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Lexington-Fayette urban county real estate

Lexington-Fayette urban county

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Lexington-Fayette urban county, Kentucky

Est. Cap Rate

3.2%

Based on rent yield × 65%

Vacancy Rate

6.7%

54% owner-occupied

Population

321K

Median income: $67,631

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43/100Hold

Investment ScoreLexington-Fayette urban county

Composite score based on cap rate, rent yield, affordability, occupancy, and appreciation

Cap Rate3.2%
Rent Yield4.9%
Affordability$272,100
Occupancy93.3%
Appreciation0.0%

Lexington-Fayette urban county Investment Analysis

With a 3.2% cap rate, Lexington-Fayette urban county is primarily an appreciation play. Investors here are betting on long-term value growth rather than immediate cash flow. With 46% of the population renting at a median of $1,101/month, Lexington-Fayette urban county has exceptionally strong rental demand — a key indicator for DSCR loan qualification. Lexington-Fayette urban county's housing stock is 34% multifamily — indicating strong institutional investor interest and potential for 2-4 unit or small multifamily acquisitions. As your Real Estate CFO, we recommend exploring bridge financing for repositioning in Lexington-Fayette urban county. Get pre-qualified for $150K–$10M in financing — term sheet in 48 hours.

Market Profile
Avg: 35/100
Cash Flow3.2% cap
AppreciationN/A
AffordabilityN/A
Occupancy93.3% occ.
Rent Yield4.9%
Employment99.9%
Price vs. Rent Analysis
Price-to-Rent Ratio20.6x
Cash FlowBalancedAppreciation

Balanced market — moderate cash flow with appreciation upside

Median Home Value

Zillow ZHVI

$272,100
Median Monthly Rent

Zillow ZORI

$1,101
Annual Rent
$13,212
Gross Rent Yield

Annual rent ÷ home value

4.9%

Market Details

Housing Stock

148K units

Single-family: 86K

Multifamily: 50K (33.9%)

Investment Metrics

Gross Yield 4.9%

Cap Rate 3.2%

Price-to-Rent 20.6 (Favors renting)

Property Tax $2,425/yr

Demographics

Median Income $67,631

Median Age 35.2

Employment 99.9%

Rental Market

$1,101/mo

Renter population: 46.4%

Lending Status

Active Lending

$150K – $10M · Business purpose

Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · Zillow Home Value Index (Feb 2026) · USDV Capital analysis

Community Snapshot
Population321K

1K/sq mi

Median Income$67,631

$42,272 per capita

Employment99.9%

5.0% unemployment

Occupancy93.3%

46.4% renters

College Educated47.3%
Median Age: 35.2148K Housing UnitsMedian Built: 1983

Investment Strategy Assessment

How Lexington-Fayette urban county performs for each investment strategy

DSCR Rental

Moderate

Lexington-Fayette urban county's 3.2% cap rate suggests an appreciation-focused market. Consider value-add strategies to improve cash flow.

  • Up to 85% LTV
  • No income verification
  • 5-30 year terms

Fix & Flip

Strong Match

Low vacancy (6.7%) indicates strong absorption — flipped properties sell quickly in Lexington-Fayette urban county.

  • Up to 90% of purchase + rehab
  • 6-18 month terms
  • Draw schedule for rehab

Bridge / Value-Add

Strong Match

Bridge financing works in any market condition. Use it for acquisitions, refinances, or transitional properties in Lexington-Fayette urban county while you stabilize or reposition.

  • Up to 80% LTV
  • 12-24 month terms
  • Interest-only payments

Lexington-Fayette urban county Investment Report

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  • Rental yield analysis by property type
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Financing Comparison

Compare Your Financing Options for Lexington-Fayette urban county

Not all investment loans are created equal. See how DSCR loans stack up against traditional financing.

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DSCR Loan

USDV Capital

No income verification
Close in 28 days
Self-employed friendly
Multiple properties allowed
Rates from 6.5%
Rate

6.5% - 8.5%

Max LTV

Up to 80%

Conventional Loan

Traditional Banks

No income verification
Close in 28 days
Self-employed friendly
Multiple properties allowed
Best rates available
Rate

6.0% - 7.5%

Max LTV

Up to 80%

Hard Money

Private Lenders

No income verification
Close in 28 days
Self-employed friendly
Long-term hold
Competitive rates
Rate

10% - 15%

Max LTV

Up to 70%

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Download our comprehensive guide covering DSCR loans, conventional financing, hard money, bridge loans, and more. Includes rate comparisons, qualification requirements, and scenario-based recommendations.

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  • Rate comparison charts
  • Qualification checklists

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Your Real Estate CFO

We don't work for one lender — we work for you. As your Real Estate CFO, we shop the full institutional market to structure the best capital solution for your Lexington-Fayette urban county deal. Close in 28 days or we pay you $1,000.

$1.3B+

Transactions Advised

42

States Active

28 Days

Or $1,000 Guarantee

Flexible Financing for Every Deal

All products below are eligible for our 28-day close guarantee.

Bridge Loans

Bridge Loans

Short-term financing for acquisitions, refinancing, or repositioning

  • 12-24 month terms
  • Up to 80% LTV
  • Interest-only payments
  • Flexible prepayment
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Fix & Flip

Fix & Flip

Fast funding for property renovation and resale

  • 6-18 month terms
  • Up to 90% of purchase + rehab
  • Fast closings
  • Interest-only payments
Get Pre-Qualified
Ground-Up Construction

Ground-Up Construction

Financing for new development projects from land to completion

  • 12-36 month terms
  • Up to 90% of costs
  • Progress-based draws
  • Interest-only payments
Get Pre-Qualified
DSCR Rental

DSCR Rental

Long-term financing for single-family rentals and portfolio acquisitions

  • 5-30 year terms
  • Up to 85% LTV
  • Portfolio options
  • No personal income docs
Get Pre-Qualified

Larger Deals

Multifamily & Build-to-Rent

For multifamily and build-to-rent community financing up to $50M, we work directly with institutional capital partners on custom terms. These deals require a consultation — not a form.

Multifamily
Up to $50M

Multifamily

Permanent and bridge financing for apartment buildings and complexes — 5 units and up.

  • Up to $50M
  • 5–30 year terms
  • Up to 80% LTV
  • Bridge and permanent options
  • Interest-only available
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Build-to-Rent Communities
Up to $50M

Build-to-Rent Communities

Institutional financing for single-family rental community developments from land to stabilization.

  • Up to $50M
  • Construction through permanent
  • Community-scale underwriting
  • Progress-based draw schedule
  • Custom closing timeline
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Looking for 1-4 unit investment properties? Check out our standard lending products for DSCR, fix & flip, and bridge loans.

Your Real Estate CFO

We structure, source, and close financing for your investment properties. Let us help you capitalize on Lexington-Fayette urban county opportunities.

48-Hour

Term Sheet

$150K-$10M

Loan Range

28-Day

Close Guarantee

$1,000 GUARANTEE

If we can't close in 28 days, we pay you $1,000