Tynisha Watson
Platinum Realty LLC
(816) 307-3290
55 Total Sales
1 in Southern
$290,000 Price
Southern
Suburban Neighborhood in Independence, Missouri
Jackson County 64055
Southern packs a boatload into its 10-block radius. With a string of shops lining its western side, the metro area’s softball mecca spanning its eastern sector, and major roads nearby – Interstate 70 to the north and Highway 40 to the south – this neighborhood goes to show that you can truly make a lot out of a little.
These winding residential streets offer just what you’d expect out of Independence’s housing stock: spacious 1960s traditional homes set on treed lots ranging from 0.15-to-0.25 acres with long driveways leading into two-car garages, porches and massive, fenced backyards. With Camp Creek snaking through the southern half of the neighborhood, too, some homes sit near the gently flowing waters, offering scenic views and easily accessible angling opportunities. Asking prices typically start at $200,000 and can exceed $275,000.
The homes almost appear to be situated directly around Southern’s namesake elementary school, serving prekindergarten through fifth grade with a curriculum prioritizing personal development and literacy and earning a B+ rating from Niche. Fourth and fifth graders can join the Southern Belles or Southern Gentlemen clubs, inviting guest speakers and arranging activities to help them emulate positive behavior tactics. Students then feed 5 miles northeast into Pioneer Ridge Middle and 2 miles north into Truman High, the latter of which has a B rating from Niche.
When the sun is shining, students after school book it to the eastern side to one of the suburb’s busiest spots. “Adair Park is mainly softball fields, so there’s lots of tournaments there,” says Shaun Ashley, Realtor for Re/Max Heritage. Not just your average tournament, though: These 35 acres are the host of the Fastpitch Heartland World Series, one of the metro area’s biggest showdowns spanning a handful of age divisions vying for the title of best slugger around. Even if playing or watching ball isn’t your thing, Adair offers five pavilions and a half-mile walking trail, ideal for your next picnic or casual workout.
Need a pick-me-up? Swing by Noland Road and snag your caffeinated beverage of choice from Scooter’s. While it specializes in coffee like cold brews, candy bar lattes and Scooter Shooters – with an extra kick of espresso – it also has an extensive menu of teas, hot chocolate, lemonade and smoothies for kids, as well as food options ranging from maple waffle sandwiches to red velvet cake bites. “Scooter’s is a popular chain in Kansas City,” says Ryan Gritters, Realtor for Keller Williams Platinum Partners. “It’s definitely a big draw to people.”
For a more filling meal, head just a few blocks south of Adair to El Gallo. Authentic Mexican cuisine such as chicken enchiladas abounds in this casual environment, though its a la carte items like asada fries and miscellaneous features like tilapia push just as many customers to return. If you’d rather stay in, get your grocery shopping done beforehand at Price Chopper along the northern edge or Hy-Vee in the southwestern corner. These chains bookend a vast strip of stores, including popular retail therapy stop Viva Fashion Mart, discount-based Big Lots and video game destination GameStop.
Though Downtown Kansas City is only 13 miles northwest, Southern’s convenience factor makes it so residents hardly ever have to leave.
Written By
Bre Offenberger
Photography Contributed By
Brooke Wasson
Video By
Mary Desmond
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tynisha Watson
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Elizabeth Blando
Elizabeth Blando
EXP Realty LLC
(913) 374-4035
161 Total Sales
1 in Southern
$180,000 Price
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Chet Meierarend
Chet Meierarend
RE/MAX Premier Properties
(913) 270-3422
167 Total Sales
1 in Southern
$247,500 Price
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Shaun Ashley
Shaun Ashley
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Heritage
(913) 386-7510
414 Total Sales
8 in Southern
$144K - $390K Price Range
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Lisa Miller
Lisa Miller
Lynch Real Estate
(913) 794-3682
188 Total Sales
1 in Southern
$229,000 Price
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Jeff Yacos
Jeff Yacos
Responds QuicklyReal Broker, LLC
(913) 648-9422
230 Total Sales
1 in Southern
$350,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Glendale Park
Waterfall Park
Santa Fe Park Picnic Pavilion
- Dog Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Adair Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Velie Park
Carriage Hills Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
- Hiking
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Southern | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Southern Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southern, Independence sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Southern, Independence over the last 12 months is $242,500, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$249,999
Median Sale Price
$242,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$239,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
26
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$126
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
837
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1965
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,622
Below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,761
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,065 - $1,575 per month
- Cedar Ridge Apartments & Townhomes
- 1-3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 753+ Sq Ft
- 3100 Quail Creek Dr
- Independence, MO
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,642
Median Age
41
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,793
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$86,271
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
30.6%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.9%
% Population in Labor Force
67.4%
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®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
31
/ 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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