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Over a century of refined living in leafy neighborhood
Countryside is an elegant residential neighborhood that was part of the original "Country Club District" developer J.C. Nichols, designed in 1917 for the city's elite. These graceful neighborhoods and the nearby Country Club Plaza shopping district are vestiges of Nichols' vision of exclusivity. In recognition of the racial discrimination inherent in those exclusionary practices, the city removed Nichols' name from several public spaces around the Plaza in the early 2020s. Today, Countryside remains a highly sought-after neighborhood, with beautiful landscaping and homes and CAP Index crime scores below the national average.
Strolls in the rose garden of Loose Park
Stop and smell the flowers at the Kauffman Legacy Memorial Park.
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Stately homes grace tree-lined streets
Countryside isn't a big teardown neighborhood. Homes have held up beautifully, and homeowners tend to work with what they have. "Most properties in Countryside are original constructions from the 1900s through the 1920s that reflect J.C. Nichols' original vision. He wanted an architectural theme to tie it all together, so it stood out from other developments," says Elizabeth Rosin, CEO of Rosin Preservation, which focuses on historic preservation in Kansas City. Upscale Tudors, Colonial Revival, Dutch colonials and Craftsman homes made with natural materials like stone, brick, wood and stucco line the historic streets. Homes feature sprawling front yards with staircases, sloping driveways, and expansive backyards with prominent patios and porches. Countryside's oak tree-lined streets include narrow sidewalks bordered by neighborhood gardens. Many homes here sell for between $500,000 and $1.4 million. A 3- to 4-bedroom home can cost between $500,000 and $700,000, while 4- to 6-bedroom estates, some with carriage houses, can cost over $1 million.
The Countryside area offers a wide variety of home styles.
Large homes on large lots are commonplace in Countryside.
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Harry Wiggins Trolley Track Trail footsteps away
The long, narrow, vertical Countryside Park runs along the left side of Brookside Boulevard at the neighborhood's east side. The Harry Wiggins Trolley Track Trail runs north and south through the park. Areas near the trail and along W. 52nd Street in the northwest corner are more prone to flooding than other parts of the neighborhood. From top to bottom, Countryside runs alongside the eastern edge of Jacob L. Loose Park, one of Kansas City's largest outdoor areas. This 75-acre park, once the site of a Civil War battle, is now a popular community gathering place with a rose garden, a lake and a spray park. True to J.C. Nichols' original vision of a country club district, Countryside is near invitation-only private country clubs, including the Carriage Club, the Kansas City Country Club and Mission Hills Country Club.
Loose Park is one of the largest green spaces in the KC area
Enjoy the quite green space of Loose Park right near the Countryside area.
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Close to shopping and dining at Country Club Plaza and Crestwood
The elegant Country Club Plaza, with over 70 shops and restaurants, is only a mile to the north. "There is something that is so intrinsically Kansas City about the Plaza," Rosin says. The Plaza is known for its Spanish architecture and hand-painted tilework, illuminated fountains and fun mix of shops and restaurants. The walkable Crestwood shopping district offers more shopping and dining options, including Bacaro Primo for Italian food and Aixois for French cuisine. Groceries are within walking distance in Brookside at Whole Foods or at the Brookside Farmers Market on Wornall Road, open on select Saturdays.
Countryside is just a short distance away from the Country Club Plaza.
Countryside offers you easy access to the entire KC area.
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A-plus-rated Pembroke Hill and St. Teresa's Academy within half a mile
Neighborhood public schools include Hale Cook Elementary School, which earns a C-plus from Niche, D-plus-rated Central Middle School and C-minus-rated Southeast High School. A-plus-rated private schools Pembroke Hill and St. Teresa's Academy are within walking distance. Niche names Pembroke Hill the No. 1 private high school in the metro area and St. Teresa's the state's best all-girls high school.
Pembrooke Hill is one of the best schools in the area.
The Countryside area offered both public and private schools near by.
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K.C. Streetcar will include a stop within walking distance in 2025
Ward Parkway, which borders the neighborhood, turns into U.S. Highway 56, which connects to U.S. Highways 71 and 169. The RideKC public transit system has several bus stops within walking distance. In 2025, the Kansas City Streetcar will have a stop on Brookside Boulevard, where riders can catch a free trolley to and from downtown.
There are plenty of bus stops in the Countryside neighborhood.
Ward and Brookside lead to major highways
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Holidays in Crestwood event next door kicks off holiday season
In December, the three-day Holidays in Crestwood event features live music, caroling, and a gingerbread house decorating contest among merchants. The event culminates in an auction whose proceeds go to a local child protection charity.
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Parks in this Area
Jacob L. Loose Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Trails
Brookside Triangle Park
Playground
Kauffman Legacy Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Trolley Track Trail
Bike Trails
Trails
Bloch Cancer Survivors Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Brookside Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Trails
Harry Wiggins Trolley Track Trail
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Countryside Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Mill Creek Park
Transit
Airport
Kansas City International
37 min drive
Bus
On Brookside & 54th Sb
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Countryside
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Countryside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Countryside, Kansas City sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Countryside, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $704,000, up 113% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
RARE OPPORTUNITY TO RESTORE A TURN-OF-THE-CENTURY GEM! First time on the market in decades—Family owned since the 1950's! This historic beauty offers timeless charm and endless potential. Striking stone exterior sits proudly on a premium corner lot, just minutes from all the shopping and dining in Brookside. Spacious wraparound porch invites you to relax and unwind with your favorite beverage,
Timeless elegance meets modern luxury in this award-winning Kansas City mansion, ideally located in the heart of the coveted Countryside Extension—just blocks from Loose Park and the Country Club Plaza.Expertly renovated by Schloegel Construction, this historic gem was honored with the 2018 REMY Gold Award showcasing an exceptional blend of craftsmanship and thoughtful design across three
Perched above the pond at Loose Park, 239 W 52nd Street offers one of Kansas City’s most iconic and picturesque settings—where front-row views of the water, walking paths, and daily sunsets create a truly exceptional lifestyle. Originally built in 1915 and expanded in 2011, this stately 3-story home blends timeless architecture with thoughtfully designed living spaces.The home features 6
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
908
Median Age
45
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$216,571
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$215,265
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.5%
College Graduates
78.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
35.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67%
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®
35/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
77/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
54/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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