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De Soto offers small-town living west of Kansas City
Despite De Soto being one of the fastest-growing cities in the Kansas City metropolitan area, it still maintains its small-town charm. There's a budding downtown district, homes on acres of land and a plethora of community events. Most notably, only three stoplights are dotted across the town’s 11 square miles. “It has all of the conveniences of Kansas City, but none of the traffic and noise,” says Shelly Doris Milburn, a Realtor with Keller Williams and De Soto resident.
De Soto has several subdivisions of single-family homes with attractive curb appeal.
De Soto is a wonderful community along the Kansas River about 30 minutes from downtown.
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1940s ranch-style homes and '80s and '90s builds are rarely for sale
In the 1940s, De Soto had a massive housing boom due to the construction of the Sunflower Army Ammunition Plant. While the factory is closed, rows of ranch-style and split-level homes remain from this era. There are also neo-eclectic homes from the 1980s and ‘90s. Find tri-levels with small front porches, classical columns or Mediterranean-inspired curved front doorways. In the city’s eastern area are a slew of new builds with modern farmhouse and contemporary designs. No matter the style, almost every house here sits on quarter to 1-acre lots. With this amount of land, dwellings in De Soto typically sell between $400,00 and $700,000. You’ll also have to act fast to live here. “Everything is selling so quickly, there really aren’t enough homes to fulfill the demand,” says Milburn.
There are several single family homes with small front yards in the De Soto suburbs.
De Soto has many brightly colored homes.
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Local retail options includes newer local businesses
To cross a few items off your grocery list, head to Harps, but if you would rather go out to eat, there are a few locally owned eateries in the downtown area. Sip a macchiato made with ethically sourced beans from Cause Coffee. While the food menu rotates seasonally, past items have included baked French toast covered in strawberries and a croissant breakfast sandwich with chipotle mayonnaise, a fried egg and white cheddar cheese. “It’s newer, but it’s a really cute little place,” says Milburn. “It has live music all the time, and there are always people there.”
Meet friends for coffee at the locally owned Cause Coffee.
Harps is right around the corner for all your grocery needs.
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De Soto hosts a Labor Day carnival with rides, bake-offs and music
On Labor Day weekend, downtown transforms into a quintessential small-town carnival for De Soto Days. The event begins with a parade of classic cars and floats from local schools and businesses. You can enjoy carnival rides, including the Ferris wheel, the dizzy dragon coaster or the super slide. Home cooks can show off their skills in the pie baking contest, or blues lovers can dance to live music in front of the main stage. The event ends with a 5K, and proceeds are donated to the local animal sanctuary and veterinary clinic.
A-rated schools offer diverse programs like piano and STEM
The De Soto Unified School District operates seven elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools, all boasting an A-minus grade or higher from Niche. Children in the northwestern area of De Soto can attend Starside Elementary, which offers a free after-school tutoring program called Spark. Then, they go to Lexington Trails Middle, where they can participate in extracurriculars like broadcasting, vocal music or band. Lastly, in addition to the core curriculum, students at De Soto High School can take classes like business essentials, engineering and piano for beginners.
De Soto High School serves students 9-12th grade.
Welcome to Lexington Trails Middle School students from De Soto.
Starside Elementary School serves students K-5th grade.
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Local parks offer swimming, baseball, fishing and more
The parks and recreation department manages several lively community hubs throughout the city. For instance, the aquatic center is the perfect place to cool off with diving boards, vortex slides and lap lanes where the dolphin’s swim team practices. Stop by Miller Memorial Park to watch a little league game on the baseball diamonds, practice your serve on the volleyball courts or run around the small playground. Just along the banks of the Kansas River is Riverfest Park, where you can fish for bluegill, walleye and channel catfish. The grounds are also home to a few events, like the Summer Concert Series, where residents bring lawn chairs and blankets to listen to Elton John cover bands and other local musicians. One Saturday a month, it becomes an outdoor movie theater.
Meet up with friends at Miller Park for a friendly game of tennis.
Head to Miller Park to watch the kids play baseball on game day.
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De Soto is linked to Kansas City by Highway 10
To access the rest of the metropolitan area, hop on Kansas Highway 10, and a quick 30-mile drive will lead you to Downtown Kansas City.
