Why Live in Mentelle
Mentelle, a historic neighborhood in Lexington, is marked by limestone columns at its entrances and features a park-like setting with grassy medians and tree-lined streets. The neighborhood is known for its pre-World War II brick homes, many of which have limestone siding, wide covered porches, and classical columns. Home styles include Craftsman, bungalow, four square, and colonial revival. Mentelle is conveniently located about 2 miles east of downtown Lexington, providing easy access to the city's prominent institutions and entertainment. The nearby Warehouse Block on National Avenue offers an eclectic mix of shops and dining options, including La Petite Delicat, Mirror Twin Brewing, Spalding’s Bakery, El Cid’s, and Epping’s on Eastside. For those looking for things to do, the area features attractions like The Domestic for antiques, Breakout Games for escape rooms, Wildfire Yoga, and Trifecta: Glass – Art – Lounge. Woodland Park, a few blocks away, offers tennis and basketball courts, a ball field, an aquatic center, and a skate park, and hosts the annual Woodland Art Fair. Thoroughbred Park, located a few blocks north, celebrates Lexington's horse culture with life-size sculptures of jockeys and racehorses. The Mentelle Neighborhood Association hosts occasional movie nights, and residents are close to major venues like Rupp Arena. Schools in the area, including Ashland Elementary, Lexington Traditional Magnet School, and Henry Clay High School, have received favorable ratings. Lextran buses serve the neighborhood, and the Albert B. Chandler Hospital is about 3 miles west.
Home Trends in Mentelle, KY
On average, homes in Mentelle, Lexington sell after 88 days on the market compared to the national average of 69 days. The median sale price for homes in Mentelle, Lexington over the last 12 months is $425,000, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$425,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$775,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$241
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$775,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%