Exquisite Colonial Revival Home in Historic Lexington Nestled in a breathtaking parklike setting, this extraordinary Colonial Revival residence embodies timeless elegance and sophisticated living in the heart of historic Lexington. A stately entrance with classic columns leads you into a tranquil courtyard, setting the tone for the grandeur that awaits inside. Built in the 1930s by former W & L University president George Denny, this magnificent solid brick home boasts impeccable craftsmanship, with a stunning slate roof and period architectural details that capture the essence of the era. Five spacious bedrooms and four beautifully appointed bathrooms provide ample room for family and guests, offering both comfort and privacy.
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
2.04 acresLot Size
$310Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by • J.F. Brown Real Estate Services
Listed by • J.F. Brown Real Estate Services
Bought with Will Moore• James Wm. Moore Real Estate Co.
Brick pillared entry beckons to the verdant lawns of this gorgeous in-town estate. Former W & L University president George Denny constructed this elegant home replete with exceptional period features melded with modern systems & updates. Hardwood floors, Large Rooms, spa-like baths, zoned HVAC units, crown & dentil moulding, slate roof, brick courtyard, circular drive, croquet-worthy lawn, guest house & more
MLSRV #827634
May 30, 2017
Sold
$677,500
$181/sq ft
Jun 16, 2016
Listed
$859,000
$230/sq ft
+30
Brick pillared entry beckons to the verdant lawns of this gorgeous in-town estate. former W & L University president George Denny constructed this elegant home replete with exceptional period features melded with modern systems & updates. Hardwood floors, Lg rooms, spa-like baths, zoned HVAC units, Crown & dentil moulding, slate roof, brick courtyard, circular drive, croquet - worth lawn guest house & more
GAAR #548797
Jun 15, 2016
Listed
$859,000
$230/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 28, 1990
Sold
$700,000
$187/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,540 (+6.0%)
$207,000 + $722,000
$929,000
2025
$6,172
$207,000 + $463,900
$670,900
2024
$6,172
$207,000 + $463,900
$670,900
2023
$6,172
$207,000 + $463,900
$670,900
2022
$6,172 (−11.8%)
$207,000 + $463,900
$670,900
2021
$6,996
$202,000 + $458,000
$660,000
2020
$6,996 (+2.4%)
$202,000 + $458,000
$660,000
2019
$6,831
$202,000 + $458,000
$660,000
2018
$6,831 (−1.5%)
$202,000 + $458,000
$660,000
2017
$6,936 (+1.8%)
$216,200 + $408,700
$624,900
2016
$6,811 (+5.8%)
$216,200 + $408,700
$624,900
2014
$6,436 (+14.3%)
$216,200 + $408,700
$624,900
2013
$5,628
$231,200 + $490,400
$721,600
Tax history for 515 Borden Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,540 (+6.0%)
$207,000 + $722,000
$929,000
2025
$6,172
$207,000 + $463,900
$670,900
2024
$6,172
$207,000 + $463,900
$670,900
2023
$6,172
$207,000 + $463,900
$670,900
2022
$6,172 (−11.8%)
$207,000 + $463,900
$670,900
2021
$6,996
$202,000 + $458,000
$660,000
2020
$6,996 (+2.4%)
$202,000 + $458,000
$660,000
2019
$6,831
$202,000 + $458,000
$660,000
2018
$6,831 (−1.5%)
$202,000 + $458,000
$660,000
2017
$6,936 (+1.8%)
$216,200 + $408,700
$624,900
2016
$6,811 (+5.8%)
$216,200 + $408,700
$624,900
2014
$6,436 (+14.3%)
$216,200 + $408,700
$624,900
2013
$5,628
$231,200 + $490,400
$721,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.04 Acres
Year renovated
2001
Sq. Ft.
3,737
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lexington
APN
15 1 9A2
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Zoned