LEX explore Beaumont

A map of walking trails for a neighborhood.

The expansive walking trails are a huge hit among residents. | Photo by the LEXtoday team

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In case you haven’t noticed, Lexington is growing. It is home to numerous neighborhoods, all with their own unique vibe. And sometimes we forget there is a whole world outside our own zip codes. Today we’re taking you on a tour of beautiful Beaumont and all it has to offer.

Pro tip: The Beaumont Kroger is one of the biggest + best in town.

This area is characterized by large brick homes, clean-cut business parks, miles of walking trails, and the Moondance Amphitheater
There are 4,709 housing units — ~78.6% are owned, ~15.4% are rented + ~6% are vacant
There are 11,997+ residents, as of July 2021
There are 311 business address
The median home value is $377,413

Where to eat

🍽️Azur — This spot has a spacious covered patio, a huge menu + is hosting a Feast of Seven Fishes on Thurs., Dec. 23 at 7 p.m.
🍽️ SaharaFancy a falafel? This popular lunch spot has a menu full of authentic Mediterranean food.
🍽️ J. Render’s — Local BBQ spot with live music, daily happy hours and half price select wine bottles all day on Wednesdays.

Where to drink

Bad Ass Coffee of HawaiiDYK that this spot uses coffee cubes for its ice.
🍺 Beaumont Bar & GrillHey Alexa, play the Cheers Theme song, because at this neighborhood staple, everybody knows your name.

What to do

🛷 YMCA — Both an indoor + outdoor pool, but we’ve been told in the winter these are the best sledding hills in town
👟Beaumont walking trail — Eight access points for this easy and picturesque walking trail
🎶Moondance Amphitheater — In the heart of Beaumont Centre, Moondance hosts farmers markets + open-air concerts with food trucks so you can get out and enjoy those sweet summer nights

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