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Hesston

Hesston

Located in Harvey County

$241,539 Average Value
$116 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Home on the range in Hesston

A small community less than 10 miles from bustling Newton, Hesston's quiet streets and casual local businesses draw homebuyers looking to work at two of the major employers in town, AGCO and Excel Industries, both farm agriculture businesses. There's plenty of open space in the area, and the city is surrounded by undeveloped land and is growing quickly. For a potential homebuyer looking to join a relaxed suburban community, Hesston has a lot to offer.

The city of Hesston greets you with a large stone sign.
The city of Hesston greets you with a large stone sign.
Hesston is surrounded by undeveloped land.
Hesston is surrounded by undeveloped land.
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Houses around Hesston

Homes in Hesston start at around $200,000 and reach up to around $400,000. This quintessential suburb is characterized by green grassy lawns that are well-trimmed and tend to have basketball hoops out front. Colonials, ranch-style and split-level homes are popular, and most properties have brick facades and two-car garages.

Many of Hesston's neighborhoods consists of New Traditional homes.
Many of Hesston's neighborhoods consists of New Traditional homes.
Red brick siding is very common among Hesston homes.
Red brick siding is very common among Hesston homes.
This Bungalow home in Hesston has a large front porch.
This Bungalow home in Hesston has a large front porch.
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Learning in Hesston

Students in the area are part of the Hesston Unified School District, which has an A rating on Niche and is the number one rated school district in Harvey County, according to the site. The area's youngest learners begin their academic journey at Hesston Elementary School, which has an A-minus rating on Niche, and they can continue at A-minus-rated Hesston Middle School. Students wrap up their secondary academic journey at Hesston High School, which also has an A-minus rating. Hesston High is known for its sports teams, and it's common to see the community come out to support the Swathers on game night.

Younger students may attend Hesston Elementary.
Younger students may attend Hesston Elementary.
After Elementary, students go to Hesston Middle School.
After Elementary, students go to Hesston Middle School.
Older kids have the option to go to Hesston High School.
Older kids have the option to go to Hesston High School.
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Hesston's great outdoors

For a breath of fresh air, head to King Park. With a playground, volleyball court and open fields, this green space draws community members in on weekends and after work. Smaller parks can be found throughout the city, and some have small basketball courts. There's even a dog park in Hesston for those furry friends who need to play a long game of fetch. Locals enjoy the Hesston Golf Course, an 18-hole green with a clubhouse on site. It offers a dining area that overlooks the course and serves pizza, smoked sausage, and canned beer. It is normally filled with the sound of boisterous chatter and loud laughter.

Practice your skating tricks at the skate park in Hesston's King Park.
Practice your skating tricks at the skate park in Hesston's King Park.
A few of the homes in Hesston surround small parks.
A few of the homes in Hesston surround small parks.
Get your friends together for a round of golf at the Hesston Golf Course.
Get your friends together for a round of golf at the Hesston Golf Course.
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Restaurants and retail in Hesston

For a bite to eat, pull up and park at the Burger Garage. This local favorite flips meat patties and serves scoops of ice cream for residents, and it's a popular place for a weekend lunch. Its checkerboard floor and aluminum tables lend a hard-working, industrial vibe to the restaurant, and vintage Ford Mustangs can often be found in the parking lot. For groceries, locals head to Newton because there aren't any grocery stores in Hesston.

Find a variety of hardware and cleaning goods at True Value in Hesston.
Find a variety of hardware and cleaning goods at True Value in Hesston.
Stop by Cottontail Home Decor to decorate your Hesston home.
Stop by Cottontail Home Decor to decorate your Hesston home.
Stop by the Burger Garage for a bite to eat in Hesston.
Stop by the Burger Garage for a bite to eat in Hesston.
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Hesston higher education

The city is also home to Hesston College, which is affiliated with Mennonite Church USA. The college has a variety of programs, including bible and ministry, sports management and computer science. The college's sports teams are also popular, and it's common to see the community support the Lark volleyball, basketball and soccer teams on game night.

Many Hesston residences attend Hesston College.
Many Hesston residences attend Hesston College.
Enjoy a round of disc golf at the course located on Hesston College's campus.
Enjoy a round of disc golf at the course located on Hesston College's campus.
Hesston College also has several tennis courts.
Hesston College also has several tennis courts.
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Over the river and through the fields

Most residents use their cars to get around the area and beyond. Interstate 135 runs along the city, providing a straight shot into nearby Newton. Hesston Road runs through the city's center and also leads directly into Newton.

Many homes in Hesston have three-car garages.
Many homes in Hesston have three-car garages.
Hesston has plenty of fun activities within walking distance from home.
Hesston has plenty of fun activities within walking distance from home.
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Hesston Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$279,900
Median Sale Price
$279,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$279,950
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$230,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$230,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
37
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$116

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes for Sale
1
Months of Supply
0.30

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Hesston Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,678
Median Age
43
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.9%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$67,871
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$79,861

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
48.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.6%
% Population in Labor Force
64.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
22''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

32 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

1 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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