Jefferson Highlands Homes for Rent

Jefferson Highlands in north Kansas City is a small, family-friendly neighborhood known for its affordability and convenience. Located 13 miles from downtown Kansas City and 10 miles from the new Kansas City International Airport, it offers easy access to major thoroughfares like N.W. Barry Road and U.S. Route 169. The neighborhood features ranch-style, raised ranch, and split-level homes, many built in the 1980s, with larger yards compared to newer developments. Homes typically have two-car garages and range from 1,500 square feet for 2- to 3-bedroom houses. Students in Jefferson Highlands attend highly rated schools, including Clardy Elementary School, Gateway 6th Grade Center, Antioch Middle School, and Oak Park High School. While the neighborhood lacks a pool or community center, it is close to sports and entertainment venues. Hobby Hill Park and Oak Grove Park, located at the southern end, offer playgrounds, picnic pavilions, sand volleyball courts, and walking trails. Residents enjoy annual events like the 4th of July fireworks show and outdoor theater productions at the Gladstone Amphitheater. For grocery shopping, Price Chopper and Hy-Vee are nearby, along with big-box stores like Target and Kohls. Dining options include Minsky’s Pizza, Taco Rico, and Toyko Japanese Steak House. For entertainment, the PowerPlay Metro North Entertainment Center is less than a mile away, featuring arcade games, go-karts, and laser tag. The Zona Rosa Town Center, five miles west, is an open-air mall with anchor stores and hosts events like the Festa Italiana on Memorial Day weekend. Public transit options are available with RideKC buses, and bike lanes are present along major roads.