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Refined living awaits in this growing south Lexington enclave
As life in the Kentucky Bluegrass region has evolved, so have the neighborhoods within Lexington’s city limits. Southland Drive started off as one of Lexington’s first dedicated shopping destinations, with the nearby Big and Little Picadome schools growing as the area drew interest from locals in central Lexington. After a period of downturn in the late 20th century, the area became a hot spot for residents looking for a balance between suburban environments and city attractions.
Picadome streets are lined with mature trees and ranch homes built in the mid-1900s.
Home Buyers looking for brick exteriors can find a variety of ranch homes in Picadome.
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Cozy mid-century homes with a Bluegrass flair
Picadome offers a mix of craftsman bungalows, Cape Cod and ranch-style mid-century homes and mid-rise condo building units. True to the area’s central Lexington location, the home market holds appeal for both UK students and older buyers, with homes often selling in 20 days or less. Prices start in the $100,000 range for condominiums and go up to about $400,000 for larger homes with four- and five-bedroom floor plans.
The average home in Picadome is priced around $195 per square foot.
Many ranch homes in Picadome have cottage architectural features.
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Unique shopping and dining destinations in south Lex
Many of Picadome’s reliable spots for shopping are available toward the neighborhood’s south side, along Southland Drive. Good Foods Co-Op focuses on organic produce, meat, dairy and supplies from Kentucky area vendors, while the Habitat for Humanity ReStore offers a variety of used items, from furniture and home goods to books and CDs. Multiple specialty retailers also call the area home, including D20 Hobbies for tabletop games, the Doo-Wop Shop for musical instrument rentals and Old Kentucky Chocolates for treats and miscellaneous gifts. Dollar General and Dollar Tree sell reliable everyday items nearby, and Supermarket Aguascalientes offers groceries alongside an in-house butcher shop and taqueria. Foodies and athletes alike can visit Marikka’s Restaurant & Bier Stube, which offers German dishes, craft beers and volleyball on indoor and outdoor sand courts. Other stops include South of Wrigley for Chicago-style eats, PieTana for wood-fired pizza and chicken wings, and Winchell’s Restaurant for sports bar classics.
Rosemont Station is one of many restaurants in Picadome with outdoor seating.
Habitat for Humanity Restore near the Picadome neighborhood offers a large selection of books.
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Bowling and live music on Southland Drive
The Tahlsound concert series brings local music to Southland Drive in the neighborhood from April to September. Originally established as an annual music festival on the Oleika Temple Great Lawn, the event grew into an ongoing series over time, attracting visitors with live bands in multiple genres, local vendors and food. For year-round fun, Southland Lanes has been a local standby for bowling since 1960. More tunes and good times await at the Rackhouse Tavern, which hosts a showcase for Kentucky acts on Friday and Saturday nights. Picadome’s neighborhood association also hosts the Woodbine Block Party each year, bringing locals together for a potluck, kid-friendly games and good times.
Picadome residents enjoy a game on one of 40 lanes offered at Southland Lanes.
Residents can enjoy a match of volleyball at Marikka's Restaurant & Bier Stube in Picadome.
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Arts-focused learning at Fayette County Public Schools
Young learners attend schools such as Picadome Elementary School, which has a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 and holds a B-plus grade on Niche, and the A-ranked Morton Middle School. Lafayette High School offers more than 50 clubs and sports for students alongside a unique performing arts program for gifted and talented students. The school earns an A grade on Niche.
Morton Middle School earns an A grade on Niche.
Picadome features several murals and sculptures along Southland Drive.
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Locals practice golf swings and stop to smell the roses
West of Picadome, Southland Park lets residents enjoy some outside time with a playground, baseball field and swimming pool. To the east, Elizabeth Street Park tucks a paved trail and a basketball court into the tall trees of its surrounding neighborhood. Just north of the neighborhood on Parkway Drive, the Gay Brewer, Jr. Course at Picadome is one of central Lexington’s premier destinations for golf, offering an 18-hole layout without leaving the bounds of the city’s New Circle beltway. Locals are also about 2 miles away from The Arboretum State Botanical Garden of Kentucky. The Arboretum’s six dedicated gardens include the fragrance garden, a small area dedicated to cultivating plants and flowers with pleasant aromas.
Nature lovers can explore the grounds at The Arboretum for the first signs of Spring.
Southland Park has a lot to offer residents, including hard courts for tennis or pickleball.
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The daily commute via Harrodsburg Road
Picadome connects to greater Lexington through US-68/Harrodsburg Road on the neighborhood’s west side. Locals can also reach the neighborhood through Southland Drive on the south side or Waller Avenue to the north, which both connect to US-27/Nicholasville Road, another major thoroughfare. Downtown Lexington is a 3-mile drive away. The nearest hospital, CHI Saint Joseph Hospital, is on the neighborhood’s north end near Waller Avenue. Locals traveling to and from Lexington can get to their destination via Blue Grass Airport, 5 miles west of Picadome. Potential residents are advised that the area’s major thoroughfares sustain heavy traffic during peak hours. Lextran bus stops are available along Harrodsburg Road, Rosemont Garden and Southland Drive within the neighborhood.
Refined living awaits in Picadome, a growing south Lexington enclave.
Planet Fitness offers Picadome residents a variety of indoor fitness equipment.
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Important information to know
Some areas in Picadome fall within higher risk zones for flooding according to the First Street Foundation’s Flood Factor index. Potential residents will want to ensure that a property’s elevation and design are each equipped for potential flood risks before committing to a home. Locals may experience higher noise levels closer to the area’s major thoroughfares.
1.5 story, craftsman-styles homes are a common sight in Picadome.
Some areas of Picadome feature homes with newer construction, replacing older homes.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Picadome Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Picadome, Lexington sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Picadome, Lexington over the last 12 months is $301,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This 2 bed, 1 bath is ready for immediate occupancy! Minutes from the University of Kentucky campus and Lafayette High School. Conveniently located inside New Circle by ever popular Southland. Take a quick walk to enjoy a Sunday Farmer's Market, Tahlsound Music Festival, and local shopping and eatery's/bars on Southland Drive and Rosemont Garden. This is the left side of the duplex and offers
This well-maintained 3-bedroom home offers the perfect combination of convenience and comfort in a highly desirable location just minutes from the University of Kentucky campus and St. Joseph Hospital. The property features modern luxury vinyl plank flooring and neutral paint throughout, providing both durability and elegant aesthetics that are easy to maintain. The well-appointed kitchen comes
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Adorable home located in southside of Lexington 20260604
This home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, hardwood floors, fenced yard, detached 2 car garage. Kitchen with all appliances including washer & dryer are furnished. Walk to Lafayette High school or Southland Drive corridor of shops. No pets. No smoking.Visit to see all pictures and fill out an application. To schedule a showing, please call the office at .All Classic Real Estate
Welcome to this 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom duplex located in the Lafayette area. This property offers hardwood floors, kitchen with appliances, washer & dryer hookups, as well as an partially finished basement which includes 2 bonus rooms that could be home office or additional bedrooms with open exposed ceiling. The outside includes an oversized shared backyard that is partially fenced. Small pets
This new 5 bed 5 bath was built in 2023! This modern home has a spacious living room and kitchen. Our new builds also include a charging station for electric cars. Secure it for the 26-27 school year!
Beautiful new home with 5 beds, 5 bathrooms . This house has all of the bells and whistles! Walk to campus in minutes and come home to quiet upscale living after a long day. Two side-by-side refrigerators in the kitchen will hold everything you need to enjoy nights eating-in. Off street parking, cameras and security are just a few of the upgrades you will enjoy. Come see what we are about at
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