Cooley Highlands Houses for Sale

Nestled among the forested hills on the northern banks of the Missouri River, Cooley Highlands in Kansas City offers a serene environment close to urban amenities. This neighborhood features a variety of home styles, including ranch-style homes, bungalows, craftsman cottages, and split levels, primarily built between the 1940s and 1970s. Residents enjoy access to highly rated public education within the North Kansas City Schools district, including North Kansas City High School. The area is surrounded by several parks, such as Cooley Park, Sunset Park, and Rock Creek Park, which provide green spaces, walking trails, and playgrounds. The Buckeye Greenway offers hiking paths through preserved forests. For indoor activities, the Kansas City North Community Center offers a gym, tennis courts, and a pottery studio. Local businesses like the European Corner Store and Burek and Cake bakery add unique charm, while Chouteau Crossings provides convenient shopping options. Harrah’s Kansas City, a casino and hotel complex, is less than 3 miles away. Cooley Highlands benefits from quick access to multiple interstates, with downtown Kansas City just 8 miles away. Public transportation is available through Ride KC, with stops along Northeast Chouteau Trafficway and Northeast Antioch Road. The neighborhood is also close to North Kansas City Hospital and is 8 miles from Charles B. Wheeler Airport and 20 miles from Kansas City International Airport. With crime rates lower than the national average, Cooley Highlands offers a balanced mix of tranquility and accessibility to attractions.