The community of Blue Hills is about 2 miles north of downtown Manhattan and borders the campus of Kansas State University. "Blue Hills is centrally located with easy access to everything in town,” says Cameron Ward, co-founder, managing broker and Realtor at The Alms Group. “It's also really close to the K-State Campus." Though mostly residential, the neighborhood has a sprinkling of restaurants and shops as well as proximity to outdoor recreation such as the Manhattan Country Club and Northview Waterpark. Blue Hills residents are zoned for Manhattan-Ogden Unified School District No. 383, ranked the No. 1 school district in Riley County, according to Niche.
Close to downtown and Aggieville, Blue Hills offers city amenities with a relaxed suburban vibe.
Downtown Manhattan is an exciting entertainment district with museums, restaurants & shopping.
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Winding roads lined with bi-levels and ranch-style homes
Blue Hills consists of two subdivisions separated by Kimball Avenue. Retirement homes and senior living lie north of Kimball, while the south side is residential. The winding, broad roads of Blue Hills see very little traffic aside from the comings and goings of residents. The community is car-dependent, as there are no sidewalks. Deciduous trees surround ranch-style and bi-level homes, which range in price from $230,000 to $500,000.
Split-level homes with landscaped yards are popular in Blue Hills.
Homes in Blue Hills have brick facades and fenced back yards.
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Northview Waterpark and the Manhattan Country Club
Northview Waterpark, a public swimming pool with twisting water slides, a diving board and a lazy river, is one of the closest outdoor recreation sites. The park also offers concessions, picnic tables and deck chairs. Bordering Blue Hills to the south, the Manhattan Country Club has an 18-hole, par 70 golf course. With a community of over 400 members, the club offers a fitness center, available 24/7, and two restaurants— Club XIX and Pineview Room. Northeast Community Park, about 2 miles away, has a walking trail and baseball fields.
Grab one of the six tennis or pickleball courts at City Park for a friendly match.
The members-only Manhattan Country Club offers a 24-hr fitness center, pool and 2 restaurants.
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The Manhattan-Ogden Unified School District No.383
The Manhattan-Ogden Unified School District No. 383 serves the residents of Blue Hills. Students can begin their education at Bluemont Elementary and then Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School, both of which scored a B-plus on Niche. Students can continue their education at Manhattan High School, which received an A from the site. Manhattan High provides dual enrollment through Manhattan Area Technical College, which offers courses that transfer to Kansas State University. Kansas State offers more than 250 undergraduate programs and over 165 graduate degrees and certificates.
Lee Elementary School welcomes students in the neighborhood to learn and grow.
Students love attending Manhattan High School, the sports teams and classes.
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Tornado risk
Located on the edge of Tornado Alley, Manhattan experiences the occasional storm. An EF-2 tornado occurred in June of 2022 and there was an EF-4 tornado in June of 2008.
Travel in Blue Hills
Blues Hills is about 2.5 miles north of downtown Manhattan along Highway 24, known locally as Tuttle Creek Boulevard. The ATA Bus runs through Blue Hills, servicing one bus stop along North Manhattan Avenue, with routes to downtown Manhattan and surrounding areas. Cyclists can take a ride on North Manhattan Avenue on a bike lane that extends to Kimball Avenue. The Manhattan Regional Airport is about 9 miles southwest.
The Manhattan Regional Airport is 10 miles southwest of Blue Hills accessible by Highway K-18.
The ATA Bus runs through Blue Hills and has a stop along N Manhattan Ave.
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Half-priced margs and old-school drive-ins
La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant, within the Blue Hills Shopping Center, is best known for its margaritas, fajitas and vibrant interior. “La fiesta is great,” says Ward. “They do half-priced margaritas on Monday nights.” Another neighborhood staple is Ana’s Burger Shack, a counter-serve spot with an old-school drive-in feel. Near the Manhattan Crossing shopping mall, 2 miles southeast of the neighborhood, are a Hy-Vee Grocery Store and a Walmart Supercenter.
La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant is a popular lunch spot known for its vibrant interior and menu.
McGraws Bar and Grill serves up American favorites, has a live music, Keno, pool and yard games.
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Parks in this Area
Manhattan City Park
Northview Park
K-State Coffman Commons
Bluemont Scenic Overlook
Transit
Airport
Manhattan Regional
21 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Blue Hills
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Blue Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Blue Hills, Manhattan sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Blue Hills, Manhattan over the last 12 months is $330,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$330,000
Median Sale Price
$330,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$330,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$119
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
87
Median Year Built
1968
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,562
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,287
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,552
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,713
Median Age
23
Population under 18
31.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$26,818
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$42,686
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.8%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
33.9%
Advanced Degrees
16.6%
% Population in Labor Force
79.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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