Section Image

Belleau Wood

Belleau Wood

Suburban Neighborhood in Lexington, Kentucky

Fayette County 40517
$289,914 Average Value
$228 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

Convenience meets affordability in southeast Lexington

Southeast Lexington's Belleau Wood isn't just one of this area's most optimized subdivisions; it's also one of the most affordable. A residential neighborhood, Belleau Wood is bordered to the east by the lush Belleau Woods Park and creek and most residents can walk to the nearby public elementary and middle schools. For shopping needs, a Kroger, restaurants and fast-food options are less than a mile away, while Lexington's biggest mall is less than 3 miles, or a 10-minute drive away. Belleau Wood is also conveniently located between Man o' War and New Circle Road, the two main loops that surround Lexington, which makes it easy for residents to get around. An active neighborhood association adds to this community's appeal hosting events like neighborhood socials in Belleau Wood Park.

Lower housing prices than in other Lexington neighborhoods

Housing costs in Belleau Wood are significantly cheaper than the average home cost in the overarching Lexington metropolitan area. "It's one of the most affordable neighborhoods in south Lexington," says Realtor Lisa Peel. "You can get in there for well under $300,000." Home values in the neighborhood range roughly from $275,000 to $350,000, and the neighborhood has primarily ranch-style and bi-level homes, each with its own unique character. "It's not a cookie-cutter neighborhood," Peel says. "There are many styles, a mix of traditional and contemporary."
There are sections of Belleau Woods where duplexes and multi-unit homes are available.
There are sections of Belleau Woods where duplexes and multi-unit homes are available.
Most of the homes in Belleau Wood sit on approximately 1/5 of an acre.
Most of the homes in Belleau Wood sit on approximately 1/5 of an acre.
Homes in Belleau Wood were primarily constructed in the 1980s.
Homes in Belleau Wood were primarily constructed in the 1980s.
1/3

Fayette County Public Schools

Students in Belleau Wood attend Fayette County Public Schools, which receives an A-minus grade from Niche and is also ranked as the second-best school district in Lexington by Niche. Students here can start out at Southern Elementary, which scores a B-minus rating, then head to Southern Middle School, which scores a B-plus. These adjacent campuses are just a mile away or a 20-minute walk from Belleau Wood. For high school, students attend Tates Creek, which receives a B-minus on Niche. Tates Creek High School is also known for its specialized academies. Ninth graders begin in the freshman academy before choosing between the academy of business, entrepreneurship, and education; the academy of design and engineering; the academy of IB and information technology; and the academy of medical and emergency services. These small learning communities break up the 1700 student population into more manageable groups of 300 to 400 students.

Situated between Man o' War and New Circle Road

Belleau Wood is a car-dependent neighborhood and residents rely on New Circle Road and Man o' War Boulevard for getting around. "Man o' War and New Circle Road are two of the main arteries in Lexington," Peel says. "One's the inner circle; one's the outer circle." Belleau Woods is also just 6 miles or a 15-minute drive from downtown and 4 miles or a 10-minute drive from the University of Kentucky. The neighborhood also has a Lextran bus stop that takes passengers to the university in 30 minutes and downtown in about 45 minutes. The nearest hospital, Baptist Health Lexington, is 5 miles north. The Blue Grass Airport is 8 miles west.

Belleau Woods Park and Proof Fitness

Belleau Woods Park is a quiet green space on the neighborhood's east side. It has a creek with a trail, a playground, tennis courts and colorful blooming flowers in the spring. The neighborhood is also home to Proof Fitness, a Lexington-based gym with personal trainers and on-site childcare.
Belleau Wood Park is the heart of the neighborhood on its east side.
Belleau Wood Park is the heart of the neighborhood on its east side.
Veterans Park is almost 240 acres and is just south of the Belleau Wood neighborhood.
Veterans Park is almost 240 acres and is just south of the Belleau Wood neighborhood.
1/2

Shopping and dining at Tates Creek Centre and the Fayette Mall

Belleau Wood has a shopping center on its eastern edge with a Kroger, Walgreens, Pet Supplies Plus and a mix of local and chain restaurants. New Shanghai Bistro is a small local Chinese restaurant where meals can be eaten in or taken out; Kyoto Japanese Kitchen sells sushi and hibachi, and Cinco De Mayo is a sit-down Mexican restaurant with daily happy hour specials. Fast-food options include McDonald's, KFC and Rally's. For retail shopping, the Fayette Mall, the largest mall in Kentucky, is less than 3 miles away and houses nearly 200 retailers. The mall is surrounded by big-box stores like Target and Walmart and a mix of strip malls and upscale shopping centers.

