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Two-Unit Duplex
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$445,000

270 Sherman Ave, Lexington, KY 40502

Separate residences support rental use or an owner-occupant arrangement.

Property Size2,160 SF
Price / SF$206.02
Days on Market67

Property Features for 270 Sherman Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,160 SF
Property subtype Multi-Family

Additional Details

Multifamily Units 2

Building Details

Year Built 1920
Listing Agency: The Brokerage
Listed By: Tyler I Back · License #218460
Source: Centralkyhomesforsale
Added: Aug 9 Changed: Oct 1 Last Checked: Oct 12 at 8:00PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This duplex contains 2160 square feet arranged as two separate residences, with each unit providing its own private living space. The configuration supports continued rental use or an owner-occupant setup with one residence occupied and the other rented.

The property is located at 270 Sherman Ave in Lexington, near the University of Kentucky, downtown Lexington, Chevy Chase, and local shopping and dining. Its residential layout and proximity to these destinations provide a straightforward option for buyers seeking a two-unit property in an established Lexington setting.

Key Highlights

  • Duplex with two separate residential units
  • 2160 square feet of total property size
  • Each unit has its own private living space

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$17,945
Cap Rate
4.03%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$358,900 $358.9K
Cap Rate 7%
$256,357 $256.4K
Cap Rate 9%
$199,389 $199.4K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,160 SF
Gross rent
$27.0K $12.48/SF
− Vacancy
−$1.3K −$0.61/SF
EGI
$25.6K $11.87/SF
− OpEx
−$7.7K −$3.56/SF
NOI
$17.9K $8.31/SF
Area
Lexington, KY
Vacancy
4.90%
Lease Rate
$12.48 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$358,900
Cap Rate 7%
$256,357
Cap Rate 9%
$199,389

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$256.4K
$224.3K – $299.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $17,945 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.03%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$232.6K
$203.5K – $271.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $16,279 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.66%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$450.0K
$393.8K – $525.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $31,502 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.08%
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Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Pharmacy (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith Garden Center Pet Store Pet Store & 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

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

598
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 40502, KY

26,080
Population
14,232
Households
1.8
Avg Household Size
40
Median Age
67%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
7.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,673
Density / Sq Mi
$73,939
Median Household Income
$46,197
Median Earnings
$1,068
Median Rent
$483,600
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in South region

8.5% 2022
10.2% 2023
11.4% 2024
11.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Separate residences support rental use or an owner-occupant arrangement.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 270 Sherman Ave Lexington, KY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $445,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Duplex with two separate residential units; 2160 square feet of total property size; Each unit has its own private living space
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