$475,000
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,264 sqft
2029 Dellwood Drive, Lexington, KY 40503
Courtesy of Rector Hayden Realtors
Listing data updated July 26, 2026
About the Neighborhood
Living in Zandale
I tell buyers this about Zandale: name something you need on a regular basis, and it is probably within ten minutes. Groceries, restaurants, the mall, a 100-acre park with a dog park and walking trails, a movie theater, a hardware store, a doctor's office — all of it is right there. Zandale is not the flashiest neighborhood in Lexington. It is not trying to be. What it is, honestly and consistently, is one of the most convenient places to live in this city. And once you experience that kind of convenience in your daily routine, it is very hard to give it up.
Zandale sits in south-central Lexington, anchored by the intersection of Nicholasville Road and Reynolds Road, roughly four to six miles from downtown. Nicholasville Road is Lexington's primary commercial artery — the spine of retail, dining, and services that runs from downtown through the south side — and Zandale is positioned right on it. The Zandale Shopping Center, Fayette Mall, and the entire Nicholasville Road retail corridor are not across town. They are across the street.
But step off Nicholasville Road and into the residential blocks of Zandale, and the pace changes entirely. The streets are quiet. Mature trees line the sidewalks. The homes — brick ranches and split-levels from the 1960s and 1970s — sit on real lots with established landscaping. It is the best kind of contrast: commercial convenience at your doorstep, residential calm where you actually live. That duality is what makes Zandale work, and it is what keeps people here for decades.
The other major draw is Shillito Park , a 100-plus-acre park located adjacent to the neighborhood. Walking trails, sports fields, tennis courts, a dog park — it is one of the best community parks in Lexington, and Zandale residents treat it as an extension of their backyard. More on that below.
But step off Nicholasville Road and into the residential blocks of Zandale, and the pace changes entirely. The streets are quiet. Mature trees line the sidewalks. The homes — brick ranches and split-levels from the 1960s and 1970s — sit on real lots with established landscaping. It is the best kind of contrast: commercial convenience at your doorstep, residential calm where you actually live. That duality is what makes Zandale work, and it is what keeps people here for decades.
The other major draw is Shillito Park , a 100-plus-acre park located adjacent to the neighborhood. Walking trails, sports fields, tennis courts, a dog park — it is one of the best community parks in Lexington, and Zandale residents treat it as an extension of their backyard. More on that below.
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Inside Zandale
- Zandale's homes were built during the 1960s and 1970s, an era when residential construction in Lexington was expanding rapidly southward. The builders who developed Zandale were working with materials and methods that have proven their durability — brick exteriors, hardwood floors, plaster or drywall interiors, and floor plans designed for families who wanted practical space rather than architectural statements.
- Architectural styles: Ranch homes and split-levels dominate the streetscape. The ranch style — single story, low roofline, attached garage — is the most common. Split-levels, with their staggered floor plan that separates living, sleeping, and recreation areas on different half-levels, are the next most prevalent. You will also find some Cape Cods and the occasional two-story traditional
Construction era: Primarily 1960s and 1970s
Construction type: Brick is the dominant exterior material. Zandale's brick homes have aged exceptionally well — the facades look as solid today as they did fifty years ago. Some frame homes with siding are also present, but brick is the signature
Size range: 1,200 to 2,000 square feet. This is a meaningful step up from the 900-to-1,400-square-foot range you find in older neighborhoods like Meadowthorpe . The split-levels in particular offer efficient use of space, with finished lower levels that effectively add a family room, recreation area, or additional bedroom without increasing the home's footprint
Lot sizes: Typically 0.15 to 0.30 acres. Lots are well-proportioned for the size of the homes — you get a usable backyard with room for a patio, a garden, or kids' play equipment. Mature trees on many lots provide shade and privacy that takes decades to establish
Price range: $175,000 to $300,000. At the lower end, expect original-condition homes with dated kitchens, older carpeting (usually hiding hardwood floors), and cosmetic needs. At the upper end, renovated homes with updated kitchens, modern bathrooms, refinished hardwood throughout, and newer mechanical systems - The brick construction in Zandale is a genuine asset. Brick exteriors require minimal maintenance, provide excellent insulation, and hold their appearance over time. A brick ranch from 1968 does not look dated the way a vinyl-sided home from the same era can. It looks established. That visual durability supports resale value and curb appeal decade after decade.
Inside, most Zandale homes have hardwood floors — either visible or under carpet. I always recommend that buyers ask the listing agent or check during the showing. The hardwood in homes from this era is typically red oak, installed as standard construction rather than an upgrade. When refinished, it transforms the feel of the home.
