Andover Forest
Suburban Neighborhood in Lexington, Kentucky
Fayette County 40509
Top-tier schooling with a career focus
Students living in Andover Forest are within the Fayette County Public Schools system. They may attend Liberty Elementary or Athens Chilesburg Elementary to start out, with grades of B-plus and A respectively. From there they progress to Edythe J. Hayes Middle or Crawford Middle, which receive an A and a C-plus, respectively. Students who stay within the school they reside in will wrap up at Frederick Douglass High, a school with an A-minus grade and currently rated as the 20th best public high school in Kentucky by Niche. Douglass is also the home of the Biomedical Science Pathway, where students gain applicable, real-world experience in the areas of human medicine, public health, microbiology and more.Local favorites show off Lexington flavor
Hamburg Pavilion provides a wealth of shopping and dining options, ranging from big box stores and national retailers to popular local chains. “Hamburg is super close by with tons of fast food, restaurants like the popular BHG restaurants - Malone’s, Harry’s and Drake’s,” says Sims – these are part of the Lexington-based Bluegrass Hospitality Group, shining a light on local flavors. Meijer offers a bit of everything, groceries included, while Costco is just up the road for stocking up in bulk. Shaking Seafood and Wings of Lexington is a locally owned seafood joint where diners sit down to pick apart everything from snow crab legs to lobster tails, along with fixings like corn and potatoes. Southern fried baskets are also an option, with favorites like gator bites, catfish and oysters on the menu. Just across the parking lot, Tandoor Fine Indian Cuisine brings traditional Indian offerings in a modern yet warm atmosphere. No matter what the dinner choice is, a frozen custard, shake or Concrete from Culver’s is the perfect way to end a meal – or snag a treat on a warm weekend night.Green spaces for all sorts of activities
“The Andover Forest neighborhood sits around the old, now nonexistent Andover Golf Club, so now there is a ton of green space and walking areas for neighbors,” Sims mentions. “Pleasant Ridge Park is the closest park, within walking distance, to Andover Forrest and even has a dog park!” On the other end of the neighborhood is 216-acre Jacobson Park, a recreational wonderland with open playing fields, a basketball court, and opportunities for fishing and pedal boats and kayaks. Their dog park is eight acres of green fields and is off leash, divided into two paddocks: one for small dogs and the other for big dogs. It’s also a prime spot for birdwatching, with species including great blue herons and bald eagles calling the park home.HOAs are common
Many of the subdivisions in Andover Forest fall under the supervision of a homeowner’s association (HOA) and come with regular fees. These HOAs help to manage care and maintenance of the landscaping and streets. They also come with bylaws, covenants and policy that can affect everything from putting up fences, flags and signs to parking rules, exterior modifications and more. Prospective residents will want to make sure to acquire and read the HOA rules for the subdivision they’re looking at – the difference from one to the other may affect the final call.Convenience for commuting
“The close proximity to the interstate is a big appeal in this neighborhood,” says Sims, speaking of Route 75 that runs along the eastern edge of the community. This makes it quick to get around the region, putting the Blue Grass Airport within a half-hour drive. Three hospitals – Baptist Health Lexington, Saint Joseph Hospital and the University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital – are within 10 miles of the neighborhood, providing 24-hour care and making Andover Forest a desirable spot for those who work at these hospitals.Modern homes on landscaped lots
Closely packed amongst cul-de-sacs and quiet streets, modern homes with Colonial revival and modern traditional design cues all feature off-street parking, with most having multi-car garages – “Most people in Lexington as a whole commute to work by car,” says Sims. Encompassing multiple subdivisions, the neighborhood is overwhelmingly owner-occupied, and most homes are relatively modern, featuring newer floorplans, modern technology, and premium finishes. Regardless of the subdivision, brick and stone facades are consistent throughout the neighborhood, and plenty of leafy greenery provides shade and splashes of color. Townhouses and condos are available, ranging from $200,000 to $400,000. Older single-level ranch-style homes can start as low as $225,000, along with smaller two-story homes, while most single-family properties with yards sell for between $350,000 and $600,000. Southern estates with striking exteriors and exquisite landscaping can get up to or above $800,000.Music and markets
Andover Forest doesn’t hold much in the way of events, with most residents opting to head into the heart of Lexington for events like the two-day Railbird Festival every June, which highlights the songwriters and musicians of Appalachia. From April through October, Central Bank Thursday Night Live showcases local and live bands at the Fifth Third Pavilion in Tandy Park. The park is also home to Lexington Farmers Market every Saturday throughout the year – seasonal markets take place on Sundays on Southland Drive and Tuesdays and Thursdays at locations that change from year to year.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Angela Newby
Angela Newby
Calumet Realty
(859) 800-3707
26 Total Sales
1 in Andover Forest
$230,000 Price
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Ed Sarfo
Ed Sarfo
Commonwealth Real Estate Professionals
(859) 724-6627
109 Total Sales
2 in Andover Forest
$424K - $470K Price Range
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David Humes
David Humes
Christie's Intl. RE Bluegrass
(859) 800-6365
136 Total Sales
1 in Andover Forest
$290,000 Price
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John Groft
John Groft
RE/MAX Creative Realty
(859) 800-7132
148 Total Sales
1 in Andover Forest
$900,000 Price
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Stacy Heilig
Stacy Heilig
ERA Select Real Estate
(859) 710-9486
54 Total Sales
2 in Andover Forest
$350K - $570K Price Range
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Clay Thomas
Clay Thomas
Keller Williams Legacy Group
(859) 413-3707
288 Total Sales
3 in Andover Forest
$375K - $485K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Jacobson Park Dog Park
Jacobson Park
Pleasant Ridge Park
Athens-Chilesburg playground
Liberty Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
Deer Haven Park
Legacy Trail
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Andover Forest | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Andover Forest Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Andover Forest, Lexington sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Andover Forest, Lexington over the last 12 months is $441,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$484,500
Median Sale Price
$441,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$465,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$769,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$345,200
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
105
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$196
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,179
Number of Homes for Sale
25
Median Year Built
1995
Months of Supply
2.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,895
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,578
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 222 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,203 - $1,861 per month
- Reserve at Hamburg
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 500+ Sq Ft
- 3200 Todds Rd
- Lexington, KY
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,721
Median Age
42
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$102,108
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$130,610
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.6%
College Graduates
67.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.2%
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®
27
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
12
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
18
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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