$236,122Average Value$170Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
What makes Glenhaven a convenient place to live
Glenhaven is a conveniently located North Kansas City neighborhood where schools, highways and everyday necessities are all pretty easy to reach. The Lakewood Greenway trail network passes through the area, with one route leading directly to a nearby public elementary school. Several private options are just a short drive away, and so are a handful of shopping centers with big-box stores. Interstate 35 and U.S. Route 69 border the neighborhood, connecting you to downtown Kansas City and the rest of the Northland.
Mid-20th-century cottages are common here.
Housing styles, market trends and prices
Housing in Glenhaven includes ranch styles, cottages and split-levels, all built throughout the mid-20th century. A lot of these homes end up selling faster than the national average. “Everything is getting snapped up quickly here, especially the updated houses,” says Dan Vick, the owner-broker of The Dan Vick Team at RE/MAX Heritage, who has sold several homes in the area. Prices in Glenhaven typically range from the lower $100,000s to the lower $300,000s, depending on the home’s size and condition. The median sale price is around $225,000, which is slightly lower than Kansas City’s median of about $280,000.
Lakes and parks along the Lakewood Greenway
The Lakewood Greenway runs along Glenhaven's west side, winding through a forest of oak and hickory trees. Along the way, you'll pass a few small lakes where you can fish for largemouth bass and channel catfish. The greenway also connects to Penguin Park, known for the giant penguin, kangaroo and elephant sculptures around its playground. About 4 miles east of the neighborhood, Worlds of Fun has a wide range of attractions, from whitewater rafting rides like Fury of the Nile to the 200-foot-tall Mamba roller coaster.
You can fish along the Lakewood Greenway.
Penguin Park is known for its big animal statues.
Lakewood Greenway is a local hiking and biking trial.
1/3
Greenway Elementary School is within walking distance
Glenhaven is zoned for North Kansas City Public Schools. Kids can attend Greenway Elementary School, which sits right off the Lakewood Greenway, less than a mile from most homes. Students may continue to the Eastgate 6th Grade Center, Maple Park Middle School and Winnetonka High School. The neighborhood is also less than 5 miles from several private options, including:
Saint Gabriel School, which serves prekindergarten through eighth grade
St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic School, which has around 250 students in prekindergarten through eighth grade
St. Patrick School, which has a STEM-focused curriculum and students from prekindergarten through eighth grade
St. Pius X High School, which has been around since 1958
Maple Park Middle School serves the neighborhood.
Kids can go to Winnetonka High School.
1/2
Glenhaven is nestled between Highway 69 and Interstate 35.
Which major highways are near Glenhaven
You can hop on Interstate 35 to reach downtown Kansas City, about 9 miles away. The drive usually takes 10 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic. U.S. Route 69 runs through the Northland and crosses the Missouri River into Kansas, while nearby Interstate 29 provides a direct route to Kansas City International Airport, about 17 miles north.
Taqueria Ibarra is a local food truck.
Where to go out to eat and run errands
A few popular places to eat are less than a mile from home, including Taqueria Ibarra, a taco truck parked on Glenhaven’s east side. Stroud's Oak Ridge Manor, which operates out of a log cabin and farmhouse built in the 1800s, is known for comfort-food classics like chicken fried chicken. When you need to run errands, several shopping centers are less than 5 miles away, including:
Antioch Crossing, home to Walmart Neighborhood Market and PetSmart
Chouteau Crossings, home to Target and Sally Beauty
Creekwood Commons, home to Price Chopper and GameStop
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Are you familiar with the Glenhaven neighborhood?
to let others know what life in this neighborhood is like.
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Glenhaven
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Glenhaven Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Glenhaven, Kansas City sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Glenhaven, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $220,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
New Construction and MOVE-IN-READY ON AN AMAZING PRIVATE LOT in KC North! This brand new Reverse 1.5 Open Concept Floor plan offers all one Level Living with so many beautiful fixtures thru out . A chefs kitchen with Stunning custom cabinets, large center island, and nice sized pantry. The living space hosts a stunning fireplace with plenty of room for gatherings and a warm feel as soon as you
Welcome to Forest Park Apartments located north of the river in Kansas City, Missouri.In this wooded sanctuary you will find multiple parks, playgrounds, walking and biking trails, and a neighborhood lake pond. Our pet-friendly community also has two swimming pools, a fitness center, and two on-site laundry facilities. Rest assured, you will always be able to count on your on-site management and
This 3 bedroom, 1 bath home has a one car attached garage and a fenced yard. Interior has updated flooring, paint, countertops and fixtures. Application fee of $40 plus tax.
Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
