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1950s-era suburban charm close to highways, shopping and dining
Western Hills is a 1950s-era suburb featuring neat streets and cul-de-sacs that sell for prices that tend to be lower than homes on the Kansas side of the state line half a mile away. The neighborhood sits alongside Ward Parkway, one of Kansas City’s most elegant boulevards. Within half a mile, the Ward Parkway Shopping Center, situated along the neighborhood's divided highway thoroughfare, and Restaurant Pavilion offer dozens of options for shopping, dining and entertainment. Downtown Kansas City is 9 miles to the north. “What’s really great about Western Hills is that you get really good value,'' Laura Miller, a Realtor with ReeceNichols, says."You also get a lot of pride of ownership.”
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Western Hills neighborhood sits alongside Ward Parkway, one of Kansas City’s most elegant boulevards.
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Ranch-style and split-levels line leafy streets
The predominant architectural styles reflect the neighborhood’s mid-century beginnings with ranch-style, raised ranch-style and split-level homes. Hilly streets lined with towering trees accent the look of an established neighborhood. “It’s just a nice, family-friendly neighborhood,'' says Paul Gessler, a Kansas City native and Broker with ReeceNichols Real Estate. "You’re near Waldo, Ward Parkway Mall and some beautiful parks -- you name it.'' Prices range from $165,000 for a small bungalow to $468,000 for a four-bedroom ranch. Prices tend to be higher right across the state line. “If you look at average house prices, when you get into Missouri, maybe the average house prices would be $180,000 or $190,000, but when you get into Kansas, they start at maybe $250,000, so you can get a lot of bang for your buck in Missouri,” says Kathy Koehler, a Realtor with ReeceNichols.
Ranch homes are popular in the Western Hills neighborhood.
Cape Cod style homes with 5 bedrooms are a rare find in Western Hills.
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Top-ranked private Rockhurst High School within walking distance
Western Hills is zoned for Center School District 58, including walkable Boone Elementary School on Wornall Road and Center Middle School off the Ward Parkway. Each school earns a C from Niche. The B-minus-rated Center High School on Holmes Road offers over 50 clubs and organizations, from the 87th Street Singers to the school's broadcasting club, Hive TV. Private schools are also an option within a mile with A-plus-rated all-boys Rockhurst High School, which Niche calls the No. 2 best Catholic high school in Kansas City. Niche names A-plus-rated St. Teresa’s Academy 5 miles away, the No. 3 best all-girls high school in Missouri.
Kids in Western Hills head to Central Middle School, located off 103rd between Wornall and Holmes Rd.
Boone Elementary School is part of the Center 58 School District in Waldo, near Western Hills.
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Ward Parkway provides a scenic route to Plaza and downtown K.C.
Ward Parkway provides direct access to the Country Club Plaza and St. Luke’s Hospital, 6 miles away. Interstate 435 is 3 miles away. “It’s very convenient to shoot out Wornall Road to 435 and get anywhere in the metro area,” Miller says.
Around 4 miles east, U.S. Highway 71 leads to all the restaurants, entertainment and nightlife of the busier districts of Kansas City. RideKC bus stops are available all along Ward Parkway and Wornall Road. The new Kansas City International Airport is 27 miles away on the north edge of the metro area.
Ward Parkway provides direct access to the St. Luke’s Hospital, 6 miles away.
Ward Parkway takes you from Western Hills to The Country Club Plaza that boasts a plethora of dining & shopping.
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Sunnyside and Russell Majors Waddell Park within a mile
Two parks are less than a mile away, including Sunnyside Park, off Summit Street, and the Russell Majors Waddell Park, next to the Alexander Majors Historic Museum & Barn, a popular special events venue. Sunnyside Park features a playground with a spray pad, sports fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, rentable pavilions and a paved walking trail.
Residents enjoy practicing their hoops at Sunnyside Park just minutes from Western Hills.
Russell Majors Waddell Park offers a peaceful retreat for visitors to enjoy nature.
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Ward Parkway Shopping Center and Restaurant Pavilion within walking distance
The Ward Parkway Shopping Center includes more than 40 stores, around a dozen restaurants, the AMC Ward Parkway 14 movie theater and Ward Parkway Lanes, Kansas City’s oldest bowling alley. “Ward Parkway Shopping Center is the biggest selling point for the area,'' Gessler says. "You’ve got clothing stores, Trader Joe’s, a Target and multiple movie theatres. It’s a popular spot to walk around.''
Across the neighborhood on Wornall Road, Waldo Thai is a James Beard Foundation semi-finalist known for authentic Northern Thai cuisine. “It’s one of the best restaurants in Kansas City,'' Miller says. "It’s fantastic. You don’t go there for Pad Thai. You go for Larb and other authentic dishes.''
Nearby, the Princess Garden Chinese restaurant has been a local favorite for more than 50 years. Trader Joe’s on Ward Parkway and Price Chopper on Wornall are within walking distance.
Get a treat for yourself and the family at Crumble Cookie in Western Hills.
For groceries Western Hills locals can go to Target that is located in the neighborhood.
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AMC Ward Parkway 14 hosts annual K.C. Film Festival
Summer Concert Series at Ward Parkway Mall every Friday and Saturday draws crowds of families. “People will come and let their kids run around on this grassy lawn area while they enjoy the music,'' Gessler says. "There’s also the Waldo Festival between 75th and 85th that’s super popular around these parts." The AMC Ward Parkway 14 movie theater hosts the annual K.C. Film Festival in March.
Locals in Western Hills can head to the movies at AMC Ward Parkway.
Locals love grabbing fresh flowers at Trader Joes at Ward Parkway Mall in Western Hills.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,798
Median Age
39
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,180
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$104,218
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
College Graduates
48.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.1%
% Population in Labor Force
76.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
41/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
60/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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