Why Live in Crestview
Crestview, located in Kansas City’s Northland region, offers a suburban lifestyle with its leafy streets and proximity to the Missouri River. Just under 10 miles from downtown Kansas City, Crestview is known for its parks, local dining options and diverse housing styles. The neighborhood features pastel-painted ranch-styles, bungalows and apartments, all set on tree-shaded, hilly streets. Crestview Park, at the heart of the neighborhood, includes a playground, while nearby Anita B. Gorman Park and Northgate Park have other amenities, such as a public pool and a baseball field. The Rush Funplex, less than 2 miles away, offers indoor rides, laser tag, bowling, go-karts and an arcade. Crestview is served by the North Kansas City School District, with the highly rated North Kansas City High School offering specialized career pathways. St. Pius X, a private Catholic high school, has been a community fixture for nearly 70 years. Shopping centers like North Oak Village provide everyday conveniences, including Price Chopper, Aldi and Sam’s Club. Dining options along North Oak Trafficway include Cascone’s for Italian cuisine, Queen Sweets and Mediterranean Grill and In-A-Tub for more casual fare. Interstate 29 and North Oak Trafficway offer convenient routes to downtown KC, 8 miles away. Multiple RideKC bus stops offer public transportation options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Crestview a good place to live?
Crestview is a good place to live. Crestview is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Crestview is a suburban neighborhood. Crestview has 10 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.8 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $54,836 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 41% of residents. A majority of residents in Crestview are renters, with 60.1% of residents renting and 39.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Crestview can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Crestview neighborhood guide.
Is Crestview, MO a safe neighborhood?
Crestview, MO is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Crestview?
The median home price in Crestview is $194,999. If you put a 20% down payment of $39,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.18%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $950 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $41K a year to afford the median home price in Crestview. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Crestview is $55K.
What are the best public schools in Crestview?
The best public schools that serve Crestview are:
What are the best private schools in Crestview?
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Are home prices dropping in Crestview?
Yes, home prices in Crestview are down 13% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Crestview, MO
On average, homes in Crestview, Kansas City sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Crestview, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $189,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$189,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$195,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$196
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
47
Median List Price
$194,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%