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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 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in De Soto, KS over the last 12 months is $400,000, down 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Micquelyn MalinaKeller Williams Realty Partners Inc.
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Tammy BernhardtKeller Williams Realty Partners Inc.
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Be the first to live in this stunning new construction duplex featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and an attached 2-car garage. With 1,650 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this home offers modern comfort and style in a quiet, convenient De Soto neighborhood.Home Features:Bright, open-concept floor plan with luxury finishesSpacious kitchen with quartz
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Be the first to call this brand new construction home yours! This beautiful 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom duplex offers over 2,200 square feet of modern living space, including a finished walkout basement and an attached 2-car garage. Located in a quiet De Soto neighborhood, this home perfectly blends comfort, style, and convenience.Home Features:Open-concept main floor with luxury
3 Bedrooms: Spacious and comfortable.2.5 Bathrooms: Includes a master en-suite and guest bath.2 Car Garage: Secure parking with storage.Modern Kitchen: Stainless steel appliances and granite countertops.Open Living Area: Bright and perfect for entertaining.Private Backyard: Great for outdoor activities.Energy-Efficient: Designed for comfort and savings.Convenient
Charming 2 Bed, 1 Bath Duplex in De SotoEnjoy comfortable, affordable living in this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath duplex in a convenient De Soto location. This home features a functional layout, and easy access to K-10, shopping, dining, and local parks.Professionally managed with online rent payments and maintenance requests. Contact us today to schedule a tour!
Be the first to call this brand new construction home yours! This beautiful 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom duplex offers over 2,200 square feet of modern living space, including a finished walkout basement and an attached 2-car garage. Located in a quiet De Soto neighborhood, this home perfectly blends comfort, style, and convenience.Home Features:Open-concept main floor with luxury
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