Highlights:
- The Lexington-Fayette MSA is the 88th largest metropolitan area
in the nation
- The Lexington-Fayette MSA economy is expected to grow at a faster
rate than the national average
- Lexington is within a day's drive of two-thirds of the U.S. consumer
market. This "market accessibility" makes Lexington ideal for sectors such as manufacturing, retail and services including
healthcare.
- Lexington was named #23 of America's 50 Hottest Cities for manufacturing
expansions and relocations by Expansion Management, January, 2002
Two of the largest employers of the Lexington MSA are Toyota
Motor Manufacturing located approximately 10 miles north of Lexington in Georgetown, Kentucky and Lexmark International located
in Lexington.
Over the past year, the real estate market and the econonmy as
a whole has experienced some dramatic changes. The stability of the Lexington real estae market in ofice, retail and
multi-family has remained relatively strong compared to the national averages. The industrial market has experienced
higher vacancy levels that reflect more of the national averages.
Rental rates for spaces in Lexington fall within the following
ranges and can vary on a case by case basis:
- Class A Office: $15.00 to $19.00 per sq. ft. (full service)
- Retail: $12.00 to $26.00 per sq. ft. (net)
- Flex Space: $6.00 to $12.00 per sq. ft. (net)
- Industrial: $3.00 to $5.00 per sq. ft. (net)
Sewell Commercial Development and Brokerage welcomes the opportunity
to speak with you concerning all of your commercial real estate needs. Please refer to the contact the agents page
here on our web site for more information.