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On average, homes in De Soto, KS sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in De Soto, KS over the last 12 months is $425,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to Oak Country Estates — one of De Soto's most established communities, tucked just off Kill Creek Road with large lots, abundant green space, and a country feel that is genuinely rare this close to K-10. No HOA. No restrictions.This updated 2-story home sits on 1.15 acres and backs directly to the Oak Country Golf Course, offering open views and privacy you will not find in a typical
Discover the perfect blend of thoughtful design and modern comfort in this beautifully crafted reverse 1.5 story home. Featuring a desirable walk-out/walk-up basement with 9’ ceilings, this spacious residence offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and an open-concept layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The main-level primary suite provides a private retreat, while the heart of the
Tucked away on 1.52 wooded acres off Cedar Creek Rd, this custom 2-story Craftsman blends timeless charm with exceptional space and privacy. Custom built in 2005 and lovingly cared for, this 5-bedroom, 4.1-bath home offers over 4,125 square feet, including a finished walkout lower level and a 4-car tandem garage. Recent 2025 updates include fresh exterior paint (Summer 2025), radon mitigation
Welcome to Oak Country Estates — one of De Soto's most established communities, tucked just off Kill Creek Road with large lots, abundant green space, and a country feel that is genuinely rare this close to K-10. No HOA. No restrictions.This updated 2-story home sits on 1.15 acres and backs directly to the Oak Country Golf Course, offering open views and privacy you will not find in a typical
Gorgeous, Turn-Key, and Updated Home in De Soto! Tucked away in a quiet, established neighborhood, this beautiful 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers a seamless blend of modern updates and cozy charm. You'll love the vaulted ceilings and the abundance of natural light that highlights the charming stone fireplace—a perfect centerpiece for relaxation. The entire home feels fresh and inviting thanks
Nestled on a beautifully treed 1.15-acre lot backing to the serene Shawnee Land Reserve, this raised ranch offers a rare blend of space, comfort, and privacy. With no rear neighbors and peaceful natural views, the setting feels like your own private retreat. Inside, the thoughtfully designed floor plan features true main-level living, including a spacious primary suite and convenient main-floor
Welcome Home to this meticulous property. Nestled among nearly 11 acres, this gorgeous reverse 4 car garage (2 front, 2 back) home was custom built with wrap around porch and views from every angle. Upon arriving, you'll be welcomed by a large front porch that wraps around to primary bedroom. Once inside, you're greeted by a warm and welcoming hearth area and lovely dining room. First floor
The most desirable acreage in the Kansas City Metro -a true dreamland! The stunning 38-acre property offers a state of-the-art BARNDOMINIUM, a great combination of level and wooded areas, a hilltop with 360-degree views, and over 2,000 feet of Kill Creek frontage. The scenic driveway leads to an expansive secluded area, where the Barn is strategically positioned. Built by Morton, a leader in
Welcome to your perfect, well maintained, 4 bedroom/2 bath dream home! Nestled on a massive lot with a fenced backyard, this property offers serenity and privacy with no neighbors behind, just beautiful green space. Say goodbye to power outages with a 2-year-old $15,000 generator that automatically kicks in when needed. With numerous upgrades in the last 4 years including a new finished basement,
Rare, high-impact development site totaling 21.09 acres on the north side of 95th Street, within the Panasonic battery plant development corridor. Zoned for future mixed-use growth in a planned rezoning area, with excellent visibility from nearby K-10 and strong highway ingress/egress. Includes a substantial 120x140 building addition and a 30x60 residence (2 bed, 2 bath) attached to the property
Micquelyn MalinaKeller Williams Realty Partners Inc.
Acreage, wooded trails, incredible entertaining space, and a FIVE-car garage—this unique 4-bedroom home on 3.27 acres offers a lifestyle you rarely find. The fully fenced property features wooded trails perfect for four-wheeling, go-karts, mini bikes, or simply exploring. Sellers have even hosted Halloween haunts along the trails. The acreage includes a fire pit, shed, and 4 access gates (2
2 BEDROOM HOME in De SotoThis home welcomes you to a beautifully maintained 2 bedroom, one bath space with a granite upgrade in the kitchen. This home is move in ready, really clean and inviting. You'll love the wood floors throughout, as well as the dedicated laundry area; and a sizable attached one car garage. This lot also includes a nice fenced in back yard. This is perfect for that 1st
Priced BELOW APPRAISED VALUE! Motivated Sellers! Check out this amazing home on just over an acre on a private cul-de-sac location! Roof approximately 1.5 years old; New gutters (2025); Windows less than 10 years old and professionally wrapped to help seal out noise and prevent wood rot; HVAC system approximately 5- 6 years old (Daiken brand with warranty), James Hardie low maintenance siding.
Discover Prospectors Point Apartments! Nestled along the banks of the Kansas River, Prospectors Point Apartments in De Soto, KS offers the perfect balance of small town charm and big city convenience. Residents love the welcoming community, top rated schools, and beautiful parks, making it an ideal place to call home. With easy access to nearby hiking trails, local shops, and family friendly
K-Ten Place is De Soto's newest luxury rental community. K-Ten Phase I was opened in 2018 and Phase II was opened in 2021 and has been well maintained by the maintenance staff. When you experience the K-Ten lifestyle you will be close to work, play, great restaurants, and in a town built on small-town values. Your K-Ten experience includes large open floor plans, fully equipped kitchens, quartz
A MUST-SEE DESOTO APARTMENT FURNISHED WITH ALL UTILITIES EXCEPT CABLESpacious (1,200sf) 1 bedroom, 1 bath furnished apartment with extra storage and attached garage. Located in a quiet neighborhood in DeSoto, KS with easy highway access. Water, trash, electric, gas and internet provided.Newer carpeting, tile, gas stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer and dryer. Large windows with
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