Split-levels deserve special attention for buyers who are unfamiliar with the style. The layout works like this: you enter on the main level (living room, kitchen, dining area), half a flight up takes you to the bedrooms and bathrooms, and half a flight down from the entry takes you to the family room, utility area, and potentially a third bedroom or office. This separation of spaces is surprisingly functional — it provides privacy between the living and sleeping areas without the full staircase of a two-story home. Families with teenagers, people who work from home, and anyone who values distinct zones within a home tend to appreciate the split-level layout once they live in it.
Renovation potential is solid in Zandale. The most impactful updates are kitchen renovations (opening the kitchen to the adjacent dining or living area), bathroom modernization, and refinishing or replacing flooring. Homes that have been through a thoughtful renovation sell at the top of the price range and move quickly. - Notable: Both schools serve portions of the Zandale area. Lansdowne has a community-oriented culture and active parent involvement. Clays Mill Elementary serves students on the southern edge of the neighborhood. Confirm your specific assignment with FCPS before making purchase decisions based on school zoning
- Fayette County's magnet programs — Lexington Traditional Magnet, SCAPA, the Math Science Technology Center at Paul Laurence Dunbar — are available to all county students through the lottery system regardless of where you live.
Private school access is a genuine strength of Zandale's location:
Lexington Catholic High School Located directly on Nicholasville Road, minutes from the neighborhood. One of the most convenient private school commutes in the city
Sayre School 10 to 15 minutes north toward downtown
Lexington Christian Academy 15 minutes via Nicholasville Road south
For families who are weighing both public and private options, Zandale's central south-side position means neither path requires a difficult commute. - If Zandale has a single defining amenity, it is Shillito Park . Located adjacent to the neighborhood, Shillito is one of Lexington's major community parks and functions as an extension of the neighborhood for residents who use it regularly — which is most of them.
Here is what you get at Shillito Park:
Walking trails: Paved and unpaved trails loop through the park's rolling terrain. Morning joggers, evening dog walkers, and families with strollers share the paths daily. The terrain is gentle enough for all fitness levels but varied enough to keep the walks interesting
Sports fields: Soccer fields, baseball diamonds, and open athletic space support organized youth leagues and adult recreation. Weekend mornings during spring and fall are a steady stream of games and practices
Tennis courts: Multiple courts available for public use. The courts stay busy in warmer months and are a gathering point for the park's regular tennis community
Dog park: A dedicated off-leash area that is popular with Zandale's dog owners. If you have dogs, the proximity of Shillito's dog park to the neighborhood is a daily quality-of-life upgrade. Instead of loading the dog in the car and driving to a park, you walk over
Playgrounds: Equipment for younger children, well-maintained and actively used
Open green space: Rolling fields for frisbee, kite flying, picnics, or just sitting with a book on a Saturday afternoon
Living next to a park like Shillito changes your daily habits. It becomes the default destination for exercise, for decompressing after work, for weekend family time. I have had buyers tell me they initially chose Zandale for the price and the convenience, but it was Shillito Park that made them want to stay. - This is where Zandale earns its reputation as one of the most commercially convenient neighborhoods in Lexington. The combination of the Zandale Shopping Center, Fayette Mall, and the full Nicholasville Road retail corridor gives you a depth of options that most neighborhoods simply cannot match.
Zandale Shopping Center is the neighborhood's namesake commercial node — a collection of shops and services at the intersection of Nicholasville Road and Zandale Drive. It handles everyday needs and provides a walkable commercial destination for nearby residents.
Fayette Mall is within minutes and provides the full range of retail — anchor department stores, national chains, and a food court. Beyond the mall itself, the surrounding retail cluster includes:
Target
Costco (further south on Nicholasville Road)
Trader Joe's
Home Depot
Kroger (multiple locations accessible)
Best Buy
A concentration of restaurants that would take pages to list completely
Dining highlights near Zandale:
The Nicholasville Road corridor is Lexington's deepest restaurant concentration. Within a five-to-ten-minute radius of Zandale, you can find virtually any cuisine — from locally owned spots to regional chains, from quick-service to sit-down dining. The Palomar Centre area, adjacent to the neighborhood, has added several popular restaurants in recent years and continues to grow.
For a quieter evening out, the restaurants along Southland Drive (to the north) or the Beaumont Centre area (to the south on Harrodsburg Road) offer alternatives to the busier Nicholasville Road strip.
