222 Church Street

Built in 1832 and lovingly maintained, this historic Lexington residence offers generous living spaces, enduring architectural character, and room to make it your own. Situated on 2.42 park-like acres along picturesque West Church Street, the home features approximately 4,697 square feet, five bedrooms, and two-and-a-half baths within convenient reach of Athens' dining, shopping, healthcare, and cultural amenities. Large rooms and soaring ceilings reflect the home's history, while plumbing and other systems have been updated over the years. The home is ready to live in while you plan cosmetic updates to suit your taste, offering an opportunity to enjoy its character today and personalize it over time. The main level includes a spacious primary suite with a sitting room and en suite bath, an expansive kitchen, and a generous combined laundry/breakfast room with washer and dryer hookups. Upstairs, four sizable bedrooms include two sharing a Jack-and-Jill bath. Outside, mature grounds offer space for gardening, gathering, and enjoying the peaceful setting among Lexington's historic homes. A detached original kitchen now serves as a workshop, while an additional lower-level workspace with an exterior entrance provides room for hobbies and projects. Generous off-street parking adds everyday convenience. With its spacious layout, acreage, and historic setting, the property also offers potential for a bed-and-breakfast or other permitted uses, subject to applicable approvals. An opportunity to become the next steward of a well-preserved Lexington home and bring your own vision to its next chapter.