Lexington is a great place to live - 12/3/2021

Lexington is a beautiful city. There are tons of tree lined streets and even trees in both sides of the city's only freeway. It's relatively small, which can be both good or bad depending on your taste. There are 2 large cities within an hour and a half. For me that's perfect! There's a lot of diversity in the city, people from different places along with restaurants with many types of cuisine. I've moved here 4 times and have lived here a total of 22 years. I recently bought the house I expect to live in the rest of my life. People are generally friendly, especially if you're friendly too. You can take a walk in most of the city and feel perfectly safe. The high schools have great options for all types of students, from arts to engineering and multiple schools for kids with learning disabilities. I say this as a parent of 6 kids, not as a school official. I love Lexington. If you haven't been here, you should give it a try!

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SEXYLEXI - 8/25/2021

Very beautiful/underrated city!!

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You aint from around here - 2/19/2020

I have lived here now for over five years, originally from the west coast and here is my top 10 for why you should NOT move here. #1 The Culture: They have none, it is neither northern nor southern. Nothing to gives them an identity except for lots of farms with fences and distilleries which are they only thing good they have going here. #2 The People: rudeness, social ignorance and small mindedness are pervasive here even in the city, they seem to be in their own world can't hold a door open or say hello to save their life. These folks need to learn some manners. #3 Politics: lots of commercials about some rednecks plowing with mules and a governor who "Aint from around here" , meaning your an outsider. Most in this area just votes for whatever will give them the best deal. they have no principles neither left nor right wing. #4 Education: lots of ignorance even in the burbs and city, "schoolin aint a prioitize here". #5 Driving and roads: Drivers from here are unfamiliar with how to use turn signals, seems to be a outsiders concept. Back country roads are something out of third world countries and lack any logic in their building, often one lane roads. #6 What they care about - College sports and that's about it. UK this and UK that, You see more people with UK flags here for sports, but no other college. #7 Patriotism: and speaking of flags, you never see an American flag flying any place, they are a very unpatriotic people. #8 Housing: not exactly what you expect, houses are overpriced and not much value. Lots of Vinyl villages surrounded by giant horse farms owned by old money families. #9 Cuisine: When the local cuisine is a "Hot Brown" that says it all or other inventions like burgoo made from leftovers. not very creative or good. #10 The Economy: Not much happening here except for some dirty industry , horse semen and bourbon. #11 Bonus item - Hygiene: hand washing appears to also be an outsider concept. People never wash their hands here after using the rest room. Bottom line: If You are not from here, don't move here, the locals don't want you, Take your money and happiness some place else. If you are from here, please stay here we don't want you infecting the rest of the country with your ignorance or unfriendly manners.

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Lived Here All My Life - 10/2/2015

Lexington is a nice place to live, I cannot deny that. It is beautiful in all 4 seasons although I hate the winters. The ice and snow can be very bad and it destroys my landscaping!. I recently lost boxwoods that I spent 15 years cultivating. My husband and I met in high school and both of our families are from here. It was a good place to grow up and a nice place to raise our children. People are "tolerant" of others and are usually very polite and respectful, even if they do not agree with you. I grew up in the Chevy Chase area which was really nice and still is. Currently we live in the Veterans Park area which is fabulous. With all this said I want to move somewhere near the coast! As soon as we sell our house and I find a job I'm on my way!

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civil rights infractions religious and a hostile w - 9/7/2015

The GREAT STATE OF KENTUCKY HAS FROM THE GOVENOR DOWN THE POLITICAL AND LAW ENFORCEMENT BY PUTING EMPLOYEE IN JAIL AND GOD KNOWS WHAT ELSE YES GAY MARIAGE IS THE LAW. B BUT INSTEAD OF OFFERING EMPLOYEE AN ACCOMMODATIONS TO PROTECT FROM that WOULD allow her to freedom's OF her RELIGIS beliefs ,and obvious ,convictions IT IS NOTE EXPERTISE TO INTERPRET CONSTITUTIONAL LAW . I RESPECTFIY ASK YOU TO TAKE THIS E-MAIL AS AFORMAL complaint w and a request to give this most basic right and I ASK FOR THE STATE OF KENTUCKY OFFER THIS EMPLOYEE THE FOUNDATIONAL RIGHTS THAT THIS COUNTRY WAS FOUNDED ON WITH ALL DEW RESPECT I THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME IN reading my e-mail

