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Creative Office with Rooftop Deck
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$1,750,000

146 E Third Street, Lexington, KY 40508

A two-story workplace pairs historic details with updated building systems and a flexible ground-floor garage area.

Property Size7,258 SF
Price / SF$241.11
Days on Market190

Property Features for 146 E Third Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 7,258 SF
Total Parking Spaces 6
Elevators Yes
Property subtype Office

Site & Location

Neighborhood Martin Luther King Neighborhood Association

Additional Details

Condition Move-in Ready
Drive-In Doors 1
Property Use Creative Office

Amenities

boardroom
library
kitchenette
private sundeck
rooftop deck

Building Details

Building Size 7,258 SF
Year Built 1840
Year Renovated 2015
Buildings 1
Stories 2
Listing Agency: Block + Lot Homes
Listed By: Adam Boardman · License #72655
Source: Horseandhomeestates
Added: Apr 21 Changed: Oct 26 Last Checked: Oct 26 at 3:59PM

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This 7,258-square-foot creative office occupies a two-story building constructed in 1840 and renovated in 2015. The first floor combines reception and meeting areas with a library, kitchenette, two restrooms, and a flexible garage space with a drive-in door. Original hardwood floors and exposed brick complement the updated finishes. An elevator and open stair connect to the upper level, where vaulted ceilings, exposed joists, and open work areas receive natural light. A private rooftop deck extends the usable space outdoors.

The 2015 renovation included a new roof, HVAC systems, windows, and elevator. Six dedicated on-site parking spaces are provided, with additional surface parking nearby. The property is in downtown Lexington, near retail and restaurants.

Key Highlights

  • 7,258 SF across two floors, plus a finished lower level
  • Built in 1840; renovated in 2015
  • Six dedicated on‑site parking spaces, with additional surface parking nearby

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$81,130
Cap Rate
4.64%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,622,600 $1.6M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,159,000 $1.2M
Cap Rate 9%
$901,444 $901.4K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 7,258 SF
Gross rent
$130.6K $18.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$22.5K −$3.10/SF
EGI
$108.2K $14.90/SF
− OpEx
−$27.0K −$3.73/SF
NOI
$81.1K $11.18/SF
Area
Lexington, KY
Vacancy
17.20%
Lease Rate
$18.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,622,600
Cap Rate 7%
$1,159,000
Cap Rate 9%
$901,444

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$1.16M
$1.01M – $1.35M (±1% cap)
NOI $81,130 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.64%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.51M
$1.32M – $1.76M (±1% cap)
NOI $105,853 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.05%
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Current Use

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Suggested Use

Top Pick Pharmacy Garden Center Auto Parts Store Locksmith Veterinary Clinic Pet Grooming Service

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

1
Drive-in doors

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3,381
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 40508, KY

25,586
Population
11,458
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
26
Median Age
36%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
4.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
6,092
Density / Sq Mi
$28,040
Median Household Income
$13,316
Median Earnings
$900
Median Rent
$174,900
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in South region

14.4% 2019
16.4% 2020
17.3% 2021
18% 2022
18.6% 2023
20.3% 2024
20.2% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Creative space - A two-story workplace pairs historic details with updated building systems and a flexible ground-floor garage area.
Where is this creative space located?
The property is located at 146 E Third Street Lexington, KY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,750,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 7,258 SF across two floors, plus a finished lower level; Built in 1840; renovated in 2015; Six dedicated on‑site parking spaces, with additional surface parking nearby
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