The Commons Lex

Introducing 1380 N Forbes at The Commons!

Centrally located along the entertainment district across from The Station, The Yard, and The Rail—and directly along the nature trail that runs through the site.

The building features retail on the first floor with short-term rental units above, creating consistent activity throughout the day.

We’re leasing a handful of small retail spaces, each around 500 SF, with the option to combine. A strong fit for boutique retail or service concepts that benefit from steady, built-in foot traffic.

Minutes from downtown. Tied into Main Street. Surrounded by Lexington’s core.
The Commons is close to everything.📍

"The Yard" is taking shape!

Opening mid-summer, this half-acre greenspace sits between The Station and The Rail and becomes the first publicly activated piece of The Commons.

It gives the district a full summer runway before The Rail opens in Fall 2026, building momentum early and turning the site into an active destination.

Live music, watch parties, outdoor dining, and community events are layered into one space that connects the entire district.

This isn’t just green space. It’s the connective tissue that turns separate buildings into a real place people move through, gather in, and come back to.

First, look at the short-term rental experience coming to The Commons, located inside our retail and restaurant building, now officially named The Station.

Located on the second floor above ground-level retail and dining, these themed short-term rentals sit adjacent to The Rail performance venue, drawing inspiration from the site’s railroad roots and the energy of the entertainment district.

Each unit theme reflects a different piece of Kentucky’s culture and history, including Vintage Athletics, Bourbon, Acoustic, Outdoorsman, Equestrian, and Old Railroad.

These images are conceptual renderings only. Final photography coming soon. Anticipated opening this Spring!

Now available at The Commons!

6,410 SF of flex/industrial space at 182 Turner Commons Way—high ceilings up to 28', drive-in access, finished office, and room to build something serious. Ready for automotive, fabrication, specialty service, or whatever needs space to operate.

Amy Mellinger | Block + Lot Real Estate
859.619.5369
thecommonslex.com/leasing

Big news from The Commons! 🥃

RD1 Spirits has been named 2025 Whiskey Maker of the Year by Whiskey Network Magazine
Since opening at The Commons in May, RD1 has been creating some of the most innovative bourbons in Kentucky, experimenting with unique wood finishes that are getting national attention. They're making great whiskey and pushing the industry forward.

This is exactly the kind of quality, forward-thinking business we're proud to have as part of The Commons family.

Huge congratulations to the entire RD1 team! 🎉

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We’re ending the year on a high note! The Water Tower Outdoor Cafe officially opens today. Swing by, grab a bite, and kick off the new year at The Commons!