June and 3.2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.26M – $1.53M
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