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LEXINGTON, KY 40508

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Fayette County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
47
⇩ 6% vs 50 last year
Pending
6
13% pending ratio
Median Price
$235,000
⇩ 2.4% vs $240,725 last year
Average Price
$280,372
⇩ 9.6% vs $310,236 last year
Days on Market
84
⇧ 7.7% vs 78 days last year

Market Context

Population: 25,518  ·  Density: 2,342.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $27,711

Typical home value: $142,514  ·  Homeownership: 27.5%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The LEXINGTON, KY real estate market (40508) currently shows 47 active listings, with 6 pending sales. Homes are averaging 84 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 84 days on market compared to 78 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.4% year-over-year, from $240,725 to $235,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 47 this year vs 50 last year
  • Days on market: 84 now vs 78 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $235,000 (-2.4% YoY)
  • Average: $280,372 (-9.6% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 23.2 miles — 1,279 listings ($658,102,508 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
40508Lexington, KY 405080.0 mi47$13,177,484$235,000$280,372
40504Lexington, KY 405042.3 mi48$23,271,456$297,450$484,822
40502Lexington, KY 405022.7 mi97$78,591,534$598,500$810,222
40517Lexington, KY 405174.6 mi89$24,214,586$249,900$272,074
40514Lexington, KY 405145.8 mi36$14,128,128$367,500$392,448
40513Lexington, KY 405136.3 mi41$26,103,634$609,900$636,674
40509Lexington, KY 405098.2 mi218$121,445,402$499,000$557,089
40356Nicholasville, KY 4035612.7 mi287$157,864,637$419,900$550,051
40324Georgetown, KY 4032413.9 mi247$105,989,676$405,850$429,108
40390Wilmore, KY 4039016.4 mi23$24,452,726$1,425,000$1,063,162
40391Winchester, KY 4039120.1 mi141$66,579,495$335,000$472,195
40357North Middletown, KY 4035722.3 mi0$0$199,000$199,000
40372Salvisa, KY 4037223.2 mi5$2,283,750$464,000$456,750

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LEXINGTON, KY 40508?

As of January 2026, there are 47 active listings in LEXINGTON, KY (zip code 40508), compared to 50 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LEXINGTON, KY 40508?

The median listing price in LEXINGTON, KY 40508 is $235,000 as of January 2026, a 2.4% decrease from $240,725 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in LEXINGTON, KY?

Homes in LEXINGTON, KY 40508 spend an average of 84 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 78 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LEXINGTON, KY 40508?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LEXINGTON, KY 40508 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 84 days on market compared to 78 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in LEXINGTON, KY?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LEXINGTON, KY 40508 save an estimated $4,700 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $235,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.