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$995 / Month

556 W Fifth St

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Lexington, KY 40508

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  • Bedrooms

    2

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Square Feet

    720 sq ft

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    Available Aug 14

556 W Fifth St
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About This Home

Available Aug 14

Charming one-level rental near downtown Lexington! This cozy home features a covered front porch, neutral paint, hard-surface flooring, and comfortable living spaces with natural light. The bedroom offers convenient closet shelving, and the layout provides simple, functional living. Located just minutes from downtown Lexington, Transylvania University, local restaurants, coffee shops, and entertainment. A great option for anyone looking for convenience, character, and an in-town location! Video Walk-Through: This is a NO SMOKING home. Smoking is not permitted inside the house, garage, or any other structure that is considered a part of the property. Type: Single Family Security Deposit: One Months Rent Administrative Fees: A non-refundable application fee is charged per applicant. A $100 Move in Admin Fee is charged with a signed lease. Appliances: Fridge, Range Laundry: Hookups are provided in the unit, residents are responsible for supplying washer/dryer. Heat: Electric Basement: No Utilities: Residents are responsible to pay all of the utilities: Electric, Water, Sewer, and Garbage. Pets and policy: NO CAT! Dogs will be considered on a case by case basis. Non-refundable pet fee. Any damage caused by pets will be taken out of the residents security deposit. Fenced Yard: No Mowing: residents are responsible for all yard maintenance, including mowing. Schools: Please confirm all school districts with your local school board. Parking: Street Parking By submitting your information on this page you consent to being contacted by the Property Manager and RentEngine via SMS, phone, or email.

556 W Fifth St is a house located in Fayette County and the 40508 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Fayette County attendance zone.

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Neighborhood

The Northside District is located in downtown Lexington. This central neighborhood is only five minutes from the University of Kentucky basketball team’s pride and joy: Rupp Arena. The area is also home to Transylvania University. The Northside District is filled with history. View the childhood home of Abraham Lincoln’s wife at the Mary Todd Lincoln House or 19th century interior design at the Hunt-Morgan House. Once you’re done celebrating the past, the Northside District has tons of unique eateries to try out. Support eating locally-grown food at Stella’s Kentucky Deli or grab a late-night snack at Indi’s Fast Food, which is open until 3 a.m. Ride your bike over to quirky coffee shops like North Lime Coffee & Donuts known for its artsy ambience and signature homemade donuts. Overall, the Northside District is perfect for city lovers looking for excitement.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Transylvania University
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
University of Kentucky
Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
National College, Lexington
Drive: 11 min 5.8 mi
Kentucky State University
Drive: 33 min 26.8 mi
556 W Fifth St is within 8 minutes or 0.4 mile from Transylvania University. It is also near University of Kentucky and National College, Lexington.
Schools
Harrison Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
223 Students
Attendance Zone
Booker T Washington Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
385 Students
Nearby
Lexington Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
294 Students
Attendance Zone
Lafayette High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,297 Students
Attendance Zone
Sayre School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
606 Students
Nearby
Ss Peter & Paul School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
290 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

556 W Fifth St is near Blue Grass, located 8.7 miles or 16 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Blue Grass
 Drive: 16 min 8.7 mi
Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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Soundscore™
73 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 556 W Fifth St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Shops At Lexington Center
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Northland Shopping Center
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
680 Lima Dr
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
556 W Fifth St has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Explorium
 Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
State Botanical Garden of Kentucky
 Drive: 9 min 4.0 mi
The Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky
 Drive: 9 min 4.0 mi
Waveland State Historic Site
 Drive: 14 min 7.1 mi
Kentucky Horse Park
 Drive: 13 min 9.3 mi
556 W Fifth St has 5 parks within 9.3 miles, including Explorium, The Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky, and State Botanical Garden of Kentucky.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
University of Kentucky Hospital
Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
Eastern State Hospital
Drive: 5 min 2.9 mi
Baptist Health Lexington
Drive: 7 min 3.2 mi
556 W Fifth St has 3 hospitals within 3.2 miles, the nearest is University of Kentucky Hospital which is 2.4 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Blue Grass Army Depot
Drive: 62 min 36.0 mi
Louisville Naval Ordinance Station
Drive: 96 min 79.9 mi
Fort Knox
Drive: 104 min 81.6 mi
556 W Fifth St has 3 military bases within 81.6 miles, the nearest is Blue Grass Army Depot which is 36.0 miles away and a 62 minute drive.

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