Grocery access is comprehensive. Multiple Kroger locations, Trader Joe's, Costco, and Aldi are all within a short drive. Weekly grocery shopping in Zandale is a five-minute errand, not a cross-town production. - Zandale's position on Nicholasville Road gives it straightforward commute access to most of Lexington.
Downtown Lexington: 10 to 15 minutes via Nicholasville Road north. Slightly longer than neighborhoods closer to the center, but a reliable and predictable drive
University of Kentucky: 10 to 12 minutes. Accessible via Nicholasville Road or side streets depending on campus destination
Baptist Health Lexington: Less than 5 minutes. Baptist Health sits directly on Nicholasville Road, making Zandale one of the most convenient neighborhoods for employees of Lexington's largest healthcare system
Fayette Mall / Nicholasville Road corridor employers: Immediate. If you work anywhere along the Nicholasville Road retail and commercial corridor, Zandale eliminates your commute entirely
New Circle Road: 5 minutes north on Nicholasville Road, which opens up cross-town travel to the east and northwest sides
Man o' War Boulevard: Close, providing east-west access across Lexington's outer loop
For anyone in healthcare, retail, or education — three of Lexington's largest employment sectors — Zandale's commute math is hard to beat. The neighborhood's position near the intersection of multiple major roads means you are rarely more than fifteen minutes from where you need to be. - Zandale's population is a genuine cross-section. This is not a neighborhood that skews heavily toward one age group, one income bracket, or one lifestyle. The mix is the point.
Established residents form the backbone of the community. Many have been in their Zandale homes for twenty, thirty, or even forty years. They bought when the neighborhood was new, raised their families here, and stayed because the location works and the home still works. These long-term homeowners provide stability and continuity that newer neighborhoods have not had time to build.
Families are drawn to Zandale for practical reasons: homes with enough space (three to four bedrooms is standard), lots with real backyards, Shillito Park for the kids and the dog, and a price point that leaves room in the budget for the rest of life. The school options, while requiring address-specific verification, include solid public and private choices. And the commercial convenience means errands and activities do not consume the entire weekend.
Professionals — particularly those who work in the Nicholasville Road corridor, at Baptist Health, or at UK — choose Zandale because the commute is minimal and the daily logistics are simple. Grab coffee on the way out, stop at the grocery store on the way home, walk the dog at Shillito Park before dinner. Zandale lets you run your life efficiently, and for busy professionals, that efficiency translates directly to quality of life.
Retirees appreciate Zandale's walkability and convenience. The ability to walk to stores and restaurants, combined with medical services nearby on Nicholasville Road, makes Zandale a practical choice for people who want to age in place without depending entirely on a car. The single-story ranch homes that dominate the neighborhood are inherently accessible — no stairs to navigate, main-level living, easy-entry garages.
Young buyers and couples are increasingly finding Zandale. The price point is accessible for first-time buyers, the location delivers genuine lifestyle benefits, and the homes are large enough to grow into. Buyers who start in Zandale as a couple often find the home still works when kids arrive, which is not always the case in neighborhoods with smaller housing stock.
The common thread across all these groups: they prioritize convenience and practicality over trendiness and status. Zandale appeals to people who would rather spend ten minutes walking to the park than thirty minutes driving to it, who would rather have everything nearby than have the newest address. - Zandale does not have a mandatory homeowners association. This means no monthly dues, no architectural review, and no restrictions on exterior modifications beyond Lexington-Fayette County building codes. You can paint your door, build a fence, add a patio, or expand your garden without submitting an application to a board.
For some buyers, this freedom is a significant selling point. For others who are accustomed to the consistent maintenance standards that HOAs enforce, it is important to understand that property upkeep in Zandale varies by individual homeowner. Most of the neighborhood is well-maintained — pride of ownership is evident on the majority of blocks. But you will find variation, and that is part of buying in a non-HOA neighborhood. - Homes built in the 1960s and 1970s are generally easier to renovate than older pre-war homes, and Zandale's housing stock falls squarely in the sweet spot. Here is what to know:
Electrical systems: Most Zandale homes have circuit breaker panels rather than the older fuse boxes found in pre-war neighborhoods. Some may have been upgraded; others may be original. Verify the panel capacity and condition during inspection
Plumbing: Copper piping is common in homes from this era, which is generally reliable. Some homes may have a mix of materials. Clay sewer lines are possible and should be scoped during inspection
HVAC: Central heating and air conditioning were standard in 1960s-1970s construction. Systems have been replaced at various intervals, so check the age and condition of the current unit
Insulation: Mid-century homes were built with less insulation than modern standards. Upgrading attic insulation is one of the highest-return, lowest-cost improvements you can make. Wall insulation is more complex but worth investigating
Windows: Original single-pane windows are present in many homes. Replacement windows improve energy efficiency and comfort but represent a meaningful expense. Budget accordingly
Asbestos and lead paint: Homes built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint. Homes from the 1960s may have asbestos in floor tiles, pipe insulation, or textured ceilings. Both are manageable through professional abatement when present, but should be identified during the inspection process
The renovation math in Zandale works well. A home purchased at $175K to $200K with $50K to $75K in renovation investment can land in the $275K to $300K value range in today's market, assuming the work is done well and the finishes are appropriate for the neighborhood. - On a $235,000 home in Fayette County, property taxes run approximately $2,200 to $2,600 per year. Kentucky's homestead exemption is available for homeowners 65 and older, providing meaningful tax relief for Zandale's retiree population.
