Blenheim Square-Research Hospital Home for Rent

Blenheim Square-Research Hospital in Kansas City is a neighborhood characterized by its proximity to the Research Hospital and Calvary Cemetery, which occupy significant portions of the area. The residential section features neat rows of homes along Meyer Boulevard, with styles including bungalows, Tudors, Cape Cods, and Craftsman-style houses, mostly built in the early 1920s. The neighborhood is highly walkable, with a walkability score of 76, and offers bike lanes on E. Meyer Boulevard and the Paseo. Public transportation is accessible via KCRide buses, and the area is conveniently close to U.S. Route 71, connecting to major interstates. Local amenities include grocery stores like Whole Foods and Aldi, and dining options such as Niecie’s restaurant and Baba’s Pantry. The New Landing Mall, a mile away, features both mom-and-pop shops and national retailers. Parks such as Dunn Park, Blenheim Park, and Daniel Morgan Boone Park provide green spaces, while Swope Park, two miles away, offers attractions like the Kansas City Zoo and Starlight Theater. The neighborhood is served by the highly rated Ewing Marion Kauffman School. Despite its affordability and investment potential, the area has a crime rate comparable to the national average, with ongoing efforts to improve police presence and response times.