Neighborhoods in the 40508 ZIP Code

With a peaceful, historic vibe at home and downtown Lexington less than a mile away, residents of Bell Court appreciate their neighborhood for its prime location and welcoming, neighborly community. With open park space forming the center of this quaint neighborhood, residents always have easy access to a place where they can get some energy out

Just west of the Albert B. Chandler Hospital and the University of Kentucky, North Elizabeth Street is an almost entirely tenant-occupied residential neighborhood popular for undergraduate and medical students. The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy is located in the neighborhood, and the College of Medicine is just across South Limestone

Aylesford Place is located between some of Lexington's most popular areas, from the University of Kentucky to Chevy Chase and even shopping right along Euclid Avenue that residents can walk to, making the neighborhood a great fit for those who love being in the mix of things. "The neighborhood is within a stone's throw of the University of

While not the largest neighborhood in Lexington, there’s a strong chance those passing through this part of the city will spot it. Some limestone columns occupy both ends of Mentelle Park, with the pair of installations effectively marking the entrances to one of the city’s historic neighborhoods. Mentelle Park is engraved into a couple of the

When walking through Lexington's Historic Western Suburb, it doesn't take long to realize that it's one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city. Residents may notice impressive stone facades, quaint cottages and classically-inspired homes that modern builders no longer make. The oldest standing home in the neighborhood, the Matthew Walker House,

Despite the development surrounding Historic South Hill, this Lexington community reflects a commitment to preservation. Residents can stop by Old School Coffee, where the "City School No. 3" sign reflects what the building was once used for. Or they can stroll into the long-running Joe Bologna's Restaurant & Pizzeria, a converted 1890s Jewish

Known for its collection of 19th-century homes, many of which are fashioned with blue-gray Kentucky limestone, the historic community of Woodward Heights maintains its charm in the midst of modernity. Located just a mile from Downtown Lexington, this neighborhood takes pride in providing respite from its urban counterparts nearby. “Its

Northside is experiencing a rebirth. This neighborhood bordering downtown Lexington has many cottages and mansion-like properties that are over a century old. While some struggled with blight in the past, a series of renovations have breathed new life into a number of the smaller houses — and some have become Airbnbs for visitors looking to be

Columbia Heights in Lexington offers residents a walkable neighborhood adjacent to the University of Kentucky’s campus and close to downtown Lexington. The area features bungalows and Cape Cod homes built in the early 20th century. Students in Columbia Heights can attend highly rated Henry Clay High, known for its Army JROTC program and Liberal

In the 1830s, horses galloped down East End's Race Street, the city's first thoroughbred racetrack. Given this, "a lot of the jockeys lived right here in the East End area because they worked on the track," says resident Jill C. Wilson, who was born in the community and has lived here ever since. However, the neighborhood is now much more known

Home to Lexington’s premiere entertainment district, Melrose-Oakpark is known for its affordable housing, increased walkability and easy access to distilleries, restaurants and venues within walking distance. “It’s affordable and a wonderful place to call home,” says Cathy Cornett-Wilson, Realtor with Rector Hayden Realtors. “It's close to

The North Limestone district — or “NoLi” — was once a historically Black community that produced one of the Kentucky Derby’s youngest winning jockeys. While the neighborhood declined during the second half of the 20th century, the new millennium has seen the community reborn as a center of art and progressivism. Trendy boutiques, restaurants and

In northwestern Lexington, the Speigle Heights community offers a small-town feel amidst a highly industrial area. Home to several concrete and construction-supply companies, auto repair locales and wood suppliers, pockets of single-family homes are found clustered throughout the neighborhood. “It’s affordable without sacrificing quality of life,”

Borrowing its name from the abolitionist, writer and former slave, William Wells Brown, this Lexington neighborhood in conjunction with downtown and the artistic North Limestone district, makes up part of the historically Black East End community. “It’s rich in history and culture,” says Christian Adair, the executive director of the Lyric Theatre

Lexington is considered the “Horse Capital of the World” and the western community of Pleasant Green Hill lives up to the expectation. Located less than a mile from city landmarks, like Red Mile Gaming & Racing—one of the oldest horse racing tracks in the world—and Rupp Arena—the home court of the Kentucky Wildcats, Pleasant Green Hill offers a

Georgetown presents new possibilities close to renowned Lexington attractions. The neighborhood—not to be mistaken with the nearby Scott County city of the same name—is bordered to the south by the historic Lexington Cemetery. A scenic park as well as a final resting place, the cemetery features a 170-acre arboretum within walking distance from