Southeastern Hills
Suburban Neighborhood in Lexington, Kentucky
Fayette County 40517
Variety of homes built in the 1960s and 70s
Southeastern Hills is majority renters, but those who own in the neighborhood live in homes primarily built in the 1960s and 70s. These homes typically come as ranch-style and bi-level homes and have sold for between $180,000 and $350,000. “You’ll get more land in Southeastern Hills than in some of the newer subdivisions,” Elder says. Townhouses are also prevalent in the neighborhood and have sold for around $150,000. Many neighborhood streets in Southeastern Hills feature sidewalks with mature trees overhanging. As for crime, Southeastern Hills was given a 5 out of 10 Crime Score by the CAP Index, slightly higher than the national average.Athletic fields, trails and a skate park
For recreation, residents have access to a few notable parks. Gainesway Park, right behind Tates Creek High School, features spaces for various athletic events. Residents can also use the trail in the park to get their steps in while checking out the wildlife around the beautiful pond. Kirklevington Park is only a few minutes away from Southeastern Hills. From baseball and soccer fields to basketball and tennis courts, Kirklevington is a robust recreational space for sports fans. It is also home to Lexington’s only pickleball court complex. The walking trail offers residents a bit of peace from their busy schedules. On a typical warm summer day, visitors will find kids skating around the skate park or running around the playground, people walking their dogs or having a picnic. Skaters and bikers alike can enjoy the flow bowl, snake run and stairs and rails that make up Berry Hill Skatepark. The park also features some unique touches. The concrete in the skatepark is stamped with horseshoes and is made to mimic limestone. One of Berry Hill’s metal rails features galloping Thoroughbreds.Students attend Fayette County Public Schools
Students living in Southeastern Hills attend the Fayette County Public Schools. In that district, students start at Tates Creek Elementary before moving on to Tates Creek Middle School, both of which earned B grades from Niche. For high school, students move on to Tates Creek High, which earned a B-minus grade from Niche. Tates Creek is highlighted by its decorated athletic program, which has won 63 individual or team Kentucky High School Athletic Association State Championships. Residents looking for private school options can look at Trinity Christian Academy, which services Pre-K through 12th grade and earned an A grade from Niche. Residents looking to stay around town for college can attend the University of Kentucky, just 5 miles north of the neighborhood.St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church Country Fair
Two miles from the neighborhood is St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, which puts on a Country Fair annually. The four-day event is perfect for families. Children can ride a pony, play carnival games or pet some animals at the petting zoo while their parents enjoy food and music.Lextran bus system to get around Lexington
Residents in the neighborhood can get to other areas of Lexington using their personal cars or the Lextran bus system, which has a route that runs through the neighborhood. Residents looking to catch a flight can head to Blue Grass Airport, 9 miles from the neighborhood. Medical attention can be found at Baptist Health Lexington, a 5-mile drive away.From chicken and waffles at Merrick Inn to catching a game at The Cellar Bar & Grille
There are a few notable restaurants that are a few minutes from Southeastern Hills. Merrick Inn Restaurant is known for its traditional southern cuisine. For brunch, customers enjoy ordering the Chicken and Waffles, which is boneless fried chicken breast on top of a Belgium waffle. For dinner, they can order Merrick’s Kentucky Hot Brown, made with fresh turkey and country ham on toast points. The Cellar Bar & Grille is a popular sports bar where locals come together to watch sports and hang out on their patio. Customers love the Cellar Burger and the Parmesan Chicken Bowtie, consisting of bowtie pasta topped with blackened chicken breast, Alfredo sauce and sun-dried tomatoes. Old Bourbon County Kitchen is known for its extensive bourbon collection. Lights are low, giving the restaurant an exclusive feel. Popular entrées include the Cola-braised Short Ribs, made with cheese grits, wilted greens, applewood smoked bacon, and cider-honey vinaigrette. For groceries, residents go to the Kroger on Hartland Parkway. Residents looking to shop in can head to Fayette Mall nearby, which includes stores like Abercrombie & Fitch, Rally House and Dillard’s.Tates Creek Golf Course
For golfers, there is Tates Creek Golf Course. This public golf course features 18 holes and a terrain welcoming to all players. The golf course shares its land with the Tates Creek Aquatic Center, where residents can enjoy going down the looped slide or cool down in the pool.

Agents Specializing in this Area
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Rola Lawand-Duran
FC Tucker Bluegrass
(859) 413-4344
64 Total Sales
1 in Southeastern Hills
$219,900 Price
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Ivy Barksdale
Guide Realty, Inc.
(859) 724-5319
104 Total Sales
3 in Southeastern Hills
$225K - $273K Price Range
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Ed Sarfo
Commonwealth Real Estate Professionals
(859) 724-6627
110 Total Sales
1 in Southeastern Hills
$235,000 Price
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John Groft
RE/MAX Creative Realty
(859) 800-7132
149 Total Sales
2 in Southeastern Hills
$180K - $255K Price Range
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Clarissa R Barber
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway de Movellan Properties
(859) 800-3178
129 Total Sales
1 in Southeastern Hills
$166,900 Price
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Clay Thomas
Keller Williams Legacy Group
(859) 413-3707
289 Total Sales
2 in Southeastern Hills
$155K - $167K Price Range
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Southeastern Hills | US |
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Homicide | 6 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
Robbery | 6 | 4 |
Burglary | 6 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
Larceny | 5 | 4 |
Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Southeastern Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southeastern Hills, Lexington sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Southeastern Hills, Lexington over the last 12 months is $244,950, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This Neighborhood Has More Renters
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Somewhat Bikeable
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