Morningside Houses for Sale

Morningside in Kansas City is a neighborhood characterized by its stately, century-old homes featuring Colonial Revival, Tudor, and Craftsman designs. The streets are notably wide, allowing for ample parking and easy two-way traffic, which is particularly appreciated during community events like Halloween. Homes closer to 59th Street tend to be larger, and the area includes a mix of single-family homes and condos, with properties selling nearly twice as fast as the national average. For outdoor activities, residents enjoy the 5-acre Brookside Park, which offers a ball diamond, pickleball courts, a playground, and beach volleyball courts. The nearby Harry Wiggins Trolley Track Trail provides a 6-mile path for walkers and cyclists, and Loose Park, just a mile away, features a rose garden, Japanese garden, tennis courts, and a lake. Morningside is closely connected to the Brookside Shops, a walkable area where residents can find coffee shops, grocery stores, and various boutiques. Popular dining spots include Charlie Hoopers Bar & Grill and Heirloom Bakery & Hearth. The neighborhood is known for its diversity and friendliness, with a mix of incomes and ethnicities. Annual events such as the Brookside St. Patrick’s Day Warm-Up Parade and the Art Annual foster a strong sense of community. For transportation, Morningside offers convenient access to major roads and highways, and public transportation is readily available with free RideKC bus stops along Wornall Road and Brookside Boulevard. Kansas City’s new international airport is 26 miles away, and Saint Luke’s Hospital is about 3 miles from the neighborhood. Educational options include the highly-rated Pembroke Hill School and St. Teresa’s Academy.