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An entrance to the Lexington life with shopping, dining and schools close by
Living the suburban lifestyle shouldn’t mean sacrificing the joys of city life. Open Gates, situated on the southwest side of Lexington within the bounds of the New Circle Road beltline, offers a bit of both: well-kept mid-century homes on the residential streets with a quick drive out to entertainment, dining and retail options in some of the city’s best-known locales. Locals are also a stone’s throw from downtown Lexington and famed landmarks like Rupp Arena, where the University of Kentucky’s basketball teams take the court. “My biggest advice would be to stay as close to the middle [of Lexington] as possible,” says Cara C., a Lexington resident who’s lived in the city multiple times over the last 19 years. “That's where all the cool stuff is!”
Open Gates is an entrance to the Lexington life with shopping, dining and schools close by.
Meijer is a top choice of Open Gates shoppers.
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Updated mid-century homes in the heart of the Bluegrass
Buyers can find ranch-style homes, split-levels and a small selection of townhomes on the housing market in Open Gates. Many homes share a design language of new traditional architecture with influences from colonial styles. Color schemes and materials vary, with the look of the area’s homes reflecting the changes in Lexingtonians’ tastes from the late 1950s into the 1990s and the new millennium. Move-in ready homes from the late 20th century with new traditional styles and townhouses range from about $240,000 to $280,000. Remodeled split-levels and ranch-style homes with up to five bedrooms sell between $300,000 and $400,000.
The average home value in Open Gates is $300,975.
Homes in Open Gates built on the hillside feature walk-out basements.
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Lexington Social Club offers adult football leagues at Shillio Park.
Distinct indoor and outdoor recreational spaces
Open Gates residents are close to some of southwest Lexington’s premier outdoor spaces. Just south of the neighborhood, Wellington Park has amenities such as a walking trail and dog park alongside distinct offerings such as a migratory garden for monarch butterflies and the Lexington Women’s Recognition Garden. Established to pay tribute to the women who call Lexington home, the garden features a sculpture titled Katsina alongside a varied selection of local plant life. Shillito Park offers facilities for baseball, disc golf, swimming, basketball and more. Soccer enthusiasts can join the leagues at the Lexington Sporting Club Indoor Facility on Sporting Court, with youth and adult programs available alongside open field hours.
Studying for the future at Fayette County Schools
Students in Open Gates can study at Fayette County Public Schools. Clays Mill Elementary School hosts multiple programs to foster student interests and learning, from poetry readings to science fairs. The school has a student-teacher ratio of 12:1 and holds an A grade on Niche. Jessie Clark Middle School earns an A-minus grade. Lafayette High School students can enroll in classes at its School for Creative and Performing Arts or the Pre-Engineering Program. The school earns an A grade on Niche. Private school options nearby include the B-ranked Clays Mill Road Christian Academy and the A-ranked Lexington Catholic High.
Lafayette High School offers a district-wide pre-engineering program.
Clays Mill Elementary School serves students from Kindergarten to 5th grade.
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Concerts on Southland Drive, Kentucky sports and arcade games
Locals aren’t too far away from University of Kentucky athletics games at venues such as Kroger Field and Rupp Arena, or from downtown Lexington’s vibrant nightlife. But the immediate surrounding area offers a surprising amount of options for fun, from playing games at Malibu Jack’s, Champs Entertainment Complex and Main Event to enjoying drinks at Goodwood Brewing and Twisted Cork Café Bar & Grill. Just north of the neighborhood at the Oleika Temple Lawn, the Tahlsound concert series brings local music to Southland Drive over the spring and summer. Locals can also catch new releases at the Cinemark Fayette Mall and XD movie theater.
Open Gates is an entrance to the Lexington life with shopping, dining and schools close by.
Get to Lexington hot spots via New Circle or Nicholasville
Open Gates connects to greater Lexington via New Circle Road to the immediate south and Clays Mill Road to the west. Residents can also get to and from the neighborhood with Nicholasville Road/US-27 to the east. Downtown Lexington is about 4 miles northeast of the neighborhood, while the University of Kentucky is 3 miles northeast. Potential residents should be aware that major thoroughfares surrounding the neighborhood, including New Circle Road and Nicholasville Road, can have lengthy traffic during peak hours. While the neighborhood itself does not host any bus stops, residents can catch Lextran buses from stops along Nicholasville to the east or Harrodsburg to the west.
Fayette Mall, fine dining and everyday shopping stops
With a short drive to both Nicholasville Road and Southland Drive, Open Gates residents can easily reach some of suburban Lexington’s best restaurants. “There's a lot of great restaurants on Southland alone. Winchell's, Southland Bagel, Wong Wong, Marikka's, you name it,” Cara C. says. Other favorites nearby include Zundo Izakaya, a Japanese eatery offering sushi platters, ramen and poke bowls, and Donut Days, a local bakery serving coffee, cookies and (of course) donuts for more than 40 years. The neighborhood’s central location also means that residents don’t have to travel far to reach multiple well-established Lexington shopping areas. Just east of the neighborhood, locals can find Kroger and Trader Joe’s stores for groceries alongside national retailers such as Michaels and Five Below. To the south, Target and Meijer locations neighbor Fayette Mall. Specialty retailers such as Nike, Vineyard Vines and Apple are available at the Summit at Fritz Farm.
Fayette Mall offers Open Gates a variety of retailers and restaurants.
Fayette Mall is the premiere destination for shoppers in Open Gates and surrounding areas.
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Important things to know
Residents close to the south of the neighborhood along New Circle Road may experience higher levels of noise compared to the north end of the area. Homebuyers will also want to ensure their property is properly insured, as some homes near Stone Road and Big Run Road fall within areas given high ranks on First Street Foundation’s Flood Factor index.
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Parks in this Area
Kirklevington Park
Shillito Park
Hill N Dale Park
Garden Springs Park
The Arboretum
Wellington Park
Pensacola Park
Southland Park
Legacy Trail
Transit
Airport
Blue Grass
17 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Open Gates
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Open Gates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Open Gates, Lexington sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Open Gates, Lexington over the last 12 months is $330,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Offered for the first time since it was built in 1959, this fully renovated ranch seamlessly blends timeless character with modern luxury. Situated on a half-acre corner lot, this nearly 2,000 sq ft home has been thoughtfully updated with high-end finishes throughout. Original hardwood floors have been beautifully refinished, complementing the open floor plan that includes multiple living areas
Welcome to 321 Chase Place, a well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in one of Lexington's most sought-after neighborhoods. This inviting Cape Cod offers a flexible floor plan with a spacious first-floor bedroom that can function as a primary suite with direct access to a full bath. Upstairs, you'll find two additional generously sized bedrooms and a second full
Conveniently located inside New Circle Road in the desirable Open Gates neighborhood, this charming home on a quiet cul-de-sac is ready for its next chapter. Inside, you'll find fresh new carpet, a bright sitting room, a cozy living room with wood beam accents, built-ins, and a wood-burning fireplace, plus a formal dining room, granite countertops, and a guest powder room. Upstairs offers four
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,512
Median Age
42
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$82,843
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$96,422
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96%
College Graduates
52.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70%
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®
45/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
17/ 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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