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The Blue River runs right though the heart of the Neighborhood.
Established neighborhood with an industrial past
Situated along the banks of the Blue River, the Blue Valley area has a rich industrial history dating back to the early 1900s. Today, the community is largely deindustrialized, and East Blue Valley is a residential enclave with active community centers and local businesses. “When the industries closed, a lot of families moved to the suburbs. Over the last ten years, more families have moved to the area, and it’s been evolving,” says Charlie Gascich, Executive Director of the Whatsoever Community Center. The neighborhood is about 6 miles east of Downtown Kansas City, and nearby Interstate 435 provides convenient commutes around the Kansas City metropolitan area.
Traditional bungalows and ranch-style homes
Once an industrial neighborhood, East Blue Valley is now a residential community with a variety of single-family homes on sidewalk-lined streets. Most homes were built around the early 1900s and sit on hillsides, with staircases leading to their front stoops. Charming bungalows feature spacious front porches and painted exteriors ranging from calm neutrals to explosive, bright hues. Homebuyers will also find raised ranches with attached garages. Prices range from around $90,000 for a home needing repair to $155,000 for a renovated, three-bedroom ranch-style home. East Blue Valley has a CAP Index Score of 7 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. The Blue Valley Neighborhood Association works to combat crime in the community with block captains who monitor the neighborhood and report any disturbances.
There are several Ranch style home with nice curb appeal in East Blue Valley.
May of theEast Blue Valley’s homes are located on hillsides to accommodate the hilly terrain.
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Jump on the Ride KC bus and head to just about anywhere.
Truman Road features bus stops and connects to I-435
East Blue Valley sits at the eastern end of Kansas City, about 6 miles from Downtown Kansas City and less than 10 miles from the Missouri-Kansas state line. The community borders the Blue Valley Industrial neighborhood, home to many manufacturing and commercial businesses. The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority provides local bus service to residents, with several stops along Truman Road. Interstates 435 and 70 intersect about a mile south of the neighborhood. The closest airport is the Kansas City International Airport, about 30 miles northwest.
Children attend Kansas City Public Schools
Students in grades K-6 can walk to Trailwoods Elementary School, situated at the neighborhood’s southern end. Older kids attend the nearby Northeast Middle School and East High School. All three schools earned a C-minus from Niche. The high school offers five career pathways offering students hands-on experience in fields such as health and human services, fine arts and business management.
Rogers Elementary School is in the Central Blue Valley Neighborhood.
East High School is a public high school with a competitive girls soccer team.
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Locally owned stores and eateries along Truman Road
Shops and restaurants line Truman Road, which bisects the neighborhood and serves as the cultural center of East Blue Valley. Residents can head to specialty grocery stores such as Hong Kong Supermarket and pick up everything from fresh produce to traditional cookware. Next door is Nessabel Western Boots, an apparel store selling authentic leather cowboy boots and hats. Across the street, El Rey Del Taco is a casual Mexican restaurant. “They have a drive-through with really good food, and it’s all authentic,” Gascich says. Further south, Peter May’s House of Kielbasa is an old-fashioned Polish eatery adorned with eclectic decor that makes the restaurant feel like someone’s kitchen.
The proximity of Interstate 435 allows for locals to explore the rest of Kansas City.
East Blue Valley is location near major roads such as Truman Road and Bennington Avenue.
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East Blue Valley sits at the eastern end of Kansas City.
Riverfront green spaces and community programming
Corrington Park sits in the neighborhood's southeastern corner along the Blue River. The green space features a ballfield and swing set for kids to explore. Residents are also about 2 miles north of the expansive Blue Valley Park, which has a football-themed playground, an 18-hole disc golf course and a spray ground where residents can cool off in the summer. Just north of that is the Police Athletic League of Kansas City, which supports local youth with summer camps, after-school tutoring and sports programs. Along East Blue Valley’s northern border, the Whatsoever Community Center offers similar youth programming and community services such as GED classes, career services and more. “We’ve been around since 1915 and have a preschool program, after-school program and an amateur boxing league,” Gascich says. “We’re just here to help in any way we can. What we deal with, the families are pretty close-knit.”
East Blue Valley has several community gardens residents can enjoy.
Community garden supplies residents with fresh produce
The Blue Valley Neighborhood Association sponsors a community garden along East 17th Street in collaboration with Kansas City Community Gardens. Residents can purchase a garden plot and grow their own fresh produce, while the KCCG hosts hands-on workshops.
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Parks in this Area
Blue Valley Park
9th & Van Brunt Athletic Fields
Soccer
Playground
Parking Lot
Sheffield Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Northeast Athletic Fields Park
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Parking Lot
Budd Park
Picnic Area
Pool
Soccer
Corrington Park
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Transit
Airport
Kansas City International
35 min drive
Bus
On 12th & Ewing Eastbound
Bus
On Ewing & Truman Road Northbound
Bus
On Winchester & 12th Terr Southbound
East Blue Valley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Blue Valley, Kansas City sell after 8 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Blue Valley, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $255,000, down 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This property features 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and 1 half bathroom. Whether you're looking for an investment or a place to call home, this is a great opportunity. With convenient access to local highways and amenities, it offers both value and versatility at an affordable price point.
Beautiful Home with Income Generating PotentialThis stunning property offers exceptional value, versatility, and space. In addition to the main residence, it features a annex built by the previous owner, which includes two spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom, perfect for rental income, extended family, or guests.As a bonus, the partial finished basement includes a private studio
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,423
Median Age
31
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
34.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$28,369
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$41,828
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
53.7%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
2.2%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
60.5%
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®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
36/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
28/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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