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Southeastern Hills

Southeastern Hills

Suburban Neighborhood in Lexington, Kentucky

Fayette County 40517
$249,318 Average Value
$165 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale
Southeastern Hills is an established residential community.
Southeastern Hills is an established residential community.

Southeastern Hills has a relaxed pace with city conveniences nearby

Southeastern Hills is a Lexington neighborhood with a relaxed atmosphere and easy access to parks, schools and major roads. The area is anchored by Gainesway Park, a large green space with walking paths and a popular community center. For students, Tates Creek schools are within walking distance. The homes here are mostly ranch-style with large, fenced-in yards, and prices are usually lower than those in surrounding neighborhoods. Man o’ War Boulevard and New Circle Road are nearby, making it easy to get around the city, and Tates Creek Road leads directly to Downtown Lexington, 6 miles away.

How home prices compare to nearby neighborhoods

The median home sale price in Southeastern Hills is in the mid-$200,000s, below Lexington’s overall median and that of nearby neighborhoods like Tates Creek, Gainesway and Boone Creek East. Prices for single-family homes generally range from the lower $200,000s to the lower $400,000s, while townhouses can range from the lower to upper $100,000s. There are several apartment complexes in the area, making it friendly for renters.

Ranch-style homes with spacious yards

Most of the homes in Southeastern Hills are ranch-style or raised-ranch houses that were built in the 1970s. These often have brick exteriors, and many have been updated with modern kitchens and new flooring while keeping their original footprints. “You'll get more land in Southeastern Hills than in some of the newer subdivisions,” says Donna Elder, a Realtor with RE/MAX Creative Realty. Yards can have around a quarter of an acre, allowing room for fenced backyards, decks, patios and even the occasional koi pond. Townhouses are also available.

Housing in Southeastern Hills is mostly ranch-style homes.
Housing in Southeastern Hills is mostly ranch-style homes.
Most homes in Southeastern Hills were built in the 1970s.
Most homes in Southeastern Hills were built in the 1970s.
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Kids attend Tates Creek schools

Families are served by the Fayette County Public Schools district. Kids can attend Tates Creek Elementary School, Tates Creek Middle School and Tates Creek High School, all located on a shared campus within the neighborhood. The high school gets a B rating from Niche and has an International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, as well as several career-focused academies in subjects like information technology and medical services. If you’re interested in private schools, the A-rated Trinity Christian Academy is nearby.

Tates Creek Middle School serves the area.
Tates Creek Middle School serves the area.
Older kids can go to Tates Creek High School.
Older kids can go to Tates Creek High School.
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The Lextran bus stops throughout Southeastern Hills.
The Lextran bus stops throughout Southeastern Hills.

Easy access to Downtown Lexington and major roads

Southeastern Hills is primarily a car-dependent neighborhood. Tates Creek Road leads to Downtown Lexington and to the University of Kentucky, 5 miles away. New Circle Road, the city’s beltway, is nearby, and Man o’ War Boulevard, which leads to the Hamburg shopping area and Interstate 75, borders the neighborhood. If you want to get around without a car, the Lextran bus stops throughout the area, and Tates Creek Road has bike lanes.

Merrick Inn Restaurant is a popular place to eat near Southeastern Hills.
Merrick Inn Restaurant is a popular place to eat near Southeastern Hills.

Where to go for dining, groceries and shopping

Southeastern Hills has a mix of dining options nearby. You can sit down for a meal at these spots:

  • Santa Fe Taqueria, a Mexican restaurant with tacos and barbacoa made from scratch
  • Centrepoint Grill, a Mediterranean eatery serving shawarma and falafel
  • The Cellar Bar & Grille, a sports bar known for its large patio
  • Merrick Inn Restaurant, a Southern restaurant in a former manor home
  • OBC Kitchen, an upscale gastropub with an extensive bourbon collection and comfort food
When you need to pick up groceries, Kroger and Fresh Market are nearby. For retail shopping, you can head to the Fayette Mall, about 4 miles away, or the Hamburg Pavilion, 5 miles away.

Gainesway Park, golf and green spaces nearby

When you want to spend time outside, Gainesway Park is in the neighborhood and within walking distance of most homes. One of the park’s most defining features is a pond with a fountain at its center, providing a spot for fishing or watching ducks. A paved path winds through the park, and there’s also a playground and sports fields. The Tates Creek Community Center provides programs and classes for kids. Golfers can play at the public Tates Creek Golf Course, and families can take a swim at the Tates Creek Aquatic Center. Nearby, Berry Hill Park and Kirklevington Park offer more ways to get outside.

Skaters and bikers alike can enjoy the flow bowl, snake run and stairs at Berry Hill Park.
Skaters and bikers alike can enjoy the flow bowl, snake run and stairs at Berry Hill Park.
Kirklevington Park features the only pickleball complex in Lexington.
Kirklevington Park features the only pickleball complex in Lexington.
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Events at the Tates Creek Community Center

The Tates Creek Community Center has several events and programs throughout the year. Some popular ones include:

  • Community Egg Hunt, an Easter Egg hunt and festival with a bounce house, face painting and food
  • Tates Creek Neighborhood Carnival, a one-day gathering in June with games and popsicles
  • Spring Break, a free program for kids where they can get free lunch and play games when school is out for break

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Blue Grass

23 min drive

Bus

Centre Parkway & 1301

Bus

Appian Way & Olympia Inbound

Bus

River Park & 3594 Inbound

Bus

Pimlico & 3447 Inbound

Bus

Centre Parkway & Appian Inbound

Bus

Centre & Canonero

Bus

Appian Way & Olympia Circle Outbound

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Southeastern Hills US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 7 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,190
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1975
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
18,980
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,230
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
3
Median Rent
$1,650
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,650
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,898
Median Townhouse Rent
$1,338
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$1,650

Demographics

Total Population
5,690
Median Age
33
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$35,375
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$52,567

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
84%
College Graduates
26.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
26''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

50 / 100

Somewhat walkable

Walkability®

30 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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