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Lexington’s art and cultural destination
The North Limestone district — or “NoLi” — was once a historically Black community that produced one of the Kentucky Derby’s youngest winning jockeys. While the neighborhood declined during the second half of the 20th century, the new millennium has seen the community reborn as a center of art and progressivism. Trendy boutiques, restaurants and bars occupy the vintage brick buildings on the North Limestone thoroughfare. Strolls through the neighborhood lead to nature- and farm-themed murals, rainbow-colored crosswalks and pride flags hanging from a few balconies. Other notable sites include the Greyline, an old Greyhound bus station now home to businesses like a vintage clothing store and a craft distillery recently relocated from California’s Bay Area. “There’s a lot of cute little shops and things that are trying to make a splash in that community,” says Ryan Camenisch, a Realtor with the Brokerage. “It’s kind of a ‘by the people, for the people,’ type of neighborhood. It doesn’t have some of the corporate money bigger neighborhoods in Lexington have. It’s got a little more homemade feel to it.”
Trendy boutiques, restaurants and bars occupy vintage brick buildings in North Limestone.
Central Bank Thursday Night Live takes place every Thursday at Fifth Third Bank Pavilion.
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From Victorian-era cottages and bungalows to 21st-century contemporaries
North Limestone’s residential blocks mainly consist of homes built during the first half of the 20th century. Wood and chain-link fences are standard, while some properties boast colorful murals. The neighborhood features Craftsman bungalows, Victorian-era cottages and a few buildings with Italianate designs. Many bungalows sit just a few feet apart and incorporate shotgun influences with their long, narrow builds. The neighborhood also has a growing number of newer homes, including two-story contemporary houses with slanted skillion roofs and modern bungalow designs. North Limestone's homes mostly go from about $150,000 to $210,000, but newer and larger builds run between $30,000 and $400,000. Many small investment properties sell for between $50,000 and $100,000.
North Limestone has a Walk Score® of 69 out of 100.
Some homes in North Limestone feature Colonial Revival architecture.
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Coffee, donuts and craft whiskeys at the Greyline
The Greyline Station’s occupants include North Lime Coffee & Donuts, while other cafes in North Limestone include the art-themed Third Street Stuff & Coffee, which sells a variety of hand-painted items. The cafe boasts a colorful exterior covered with inspirational and humorous messages. Those looking for a to-go meal for lunch can stop by Wing KYng. Or for a brunch spot with Southern flair, Minton’s choices range from the banana- and sauce-topped Elvis Pancakes to the Little Brother, a hoagie bun packed with smoked sausage and macaroni and cheese. Bespoken Spirits, a tech company at heart, uses a distinct scientific process to make its craft whiskeys. A group of investors, including actors Morris Chestnut and Taye Diggs, designed the distillery’s whiskey brands. “They picked every single detail of the bottle. The proof, the age…they single-handedly customized their own bottle,” says Jared Bickel, Bespoken’s director of customer relations. ALDI is one of the nearest grocery stores.
North Limestone residents can rent out Old North Bar at Greyline Station for private parties.
Residents of North Limestone can sell consignment items at The Domestic.
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From indoor rock climbing to summer fun at Castlewood Park
Located in the neighboring community of the same name, the 32-acre Castlewood Park is one of the largest city green spaces within New Circle Road. In addition to playgrounds, the park offers amenities for basketball, tennis and baseball players. It also houses the Castlewood Aquatic Center and Sprayground, one of Lexington’s six aquatic centers. However, the park’s most prominent attraction is the historic Loudoun House, a rare Gothic Revival villa that now draws local art enthusiasts to its gallery and exhibits. Other neighborhood green spaces include Duncan and Gratz parks. Gratz offers relaxing walks on its red brick path, which passes by decorative streetlights and a sculpture in the middle of a fountain. The park becomes quite picturesque during the fall when the leaves from its trees blanket the ground. Those interested in trying indoor rock climbing can check out LEF Climbing.
North Limestone climbers practice at LEF Climbing, Kentucky's largest climbing facility.
With over 32 acres, Castlewood Park is a popular destination for local residents.
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Home to Lexington Traditional Magnet School and Transylvania University
Students here may start at Harrison Elementary School and Lexington Traditional Magnet School, both of which receive C-plus grades from ratings site Niche. LTMS has a special Visual and Performing Arts Hub. VAPA students challenge themselves with a rigorous curriculum and can take part in performances. LTMS’ extracurriculars include an Academic Team that has earned several top finishes in statewide competitions in recent years. Students here may then finish their secondary education at Lafayette High School, which receives an A from Niche. The ratings platform ranks Lafayette High as the second best public high school in Kentucky. The high school’s academics include an array of Advanced Placement courses and a pre-engineering program. The private Transylvania University, the oldest higher-education institution in the state, is on the western end of North Limestone. Its programs range from film studies and religion to others designed to prepare students for medical and law schools.
The student population of Lexington Traditional Magnet School is 308 and the school serves 6-8.
Lafayette High School offers a district-wide pre-engineering program.
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Lexington Pride Festival and Fourth of July Celebration
North Limestone is close to many of downtown Lexington's annual festivals, like the Lexington Pride Festival in June at the Central Bank Center. During the event, hundreds of people flood the streets in support of the LGBTQIA+ community, and the entertainment includes live music and a variety of food and drink vendors. The city’s Fourth of July Celebration occurs over several days, with events around downtown that include the Patriotic Concert, a Fun Run and fireworks.
Close to downtown Lexington and New Circle Road beltway
A portion of North Limestone is located within downtown Lexington and is walkable. However, for most people, cars are still the easiest way to get around the city. The Lextran also features numerous bus stops along both North Limestone and North Broadway. North Limestone connects to New Circle Road, which serves as a beltway within the city. The neighborhood is also a few blocks from West High Street — also known as U.S. Highway 60 — which leads 7 miles west to the Blue Grass Airport. Major medical facilities near downtown include UK Good Samaritan and Albert B. Chandler hospitals.
Important to know
North Limestone has an overall CAP Index crime score of 6 out of 10, slightly above the national average of 4.
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Parks in this Area
Duncan Park
Woodland Park
Fifth Third Pavilion
Castlewood Park
Gratz Park
Duncan Park
Legacy Trail
Transit
Airport
Blue Grass
18 min drive
Bus
Elm Tree & 3rd Inbound
Bus
North Upper & 4th
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North Upper & 5th
Bus
North Broadway & Withers
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North Limestone & Loudon Inbound
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North Limestone & 1217 Inbound
Bus
4th & Johnson
North Limestone Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Limestone, Lexington sell after 146 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North Limestone, Lexington over the last 12 months is $826,000, up 91% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,622
Median Age
37
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,395
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,721
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
28.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.8%
% Population in Labor Force
64.3%
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
51/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
69/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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