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Minutes from the Power and Light District
Known for its jazz scene and once home to a stadium where Jackie Robinson swung his best swings, the Wendell Phillips neighborhood is brimming with culture and history. "It's also minutes from downtown and the Power and Light District," says Tyeasha Smith, a Realtor with Smith & Company Real Estate. "Development is happening all over, so the value of homes is rising." Smith believes in the promise of the area so much, she bought a home to rehab and sell.
Wendell Phillips boasts quiet residential streets just outside of downtown.
Homes in Wendell Phillips trail back to the early 20th century
Wendell Phillips is full of colorful minimal traditionals and American Foursquares. Stone beams and foundations, farmhouse roofs, brick chimneys and dormer windows paint a classic Americana picture. New construction often mimics this tidy symmetry and classic detailing while clearly presenting something fresh. The area's most established properties are circa the early 20th century, with some homes tracing back to 1900. Many have been completely revitalized from the inside out and splashed in colorful pastel designs, bringing extra color to a neighborhood with a strong artistic heritage. Some require extensive work and are being eyed by investors. The average value of a property here is around $160,000, but the most expensive, a new construction, is in the $500,000 range. "Homes stay on the market for about 40 days, which is average for Kansas City," Smith says.
Monarch Plaza and Jackie Robinson
Monarch Plaza, once home to the Municipal Stadium from 1923 to 1976, is local on Brooklyn Avenue. This stadium hosted the Kansas City Monarchs, an all-Black baseball team whose players, including Robinson, are memorialized by photographic plaques. Anyone interested in the history of baseball's segregated leagues can learn more at the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Just north on East 18th Street, the museum is in the famous 18th and Vine district, the birthplace of Kansas City's own blues and jazz scenes. Another district treasure is the Gem Theater, a performing arts theater built in 1912 that continues bringing forth Kansas City's most talented jazz musicians.
The Historic 18th & Vine District is full of treasures and just blocks from Wendell Phillips.
Monarch Plaza is located in the Wendell Phillips Neighborhood.
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Shopping at Country Club Plaza
Wendell Phillips' central location is what's spurring its growth. For one, locals are just 4 miles north of Country Club Plaza, one of the most popular shopping malls in Kansas City. This indoor/outdoor shopping strip on Broadway Boulevard has over 70 stores and 20 restaurants. Locals have their pick of box chains like Athleta and locally owned boutiques like Charlie Hustle, which sells vintage sportswear. They also enjoy True Food Kitchen for its seasonally fresh menu encapsulating everything from fresh salad bowls to pizza, dessert, cocktails and more. They can also head 2 miles northwest to the Power and Light District, famous for its nightlight scene, and watch live music at Johnnie's Jazz Bar & Grille over cherry sours.
Playing basketball at Blues Park
The neighborhood is home to just a few small green spaces, including Blues Park off Prospect Avenue, with a multi-colored basketball court and a grassy area with enough room for field games like football. Nelson C. Crews Square near Euclid Avenue has a tennis court.
Shoot some hoops at Blues Park in the Wendell Phillips Neighborhood.
Blues Park is an oasis of green and has a new playground located in the Wendell Phillips.
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The transformation set for Wendell Phillips Elementary
Wendell Phillips is served by the Kansas City 33 School District, which earns an overall C rating from Niche. Nearby schools include Hale Cook Elementary, Central Middle School and Southeast High School. The elementary school earns a C plus rating from Niche, the middle school scores a solid D plus, and the high school earns a C minus rating. Though the middle school has the lowest score, it earns a B for diversity and has a cozy student-to-teacher ratio of 13 to 1. Students with an overall GPA of 3.0 and a solid attendance record may also apply to Lincoln College Preparatory Academy middle and high. The academy has an overall A rating from Niche, and is known for their robust International Baccalaureate program. The former Wendell Phillips Elementary School was recently purchased by Urban Catalyst Inc. They plan to use the building to create a thriving Community Wellness campus.
"All Are Welcome" at Lincoln College Preparatory Academy Middle School in Wendell Phillips.
Wendell Phillips elementary School care for students from grades k-6..
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Hop on the highway to get you just about anywhere in 15 minutes from Wendell Phillips.
Bus stops along East 18th Street
Wendell Phillips is conveniently located alongside Highway 71, providing residents with easy access to the rest of the Kansas City metropolitan area. While cars are still important here, there are bus stops along East 18th Street that run downtown. Sun Fresh Market has a wide range of groceries a mile from the neighborhood on Wabash Avenue. Kansas City International Airport is around 20 miles away via Interstate 29.
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Parks in this Area
Troost Lake Park
Fishing
Lake
Picnic Area
Spring Valley Park
Baseball/Softball
Grills
Picnic Area
Blues Park
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Neighborhood Park @ 24th & Woodland
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Nelson C. Crews Square
Basketball
Bike Trails
Tennis
Buck O'Neil Tribute Park
Baseball/Softball
Transit
Airport
Kansas City International
31 min drive
Bus
On 27th & Olive Westbound
Bus
On Prospect & 25th Southbound
Bus
On 18th St & Brooklyn Eastbound
Bus
On 27th & Brooklyn Westbound
Bus
On 27th & Woodland Wb
Bus
On Prospect & 24th Southbound
Bus
On 27th St & 71 HWY Wb
Wendell Phillips Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wendell Phillips, Kansas City sell after 84 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Wendell Phillips, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $136,250, down 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,926
Median Age
40
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$38,191
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,152
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
17.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.4%
% Population in Labor Force
62.5%
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®
34/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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