Insurance costs are standard for the area. Flood insurance is generally not required, though buyers should always verify flood zone status for specific properties. - Nicholasville Road noise: Homes closest to Nicholasville Road will have traffic noise. If this is a concern, focus your search on interior streets further from the commercial corridor. The difference between a home one block from Nicholasville Road and three blocks from it is significant
Traffic patterns: The Nicholasville Road and Reynolds Road intersection can be congested during peak hours. Living in Zandale means you learn the side-street routes quickly — there are multiple ways in and out of the neighborhood that avoid the worst of the traffic
Split-level considerations: If you are looking at split-level homes, check the lower level carefully for any signs of water intrusion. Split-levels with below-grade lower levels can be susceptible to moisture if drainage is not properly managed. Most have been addressed over the decades, but it is worth inspecting
Schools
Schools in Zandale
School assignments in Zandale should be verified through the FCPS SchoolSite Locator using a specific property address. Zandale's position in south-central Lexington means assignments can vary depending on exact location within the neighborhood.
Middle School: Morton Middle School or Beaumont Middle School
Notable: Middle school assignment depends on address. Morton Middle School serves a large swath of south-central Lexington and feeds into the Lafayette or Henry Clay high school clusters. Beaumont Middle School, located in the Beaumont community, is also possible for some Zandale addresses. Again, verify with the FCPS locator
High School: Lafayette High School
Notable: Lafayette is one of Lexington's most established high schools. The school offers comprehensive academic programs, competitive athletics, and a range of extracurricular activities. The Lafayette cluster draws from a broad socioeconomic cross-section of south Lexington, which gives the school a diverse student body
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Zandale Home-Buying FAQ
Homes in Zandale range from $175,000 to $300,000. The median sits around $235K. Original-condition homes at the lower end offer renovation potential, while updated homes at the higher end are move-in ready with modern finishes.
Zandale's school assignments vary by specific address. Elementary students may attend Lansdowne or Clays Mill Elementary. Middle school is typically Morton or Beaumont Middle. High school is generally Lafayette. Always confirm using the FCPS SchoolSite Locator with the specific property address.
Four to six miles, or approximately 10 to 15 minutes by car via Nicholasville Road. Not the closest neighborhood to downtown, but the commute is predictable and the retail convenience of the Nicholasville Road location more than compensates.
No. Zandale does not have a mandatory homeowners association. There are no monthly dues, no architectural restrictions beyond city codes, and no review board for exterior modifications.
Shillito Park is the primary park and is adjacent to the neighborhood. It offers walking trails, sports fields, tennis courts, a dog park, playgrounds, and open green space across 100-plus acres. It is one of the best community parks in Lexington and the single amenity that Zandale residents mention most often when asked what they love about the neighborhood.
Very walkable for a Lexington neighborhood. The Zandale Shopping Center, restaurants along Nicholasville Road, and Fayette Mall are all within walking distance for many residents. Shillito Park is walkable from most blocks. Daily errands can often be handled on foot, which is unusual for a Lexington neighborhood at this price point.
Primarily brick ranch homes and split-levels built in the 1960s and 1970s. Homes range from 1,200 to 2,000 square feet with lot sizes of 0.15 to 0.30 acres. The brick construction is a defining feature and has held up exceptionally well over the decades.
Zandale offers comparable or better commercial convenience at roughly one-third to one-half the price. You trade newer construction, HOA-maintained common areas, and A-rated school assignments for affordability, established character, no HOA, and immediate access to Shillito Park and the Nicholasville Road corridor. For buyers who prioritize value and convenience over newness, Zandale is the stronger play.
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