Jon Mooneyham
Keller Williams Platinum Prtnr
(816) 325-2720
130 Total Sales
1 in Kentucky Hills
$120,000 Price
Kentucky Hills
Suburban Neighborhood in Independence, Missouri
Jackson County 64050
Kentucky Hills is a mostly residential community that is 11 miles east of Kansas City. This suburban neighborhood is part of the city of Independence, which is most famous for being the hometown of President Harry Truman. Residents have moved here to get away from the noise and business of city life.
Kentucky Hills is a mostly residential community, where houses sit on curving and sometimes hilly streets. Neighbors are connected through the sidewalks that run through the community. Homes in Kentucky Hills were mostly built in the mid-20th century. Residents live in ranch-style and split-level homes. A three-bedroom and two-and-a-half split-level that was originally built in the 1950s and is renovated, will cost you about $215,000. $210,000 gets you a remodeled ranch-style home with four bedrooms and one-and-a-half baths. The median listing price for a home in Kentucky Hills is $195,000.
Students living in Kentucky Hills can attend Mill Creek Elementary, which has a B-minus rating on Niche, and Bingham Middle, which has a C rating. After graduating from Mill Creek and Bingham Middle, students can attend William Chrisman High, which has a B-minus rating. Students at William Chrisman High can participate in the Academies of the Independence School District program. This program prepares students for their future careers. Whether it is early education, marketing, construction or engineering, students have plenty of choices to choose from. The student-teacher ratio at William Chrisman High is 18-to-1. According to GreatSchools, the graduation rate for William Chrisman High is 95%.
For recreation, residents can head over to the William Henry Harrison Park. This 22-acre park features a playground with a jungle gym and plenty of opportunities to experience nature. Residents can fish at the Portage River or play a game of frisbee in the open playing field. There are also hiking trails that are great for exploring the natural beauty of the neighborhood. McCoy Park features ball field, tennis courts and a playground. Residents can enjoy a picnic shelter and a splash park.
There are a few notable restaurants within Kentucky Hills. Smokey’s BBQ has been around since 1971. You can order ribs, chicken and sandwiches, like pulled pork and beef. Locals can have mixed plates, with three ribs, two meats, and two sides. Sides include coleslaw, potato salad, beans, smoked sausage and loaded fries. Kross Lounge & Ernie’s Restaurant has been part of the community since 1945. It is where residents can go after a long day of work. Order the Colossal Tenderloin, their most popular sandwich, which is made with tenderized pork that is lightly breaded and fried. HiBoy Drive-In is famous for their old-school American burgers. They also have shakes and other sweet treats.
Kentucky Hills residents are only a few miles away from the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum. The museum educates visitors on the life and legacy of the 33rd president of the United States. With residents living only 11 miles away from Kansas City, they can experience the bustling of city life at their own leisure.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jon Mooneyham
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Jim H Bridges
Jim H Bridges
List it for 1 Percent Realty
(913) 354-5283
97 Total Sales
2 in Kentucky Hills
$142K - $185K Price Range
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Sanctuary Real Estate Team
Sanctuary Real Estate Team
KW KANSAS CITY METRO
(913) 404-5375
67 Total Sales
1 in Kentucky Hills
$212,500 Price
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Steve Hillyer
Steve Hillyer
Freedom Realty
(816) 934-5708
38 Total Sales
1 in Kentucky Hills
$196,000 Price
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Tim Ray
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Tim Ray
HomeSmart Legacy
(913) 355-5637
360 Total Sales
2 in Kentucky Hills
$127K - $147K Price Range
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Stacie Green
Stacie Green
Keller Williams Realty Partners Inc.
(816) 307-3914
73 Total Sales
1 in Kentucky Hills
$173,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
William Henry Harrison Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Picnic Area
Mill Creek Park
George Owens Nature Park
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Lake
McCoy Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Kentucky Hills | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Kentucky Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kentucky Hills, Independence sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Kentucky Hills, Independence over the last 12 months is $185,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$198,000
Median Sale Price
$185,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$191,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
34
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$144
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
679
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1959
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,124
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,850
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,628
Median Age
38
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$75,305
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$79,232
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.3%
College Graduates
18.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
34''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
16
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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