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History flows like spring water in downtown Georgetown
People have long gravitated toward Georgetown’s Royal Spring, located 15 miles north of Lexington in the Bluegrass region of central Kentucky. Reverend Elijah Craig settled his congregation there in the 1780s, and, as legend has it, distilled the first batches of bourbon using water from Royal Spring, right in what is now downtown Georgetown. But change proceeds as surely as spring water, and now the neighborhood offers not only historic landmarks and the Georgetown & Scott County Museum but also an array of local eateries and shops. “There’s a really good mix of new people and generational Georgetownians,” Kristine Cassata, Founder and Realtor at Indigo & Co Realty, says.
Main Street is a favorite shopping location amongst those in Downtown Georgetown.
Downtown Georgetown was established in 1784 by Elijah Craig.
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Living history and community spirit
Residents revisit local history at Royal Spring Park, which still serves as a municipal water source, as well as once powering the first paper and pulling mills west of the Alleghany. At Robert Lonnie Suffoletta Memorial Park, neighbors take in games of the Scott County Youth Baseball league at one of several fields, play on the playground or picnic at the shelter. Evans Orchard & Cider Mill is nearby, where people explore a fifth-generation farm, pick fruit and flowers, sample cider or make new animal friends at the Barn Yard Petting Zoo.
Royal Spring Park sits within the heart of Downtown Georgetown.
Residents enjoy the scenic view at Royal Spring Park.
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Local businesses thrive on Main Street
Local businesses line downtown Georgetown’s vibrant Main Street. Cassata recommends Maime’s Fine Wine & Gifts for their expansive bourbon selection, including some hard-to-find bottles. Other favorites are Galvin’s, a “tried and true sports bar that people love,” Cassata says. Desserts by Rebecca offers coffee, breakfast sandwiches, and of course, desserts, along with cake-decorating classes. Residents can savor craft cocktails and farm-to-table dishes at Local Feed or enjoy a pint at Slainte Public House, an Irish pub with frequent live music. For groceries, Kroger and Aldi are less than 3 miles down U.S. Route 25.
A local favorite, Fava’s Restaurant, boasts quaint small-town character.
Local residents visit downtown Georgetown to explore its variety of boutique shops.
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Celebrating Kentucky horse culture
“The standout event of the year is the Festival of the Horse,” says Dylan Marson, a local resident and the Communications Manager for Georgetown/Scott County Tourism. Each year in September, the Festival draws “25,000 to 30,000 attendees for the weekend,” Marson says. Nearby, the Keeneland Raceway holds horseraces in April and October. “Everyone knows about the Kentucky Derby, but Keeneland is the go-to around here for racegoers and any who appreciate horse culture here,” Marson says. Make-A-Wish Day at Evans Orchard, another annual event, brings together families from Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.
Festival of the Horse features live music, vendors, and the largest parade in the county.
The Festival of the Horse is a 3-day event to commemorate horse heritage.
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Tasteful variety and historic architecture
Downtown Georgetown has a variety of architectural styles, ranging from decorative and historic Queen Annes with stately towers and turrets to single-story bungalows. Brick ranch-style homes populate the area just west of South Broadway Street. Many homes have private driveways and prominent porches, and most are moderately spaced with well-manicured lawns. Prices range from $200,000 for smaller homes to upwards of $500,000 for grand historic buildings.
Downtown Georgetown is a neighborhood located within the heart of Georgetown, KY.
Local character abounds in the Downtown Georgetown area of Georgetown, KY.
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Convenient location close to highways
Downtown Georgetown is 2 miles from Interstate 75 and Lexington is 15 miles south, great for commuters who might seek work in the larger city. However, Toyota built a plant in Georgetown in the 1986, and ample local jobs have been available since. Locals walk to nearby Main Street and its many shops and eateries. Blue Grass Airport is 16 miles away. For those seeking more city bustle, Louisville and Cincinnati are both about 70 miles distant.
Neighborhood schools and the liberal arts
Local students can attend Garth Elementary—housed in a former high school building that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988—which earns a B-plus from Niche. Georgetown Middle School scores a C-plus and Scott County High gets a B-minus. The neighborhood is also home to Georgetown College, a small liberal arts college known for its arts programs. Chartered in 1787, Georgetown College offers 38 undergraduate majors and a Master of Arts in education.
Garth Elementary School services students in Downtown Georgetown from K-5th grade.
Georgetown College is a long-standing institution within Downtown Georgetown.
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Downtown Georgetown Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Georgetown, Georgetown sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Georgetown, Georgetown over the last 12 months is $225,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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