Elizabeth Street Home for Rent

Elizabeth Street in Lexington is a charming residential neighborhood located half a mile from the University of Kentucky and surrounded by several hospitals, making it a practical choice for students, medical workers, and artistic types. The neighborhood features single-family homes with architectural styles such as Cape Cods, bungalows, and American Foursquares, alongside some apartment complexes and a fraternity house. Elizabeth Street is known for its tree-lined streets and small-town feel, despite being in the heart of the city. The area is safer than the national average, providing a sense of security for its diverse residents. Local amenities include Elizabeth Street Park, which offers a playground, picnic pavilion, and half-basketball court, and the nearby 100-acre Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky, featuring the Walk Across Kentucky and Horticultural Gardens. Grocery options within a 2-mile radius include Yu Yu Asian Supermarket, Good Foods Co-op, Supermarket Aguascalientes, and Trader Joe’s. Dining options range from Marikka’s Restaurant & Bier Stube to Winchell’s Restaurant and Bar, and Taziki’s Mediterranean Café. For sweet treats, residents visit Old Kentucky Chocolates and Sharp’s Candies. Schools in the area are highly rated, with children attending Picadome Elementary School, Morton Middle School, Lafayette High School, and Lexington Catholic High School. The neighborhood is conveniently located a mile and a half from Downtown Lexington and less than 6 miles from Blue Grass Airport, with easy access to public transportation via a Lextran bus stop on Nicholasville Road.