Charming 2-bedroom apartment with short walk to downtown and Universities

Step into a piece of Lexington’s history with this unique, fully furnished home on the second floor, featuring a private entrance. Originally built in 1909 and converted into a duplex in the 1950s, this residence has a storied past. Alma and Umberto Piovano, long-time residents of the second-floor "apartment," were cherished benefactors who made significant contributions to the growth and culture of Lexington. Their legacy is honored with a dedicated wing at the local library and the Piovano building on Spotswood Drive, which now houses the Rockbridge Area Relief Organization.

Alma’s personal touch included the installation of a second-floor balcony at her own expense, where she enjoyed morning tea and evening sherry. Although this private patio was removed in the 1990s when the previous owner expanded the house, the home still retains its historic charm. The kitchen, bathroom, and fixtures were updated last year to blend modern comforts with the vintage character of the space.

Each bedroom features a luxurious queen-sized memory foam mattress topped with 600 thread count cotton sheets and an oversized white linen duvet, ensuring a restful night’s sleep.

The kitchen is modern and fully stocked, including a full-sized refrigerator, stove, range hood, microwave, toaster oven, and a set of sharp knives. For coffee enthusiasts, a Saeko coffeemaker, loaded with locally roasted coffee beans, is at your disposal.

The living room is equipped with a queen-sized sleeper sofa, a desk/workstation, and a 55-inch wall-mounted, movable flat-screen TV for your entertainment and productivity needs.

The bathroom offers a full-sized shower and cast-iron tub and a bidet for added comfort.

In the dining room, the expandable table accommodates up to 8 guests, perfect for entertaining or family meals.