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Creekside character and historic Kentucky charm
Cradled between downtown Georgetown and North Elkhorn Creek, Boston is a peaceful Kentucky suburb that marries a serene and spacious location with a caring, neighborly community. The neighborhood was originally established as an African American village following the end of enslavement, along with around 20 other Scott County communities. Today, the Ed Davis Learning Center still stands as a reminder of Boston's community-oriented spirit by providing a safe space where local kids can hang out, participate in summer programs or access resources like tutoring and laptops to help with schoolwork. "My friends and I used to love going to Davis Park to play basketball," says Michael Prather, a local Realtor who was born and raised in Georgetown. Prather explains that, in addition to having large, leafy trees that make walks through the neighborhood more pleasant and shady, "Boston is loved by locals for its century-old houses that are full of charm and character. "Plus, it's directly north of downtown, so folks can always walk over there and explore fun restaurants, bars and art galleries." With Georgetown just steps south of the neighborhood and scenic Kentucky countryside right across North Elkhorn Creek, Boston community members don't have to go far from home to enjoy a lifestyle of leisure and beauty.
The Boston neighborhood in Georgetown.
The Boston neighborhood in Georgetown.
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Century-old Victorians and fixer-upper potential
Walking through Boston, locals will notice a diverse range of trees, from silver maples to tulip poplars, which shade folks' lawns and backyards, and provide an extra layer of privacy between properties. Streets here take their names from the canopy above, and houses line everything from Oak Street to Sycamore Avenue to Spruce Alley. "It's pretty quiet here, so there's no traffic to worry about," says Prather. Instead, children climb on their playsets and dogs sniff the ground along their fenced-in backyards. The majority of homes here were built around the turn of the 20th century and reflect this community's rich history. Victorian design elements like pitched roofs, decorative gables, and expansive wrap-around front porches are common. "The market has also really been picking up here," says Prather. "And there are a lot of cool, older homes getting redone." The average sales price in Boston is $217,000, but vintage cottages, ramblers and Cape Cods can sell from as low as $100,000 to upwards of $300,000 depending on the level of renovations needed. Along Quail Run Drive, homebuyers will find larger all-brick Colonial Revivals and modern traditional styles, featuring five bedrooms and spacious floorplans of over 5,000 square feet. Price points for these homes start in the mid $500,000s and reach just over $700,000. Some houses along Barren River Boulevard also feature private water access to North Elkhorn Creek, which also drives prices upwards.
Many homes in Boston are Victorian brick.
Boston offers residents quiet streets and plenty of greenery.
Homes in Boston have spacious front lawns.
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Stroll through the gardens or paddle the Elkhorn
At Elkhorn Creek, Boston residents enjoy kayaking, canoeing and fishing. While those who prefer land-based activities can head to Ed Davis Park; which offers a Learning Center, playground and two basketball courts. Peninsula Park is popular among local dog owners, while anglers cast out lines from the river's edge, or come summertime, folks drift downstream in innertubes. Nearby, the Yuko-En on the Elkhorn, is a public Japanese friendship garden. Thanks to Georgetown being home to the largest Toyota manufacturing plant in the world, its sister city, Tahara, Japan, gifted artwork to beautify the garden and share its culture with Kentucky. Here residents can enjoy a stroll along the park's walking trails or take a break to contemplate the park's carefully curated scenery. From rippling waterfalls to the garden's central pond, the garden imbues beauty.
Residents of Boston can stroll or jog along the trails at Peninsula Park.
Yuko-en on the Elkhorn Park welcomes all residents with lush landscaping.
Peninsula Park is centrally located within Boston.
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Unique electives at Scott County Schools
Students in Boston can attend Garth Elementary School on South Hamilton Street, which earns a B-plus grade from the educational review site, Niche and is also rated by Niche as the second-best public elementary school in Scott County. Georgetown Middle School serves 600 students and has a C-plus overall grade, with a B-minus rating for its teaching staff. Scott County High, meanwhile, has a B-minus rating and a student-to-teacher ratio of 19-to-1. Here, learners can opt to enroll in unique elective courses like Japanese or zoology, and the career and technical education program offers special interest courses on topics ranging from agriculture and business to marketing and industrial maintenance technology.
Students in grades 6-8 may attend Georgetown Middle School.
Students within Boston can play for sports teams at Scott County High School.
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Getting around the Boston area
Residents in Boston rely on their cars to get where they need to be. Broadway Street, also known as U.S. Route 25, passes right through Boston and also connects the community with Lexington, which is about 13 miles south. The Bluegrass RIDE bus system, which provides fare-free public transit, also has stops in the area; and the Georgetown Community Hospital is less than 2 miles away. For travel out of state, Lexington's Blue Grass Airport is the closest commercial option, offering service throughout the continental US.
The Boston neighborhood in Georgetown.
The Boston neighborhood in Georgetown.
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Date nights in Downtown Georgetown
Right next door to Boston is Georgetown's downtown area, where "There’s a really great, diverse selection of shops, eateries and amenities downtown,” says Dylan Marson, the Georgetown/Scott County Tourism Communications Manager. “I particularly enjoy the small-town atmosphere and seeing all the preserved historic buildings along Main Street.” Residents can browse the boutique shops on foot, while those who want to dine, can enjoy al fresco patio settings beneath twinkling string lights. Housed in a quaint cottage, New Thai Garden is a locally-owned spot where patrons can enjoy classic Thai offerings like pad kee mao and egg drop wonton soup. Right across the street is Rodney’s on Broadway, a popular date night spot serving-up dishes like roasted duck, homemade meatballs and filet mignon, paired with handcrafted cocktails. Irish Pub, Slainte Public House, is another option for lunch or dinner, housed in a former colonial-era home complete with an outdoor seating area with a brick fireplace. For groceries, residents head to the nearby Save-A-Lot.
Boston is located just minutes from Downtown Georgetown.
A local favorite, Thai Garden Restaurant, boasts quaint small-town character.
Thai Garden Restaurant in Boston is well-known for its Pad See Mao.
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Parks in this Area
Royal Spring Park
Great Crossing Park
Baseball/Softball
Tennis
Multi-Purpose Field
Yuko-en on the Elkhorn
Robert Lonnie Suffoletta Memorial Park
Marshall Park
Legacy Trail
Charles Brooking Park
Scott County Park
Peninsula Park
Transit
Airport
Blue Grass
31 min drive
Bus
Payne Ave & Northern Hts Dr
Bus
Bourbon St & Penn Alley, Wb
Bus
Poplar St & Hamilton St, Nb
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Teddy Ave & Lynn St, Sb
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Payne Ave & Chestnut St, Eb
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Boston
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Boston Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Boston, Georgetown sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Boston, Georgetown over the last 12 months is $197,500, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,427
Median Age
37
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,093
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,827
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.2%
College Graduates
10.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
26''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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