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Chouteau Estates

Chouteau Estates

$229,379 Average Value
$151 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Chouteau Estates balances suburban living and city access

Even though Chouteau Estates sits just north of the Missouri River, about 7 miles from downtown Kansas City, life here tends to move at a more relaxed pace. You can walk, jog or bike along the forested trail in Teresa Lynn Rynard Park, which winds between an industrial area and residential streets lined with mid-20th-century homes. Several other parks are nearby, along with numerous grocery stores and highly rated public schools. And when you're in the mood to trade in this suburban vibe for something a little livelier, Chouteau Estates’ central location makes it easy to grab dinner and drinks in downtown neighborhoods like the River Market.

Chouteau Estates has an industrial area.
Chouteau Estates has an industrial area.
Chouteau Estates has winding roads lined with mid-20th-century homes.
Chouteau Estates has winding roads lined with mid-20th-century homes.
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What homebuyers can expect to pay

You’ll find minimal traditional cottages, split-level houses and ranch-style homes along Chouteau Estates’ winding roads. Because most of these homes were built in the mid-20th century, some of them may need updates. “You might want to give your house a fresh coat of paint and maybe get some new appliances, but they’re already on the more affordable side,” says Pat Grace, a Realtor with United Real Estate who has sold several homes in North Kansas City. Prices here typically range from the mid-$100,000s to the upper $200,000s, depending on the home’s size and condition. The median sale price is around $240,000, which is a little less than Kansas City’s median of about $280,000.

Ranch-style houses are common throughout the neighborhood.
Ranch-style houses are common throughout the neighborhood.
Most houses were built throughout the mid-20th century.
Most houses were built throughout the mid-20th century.
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Where to find trails, playgrounds and Missouri River access

The 72-acre Teresa Lynn Rynard Park stretches through the center of Chouteau Estates, with a wooded trail that follows a creek. Near the park's northern end, you can cross the street and connect to the Chouteau Greenway, another trail network that passes a playground and the François Chouteau & Native American Heritage Monument. For even more outdoor space, the neighborhood is less than 5 miles from:

  • Hidden Valley Park, which has a disc golf course, a playground and a nature preserve with hiking trails
  • Penguin Park, known for its playground with giant sculptures of a penguin, a kangaroo and an elephant
  • Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun, where you can ride roller coasters and go down water slides
If you want to boat or fish on the Missouri River, LaBenite Park is about 10 miles east of the neighborhood in Sugar Creek.

Chouteau Greenway is another nearby trail network.
Chouteau Greenway is another nearby trail network.
Penguin Park is known for its large animal statues.
Penguin Park is known for its large animal statues.
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Which public schools serve the neighborhood

Chouteau Estates is zoned for North Kansas City Public Schools. Kids in the neighborhood can attend Chouteau Elementary School and Northgate Middle School, which both receive B grades from Niche, before moving on to North Kansas City High School, which earns an A-minus. The high school has the district’s only International Baccalaureate Programme, which includes career-related classes in fields like engineering, biomedical science and culinary arts.

Chouteau Elementary School serves the neighborhood.
Chouteau Elementary School serves the neighborhood.
Students can attend North Kansas City High School.
Students can attend North Kansas City High School.
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Target is just a quick drive away.
Target is just a quick drive away.

Stores, restaurants and bars in the River Market

When you need to run errands, stores like Target, World Fresh Market and Walmart Neighborhood Market are within about 5 miles. You're just as close to the River Market, one of Kansas City's oldest neighborhoods, where you can:

  • Buy fresh produce at the City Market, a farmers market that's open every weekend
  • Go out to eat at locally owned restaurants like The Farmhouse, a popular brunch spot, or Le Fou Frog, a French bistro
  • Browse stores like River Market Antiques and the Chinatown Food Market
  • Grab drinks at bars like The Blue Line, a popular spot to watch hockey, or Harry's Country Club, a dive that has been around since the early 2000s

Chouteau Estates is about 7 miles from downtown Kansas City.
Chouteau Estates is about 7 miles from downtown Kansas City.

Major highways and public transit are close by

State Route 210 runs along the neighborhood's southern edge and connects to Interstate 29, providing a direct route to downtown Kansas City. I-29 also leads to the Kansas City International Airport, about 20 miles north. For commuters who use public transit, RideKC bus service is available along Chouteau Trafficway.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Kansas City International

26 min drive

Bus

On Chouteau & Riverboat Dr Nb

Bus

On Chouteau At 33Rd St Nb

Bus

On Chouteau At Riverboat Dr Nb

Bus

On Chouteau & 33rd St Nb

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Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
427
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1960
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,492
Significantly below the national average
1,934
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,325

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,982
Median Age
38
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$56,933
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$58,553

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
83.4%
College Graduates
22.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
24''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

40 / 100

Somewhat walkable

Walkability®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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