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Firebrook is a suburban neighborhood in southwest Lexington.
Firebrook is a friendly suburban community with lots of amenities
Lakeside views and tree-lined streets set the tone in Firebrook, a southwest Lexington suburb where you’ll find 1990s homes along quiet cul-de-sacs and neighbors who hang out at the community clubhouse and pool. Highly rated public and private schools are close by, along with restaurants and grocery stores on Harrodsburg Road. Major thoroughfares like Man ‘o War Boulevard and New Circle Road are within easy reach, and Downtown Lexington is 7 miles away.
Large 1990s homes with traditional architectural details
Most homes in Firebrook are New Traditional styles with Colonial Revival and Craftsman influences. Most were built in the 1990s, and houses average around 4,100 square feet. Ranch-style homes often have vaulted ceilings, finished basements and screened porches, while multi-level houses can have two-story foyers and detailed millwork like wainscoting. Yards are spacious, too, averaging around a quarter of an acre, so it's common to see fenced backyards with decks or patios.
The Firebrook neighborhood has New Traditional homes.
Firebrook's homes have spacious layouts.
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What home prices and HOA fees you can expect in Firebrook
The median home sale price in Firebrook is in the lower $700,000s, above Lexington’s overall median and that of nearby neighborhoods like Palomar, Plantation and Southwest Lexington. Homes under 3,000 square feet generally cost between the mid-$200,000s and the mid-$500,000s, while larger homes tend to range from the upper $600,000s to the lower $900,000s. Homeowners in the Ashbrooke subdivision do not have an HOA, but those in Firebrook proper pay an annual HOA fee of $1,000, which covers community amenities and insurance.
Highly rated public and private schools are nearby
Families are served by the Fayette County Public Schools district. Kids can start at Garden Springs Elementary School, which gets a B-plus from Niche, then go to the A-rated Beaumont Middle School. Older students attend the A-rated Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, home to the Math, Science and Technology Center, a competitive STEM-focused magnet program. If you’re interested in private schools, The Lexington School, which gets an A, and Lexington Christian Academy, which gets an A-minus, are a short drive away.
Beaumont Middle School serves the area.
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School gets high ratings.
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Dogwood Park is nearby.
Outdoor activities range from swimming to golf
Outdoor recreation in the neighborhood centers around community amenities like the Firebrook Clubhouse, a playground and a community pool with a diving board. The pool is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and kids can join the Firebrook Firefish swim team. There are also tennis courts with lines for pickleball and basketball. Nearby, Dogwood Park has walking trails and covered picnic tables. Golfers can head to the private Keene Trace Golf Club, which has two championship golf courses.
Major roads are nearby for commuting around Lexington
Firebrook is a car-dependent community. Harrodsburg Road borders the neighborhood, leading directly to downtown Lexington and the University of Kentucky, about 6 miles away. Man ‘o War Boulevard and New Circle Road, which are the main roads circling the city, are within 3 miles. The neighborhood itself is pedestrian-friendly. “It has sidewalks on both sides of the street, which is really nice so residents can walk around to visit neighbors or get some exercise,” says Robin Owens, a Realtor with Kirkpatrick & Co.
Neighborhood traditions give residents chances to connect
Firebrook’s HOA hosts community events throughout the year. Here are some popular ones:
Food Truck Fridays, a summer tradition where a different food truck sets up outside the clubhouse on Friday evenings
Neighborhood Yard Sale, an annual community yard sale in September
Fourth of July Celebration, two days of events including a bicycle parade, a cookout and fireworks
Harrodsburg Road offers convenient dining and retail
Several restaurants are close by along Harrodsburg Road. You can grab a bite at these spots:
Luna's Coffee, Wine and Butterfly Café, a casual restaurant serving breakfast and lunch
Ramsey’s Diner, a Lexington staple for Southern comfort food with locations around the city
Malone’s, an upscale steakhouse with bottomless salads
El Charro, a Mexican restaurant serving familiar favorites
Kroger is the closest grocery store, and Publix and Walmart Neighborhood Market are a short drive away. Retail shopping hubs like the Fayette Mall and The Summit at Fritz Farm are about 5 miles away.
Malone's is a popular choice for an upscale meal.
The Walmart Neighborhood Market provides groceries nearby,
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
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Crime Score
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Firebrook Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Firebrook, Lexington sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Firebrook, Lexington over the last 12 months is $723,500, up 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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