Faye Whitney
Platinum Realty LLC
(913) 601-5931
226 Total Sales
6 in Kirkside
$85K - $231K Price Range
Kirkside
Suburban Neighborhood in Kansas City, Missouri
Jackson County 64134
Kirkside may just be the quietest spot in all of Kansas City. This wholly residential neighborhood, conveniently located in the metro area’s southern end, is almost entirely empty on its eastern side. This strip of land creates a buffer between Kirkside and the popular summer destination of Longview Lake, ensuring the residential streets remain quiet.
Though eXp Realty’s Emanuel Blando says proximity to the lake is a major “factor” for homebuyers in Kirkside, its serene aura is also a draw. Take a walk through one of its streets, and you’ll find friendly neighbors waving, trees in just about every yard and a bevy of traditional homes. Most properties were built in the 1970s and sit atop small, flat lots, but the uniformity stops there: One home could have a sprawling driveway leading into a two-car garage and a large back deck overlooking a massive, fenced-in yard, while the one next to it has a one-car garage and a square backyard. Houses typically hover around the $200,000 mark but vary depending on square footage and amenities.
Students only have to take mere steps to get to school. Just across Food Lane, Ingels Elementary focuses its curriculum on frequent collaboration and developing critical thinking skills, and it offers the option to create a Parental-Family Involvement Plan, which facilitates regular opportunities for families to be involved in the learning process and kickstart a connection with the school. Graduates then feed into Smith-Hale Middle School, 4 miles north with a robust fine arts program, and a mile north into Ruskin High, which uses Missouri Career Clusters to offer 16 pathways tailored to students’ career interests while still fulfilling graduation requirements.
When school lets out for the summer, residents flock to Longview Lake for a taste of the beach right in the city. Alongside its popular swimming option, this acre of beach area also caters to a slew of water sports, providing a full-service marina with boat rentals for power and pontoon boating, water and jet skiing, fishing and windsurfing. For a less crowded play experience, head to Ingels Park, adjacent to its namesake school, for nearly 6 acres of densely wooded green space that can be used for your sport of choice, from ultimate frisbee to flag football. The closest spot with a traditional playset is Ruskin Way Park, just south of Iser and also offering a reservable shelter.
Kirkside isn’t home to any restaurants, but there are a few clustered less than a mile west in Longview Square Shopping Center. El Rincón specializes in both Latin American and Mexican cuisine, meaning its menu is extensive and accommodates a wide range of cravings. Snag some tacos, which come at $2 a pop, or dive into an authentic pupusa platter. Longview is also the go-to for grocery pickup, with an El Mercado Fresco taking up one of its few storefronts, or you can make the 2-mile trek north to the closest chain, Aldi.
Kirkside may make up less than half a square mile, but it’s more than enough for peace-seeking homebuyers in south Kansas City.
Written By
Bre Offenberger
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Faye Whitney
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Stacie Green
Stacie Green
Keller Williams Realty Partners Inc.
(816) 307-3914
73 Total Sales
1 in Kirkside
$237,000 Price
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Chip Thompson
Chip Thompson
Responds QuicklyRealty Professionals Heartland
(913) 386-6722
252 Total Sales
1 in Kirkside
$207,000 Price
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Adam Papish
Adam Papish
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Partners Inc.
(913) 379-3516
173 Total Sales
1 in Kirkside
$69,900 Price
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Darla Russell
Darla Russell
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Partners Inc.
(913) 521-5694
93 Total Sales
1 in Kirkside
$154,000 Price
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Kaleena Schumacher
Kaleena Schumacher
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Partners Inc.
(913) 359-5173
356 Total Sales
1 in Kirkside
$235,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- 1st to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Longview Lake County Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Boating
Southview Park
Ruskin Way Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Iser Park
The Bay Water Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Longview Tract Park
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
- Parking Lot
Southview Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Kirkside | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 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
Kirkside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kirkside, Kansas City sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Kirkside, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $186,500, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$204,975
Median Sale Price
$186,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$191,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
30
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$119
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
605
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1969
Months of Supply
1.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,212
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
19,166
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,463
Median Age
37
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,805
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,766
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.8%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
16.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.8%
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®
21
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
19
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Crossgates
Summer recreation awaits at the water park and lake near this south KC community
Hickman Mills South
Affordability near a network of Kansas City highways
Ruskin Heights
An outdoor play mainstay centrally located in south Kansas City
Ruskin Hills
Desirable waterfront living at a price point that might surprise you
Bannister Acres
A model of convenience and suburban quiet for Kansas City commuters
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