Chet Meierarend
RE/MAX Premier Properties
(913) 270-3422
165 Total Sales
1 in Sterling
$187,000 Price
Sterling
Ask a Sterling Gardens resident to describe their neighborhood, and they’d probably say, “We don’t take it for granted.” Resting on the fringes of eastside Kansas City and just steps from Independence, this area is often perceived as a bedroom community with little to offer besides a 12-mile commute to downtown. But that’s also its upside: quiet residential streets not too far out of the way – in fact, highly sought-after dining and shopping are just blocks away.
You get a lot more space in Sterling Gardens, too. Homes here – mainly 1950s traditionals – sport lots spanning a quarter-acre or more, far larger than the densely packed properties closer to downtown. These lots tend to make for expansive, fenced backyards to go alongside the neighborhood’s other common amenities like small back porches and long driveways leading into one- or two-car garages. Most houses come with around 1,500 square feet and sell for around $180,000, but for rare finds exceeding 2,500 square feet, the price nears $300,000.
Since the neighborhood is predominantly residential – besides a couple churches – residents head 2 miles east for their morning burst of energy from Scooter’s. While it specializes in coffee like cold brews, candy bar lattes and Scooter Shooters – with an extra kick of espresso – it also has an extensive menu of teas, hot chocolate, lemonade and smoothies for kids, as well as food options ranging from maple waffle sandwiches to red velvet cake bites. Come hungry and count on leaving happy. “I love Scooter’s, and they’re popping up all over,” says Anna Castelli, Realtor for Realty Professionals Heartland. “It’s also very close to the restaurants on Little Blue Parkway, as well as all the restaurants on Noland Road.”
Rather stay a little closer to home? Plan your next meal at New Canton. Less than a mile south of the neighborhood, this stop has authentic Chinese cuisine dominating the menu, with its lunch options ranging from shrimp lo mein to moo goo gai pan, while American and Chinese dishes clash for dinner. Grab crab Rangoon for an appetizer and hibachi chicken for an entrée, or go for chicken wings or barbecue ribs if you’re on the pickier side. Find even more options in neighboring Sterling Acres, home to chains like Church’s Texas Chicken and local mainstays like Ridgewood Donuts. A Walmart Supercenter sits within this entertainment corridor, too, for all things groceries and supplies.
Though Sterling Gardens doesn’t have any outdoor play options, either, you don’t have to go far to work off your meal. Just a mile east sits Royal Meadows Golf Club, an 18-hole public course with a full-service pro shop to boot. You can sharpen your swing at one of the weekly leagues, divided by age and skill level, or sign up for one of its many tournaments held throughout the year. Royal Meadows is also a popular wedding spot, with the ability to hold outings of up to 200 people, fully providing equipment ranging from carts to tables.
When the beginning of the week rolls around, Sterling Gardens’ youngest students go 1.5 miles southeast to Fleetridge Elementary, which focuses on positive behavior development under the support of an active PTA. Once they graduate into sixth grade, they move onto Raytown Middle and High schools, the latter of which has a B rating from Niche.
You don’t have to sacrifice residential serenity for convenient living in Sterling Gardens.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Chet Meierarend
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Linda Hueffmeier
Linda Hueffmeier
Compass Realty Group
(816) 307-2559
153 Total Sales
1 in Sterling
$235,000 Price
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Tim Ray
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Tim Ray
HomeSmart Legacy
(913) 355-5637
342 Total Sales
1 in Sterling
$136,500 Price
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Stacie Green
Stacie Green
Keller Williams Realty Partners Inc.
(816) 307-3914
72 Total Sales
1 in Sterling
$310,000 Price
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Faye Whitney
Faye Whitney
Platinum Realty LLC
(913) 601-5931
217 Total Sales
1 in Sterling
$175,000 Price
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Shaun Ashley
Shaun Ashley
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Heritage
(913) 386-7510
413 Total Sales
2 in Sterling
$193K - $293K Price Range
Schools
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View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Country Club Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Sara Colman Livengood Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Firehouse Park
Santa Fe Park Picnic Pavilion
- Dog Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Fairview Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Hiking
Raytown Greenspace
- Trails
- Events
- Parking Lot
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Sterling | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Sterling Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sterling, Kansas City sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Sterling, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $495,000, up 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$417,716
Median Sale Price
$495,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$404,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$417,716
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
30%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$266
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
764
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
5.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,381
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,245
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 211am - 1pm
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
1,753
Median Age
43
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$75,551
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$85,713
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91%
College Graduates
21.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.5%
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®
33
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
45
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31
/ 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.
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