Why Live in Firebrook
Firebrook in Lexington is a sought-after neighborhood known for its competitive real estate market and highly rated schools. Homes here, built mainly between the 1990s and early 2000s, showcase styles like rambler, Colonial Revival, and New Traditional, often featuring dark brick exteriors, mid-sized lawns, and multi-car garages. The area is part of the Fayette County Public Schools district, with schools such as Garden Springs Elementary, Beaumont Middle, and Laurence Dunbar High School receiving high ratings. Residents enjoy community amenities like a clubhouse, seasonal pool, and private fishing lake, maintained through an annual HOA fee. Firebrook is car-dependent, with Harrodsburg Road and Man O War Boulevard providing routes to Downtown Lexington and beyond. Nearby, the Palomar Centre and Millpond Center offer shopping and dining options, including Luna's Coffee, Wine and Butterfly Cafe and Ramsey's Diner. For recreation, Dogwood Park and the Keene Trace Golf Club are close, while the Keeneland Race Track, a historic equestrian venue, is just 6 miles away. The neighborhood's safety is comparable to the national average, and healthcare facilities like Saint Joseph Hospital are conveniently located 5 miles from Firebrook.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Firebrook a good place to live?
Firebrook is a good place to live. Firebrook is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Firebrook is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Firebrook has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.0 people per acre and a median age of 51. The average household income is $182,707 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 62.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Firebrook are home owners, with 11.7% of residents renting and 88.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Firebrook can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Firebrook neighborhood guide.
Is Firebrook, KY a safe neighborhood?
Firebrook, KY is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Firebrook?
The median home price in Firebrook is $372,970. If you put a 20% down payment of $74,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,930 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $83K a year to afford the median home price in Firebrook. The average household income in Firebrook is $183K.
What are the best public schools in Firebrook?
The best public schools that serve Firebrook are:
What are the best private schools in Firebrook?
The best private schools that serve Firebrook are:
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Home Trends in Firebrook, KY
On average, homes in Firebrook, Lexington sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Firebrook, Lexington over the last 12 months is $375,940.
Median Sale Price
$375,940
Median Single Family Sale Price
$375,940
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,554,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$287,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$261
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
30
Median List Price
$372,970
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%