Suburban South K.C. neighborhood attracts first-time home buyers and investors
It’s not unusual to hear people speaking Arabic or Spanish in Robandee South. This multicultural south Kansas City neighborhood is located 15 miles south of downtown City, Missouri. The established residential neighborhood attracts first-time home buyers and investors. Price points make it an attractive area for younger buyers.
“You see a lot of families with children and first-time home buyers,” Faye Whitney says. Whitney, a Realtor with Platinum Realty, has been selling homes in the area for five years. Robandee South is near several major highways that can take locals anywhere in the metro and beyond.
Robandee South offers cozy homes im a diverse neighborhood where residents enjoy unique foods.
Reasonably priced homes for all families can be found in Robandee South Neighborhood.
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Prices rise as homes are remodeled
The homes lining the streets of Robandee South are mostly older split-levels, ranch-styles, and raised ranch styles, with some duplexes. Most were built in the 1960s and are smaller, with only one or two bathrooms. Rarely will you see a home with four bedrooms. Much of the neighborhood, including the backyards of many homes, is densely forested.
Prices range from $150,000 to $250,000, with the majority falling at the lower end and very few at the upper end.
“Prices have gone up a lot. Homes used to start at $100,000, and now they start closer to $150,000. Investors come in and remodel and sell the homes to individuals,” Whitney says.
Around 70% of residents of this south Kansas City neighborhood own their homes.
Ali Benarous is a longtime Kansas City resident who highlights the community as a quiet place where spirituality is a uniting thread for many locals, "You see people out walking on Fridays, especially. People walk from all over to and from the masjid on Fridays. Other than that, you don’t see that many people out walking,” he says. Benarous has attended Friday prayers at the Islamic Center of Kansas City (ISGKC, or the masjid) for decades.
Scalloped-trimmed cottages are a popular choice in the Robandee South Neighborhood.
Lush backyards and cabin style homes are a cozy option Robandee South Neighborhood.
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Truman Elementary students hone tech skills in cutting-edge Makerspace Room
Children can attend Truman Elementary School and Hickman Mills Middle School, which receive a C-minus grade from Niche. Students can move on to C-rated Rushkin High School. Private school options within the neighborhood include the ISGKC Islamic Society of Greater Kansas City School, which receives a B from Niche and St. John Francis Regis School, which is unrated. Truman students can put their tech skills to the test in the school’s Makerspace Room, where they can use a 3D printer, practice coding or program a robot.
Harry S. Truman Elementary, is a Hickman Mills C-1 District school.
Hickman Mills Middle School is the Home of the Eagles.
Ruskin High School is located at 7000 E 111th Street in Kansas City, MO.
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Proximity to Interstates makes commuting a breeze
Commuters have it easy in Robandee South. Interstates 470, 435 and 49 and U.S. Highways 50 and 71 are 3 miles west of the neighborhood, while East State Route 350 is 5 miles to its east. The neighborhood offers limited bus service with a RideKC bus stop a mile away on Blue Ridge Boulevard.
435, 470, & 71 Highway make for easy travel to anywhere in Kansas City from Robandee South.
ump on the Ride KC Bus to run your errands or travel around the city.
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Locals play, exercise and celebrate special occasions in neighborhood’s Bannister Park
Residents can fish or rent a pontoon at the Longview Lake Marina, 4 miles away, during the summer. Locals can fish off the dock every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. From here, they can walk the Longview Trail to the public swimming beach or play sand volleyball near the 930-acre lifeguard-protected freshwater beach.
Woodgate Park is tucked among Robandee’s residential streets one mile away and offers six acres of open green space. Bannister Park’s two playgrounds in the neighborhood make it a popular playdate spot. The smaller playground is designed for toddlers, while the larger obstacle course-themed playground is well-suited for older kids. The park includes a half-mile trail and outdoor fitness equipment.
Bent Tree Park, 3 miles away, also offers trails, a playground, and a multi-purpose field. Locals can play baseball, softball or tennis at the Clark Ketterman Field.
Golfers can tee up at Teetering Rocks Golf Course, 4 miles to the east.
Kids love playing on the playground and exercise equipment at Bannister Park.
Residents enjoy playing with their kids at James A. Reed Park.
Taking walks at James A. Reed Park is a pleasure with friends.
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Local eateries and markets offer a taste of the Middle East
Locals can walk to Olive Café, which serves halal Middle Eastern fare and fresh baked goods and sells a small selection of Middle Eastern, Asian and Mediterranean groceries. Halal Market also sells halal foods.
Locals can head to Southside Mafia Pizzeria, two miles away, for pizza night. Aldi and Hy-Vee are nearby grocery shopping options. The Mediterranean Grill specializes in Greek food and pastries.
Many Robandee South residents appreciate stores that carry halal foods and products.
Residents can enjoy lunch, dinner and grocery shopping at Olive Cafe just minutes from Robandee.
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Longview Lake is a great place to relax on those hot summer days.
Kansas City Triathlon kicks off the summer at Longview Lake
Every May, runners compete in Kansas City’s premier triathlon at Longview Lake 4 miles away from Robandee South. The event includes competitions for Olympic, relay and sprint distances.
Neighborhood features diverse houses of worship
Robandee South is home to several houses of worship, including the Cavalry Assembly of God Church, Iglesia Gracia Abundante and the Islamic Society of Greater Kansas City.
The Islamic Society of Greater Kansas City has a mosque and a school in Robandee South.
The Calvary Assembly of God Church has a large presence in Robandee South.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,199
Median Age
34
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,545
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,001
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.9%
College Graduates
15.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.2%
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®
10/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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