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Diverse neighborhood near university and parks
Blue Hills is a diverse residential neighborhood two miles northeast of the University of Missouri-Kansas City Volker campus and two miles east of the Country Club Plaza, which lies across from the neighborhood on the other side of Brush Creek.
Blue Hills community offers a variety of opportunities in home styles, parks, retail and dining.
UMKC Rep Spencer Theater really sets the stage for performing arts in KC.
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Proximity to U.S. Route 71 makes commute easy
U.S. Route 71 marks the neighborhood's eastern border, making it a very convenient location. Residents can quickly get anywhere within the metro area by taking U.S. 71 to Interstate 435, which connects to Interstate 70 and 35.
Driving is one of many ways to get around, though. The KCRide bus offers numerous stops along Prospect and The Paseo.
Blue Hills is a residential neighborhood conveniently located adjacent to 71 Hwy in KC.
Take the RideKC Bus to just about anywhere you need to go.
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Shopping and dining along Troost and in Country Club Plaza
Residents are two miles east of the Country Club Plaza, which features dozens of shops and restaurants, including a Jack Stack Barbecue location. Locals also enjoy spots like J's Fish and Chicken Market, Reggae Kitchen and Tiki Taco on Troost Avenue. Sweet tooths are fine in Blue Hills. Locals can choose from High Hopes Ice Cream, the Black Hole Bakery and the Littlest Bake Shop, which specializes in gluten-free and vegan baked goods.
Groceries are nearby at Woodland Plaza Mart at East 50th Street and Woodland Avenue and at Aldi two miles away at Troost Avenue and Meyer Boulevard. Local shops include Willa's Books & Vinyl and Electric Iron Tattoo.
Get a sweet treat on a warm day at High Hopes Ice Cream shop in Blue Hills.
Try out some delicious food and drinks at Tiki Taco on Troost Ave.
At RevolveKC Community Bike Shop, locals can get their bike fixed or buy a bike at a good price.
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Mary Williams-Neal Community Center offers relief from extreme temperatures
Loyola Park is one mile to the west, right off the Paseo next to Rockhurst University. Residents can swim in the summer and enjoy indoor programs and activities at the Mary Williams-Neal Community Center. In extreme weather, locals can come to the center to escape the blistering heat and frigid cold.
Join friends at the Williams-Neal Community Center just minutes from Blue Hills.
Locals play some card games once a week at the Williams-Neal Community Center.
Residents enjoy shooting some hoops at the Williams-Neal Community Center.
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Homes can sell in days
Around 85% of Blue Hills is residential, and over half its residents are homeowners. Proximity to the university, shopping and U.S. 71 make this a convenient location for many. Most of the homes were built between the 1910s and 1920s.
"The neighborhood is pretty diverse in terms of college students and families, and it's close to the city," says Mackaylee Beach, a Realtor with USREEB Realty Pros LLC. Beach has been selling homes in the area for five years.
The area has been a popular spot for renovating and selling homes.
"Homes in that neighborhood that sold for $100,000 are now selling for $250,000," Beach says.
Prices range from $100,000 to $150,000 for small bungalows and modest ranch styles. Larger, renovated Craftsman-style Tudor and Dutch Colonials sell in the high $100,000s to low $200,000s. The median price is $127,000. Homes here sell in 3 days, compared to the U.S. average of 42 days.
Many homes have a concrete walkway from the sidewalk to the front door with a covered front porch. Most have small front yards, but many don't have driveways.
Residents can join the Blue Hills Neighborhood Association for $15 to $20 a year, which can help them find resources to make affordable home improvements.
Covered front porches, manicured lawns and sidewalks line the streets of Blue Hills.
In Blue Hills you can find larger Craftsman homes that have been renovated in the past few years
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Performing arts high school offers students chance to perform with professionals
M.L. King, Jr. Elementary School, which receives a C-minus grade from Niche. They can also attend the C-rated Paseo Academy of Fine and Performing Arts and Central High School, which gets a C-minus grade. Community partners and artists-in-residence create real-world learning opportunities for budding performing artists. Private high school options include St. Teresa’s Academy one mile away, which Niche gives an A-plus and ranks the fourth-best all-girls high school in Missouri.
The University of Missouri-Kansas City's Volker campus and Rockhurst University are within blocks of the neighborhood.
M. L. King Elementary School is a
Public Pre-K & Elementary School located in Blue Hills.
Main Entrance to Paseo Academy of Fine and Performing Arts.
Diversity has been a key component of the STA philosophy since our founding in 1866.
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Brush Creek Art Walk Celebrates 13th anniversary
Every September, the Brush Creek Art Walk comes to town. In 2024, the event will celebrate its 13th anniversary. The event starts at the Country Club Plaza and ends at the Mary Williams-Neal Community Center in Blue Hills with an evening outdoor painting session and competition.
The Mary Williams-Neal Community Center offers indoor and outdoor activities for residents.
Brush Creek runs along the north part of Blue Hills with stunning views.
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Crime and flooding can be higher in some areas
The neighborhood has a slightly higher overall crime score than the U.S. average. Although the overall CAP Index crime score is 5, compared to the U.S. average of 4, violent crime scores for the neighborhood are well above the national average. In addition, some areas such as around Brush Creek and along The Paseo and Brookland Avenue are more prone to flooding.
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Parks in this Area
Swope Park
Bike Trails
Golf
Soccer
Kauffman Legacy Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Oak Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Blue Hills Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Martin Luther King, Jr. Square Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Tennis
Ivanhoe Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Neighborhood Park @ 57th & Forest
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
Kansas City International
36 min drive
Bus
On Paseo & 49th Nb
Bus
On Paseo & 53rd Northbound
Bus
On Paseo & Volker Nb
Bus
On Paseo & Brookwood Northbound
Bus
On Prospect & 54th Southbound
Bus
On Swope Pkwy & 2323 E 47th Eastbound
Bus
On Swope Pkwy & Bruce Watkins Pkwy Westbound
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Blue Hills
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Blue Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Blue Hills, Kansas City sell after 131 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Blue Hills, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $454,995, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,419
Median Age
37
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$50,310
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,019
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.5%
College Graduates
18.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.5%
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®
32/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42/ 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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