$374,153Average Value$325Average Price per Sq Ft4Homes For Sale
Lexington neighborhood on the upswing
Northside is experiencing a rebirth. This neighborhood bordering downtown Lexington has many cottages and mansion-like properties that are over a century old. While some struggled with blight in the past, a series of renovations have breathed new life into a number of the smaller houses — and some have become Airbnbs for visitors looking to be close to some of Lexington’s most popular attractions. In addition to its historic homes, Northside is close to a trendy dining and shopping scene. During the week, many here can enjoy anything from breakfast and lunch outings in an old Greyhound bus station to bourbon tastings and jazz shows at one of the local watering holes. “It’s up and coming, and it’s been up and coming for years,” says Jamie Bates, the co-owner of Ugly Duckling Antiques. “And a lot of people are coming up with their own shops and opening them up. These kids are coming in and revamping everything.”
Northside in located east of downtown Lexington.
Active Northside residents explore over 20,000 square feet of climbing space at LEF Climbing.
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Bungalows, creative contemporaries and stately houses
Craftsman bungalows, Victorian cottages and small Cape Cods stand alongside American Foursquares and contemporary-style houses with modern touches like flat roofs and second-floor balconies. Contemporary townhouses and apartment complexes also exist here, and creative builders have used materials like repurposed storage containers to build some of those units. Several of Northside’s largest houses date back to the Civil War and post-Reconstruction eras. Those houses have footprints reaching nearly 10,000 square feet and showcase Greek and Romanesque designs. The smaller cottages can run between $250,000 and $400,000, while the more prominent houses can run between $900,000 and nearly $2 million. Depending on size, the townhouses can also run between $350,000 and $450,000. Some of renovations here have also been due to limits imposed on expansion. “Lexington’s had a moratorium on growth and development for a long time, so all the construction has had to happen in infill and redevelopment,” says Shevawn Akers, a broker with Firefly Realty & Investments.
Rows of four-square-style homes are common in Northside.
Homebuyers looking in Northside can expect to spend around $229 per square foot.
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From breakfast at North Lime Coffee & Donuts to craft beers at Blue Stallion
Residents can start their day by walking a few blocks to the Greyline Station, an old Greyhound bus station that's been converted into a market. Patrons at North Lime Coffee & Donuts can order square-shaped doughnuts and even play a few ping pong matches. County Club is a neighborhood barbecue joint, while the Blue Heron Steakhouse serves upscale fare and cocktails. The Blue Stallion Brewing Co. is one of the few brewpubs here. Patrons can enjoy their drinks in the beer garden or from the comfort of leather couches inside the brewpub. The Green Lantern is a late-night hangout and watering hole often featuring live music. The venue’s multi-cultural decor includes a hula doll and East Asian-themed dragon art. Villainous is another popular drinking spot that also offers board games. The bar’s decor includes colorful portraits of Jack Nicholson as The Shining’s Jack Torrance, the T-800 skeleton from the Terminator franchise and Marvel supervillain Doctor Doom. Kroger provides a nearby grocery store.
Patrons are enjoying a late afternoon lunch at Smithtown restaurant in Northside.
The YMCA, in Northside, is a great family recreation center.
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Bike polo at Coolavin Park
Coolavin Park is a neighborhood green space and community meetup point. Children enjoy playing on the playground and swing sets as parents look on from the nearby benches. The park’s other amenities include basketball courts and a baseball field. Coolavin is also home to a hardcourt that hosts Lexington Bike Polo League games. A horseshoe-themed mural advertises the court. Instead of being on horses, the sport's players compete against each other on bicycles. The North Lexington Family YMCA offers indoor recreation and neighbors the Legacy Trail, a 12-mile path that goes all the way to the Kentucky Horse Park. The historic Lexington Cemetery is also nearby. The cemetery is a vast arboretum with more than 200 tree species, including dogwoods and pink weeping cherries. Visitors can also see thousands of tulips and attractions like the Henry Clay Monument and Mausoleum.
Coolavin Park offers a playground and hockey court.
With over 15 acres, Coolavin Park is a popular destination for local residents.
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Highly rated Lafayette High, Montessori option and home to BCTC
Northside is close to a variety of schooling options. Students here may start at Harrison Elementary School, which receives a C-plus from rating site Niche. They may then go to Lexington Traditional Magnet School and Lafayette High School, which receive C-plus and A grades, respectively, from Niche. The neighborhood is also home to the Providence Montessori Middle School, which opened in 2014 and operates in one of Northside’s historic buildings. With Niche ranking it as the second best public high school in the state, Lafayette is known for its vast availability of Advanced Placement courses and a pre-engineering program. Northside is also the home of Bluegrass Community & Technical College’s Newtown campus, one of the institution’s two main Lexington sites. Many view BCTC as a more affordable path to degrees in high-demand fields like nursing and technology. The private Transylvania University sits on Northside’s outskirts.
Bluegrass Community and Technical College is the only accredited college in Northside.
Lafayette High School offers a district-wide pre-engineering program.
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Wildcats games and major downtown celebrations
The proximity to downtown puts many here close to Rupp Arena, which is most famously the home of the Kentucky Wildcats men’s basketball team. The Wildcats are an NCAA powerhouse, and attending their games is one of several local traditions. Rupp Arena also hosts concerts and other artistic performances throughout the year. Other downtown events include the Fourth of July celebration, which consists of a series of events occurring over several days. The July 4 events include the Patriotic Concert, the Fun Run and the fireworks show.
Homes in Northside have an average value of $359,238.
Thursday Night Live features beverages, food, art, and of course, great music by live bands.
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Close to New Circle Road and major Lexington hospitals
Although the neighborhood is easy to walk and bike, Lextran has several bus stops on the Northside. Nearby New Circle Road is a commuter route that goes to several destinations throughout the city. New Circle goes toward the Blue Grass Airport, about 9 miles west of Northside and downtown. Northside is also a few miles south of Interstates 64 and 75, which goes to Scott County neighbor Georgetown and state capital Frankfort. The UK Good Samaritan and Albert B. Chandler hospitals are the nearest major medical facilities.
Important to know
Northside has an overall CAP Index crime score of 6 out of 10, putting it slightly above the national average.
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Parks in this Area
Woodland Park
Cheapside Park
Court Square Fountain
Shady Brook Park
Thoroughbred Park
Fifth Third Pavilion
Gratz Park
Triangle Park
Douglass Park
Transit
Airport
Blue Grass
16 min drive
Bus
North Broadway & 6th Outbound
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Newtown & 342 (3rd Street)
Bus
4th & 431
Bus
3rd & Jefferson
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4th & Bctc Inbound
Bus
3rd & 478
Bus
North Broadway & 6th Inbound
Northside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northside, Lexington sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Northside, Lexington over the last 12 months is $300,000.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,540
Median Age
30
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$38,749
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,324
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.3%
College Graduates
47%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.9%
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
94/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
67/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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