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Where To Live in Lexington: A Neighborhood Guide for Renters
Few cities carry their identity as naturally as Lexington does. The Horse Capital of the World has thoroughbred farms rolling out in every direction, a bourbon culture that runs deeper than any trail map can capture, and the University of Kentucky anchoring an employment and education ecosystem that defines life here year-round. The Bluegrass landscape ties it all together, and the result is a city that feels genuinely unlike anywhere else in the country.
Whether you’re drawn to the refined character of Chevy Chase, the youthful energy of downtown, or the suburban comfort of Nicholasville south of the city, HILLS Properties offers luxury apartments in Lexington where you can feel at home. We’ve spent more than 60 years designing beautiful, modern homes that give you the comfort you desire and the access you need.
Explore our Lexington apartments below to get a closer look at what life here is like:
Why Lexington? Much More Than a College Town
Lexington’s character shows up everywhere you look. The University of Kentucky drives the region’s employment base alongside UK HealthCare and Lexmark, and the presence of a major research campus gives the city an intellectual energy that shows up in every neighborhood. Away from work, Keeneland and the Distillery District give residents a social life that is as established and compelling as the city itself.
Getting to Know Lexington: Communities Worth Considering
Lexington stretches across the Bluegrass with a handful of communities that each carry their own identity while staying within easy reach of the city’s best amenities and employers. For most renters, the search starts here:
- Nicholasville. Just south of Lexington via US-27, this fast-growing community delivers quality schools, a relaxed pace, and a straight shot to downtown and UK.
- Chevy Chase. Lexington’s most celebrated residential neighborhood includes the city’s finest dining, historic tree-lined streets, and an energy that draws people in.
- Downtown Lexington. The Distillery District, the Lexington Opera House, and a walkable urban core puts residents at the center of everything the city has built.
Nicholasville — Southern Comfort With City Access
Nicholasville sits just south of Lexington in Jessamine County, close enough to the city to make the commute effortless and far enough to feel like an escape. Camp Nelson National Monument is just down the road, and the rolling Bluegrass countryside that surrounds the city on every side is a reminder that you’re still very much in the heart of horse country. HILLS’ Grayson on 27 is positioned right along that corridor, giving residents the best of both worlds.
Chevy Chase — Lexington’s Most Coveted Neighborhood
Chevy Chase is basically what you imagine when you picture the perfect modern community. Mature trees, generational architecture, and a dining scene along Euclid Avenue that consistently ranks among the best in central Kentucky give it a character that feels entirely self-made. Getting to the UK or downtown takes minutes, but most residents find fewer reasons to leave as they plant their roots.
Downtown Lexington — College Town Energy, City-Scale Culture
Downtown Lexington may be where students hang around, but the area is loved by all residents. UK’s campus flows naturally into the city, and the energy that creates gives downtown a pulse that powers everything from the Distillery District’s restaurants and live music venues to the Lexington Opera House‘s performing arts calendar. When basketball season arrives, Rupp Arena becomes the loudest building in the state, and all of Big Blue Nation comes alive.
Getting Around Lexington
Lexington is a city built for people who drive, and the road network makes that easy. US-27 is the primary corridor connecting Nicholasville to Lexington and UK, cutting directly through the southern stretch of the metro. New Circle Road ties the eastern and western sides together, and Man O’ War Boulevard handles the outer corridor between retail and employment destinations. Once you learn the routes, bopping around town becomes second nature.
Exploring Everything Lexington Has To Offer
Lexington has more going on than most people expect, and no matter what you’re into, it never feels far away. Whether you live in one of our luxury apartments in Nicholasville or spend your weekends exploring everything the city has to offer, the best of the Bluegrass is always within easy reach.
Where Locals Eat in Lexington
The dining scene spreads naturally across Lexington’s best neighborhoods. Chevy Chase draws daily crowds with Bourbon n’ Toulouse and Malone’s, covering everything from a casual weeknight to a proper occasion. Downtown picks up the energy in the Distillery District, where Goodfellas and Elkhorn Tavern have turned former bourbon warehouses into two of the most talked-about dining rooms in the state. The NoLi corridor rounds out a scene that rewards the people who take the time to explore its creative eateries like North Lime Coffee & Donuts.
