Ravenwood-Somerset Homes for Rent

Ravenwood-Somerset in Kansas City is a tranquil neighborhood in the Northland, known for its affordability and highly rated schools. Located less than 10 miles from downtown Kansas City, it offers a small-town feel with a mix of old and new homes, including 1940s bungalows, 1960s split-levels, and recent builds from the 2020s. Home prices range from around $175,000 for two-bedroom bungalows to over $425,000 for newer constructions. The area is safer than the national average and features several nature trails like the Trail of Heroes, Big Shoal Greenway Trail, and Hidden Valley Park Trail. Pleasant Valley Skateboard Park and Mildred Keeney Memorial Park provide recreational options for residents. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools, including Ravenwood Elementary and Winnetonka High, which is recognized for its college readiness curriculum. Dining options along Highway 69 include Ma and Pa’s Kettle Restaurant and the James Beard Award-winning Stroud’s Oak Ridge Manor. Shopping is convenient with Walmart and Target within 3.5 miles. Residents enjoy local events like Gladstone’s Gladfest each October. The neighborhood is well-connected, with Interstates 435 and 35 nearby, and Kansas City International Airport is a 17-mile drive away. However, homes near Mill Creek and Shoal Creek have a higher risk of flooding during storms.