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I miss living in Lexvegas too!!! - 3/21/2015

(Pros): I lived in Lexington for 7 years, four of those spent at university. 1. The hospitality and friendliness of people was great; people of all backgrounds (religion, politics, orientation, race, etc) mingled in my circles. [but like any major city...you betta like their sports team or keep hush about it. I'm living in New Orleans now and not being a football fan is a pain!] I learned one tradition that I maintain til this day - keeping tailgating chairs in my trunk so that I can always be ready for a social event, gathering, or holiday. Friends love inviting you over to there house [not so much down here in New Orleans; they prefer to get drinks and party.] 2. The cost of living was fantastic!!! No seriously, I'm thinking about going back. I'm missing the car insurance rates especially [I believe LA has one of the highest in the country]. 3. The economy seems solid, although I wouldn't write home about it. 4. It's very green oriented and socially conscious - lots of options for vegetarians, pescatarians, and vegan. Almost every social cause I supported tapped into the green movement...and there are lots of grassroot activity going on [mountain top removal issues, poverty, homeless, lgbt, etc]. 5. It's close to a lot of major cities, so easy traveling. I loved being able to get all the way home to the burbs of Clarksville in 3.5 hrs. (Cons): 1. It is a small big town, meaning that there's not much to do outside of the local traditions (horse scene, UK/College BBall), but with the many saved on expenses and ease of travel, getting outside of the city will be fun. 2. Economic wise you may want to go to a city/state with a more thriving economy to get some experience right after college, but you should be able to get a job regardless if you are willing to work you way up. I was offered a great entry level (master degree) position if I returned from grad school to my previous employer in Lexington. I'm kicking myself in the butt for not taking it. But overall I would rank Lexington as a great place for families and singles who love Southern culture, basketball, and low cost of living.

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Lots to do - 3/23/2014

Downtown lexington is a very lively place with a multitude of restaurants and cultural opportunities. because it is a college town there are plenty of college activities, arts, and bars, but central downtown is also flourishing with activity for middle aged adults as well

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Lexington Sucks! - 9/29/2013

My husband and I have been visiting Lexington, Kentucky for a couple of weeks now and we hate it here! Many people are rude, snobbish and terrible drivers. I hope we never come back here again!

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Real Estate Market - 11/19/2012

Lexington has a stable housing market with new construction opportunities starting to take off again.

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Climate - 12/3/2011

Climate in the Lexington KY area is pleasant. A balanced 4 seasons. Can be a bit rainy. I have experienced about a 50/50 balance of rain vs. sunshine. A strong crop growing climate.

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I miss living in Lexington, KY - 10/29/2011

I lived in Lexington for 5 years before I had to move to the Seattle, Washington area. I have lived in Seattle for about a year now, and I miss Lexington every single day. Here's why: 1. I am a an outgoing, friendly person, and I have found that it is so very, very hard to make friends in Seattle. The people in Seattle are friendly to your face, but are not welcoming to people who actually want friendship. This is so glaringly opposite of Lexington folks! Within the first 6 months I lived in Lexington, I had formed many meaningful friendships that are still going strong today although I moved to the other side of the country. Lexington people are friendly, welcoming, and inviting. 2. The city itself has the charm and "feeling" of a small town. There are many cultural events and things to do. Lexington has several outstanding choirs and community performance groups, as well as great musical theater and ballet companies. 3. Restaurants are delicious and bountiful. I miss DeSha's! Lexington has great coffeehouses, too, with the best coffee! When I moved to Seattle, I was excited about the coffee places here, because Seattle is the "coffee capitol" of the USA. However, I am STILL in search for a great coffeehouse here that can compete with the taste and coziness of Lexington coffeehouses. 4. If you are not a UK fan, or a horse race fan, you will find yourself strangely warmed to the world of UK sports and horse racing. Lexington's love for these things will draw you in and you'll find yourself 'bleeding blue' before too long. 5. You don't have to drive far outside the city center to see the beautiful and spectacular horse farms and rolling bluegrass hills. Stunning beauty. I especially liked to drive the country roads early in the morning when the fog was still laying on the grass, and see the silhouettes of the horses grazing their breakfast grass! Lexington is the 'horse capitol of the world', and the horse farms are majestic. 6. UK Medical Center is world-class. I spent two months of my life in that hospital because of a very serious and life-threatening illness. The doctors and nurses at UK were just magic - caring, friendly and professional. I owe my life to them - literally. 7. Lexington is also very accepting and tolerate to people of all religions, races and orientations. I had friends in Lexington from every walk of life, every race and different sexual orientation. Everyone just simply gets along and are accepting of others in Lexington! 8. Finally, the cost of living is very low in Lexington. Since moving to Seattle, I am absolutely shocked at how expensive the cost of housing, food, transportation and just life is. For the same amount of money we spend to live in a very modest place in Seattle, we could live in a fabulous place in Lexington. You can't beat Lexington prices. All in all, Lexington has all the components of what makes life more enjoyable. It has all the things that really matter - a great sense of community, natural beauty, vibrant cultural/arts scene, small town feel with all the resources of a larger city, sports, excellent health care system, acceptance of everyone, and a very low cost of living.

