Why Live in Kenwick
Kenwick, a neighborhood in Lexington, features a variety of home styles, predominantly Craftsman bungalows, with additional options such as American Four Squares, English Tudor cottages, Cape Cods, and brick Colonial Revivals. The Kenwick Community Center serves as a hub for local youth, offering activities like online gaming, pool, weightlifting, and courts for pickleball and basketball. Nearby, Woodland Park provides amenities including a playground, tennis courts, an aquatic center, and a skate park. For those seeking things to do, the Warehouse Block offers Breakout Games, a popular escape room experience. Dining options in Kenwick include Kenwick Table cafe, La Petite Delicat for French pastries, Epping’s on Eastside for upscale American fare, Blue Door Smokehouse for comfort food, and Mirror Twin Brewing for craft beer and artisan pies. The neighborhood supports local businesses like Wilson’s Grocery & Meat, known for its quality meats and sandwiches. Kenwick hosts several community events, such as the Kenwick Yard Sale, Porchfest, and the Kenwick Block Party. The area is served by highly-rated schools, including Ashland Elementary School and Henry Clay High School. Lextran bus stops along Richmond Road provide convenient access to downtown Lexington and New Circle Road, both about 2 miles away, with Blue Grass Airport located 14 miles from the neighborhood. Kenwick is also approximately a mile from the Albert B. Chandler Hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kenwick a good place to live?
Kenwick is a good place to live. Kenwick is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Kenwick is a suburban neighborhood. Kenwick has 12 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.5 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $87,705 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 52.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Kenwick are home owners, with 33.2% of residents renting and 66.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Kenwick can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Kenwick neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Kenwick?
The median home price in Kenwick is $472,990. If you put a 20% down payment of $94,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,450 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $105K a year to afford the median home price in Kenwick. The average household income in Kenwick is $88K.
What are the best public schools in Kenwick?
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Home Trends in Kenwick, KY
On average, homes in Kenwick, Lexington sell after 83 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Kenwick, Lexington over the last 12 months is $431,990, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$431,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$431,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$725,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,675,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$255
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
41
Median List Price
$472,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%