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Columbia Heights

Columbia Heights

$298,722 Average Value
$224 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Walkable streets near downtown and the University of Kentucky

Residents of Columbia Heights enjoy its proximity to downtown Lexington and the neighboring Chevy Chase community, which has some of the best local restaurants in Lexington. Because Columbia Heights is adjacent to the University of Kentucky’s campus, residents have access to sidewalks and paved paths, making it one of the more walkable neighborhoods in Lexington.

Most homes are historic styles with a median price of $280K

Residents in Columbia Heights mostly live in bungalows and Cape Cod homes built in the first half of the 20th century. The median sale price for a home in Columbia Heights is $280,000.

Students attend top-rated Henry Clay High with a JROTC program

Students living in Columbia Heights can attend Cassidy Elementary, Lexington Traditional Magnet and Henry Clay High, which has an overall A rating on Niche.com. Henry Clay High hosts Lexington’s only Army JROTC program. The school’s Liberal Arts Academy is designed for students who are gifted in language arts, mathematics and general intelligence. Students in this program are encouraged to participate in community service, academic mentoring and seminars. According to GreatSchools, Henry Clay High has a graduation rate of 91 percent, which is above the Kentucky state average of 90 percent.

Woodland Park offers skateboarding, swimming and playground fun

Residents of Columbia Heights can enjoy Woodland Park, a 19-acre recreational space that includes a skatepark, an indoor aquatic center and a playground. It is the city’s oldest park. The skatepark features ramps, platforms, bowls and pipes. The aquatic center is where residents go to cool off from the heat. The center’s Paradise Lagoon is great for little ones who want to stretch their imaginations. What resembles a pirate ship is a play area that features a spyglass, water sprays and a water bucket to drench whoever stands beneath. The playground features a colorful assortment of swings, slides, monkey bars and other playground equipment. In August, residents come together for the Woodland Art Fair, where they can enjoy food and drinks, live music and view the work of artists from all over the country. Over 70,000 people attend this free cultural event.

Farm-to-table meals and comfort food near Columbia Heights

There are a few notable restaurants near the Columbia Heights neighborhood. Great Bagel & Bakery is known for organic flour bagels and pastries. From plain to chocolate chip bagels, customers can choose their favorite for a breakfast sandwich. The American is made up of eggs, American cheese and bacon, ham or sausage. For groceries, residents head to the Kroger on Euclid Avenue. There is also The Sage Rabbit with their farm-to-table menu. Order their Beach Bum Burger, which is made with American cheese, spicy Thousand Island dressing and fried egg. There is also the Dreamy Mac & Cheese that can be flavored with chicken, shrimp or vegetables. Josie’s is a Lexington staple. Stop in for breakfast and order the Sausage Gravy & Biscuits or the Chevy Chase Special, which comes with two eggs, breakfast potatoes and a choice of meat.

October street fair brings neighbors together on Euclid Avenue

In October, the community celebrates at the Chevy Chase Street Fair. Hosted on Euclid Avenue, residents come out for live music and support local food, drink and retail vendors. With its prime location near great restaurants and downtown, Columbia Heights is a small neighborhood worth considering.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Blue Grass

17 min drive

Bus

Euclid & Oldham Outbound

Columbia Heights Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$235,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$215,000
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$224

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
272
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1937
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,739
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,983
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
2,912
Median Age
23
Population Density
63 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.2%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
1.4%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$32,916
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,377

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
83%
College Graduates
43.4%
Advanced Degrees
26.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
50.6%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
26''

Area Factors

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

95 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

86 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit Score®

76 / 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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