West Blue Valley
Sandwiched between Interstates 70 and 435
West Blue Valley is between I-70 and I-435 and within 2 miles of major thoroughfares —Independence Avenue and U.S. Highway 71. RideKC has numerous bus stops throughout the neighborhood, while bike lanes are available on Van Brunt Boulevard. Kansas City International Airport offers commercial flights and is located about 23 miles north. While there are satellite offices closer to the neighborhood, University Health Truman Medical is 5 miles west.
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Homes offer turn-of-the-century charm and first-time buyer accessibility
Sloping streets are lined with tight sidewalks and feature 1920s bungalows, midcentury ranch-style houses, split-levels and American Foursquares homes. The properties adorn compact lots occasionally accented with a tree or shrubbery. Only select addresses have driveways, so most residents have to park on the narrow streets. Prices range from around $70,000 to $180,000. Listings average 35 days on the market, which is faster than the national average of 44.
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East Truman Road features a range of eateries
East Truman Road has dining options, including Portia’s Café, which has served breakfast and lunch staples since 1986. Another favorite is El Pulgarcito, which serves Salvadoran pupusas stuffed with seasoned pork, chicken or shrimp. World-renowned barbecue joints Arthur Bryant’s Barbecue and Gates Bar-B-Q are less than 3 miles away. Grocery shopping is also available within 3 miles at Save A Lot or a mile at Carniceria El Torito III. For those who enjoy authentic live jazz and blues, iconic music spots like the Blue Room and Knuckleheads are nearby. The J. Rieger & Company distillery has been revived after a near century of prohibition-imposed shut-down.
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Van Brunt Park is a community pocket park
Van Brunt Park is a neighborhood park in the community. Only about 13 acres of rolling terrain feature a rope course, a playground and athletic fields is in the neighborhood. The 238-acre Blue Valley Park is 2 miles away and is one of the largest public parks in the city. The space, which dates back to World War II, features views of the city, trail space, a splash pad, a fishing lake and an 18-hole disc golf course.
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East High School students are close enough to walk or bike to school
Students can attend J.A. Rogers Elementary School, which receives a C from Niche. Northeast Middle School gets a C-minus, while East High School rates as a C. The high school has career-based pathways that first-year students select on their area interests. Pathways include agriculture, animal science, tech or health science.
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Numerous events in the neighboring 18th & Vine Historic District
The 18th & Vine District is less than 3 miles away and hosts numerous events throughout the year. It’s annual Juneteenth KC Heritage Festival is held at the American Jazz Museum and features live music. The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum is also in the district and has the baseball league’s history on display and hosts events like the Heart of America Hot Dog Festival.
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Crime
West Blue Valley has a CAP Index Crime Score of 6 out of 10, which is slightly higher than the national average of 4. The score is driven by 8 out of 10 scores in some violent crime statistics.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Dina Blackmore
Dina Blackmore
Responds QuicklyPlatinum Realty LLC
(816) 430-2957
73 Total Sales
1 in West Blue Valley
$97,500 Price
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Jim H Bridges
Jim H Bridges
List it for 1 Percent Realty
(913) 354-5283
91 Total Sales
1 in West Blue Valley
$230,000 Price
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Eric Craig
EC
Eric Craig
Responds QuicklyReeceNichols-KCN
(816) 203-0419
1,681 Total Sales
1 in West Blue Valley
$43,000 Price
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Miguel De Santos
Miguel De Santos
Responds QuicklyA E G Realty, L L C
(816) 631-3390
121 Total Sales
2 in West Blue Valley
$53K - $77K Price Range
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Jennifer Dove
Jennifer Dove
Responds QuicklyKansas City Real Estate, Inc.
(816) 300-1403
176 Total Sales
1 in West Blue Valley
$335,000 Price
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Kristi Soligo Fleshman
Kristi Soligo Fleshman
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Revolution Liberty
(816) 750-5334
342 Total Sales
1 in West Blue Valley
$125,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Blue Valley Park
Swope Park
- Bike Trails
- Golf
- Soccer
The Grove Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
9th & Van Brunt Athletic Fields
- Soccer
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Sheffield Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
The Parade
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Montgall Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Grills
Buck O'Neil Tribute Park
- Baseball/Softball
Ashland Square Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Blue Valley | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Blue Valley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Blue Valley, Kansas City sell after 79 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in West Blue Valley, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $355,000, down 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$384,045
Median Sale Price
$355,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$375,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$441,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$2,945,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
31
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$273
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,489
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1914
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,119
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,900
Median Age
35
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$33,037
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$44,128
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
58.3%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
4.2%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2%
% Population in Labor Force
49.4%
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®
29
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
41
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
34
/ 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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