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Andover Forest

Andover Forest

Suburban Neighborhood in Lexington, Kentucky

Fayette County 40509
$474,818 Average Value
$197 Average Price per Sq Ft
23 Homes For Sale

How Andover Forest blends natural spaces and suburban convenience

Andover Forest is a suburban neighborhood in southeast Lexington built around a former golf course, giving the community a park-like feel. Buyers are drawn here for Andover Forest's New Traditional homes and easy access to recreation at Jacobson Park and the Brighton Rail Trail. The restaurants and retailers in Hamburg are minutes away, and you’re close to major roads like Man o’ War Boulevard and Interstate 75, connecting you with the rest of the city.

What home prices and HOA fees you’ll find in Andover Forest

The median home sale price in Andover Forest is in the lower $400,000s, above Lexington’s overall median and that of Boone Creek East, on par with that of Gleneagles and below that of Greenbrier. In general, homes under 3,000 square feet cost between the mid-$200,000s and the mid-$500,000s, while larger homes range from the mid-$500,000s to around $1 million. Some subdivisions require HOA fees between $150 and $700 a year, which covers landscaping and covenant enforcement.

New Traditional and colonial homes in varied subdivisions

Homes in Andover Forest were built primarily in the 1990s and 2000s, with colonial, ranch-style and New Traditional two-story layouts. Most houses have two-car garages, formal dining rooms and finished basements, and some two-story homes have grand foyers and vaulted ceilings. “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,” says Sheridan Sims, the co-owner of The Catalyst Group at Keller Williams Commonwealth and a lifelong Lexington resident. The area is made up of multiple subdivisions, and the one that lends the area its name is deed-restricted, with rules about property appearance and exterior renovations. Apartment complexes add options for renters.

Which Fayette County schools kids might attend

Families in Andover Forest are served by the Fayette County Public Schools district. Depending on where they live, kids might attend one of three elementary schools, including Athens-Chilesburg Elementary School, which gets an A rating from Niche. Two middle schools serve the area, including Mary E. Britton Middle School, which opened in 2025 and has specialized labs for agricultural and health sciences. Older students attend the A-minus-rated Frederick Douglass High School, which has career-themed academies in topics like engineering and software development.

Hamburg Pavilion is the area's hub for shopping and dining

Andover Forest is near the Hamburg Pavilion, a busy shopping hub filled with chain restaurants and national retailers. Between Hamburg and restaurants in the neighborhood, you have access to a solid dining scene. Here are some of the popular spots:

  • Carson's Food & Drink, an upscale restaurant serving American fare and offering an extensive bourbon list
  • Malone's, a steakhouse with a wide selection of cuts and hearty salads
  • Drake’s, a casual spot serving burgers and sushi
  • Ramsey’s Diner, a Lexington staple serving all-day breakfast and southern-style comfort food
You can run most of your errands in Hamburg, whether it's picking up groceries at Meijer, stocking your pantry at Costco or browsing the home goods at Target.

Quick access to Man o' War Boulevard and I-75

Getting around Andover Forest is primarily done by car, with Man o' War Boulevard and Todds Road, which turns into Liberty Road, running through the area. Downtown Lexington and the University of Kentucky are about 20 minutes away. Interstate 75 connects to nearby cities like Georgetown and Richmond. “The close proximity to the interstate is a big appeal in this neighborhood,” Sims says. For longer trips, Blue Grass Airport is about 14 miles away.

Parks, trails and outdoor recreation close to home

When you want to get outside, Andover Forest is close to plenty of parks and other recreational spaces. “This is a pretty active neighborhood with people out constantly walking, walking their dogs, talking with neighbors and being social with their community,” Sims says. Pleasant Ridge Park is known for its dog park, and it has access to the Brighton Rail Trail, an over 2-mile paved path that connects to a larger trail system. Nearby, Jacobson Park covers over 200 acres and has a large reservoir for fishing and pedal boat rentals. The public Lakeside Golf Course is next door.

Popular annual events at Hamburg Pavilion and nearby parks

There are events throughout the year at the Hamburg Pavilion and in nearby parks. Here are some popular ones:

  • Outdoor Pop-Up Markets at Hamburg Pavilion, a recurring weekend market where local vendors sell art and handcrafted goods
  • Food Trucks & Tunes at Hamburg Pavilion, a weekly June concert series with local bands and food trucks
  • Friday Flicks at Jacobson Park, a free outdoor movie series in the summer with food vendors and pre-show activities for kids

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Blue Grass

27 min drive

Bus

Man O' War & Todds Inbound

Bus

Man O' War & Helmsdale Inbound

Bus

Bryant & Plaudit

Bus

Bryant & 2033 Outbound

Bus

Bryant & Pleasant Ridge

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Pleasant Ridge & Malones

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Andover Forest US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
3,183
Number of Homes for Sale
23
Median Year Built
1995
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,865
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,583
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
3
Median Rent
$2,295
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,113
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,295
Median Townhouse Rent
$1,300
Median 2 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$1,300
Median Condo Rent
$1,200
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,200

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
Above the national average
$79,597
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

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

40 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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