Bluegrass Country’s Wide Open Skies
Few places in America match Bluegrass Country’s natural beauty. Horse farms roll out in every direction, limestone fences line the roads, and the landscape has a way of making routine drives feel like taking the scenic route. Raven Run Nature Sanctuary offers river overlooks just outside the city, the Legacy Trail runs through downtown on a beloved paved corridor, and the Red River Gorge sits about an hour away for when you want to get away.
Bourbon, Derby Days, and Big Blue Nation
Keeneland Race Course has been one of Kentucky’s most beloved traditions since 1936, drawing crowds for racing that’s as much about the experience as the horses. The Kentucky Bourbon Trail sits right down the road from Lexington, with Buffalo Trace, Woodford Reserve, and Wild Turkey all within an hour’s drive. When UK basketball season arrives, Rupp Arena fills up, and BBN takes over the city’s bars and restaurants, reminding everyone why Lexington is one of the best college sports towns in the country.
Live Music, Local Art, and the Distillery District
Lexington’s arts scene has real depth. The Lexington Opera House hosts Broadway tours, ballet, and opera in one of the most beautiful historic venues in the region. The Distillery District anchors the city’s creative scene with live music, local galleries, and the Ethereal Brewing taproom, drawing a steady buzz. The Kentucky Theatre on Main Street has been preserved since the ‘20s, and it remains the kind of place that makes any night feel like an occasion.
Modern Apartments in Lexington
Grayson on 27 sits on 33 acres of rolling Bluegrass landscape, with 1- and 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom townhomes intentionally designed around the important details. Chef-inspired kitchens, spa-inspired bathrooms, and thoughtful stylistic choices set the standard inside every home, and the historic clubhouse, restored from an 1853 Civil War-era estate, gives the community generational character.
Keeping Active and Engaged at Home
Everything you need to thrive is already in place at Grayson on 27. A heated saltwater pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, clubhouse with work from home spaces, and scenic walking paths give you a complete at-home experience without leaving the property. With our expert maintenance team always on call, you can focus on enjoying your home instead of worrying about it.
Live Your Best Life in Lexington With HILLS
Finding the apartment home of your dreams is easy with HILLS Properties. We’ve spent decades laying the groundwork for Lexington residents to experience everything the city has to offer while returning to a comfortable place to lay their heads at night. That standard shows up in every detail, from the finishes inside your apartment to the team that makes sure everything works.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lexington Apartments
Most residents drive, and Lexington’s infrastructure is built to support it. US-27 connects Nicholasville directly to the city, and New Circle Road and Man O’ War Boulevard handle most metro movement efficiently. The Legacy Trail offers a scenic non-motorized option between downtown and the Kentucky Horse Park, but a personal vehicle gives you the most flexibility for daily life across the broader Lexington area.
Lexington and Louisville are different cities with different identities. Louisville is larger, with a stronger employment base in logistics and manufacturing and a more developed urban core. Lexington is more intimate, with a university culture that gives it a creative energy, a stronger connection to Kentucky’s heritage, and a cost of living that gives residents more room to breathe.
Most 1-bedroom apartments near Lexington start around $1,200 to $1,400 per month, while 2-bedroom apartments near Lexington range from about $1,400 to $1,800. At Grayson on 27, our 1-bedroom homes start in the low $1,300s, our 2-bedroom homes begin around $1,580, and our 3-bedroom townhomes are available from the mid-$2,000s. All include premium finishes and resort-style amenities that compare favorably to options closer to campus and downtown.
Lexington consistently earns its place among the most livable cities in the Southeast, and the reasons are easy to see. UK anchors a job market that runs deep across healthcare, education, and professional services, and the cost of living remains well below comparable markets. The bourbon culture, the horse racing tradition, and a dining scene that quietly overdelivers for a city its size make Lexington a place that earns genuine long-term loyalty.
Lexington experiences all four seasons, and the Bluegrass highlights the best of all of them. Spring brings Keeneland’s meet and the city’s most celebrated racing season. Summers are warm and well-suited for trail rides and distillery visits, while autumn gives life to some of the most scenic drives in the country. Winters are mild by regional standards, and the bourbon culture ensures there is always a good reason to stay in and warm up with a glass.