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I miss living in Lexington, KY - 10/25/2011

I lived in Lexington for 5 years before I had to move to the Seattle, Washington area. I have lived in Seattle for about a year now, and I miss Lexington every single day. Here's why: 1. I am a an outgoing, friendly person, and I have found that it is so very, very hard to make friends in Seattle. The people in Seattle are friendly to your face, but are not welcoming to people who actually want friendship. This is so glaringly opposite of Lexington folks! Within the first 6 months I lived in Lexington, I had formed many meaningful friendships that are still going strong today although I moved to the other side of the country. Lexington people are friendly, welcoming, and inviting. 2. The city itself has the charm and "feeling" of a small town. There are many cultural events and things to do. Lexington has several outstanding choirs and community performance groups, as well as great musical theater and ballet companies. 3. Restaurants are delicious and bountiful. I miss DeSha's! Lexington has great coffeehouses, too, with the best coffee! When I moved to Seattle, I was excited about the coffee places here, because Seattle is the "coffee capitol" of the USA. However, I am STILL in search for a great coffeehouse here that can compete with the taste and coziness of Lexington coffeehouses. 4. If you are not a UK fan, or a horse race fan, you will find yourself strangely warmed to the world of UK sports and horse racing. Lexington's love for these things will draw you in and you'll find yourself 'bleeding blue' before too long. 5. You don't have to drive far outside the city center to see the beautiful and spectacular horse farms and rolling bluegrass hills. Stunning beauty. I especially liked to drive the country roads early in the morning when the fog was still laying on the grass, and see the silhouettes of the horses grazing their breakfast grass! Lexington is the 'horse capitol of the world', and the horse farms are majestic. 6. UK Medical Center is world-class. I spent two months of my life in that hospital because of a very serious and life-threatening illness. The doctors and nurses at UK were just magic - caring, friendly and professional. I owe my life to them - literally. 7. Lexington is also very accepting and tolerate to people of all religions, races and orientations. I had friends in Lexington from every walk of life, every race and different sexual orientation. Everyone just simply gets along and are accepting of others in Lexington! 8. Finally, the cost of living is very low in Lexington. Since moving to Seattle, I am absolutely shocked at how expensive the cost of housing, food, transportation and just life is. For the same amount of money we spend to live in a very modest place in Seattle, we could live in a fabulous place in Lexington. You can't beat Lexington prices. All in all, Lexington has all the components of what makes life more enjoyable. It has all the things that really matter - a great sense of community, natural beauty, vibrant cultural/arts scene, small town feel with all the resources of a larger city, sports, excellent health care system, acceptance of everyone, and a very low cost of living.

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Heat Index - 8/9/2011

Hello: I do not like the state of KY due to the high humidity/heat. I'm looking to relocate to either WA or OR. I have lived in both states and their 'numbers' are very good. Thanks for all you do!

