Chill suburban vibes mix with quick city convenience
With a laidback atmosphere and long-established relationships between neighbors, Maple Crest is a staple of Overland Park. Found just 10 miles south of Kansas City, it blends the comfort of calm suburbia with quick city convenience. “I might be a little biased, but the first home I ever bought was in Maple Crest,” says Jenna Stewart, Realtor and team lead of KC Homes Group. “It’s just a quiet, cute area and so close to downtown Overland Park. The people are sweet, the houses are cute – I have a lot of affection for that neighborhood.”
Many ranches in Maple Crest were built in the 1950s.
Mission West Shopping Center offers plenty of shopping for Maple Crest residents.
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Homes more affordable than in many nearby neighborhoods
Most of Maple Crest is residential, with quiet streets lined with trees and gardens carefully tended to by homeowners. Ranch-style houses were mainly constructed in the 1950s, and they’ve been well-maintained or restored in the years since. Home prices range from $210,000 to $325,000. “Maple Crest tends to be more affordable and attracts residents who are a bit younger than those in neighboring areas such as Colonial Village,” says Laurie Ingram, a Realtor with Better Homes and Gardens who’s been selling homes in the area for seven years. “If you’re looking at a house for $400,000 in Colonial Village, it would be closer to $350,000 in Maple Crest. Plus, the age range here is closer to 20-40 versus 30-55 in Colonial Village,” Ingram says.
Many homes in Maple Crest are shaded by large oak trees in the front and backyards.
Two-story homes may have 3-4 bedrooms with fenced backyards.
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Santa Fe Trail Elementary School right in Maple Crest
Students can walk to Santa Fe Trail Elementary, which receives an A-minus grade from Niche. Santa Fe Trail educators use project-based learning and progressive technology programs to create a well-rounded classroom experience. The neighborhood is zoned for Hocker Grove Middle School and Shawnee Mission North. Both schools get a B-plus grade.
Embrace learning at Santa Fe Trail Elementary in Maple Crest.
Shawnee Mission North High School is located in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.
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Proximity to Interstate 35 makes for a simple commute
Interstate 35 is just a couple of miles west. It leads directly to downtown Kansas City, 10 miles away. Public transit is also an option, with several RideKC bus stops along Metcalf Avenue.
Interstate 35 is 2 miles from Maple Crest providing direct access to downtown Kansas City.
Ride KC Bus stops run through Maple Crest and there is a few at 75th & Metcalf.
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Prairie View Park and Matt Ross Community Center
Maple Crest is within a mile of several places to enjoy nature and recreation. Prairie View Park has a playground and basketball courts. The Matt Ross Community Center includes a fitness center, sports courts and an indoor pool. “It’s a fabulous newer place that’s almost like a club. They have a big pool, and dues are reasonable,” Ingram says. The private Milburn Country Club has a pool, golf course, tennis court and dining facilities. “There’s a cool crowd at Milburn Country Club, and I feel like that’s where a lot of people go to hang out,” Stewart says.
Kids love playing with grandma at Prairie View Park.
Matt Ross Community Center offers swimming, fitness and sports courts near Maple Crest.
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Loyalty to local businesses still big despite presence of national chains
Maple Crest includes a healthy mix of big-name retailers and locally owned businesses along Metcalf Avenue and West 75th Street. Grocery shopping is close by at Price Chopper. Downtown Overland Park is less than 2 miles away. It’s home to the Overland Park Farmers Market, which is slated for a nearly $34 million renovation. The renovation will include a new enclosed pavilion to allow for year-round markets and other events. Demolition of the current farmer’s market pavilion is scheduled by the end of 2024. The 2025 market season will be moved to the Matt Ross Community Center while construction of the new facility takes place. “Being near downtown is a huge appeal with lots of cute boutiques and coffee shops. Strang Hall is really cool; it’s got all these pop-up restaurants inside of it with sushi, tacos, and a nice bar for cocktails,” Stewart says of the updated indoor restaurant space. Aside from selections at Strang Hall, Downtown Overland Park is home to favorite restaurants like the Dragon Inn and Lulu's Thai Noodle Shop and retailers like The Tasteful Olive and Penzey's Spices.
Buffalo State Pizza has drinks, salads and everyone's favorite pizza right outside Maple Crest.
Find the perfect fabric for your project at Harper's Fabric & Quilt Co.
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Overland Park Fall Festival Kicks off Autumn in style
The Overland Park Fall Festival is one of many year-round events that mark the seasons in downtown Overland Park. The festival features vendor booths and food trucks, live music and kids' activities.
The Overland Park Fall Festival celebrates fall time with unique shops, food & music.
Locals find art to take home at the Overland Park Fall Festival.
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This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath raised ranch welcomes you with timeless charm and pride of ownership. Gleaming wood floors flow throughout the main level, creating a warm and cohesive living space. The kitchen boasts custom cabinetry that combines style and storage, elevating both form and function. Enjoy cozy evenings by one of two brick wood-burning fireplaces—one on the main
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
731
Median Age
39
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,661
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$99,744
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
28.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.3%
% Population in Labor Force
76.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
17''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
65/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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