Muncie
Small homes with plenty of land
The residential parts of Muncie have a variety of single-family raised ranch residences with brick facades, midcentury split levels, hip-roofed bungalows, and the occasional duplex. While homes tend to be small, with the average size being under 2,000 square feet, properties are often built on sizeable private plots of land. These plots can range from just one acre to over 30 acres. Houses in more remote parts of the region are built alongside dense woods, providing beautiful nature views and added privacy. Average home prices in Muncie range from $150,000 to $350,000.
Aerospace training at Washington High
The Kansas City, Kansas Public School system serves the area. Children in Muncie can attend Stony Point South Elementary School, which Niche gives a C, as well as Arrowhead Middle School and Washington High School, which earn a C-minus and C on Niche, respectively. Washington High School offers the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps, which allows students to learn about aerospace science without any commitment to military service after graduation. Kansas City Kansas Community College is less than 3 miles outside of Muncie, and students looking for a more traditional university setting may apply to the University of Missouri Kansas City, which is 15 miles away.Fast access to interstates into KC
Muncie is bordered by Interstates 70 and 435 and Highway 32, making it well-connected to the rest of the metro area and the state. The community, which is 13 miles from downtown Kansas City, Missouri, is removed enough from the metro that the Ride KC bus system does not reach Muncie. Residents instead rely on personal vehicles to get around the local roads and highways. Despite this distance, locals are still within 7 miles of NASCAR races at Kansas Speedway or MLS soccer matches at Children’s Mercy Park, and 14 miles from medical care at Kansas City’s Hospital Hill district.Jones Bar-B-Q, as seen on Netflix
If there is anywhere in Muncie that draws tourists, it’s Jones Bar-B-Q. While the Kansas City staple has been loved by locals for decades, the eatery reached international fame after being featured on Season 3 of Netflix’s “Queer Eye.” The restaurant is located on Kaw Drive and is open every day until stock sells out, so visitors will want to stop by early for some ribs or sausage links coated in the signature sauce.Kaw Fresh Market is next to Jones Bar-B-Q on Kaw Drive and sells groceries while serving street tacos and hot sandwiches out of the on-site kitchen. Residents can also travel 6 miles away to The Legends Outlets off Parallel Parkway, which has retail stores and larger grocery stores. “Muncie is just a great spot to go,” says Mary Beth Schwartz, a Keller Williams real estate consultant. “The Legends Outlets is just west, and there are other practical places nearby, like Sam’s Club or Walmart.”
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Kayaking trips down the Kansas River
Riverview Park on South 74th Street is the community’s only local park and is the perfect place to relax after work or school or watch a youth baseball game on the weekends. The Kansas River runs along the southern side of Muncie, and kayakers can use the Turner Bridge Access Ramp to travel down the rushing water. When it starts to rain, Studio Skate Supply on South 65th Street has its own indoor skate park that can be enjoyed in any weather.
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Written By
Delaney Murray
Photography Contributed By
John Collins
Video By
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Taiasha Nichols
Taiasha Nichols
T Nick Real Estate Services, I
(913) 359-8810
102 Total Sales
2 in Muncie
$187K - $189K Price Range
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Crystal Hawkins
Crystal Hawkins
Boulevard Residential
(816) 312-4096
61 Total Sales
1 in Muncie
$220,000 Price
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Dani Beyer Team
Dani Beyer Team
Keller Williams KC North
(913) 386-7522
799 Total Sales
1 in Muncie
$230,000 Price
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Tim Ray
TR
Tim Ray
HomeSmart Legacy
(913) 355-5637
341 Total Sales
1 in Muncie
$178,000 Price
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Amy Brown
Amy Brown
ReeceNichols - Country Club Plaza
(816) 540-1360
80 Total Sales
2 in Muncie
$177K - $240K Price Range
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Keith Pechak
Keith Pechak
RE/MAX State Line
(913) 914-2118
6 Total Sales
1 in Muncie
$202,500 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Edwardsville City Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Mill Creek Streamway Park
Pierson Park
- Fishing
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Welborn Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Camping
- Grills
Garrett Park
Wyandotte County Lake Park
- Fishing
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Stony Point Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
City Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Riverview Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Parking Lot
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Muncie | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Muncie Demographics and Home Trends
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$462,762
Median Single Family Sale Price
$375,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$219,000
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$244
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,564
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1958
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,331
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,958
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
17,424
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$765 - $1,195 per month
- Cambridge at River Oaks
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 500+ Sq Ft
- 301 N 70th Terrace
- Kansas City, KS
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,235
Median Age
39
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,640
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$67,293
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84%
College Graduates
15.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
24''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
3
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1
/ 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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