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There are much better places to live - 8/5/2011

I ended up moving to Lexington about 10 years ago. At first, I thought it was great. The people seemed so friendly and the weather was warmer than NY. However, after moving from Wilmore to Lexington, I started to see what this culture REALLY is about. One word of advice, don't move to Lex unless you are a die hard UK fan. Never have I lived in a place where a basketball team is placed above all other cultural standards. People here literally will shoot you in the head, should you dare mock their sports team...no joke, they WILL threaten you. This is just one element of how backwards this place is. Lexington also has some of the worst traffic flow issues of any city I ever lived in. It can take 30 minutes to go a mile and a half because the traffic lights are so badly out of synch. Finally, there seems to be a cultural divide between the 'wealthy' and the poor. Here in Lexington, you are judged by how much money you have. Don't even try to talk to some of the people who live on the south side, they will just snarl at you and walk away with their chins up. You are either one of them or you are just a poor 'redneck' Finally, this is a city where graduates move away ASAP. This especially is true of the UK grads. Unless you love horses, there literally is NOTHING here...no real parks, no lakes (well a few rather pathetic ones about an hour away) no streams. This place just....sucks.

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Terrible place to live - 3/5/2011

I have lived in Lexington most of my life. Unless you like bars there is absolutely nothing here. Family activities pretty much don't exist here. The crime rate is ridiculous and none of the laws are backed up. I have dealt with a sex offender, drug dealers, thieves, the list goes on and not once were any of the laws backed up in any case. I was told they were doing nothing wrong. The streets are full of potholes and the prices are way too high on everything from utilities to groceries. This is a horible place to raise chldren. I would try to give you something positive but really can't think of any. I am only still here because I have not been able to get out.

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is lexington a good place to raise a family - 1/26/2011

20 Years of army and air force and now we are ready to retire. We are looking for ideas on great places to raise a family. We have an 11 year old autistic son and we are looking for a diverse place to work and go to school any ideas. we go to church, like meeting new people, but not the party types, we enjoy every type of music. I am african american my husband is biracial. We love to go to coffee shops and restaurants. We love theatres, them parks, to have dinner parties, nothing extravagant just a few close friends, etc. any good ideas

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Lexington, KY - 12/1/2010

Lexington, KY is literally HELL on earth. I have lived here for almost 15 years and this is the most unfriendly, snobby, backward city ever. The people are so caught up in "Blueblood entitlements" are rude and self-absorbed. It is all about whether or not you were born with money, graduated from the famed and UGLY University of Kentucky or in the medical field. Oh, of course if you are from the Horse industry. Do not move here. People who move here move away very quickly. This is a very hard nut to crack. My life is miserable, but I have a husband who likes misery. I want to let others know, DON't MOVE here unless the money is over $250,000 and you have ties here with Horses or the medical community.Lexington, KY is and was never considered part of the South. It was the Border State and this place truly acts like the North.

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Lexington Has Something for Everyone - 11/22/2010

After traveling around the country for seven years, I moved back to Lexington in 1980. I felt like I was home at last, even though I had only spent four years here going to school. Over the last 30 years, i have heard many longtime residents say: when you go out for an event of some kind, you will likely meet new friends; and second, after you've met your new friends, you will always see them again. I can't believe how many times I have experienced these phenomena. It makes Lexington a great place to live, and it has to be one of the most pleasant places in the country.

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Lexington, KY. - 10/29/2010

Lexington is a wonderful place to live!! The people here are warm, friendly, and out going. There is always something to do here, UK sports, minor league baseball, outdoor band concerts, fairs, and not to forget horse racing at Keenland or all the activities at the Kentucky Horse park,I enjoy drives in the country, driving past all the horse farms, after all this is the Horse Capitol of the World!! Lexington is a GREAT place to live, and a GREAT place to visit!!

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Living in the Bluegrass - 3/28/2010

Lexington-fayette is a city with a very small town feel. People here are very friendly and welcoming; in no time at all these people make you feel like you belong, especially if you are a University of Kentucky fan and if you like horses. In addition to sports, and racing at Keeneland there are plenty of cultural events, concerts, theater and the ballet. If you like good food, this is the place for you; I have lived here ten years and still have not managed to sample all the top rated restaurants and this is not from lack of trying. All in all this is a good place to live.

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