The Belleau Wood Neighborhood Association

The Belleau Wood Neighborhood Association puts on events like block parties, neighborhood clean-ups and food truck pop-ups at Belleau Wood Park. Each August, the association hosts an annual meeting to discuss the year's upcoming neighborhood improvement projects and closes the summer with an ice cream social.

Crime

Belleau Wood has a crime score of 5 out of 10 on the CAP Index, slightly above the national average of 4.
Ellen Daly
Written By
Ellen Daly
Ryan Minion
Photography Contributed By
Ryan Minion
Kyo Nguyen
Video By
Kyo Nguyen

Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Dianne Alarie

    Dianne Alarie

    National Real Estate

    (859) 710-5332

    60 Total Sales

    1 in Belleau Wood

    $249,900 Price

    Dianne Alarie
     Section Image
  • Clarissa R Barber

    Clarissa R Barber

    Berkshire Hathaway de Movellan Properties

    (859) 800-3178

    128 Total Sales

    1 in Belleau Wood

    $240,000 Price

    Clarissa R Barber
     Section Image
  • Clay Thomas

    Clay Thomas

    Keller Williams Legacy Group

    (859) 413-3707

    284 Total Sales

    1 in Belleau Wood

    $226,000 Price

    Clay Thomas
     Section Image
  • Christine Palm

    Christine Palm

    Haven Homes Group

    (859) 710-9020

    13 Total Sales

    1 in Belleau Wood

    $415,500 Price

    Christine Palm
     Section Image
  • Ivy Barksdale

    Ivy Barksdale

    Guide Realty, Inc.

    (859) 724-5319

    106 Total Sales

    2 in Belleau Wood

    $177K - $269K Price Range

    Ivy Barksdale
     Section Image
  • Sheridan Sims

    Sheridan Sims

    Responds Quickly

    Keller Williams Commonwealth

    (859) 493-8696

    322 Total Sales

    2 in Belleau Wood

    $300K - $330K Price Range

    Sheridan Sims
     Section Image
See All Agents

Schools

Source:
GreatSchools: The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process. View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Explore All Schools

Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to Dianne Alarie, an experienced agent in this neighborhood.

Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Blue Grass

20 min drive

Bus

Wilson Downing & Tates Creek Ctr Inbound

Bus

Camelot & Belleau Wood Inbound

Bus

Belleau Wood & 3732 Inbound

Bus

Camelot & 3816 (Sayre Village) Outbound

Bus

Belleau Wood & 3713 Outbound

Belleau Wood Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Belleau Wood, Lexington sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Belleau Wood, Lexington over the last 12 months is $290,000.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$319,500
Median Sale Price
$290,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$293,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$326,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$299,100
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
41
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$228

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
641
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1985
Months of Supply
2.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,586
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,847
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
14,810

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

See Homes

Homes for Rent

See All Homes For Rent

Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to Dianne Alarie, an experienced agent in this neighborhood.

Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
2,510
Median Age
36
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$42,613
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,271

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.5%
College Graduates
37.8%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.8%

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®

31 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

24 / 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.

Learn How Walk Score Works

Nearby Neighborhoods

Lansdowne
Lansdowne

A refined suburban lifestyle on the south end of Lexington

Hartland
Hartland

Lexington suburb packed with amenities and lush lawns near The Summit shopping

Southeastern Hills
Southeastern Hills

An established residential community with quick access to the best of Lexington

Gainesway
Gainesway

Conveniently located neighborhood with respected schools and affordable homes

Search Nearby Neighborhoods

Reviews

Are you familiar with the Belleau Wood neighborhood? to let others know what life in this neighborhood is like.
Kentucky Fayette County Lexington
Belleau Wood
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
NEIGHBORHOOD
Belleau Wood
Dianne Alarie
National Real Estate
Section Image
Dianne Alarie
Dianne Alarie
National Real Estate
Agent experienced in this area
Section Image