Why Live in Legacy East
Legacy East in Kansas City, located 11 miles south of downtown, is a neighborhood with a mix of industrial areas, apartments, single-family homes, and duplexes, some dating back to the 1920s and 1930s. The neighborhood is poised for growth, potentially benefiting from the development of nearby areas like Waldo and Marlborough Heights. Homes in Legacy East are primarily bungalows with front porches, and L-shaped ranch-style duplexes are common along Flora, Wayne, and Highland Avenues. The neighborhood features the Harry Wiggins Trolley Track Trail, a 6-mile path that connects to various Kansas City attractions, including the 20-acre South Oak Park and Betty Rae's Ice Cream in Waldo. Essential shopping is available 2 miles away at Ward Parkway Center, which includes Target and Trader Joe's. Dining options include B.B.'s Lawnside BBQ, known for its pulled pork sandwiches and live blues music, and Max's in Waldo, offering burgers and gyros. Legacy East is part of the Center School District. The neighborhood is well-connected with major highways, pedestrian pathways, and public transportation, including the Troost Max bus route to downtown.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Legacy East a good place to live?
Legacy East is a good place to live. Legacy East is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Legacy East is a suburban neighborhood. Legacy East has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.1 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $45,789 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 27.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Legacy East are renters, with 73.1% of residents renting and 26.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Legacy East can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Legacy East neighborhood guide.
Is Legacy East, MO a safe neighborhood?
Legacy East, 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 Legacy East?
The median home price in Legacy East is $100,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $20,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.75%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $520 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $22K a year to afford the median home price in Legacy East. The average household income in Legacy East is $46K.
What are the best public schools in Legacy East?
The best public schools that serve Legacy East are:
What are the best private schools in Legacy East?
The best private schools that serve Legacy East are:
- Rockhurst High School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- Whitefield Academy has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
- Kansas City Academy has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
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Are home prices dropping in Legacy East?
Yes, home prices in Legacy East are down 16% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Legacy East, MO
On average, homes in Legacy East, Kansas City sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Legacy East, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $95,000, down 35% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$95,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$95,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$57
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$100,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-35%