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Sheraton Estates has historic roots and modern appeal
First developed in the 1950s, Sheraton Estates is a Kansas City neighborhood with a rich history and an established feel. Notable Sheraton Estates residents included jazz musician Jay McShann and Bruce R. Watkins who, along with Earl D. Thomas, became one of the first Black members of Kansas City’s City Council in 1963. The neighborhood retains its midcentury character today, with well-kept homes on manicured lawns. Residents can leave Sheraton Estates’ quiet streets and reach restaurants, stores, schools and parks in minutes.
Sheraton Estates homes often come with updated touches
Sheraton Estates is made up mostly of ranch- and split-level-style homes built in the 1950s and ’60s, giving the area a consistent midcentury feel. Some properties have been updated inside over the years with renovated kitchens and bathrooms, and finished basements. “The outsides haven’t changed much, so most of them have unique midcentury details,” says local Realtor Sherri Oaks, who’s with ReeceNichols and has over 20 years of real estate experience. Most houses in Sheraton Estates come with generous lots, anywhere from about one-fifth of an acre to roughly a half-acre. Properties in the neighborhood sell for prices from the lower $100,000s to the lower $200,000s. Over 60% of Sheraton Estates residents are renters.
You'll find lots of split-level homes in the area.
The ranch-style homes in Sheraton Estates are generously sized.
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Local schools offer pathways for reading and college credit
The Kansas City Public Schools district serves students in the Sheraton Estates area. Kids in the neighborhood may start at Benjamin Banneker Elementary School, which is about 3 miles away and partners with Scholastic to give students new books throughout the year so that they can build their own home libraries. KCPS’ Southeast High School is roughly 2 miles outside Sheraton Estates. It has an Early College Academy through which students can earn up to 60 hours of college credit or an associate's degree at no cost while completing their high school diploma.
Southeast High School is about 2 miles from Sheraton Estates.
Benjamin Banneker Elementary has a partnership with Scholastic to give students books.
Central Middle School is roughly 3 miles outside the neighborhood.
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Convenient proximity to highways and public transit
Sheraton Estates commuters have quick access to Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard, which is a connection to U.S. Highway 71 for trips toward places like , located 8 miles away. Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard also has RideKC bus stops, providing quick access to public transportation for trips around the city.
Outdoor attractions range from trails to the Kansas City Zoo
Sheraton Estates sits close to multiple major green spaces. Some of the options within 3 miles are:
Brush Creek Greenway Park, which runs along Brush Creek, has miles of trails and is home to the Mary Williams-Neal Community Center where there’s a pool that’s open from late May through late August
Town Fork Creek Greenway, where there are basketball courts, a ball field and a play area
Swope Park, which is the largest park in Kansas City at about 1,800 acres and includes two golf courses, athletic fields, 20 miles of trails, a lake that’s open to fishing, a dog park, and the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
Swope Park has a variety of attractions.
Swope Park features golf courses that are open to the public.
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The Shops on Blue Parkway offer a few restaurants and shopping options just outside the neighborhood.
Where residents can shop and grab a bite to eat
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard is a convenient go-to for commercial amenities. Just off the boulevard, you’ll find The Shops on Blue Parkway, a shopping center that features the Blue Parkway Sun Fresh supermarket and a Hibbett for shoes and other apparel. The plaza also includes multiple familiar fast-food spots, including Burger King, Domino’s, Subway, Taco Bell and Wingstop. Other restaurants in the area include:
LC's Bar-B-Q, a barbecue spot famous for ribs, brisket and burnt ends sandwiches, and that has been open since 1986
The Chief Station, a restaurant for stuffed turkey legs, wings and fried fish
PeachTree Cafeteria, a place known for its soul food, including fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, sweet potatoes, cornbread and peach cobbler
Fire Pizza, a spot where the varieties include buffalo chicken pizza, barbecue pizza and ranch chicken pizza
A nearby museum highlights history, art and live performances
The Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage Center & State Museum is among the area’s attractions, located by Brush Creek and dedicated to Kansas City’s African American heritage. The center hosts a variety of events, from concerts to spoken word poetry. You can also explore the museum’s multiple exhibits for free each Tuesday through Saturday.
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Sheraton Estates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sheraton Estates, Kansas City sell after 5 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Sheraton Estates, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $172,077, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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