On the fringes of rural farmlands, reflecting its name — Park Forest is a leafy suburb just 14 miles from the vibrant center of northern Kansas City. Platte County cradles this community, where tree-shaded streets wind through classic architecture, providing residents easy access to neighborhood parks, top-rated schools, outdoor recreation and one of Kansas City's prominent shopping districts.
Winding streets showcase a mix of home styles in Park Forest, including Neotraditional, colonials, bilevels and raised ranches. These houses line broad roads with trees, green lawns and sidewalks. Most residences have attached two-car garages, clapboard or brick masonry and stick architectural detailing. While many homes date back to the 1990s, the neighborhood has seen new constructions in 2023. Home prices range from $270,000 for a 2000s build to $400,000 for a fully renovated four-bedroom home. “Theres been a lot of people reaching out to move to the Northland area, the market is just going to get crazier once Meta comes,” says Sean Van Horn, a Realtor with Exp Realty who runs the YouTube Channel, Living in Kansas City.
Kiddos in the neighborhood may be a part of the Park Hill School District, which is #1 in Platte County and rated with an A, according to Niche. Within the neighborhood are Congress Middle School and Park Hill High School, boasting an aquatics center open to the public through a membership fee, offering access to youth and adult swim classes. The youngsters may attend Prairie Point Elementary School, and all the schools are highly ranked with Niche ranking them an A-minus or above.
Park Forest enjoys easy access to Kansas 9, Interstate 29, and Interstate 29. “There’s lots of development happening in the area, like the airport just opened in 2023 which is a big deal,” Van Horn says. It is 11 miles from North Kansas City Hospital and positioned about 7 miles south of Kansas City International Airport; residents can easily travel within and beyond. Several RideKC bus stops are available on NW Prairie View Road for public transit users.
Park Forest is just 2 miles from the Shops at Boardwalk, which includes restaurants, Walmart Supercenter, and north of Tiffany Springs Market Center, offering dozens of big-box shopping. The exact distance is Zona Rosa Town Center, an open-air walkable district with art galleries, small boutiques, and lots of bites to eat. The center is the site of The Rink at Zona Rosa, where locals come out for various themed ice-skating festivities. For grub, Smokehouse Barbecue is platting up smoky, baby back rips accompanied by hearty sides, and Bo Lings is the spot for authentic Chinese cuisine. Close to home is BBQ & Kebab, for Mediterranean delicacies.
Park Forest Park is a small clearing with a playground, picnic tables and provides ample space for dogs to roam freely. To the south, the North Congress Greenway and playground offer trails with creek views. Heading north, Barry Road Park has a covered picnic area and numerous tennis courts. Nearby Woodson Hill Equestrian Center awaits for horseback riding lessons. And movie nights are a breeze at AMC Barrywoods 24 on Roanridge Road and the Platte County Community Center is 3 miles south.
Justin Berry
Plains Paris
(816) 608-6724
162 Total Sales
1 in Park Forest
$300,000 Price
Gayla Hiatt
Keller Williams KC North
(816) 300-9474
173 Total Sales
1 in Park Forest
$220,500 Price
Gary Le' Roi Newton
Properties by G. Le' Roi LLC
(636) 352-2778
225 Total Sales
1 in Park Forest
$233,000 Price
Jeremy Perrette
Keller Williams KC North
(816) 326-1041
100 Total Sales
1 in Park Forest
$400,000 Price
Lainey Puglisi
RE/MAX Heritage
(913) 703-5425
88 Total Sales
1 in Park Forest
$339,900 Price
Ken Smith
Keller Williams KC North
(816) 608-5903
130 Total Sales
1 in Park Forest
$300,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Park Forest | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Park Forest, Kansas City sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Park Forest, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $338,450, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Leafy suburbs meets rural farmland, three lakes and North Kansas City
Walkable north KC community with shopping centers, green spaces and schools abound
Top schools and a blend of cultures and backgrounds near I-29 and KCI
Mix of newer homes and apartments within 2 miles of Zona Rosa Town Center
Quiet suburb with proximity to recreational lakes, shopping and schools
Lakeside living with proximity to shopping and Kansas City