West Plaza
Diverse housing options appeal to broad range of buyers
West Plaza's tree-lined streets feature a variety of architectural styles, including Craftsman bungalows, Prairie-style, Tudor-inspired and newer, modern homes. Some homes date from the neighborhood's early days as a home to the city's working class, who labored in the meatpacking industry in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Condo developments that sprang up during the 1960s and 1970s still remain. "It's a very established neighborhood with a mature landscape. You have old original homes to rehab and some that can be a complete teardown. And it's still a reasonably priced neighborhood close into the city," Galbrecht says. Prices range from $150,000 to $1.5 million. Most single-family homes sell for between $300,000 and $400,000. Mid-century-era condos sell for between $150,000 and $250,000 while newer, modern homes and condos can sell for over $1 million.
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Central High School students and teachers start year with new iPads from Verizon
Children can attend Primitivo Garcia Elementary School, which earns a C-minus from Niche, before heading to D-plus-rated Central Middle School. Central High School, the neighborhood's C-plus-rated high school, is one of a handful of Kansas City Public Schools participating in the Verizon Innovative Learning Initiative. Through this national program, Verizon provides each student and teacher with a new iPad, data and training for the academic year.
Westwood Park offers green space for walks, sports and play
Westwood Park at the western edge of West Plaza features 9 acres of shady parkland with a winding paved trail. It includes a dog park, a colorful playground, a ball diamond and covered picnic shelters. Brush Creek's scenic walkway offers a peaceful place to stroll beside the well-traveled Ward Parkway at the neighborhood's southern edge. Across Ward Parkway lies the Carriage Club, an invitation-only private country club founded in 1956. It features an ice rink, swimming pools and indoor and outdoor racket sports courts.Plaza Art Fair attracts 250,000 visitors annually
Every September, the Plaza Art Fair attracts over a quarter-million visitors to browse local and regional artists' creations, listen to live music and sample food and drinks from local restaurants. The West Plaza Neighborhood Association sponsors events throughout the year, including Art and Music in the Park and an Easter egg hunt.Free K.C. Streetcar will include Country Club Plaza stop by 2025
By 2025, the Kansas City Streetcar will include a stop at the Country Club Plaza, providing free trolley service to and from downtown. RideKC offers several bus stops around the Plaza area, including one on Roanoke Parkway. West Plaza is half a mile the Kansas state line and within a mile of U.S. Highway 169 which connects to Interstate 35 3 miles away.
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Shopping and dining options nearby at Country Club Plaza
West Plaza's location, footsteps away from the Country Club Plaza, attracts many buyers like Galbrecht. "Absolutely, the Plaza" is a main attraction, he says, not only for its walkability but for its long-term property value. "The big thing is the Plaza. I do believe that over time, you are still going to see residual value on the Plaza," he says. National stores like Tiffany & Co. and The Apple Store sit alongside locally owned shops like Made in KC Marketplace and Razzleberry on The Plaza. Locally owned bars and restaurants like Dun & Gram, The Granfaloon, Rye and Jack Stack Barbecue stay busy year-round. National chains like P.F. Chang's and Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse are also on the Plaza. Nearby Old Westport is home to longtime K.C. nightlife haunts like Kelly's, where a raucous party is guaranteed every St. Patrick's Day. Several grocery stores are within 2 miles of Plaza Westport, including Midtown Market, Whole Foods and Marsh's Sun Fresh Market.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Pat Manza
Pat Manza
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Partners Inc.
(913) 423-2807
58 Total Sales
1 in West Plaza
$205,000 Price
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Kelli Nelson
Kelli Nelson
Realty ONE Group Esteem
(913) 444-6820
70 Total Sales
2 in West Plaza
$235K - $265K Price Range
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Dani Beyer Team
Dani Beyer Team
Keller Williams KC North
(913) 386-7522
800 Total Sales
3 in West Plaza
$165K - $410K Price Range
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Bob Washburn
Bob Washburn
Compass Realty Group
(913) 386-5792
135 Total Sales
3 in West Plaza
$140K - $410K Price Range
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Laura Miller
Laura Miller
ReeceNichols - Leawood
(855) 649-0709
83 Total Sales
7 in West Plaza
$183K - $465K Price Range
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Sanctuary Real Estate Team
Sanctuary Real Estate Team
KW KANSAS CITY METRO
(913) 404-5375
70 Total Sales
1 in West Plaza
$269,000 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
Rosedale Park
Jacob L. Loose Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Trails
Southmoreland Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Bloch Cancer Survivors Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Frank A. Thesis Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Roanoke Park
- Trails
- Playground
Westwood Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Grills
Mill Creek Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Plaza | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Plaza Demographics and Home Trends
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$484,990
Median Sale Price
$199,999
Median Single Family Sale Price
$451,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-27%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$318
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,723
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1923
Months of Supply
96.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,467
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,000
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,092
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
736
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$925 - $1,325 per month
- Infinity at Plaza West
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 460+ Sq Ft
- 4440 Roanoke Pkwy
- Kansas City, MO
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$750 - $1,250 per month
- The Belleview - Student Friendly Housing
- 2-4 Beds
- 2-4 Baths
- 767+ Sq Ft
- 4400-4434 Belleview Ave
- Kansas City, MO
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,835
Median Age
34
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
14.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,111
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$104,875
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.9%
College Graduates
72.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
32.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
80.1%
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®
36
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
85
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Country Club Plaza
Shopping and restaurant hub in south KC, little to no housing
Old Westport
Walkable, historic neighborhood with trendy restaurant and arts scene
Plaza Westport
Hip enclave close to shops, restaurants and hospital
South Plaza
Country Club Plaza Neighborhood with Neighborly Feel
Sunset Hill
Upscale residential area surrounding Loose Park
Westwood
A Kansas City suburb with homes and nature evocative of Shakespeare's England
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