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Delong Manor, the largest home in Lexington, has been sold for $9.3 million after significant price reductions from its original $14.5 million. This luxurious estate features 28,000 square feet of living space, including 10 bedrooms and 13 bathrooms on an expansive 11-acre property. The sale comes amid a forecasted heat wave with high humidity impacting the region, prompting health officials to issue warnings and extend local heat plans. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions as they adapt to the uncomfortable weather conditions.
Lexington – The historic Delong Manor, once the largest home in Lexington, has been sold for $9.3 million after an extensive listing period that saw the price drop significantly from its original $14.5 million in early 2024. The sale was finalized in July following a substantial reduction of $4 million in late May, which brought the list price down to $10.5 million.
Built in 2001, Delong Manor is inspired by a 17th-century English country estate and features approximately 28,000 square feet of living space. The impressive structure includes 50 rooms, with 10 bedrooms and 13 bathrooms, all situated on an expansive 11-acre property. Among its striking amenities are a 70-foot swimming pool, two pool houses, a custom pergola surrounded by wisteria, a croquet garden, and a tennis court. Additional highlights of the estate comprise a library, a bar room, an elevator, a fitness room, a gaming space, a craft room, and an 8-car garage.
The sale of this luxurious property comes as Lexington braces for an approaching heat wave, with meteorologists predicting discomfort due to high humidity levels. On Saturday, temperatures are expected to feel between 100-105°F, climbing to around 107°F by Tuesday. While the actual temperatures may hover around the low 90s, typical for this season, the discomfort is amplified by extreme humidity.
With dew points projected to reach the low to middle 70s over the weekend, health officials are advising residents to take precautions against heat-related illnesses. As a result, the city has extended its heat plan through July 31, with a focus on protecting vulnerable populations. This year’s unusually wet spring has left a legacy of excessive moisture in the atmosphere, contributing to higher dew points, as explained by local meteorologists.
In addition to the dangers posed by such conditions, it is important to understand the role of agricultural impacts on local humidity. For instance, an acre of corn can release between 3,000 to 4,000 gallons of water daily, a phenomenon known as “corn sweat,” which further adds to the area’s humidity.
Forecasters indicate that this heat wave is characterized by oppressive conditions, offering little relief during the night and predicting that excessive heat will persist. The National Weather Service has noted potential for scattered showers, but overall expectations for rain remain low.
Relief may be on the horizon, however, as temperatures are projected to drop to 88 degrees by next Thursday when a cold air front from Canada is expected to move in. In the meantime, residents are reminded to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, take breaks during extreme heat, and avoid strenuous activities during peak times.
In summary, the recent sale of Delong Manor at $9.3 million marks a significant transaction in Lexington’s real estate market amid an unusual heat wave that highlights ongoing weather challenges. With experts warning of record-breaking humidity levels and related health risks, Lexington residents are urged to prioritize their well-being in these sweltering conditions.
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