Lexington, Lexington KY — neighborhood review

Lexington, KY

Lexington · Fayette County · KY 40507

Updated July 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$329K

Median Price

95/100

Walk Score

8.1/10

Schools

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
81/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
AWalkability
95/100
WYLT Score67/100

Our Take

Lexington’s 40507 offers a decent price point and lots of schools, but its walkability is virtually zero and the median income is barely half the median home price. Driving is the only sensible option and you’ll face a fairly competitive housing market. If you’re okay with commuting and the higher cost of homeownership, it might work, but otherwise consider looking elsewhere.

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The Good

  • High concentration of highly rated schools
  • Affordable median rent for the area
  • Low flood risk
  • Good access to parks and trails

Real Talk

  • !High home price relative to median household income
  • !Very limited walkability – essentially no pedestrian friendliness
  • !Public transit options are sparse
  • !Housing market can be competitive and fast-moving
  • $Property taxes and homeowner’s insurance may be above average
  • $Maintenance and repair costs for older homes
  • $Utility costs can be higher than neighboring suburbs
  • $Potential HOA fees in some neighborhoods

Best For

Families looking for strong school optionsStudents or staff near the university who drivePeople who value park accessThose willing to pay a premium for a suburban feel

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Lexington, KY

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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