Why Live in Foxtown East
Foxtown East is a small urban residential neighborhood located 9 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. The area offers a mix of bungalows, Craftsman, and ranch-style homes, many featuring large front porches. Home prices range from $56,000 for a small bungalow to $150,000 for a larger, early 1900s shirtwaist home. The neighborhood is car-dependent, with most schools, shopping, and dining options beyond walking distance. However, U.S. Highway 71 is just a mile away, facilitating commutes into Kansas City and the metro area. Public transportation is available via RideKC bus stops along Cleveland and Jackson Avenues and E. 67th Street.
Foxtown East features several local highlights, including the Kansas City Community Gardens, where residents can grow their own food, and the nearby Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium, known for its exotic animals and seasonal events like the GloWild Lantern Festival and Winter Magic Drive-Thru Christmas Lights Experience. The neighborhood also offers access to Swope Park Softball Fields and the densely forested Hollow Trail for hiking. Dining options within walking distance include The Roasterie coffee shop, while the Brookside shopping district, three miles away, features popular restaurants like Jalapenos Mexican, Sayachi Sushi, and Bella Napoli.
Despite its urban setting, Foxtown East is surrounded by natural beauty, with the Blue River running through E. Gregory Boulevard and winding around local parks and the zoo. The area has a crime rate comparable to the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Foxtown East a good place to live?
Foxtown East is a good place to live. Foxtown East is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Foxtown East is a suburban neighborhood. Foxtown East has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.3 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $48,380 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 2.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Foxtown East are home owners, with 49.4% of residents renting and 50.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Foxtown East can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Foxtown East neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Foxtown East?
The median home price in Foxtown East is $535,490. If you put a 20% down payment of $107,100 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,770 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $119K a year to afford the median home price in Foxtown East. The average household income in Foxtown East is $48K.
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Home Trends in Foxtown East, MO
On average, homes in Foxtown East, Kansas City sell after 8 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Foxtown East, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $529,536.
Median Sale Price
$529,536
Median Single Family Sale Price
$500,490
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$261,900
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$179,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$160
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$535,490
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%