"It's the best of three worlds; it's close to downtown, connected to suburban amenities and a wonderful community in its own right," says Robert Burns, a beekeeper who's lived in Cunningham Heights for 32 years. He's not the only one in this small north Overland Park neighborhood for the long haul. "Most people who live here stay here. We've got great neighbors," Burns says. The neighborhood is accessible both geographically and in terms of housing costs. Proximity to major highways offers easy access to anywhere in the metro, including downtown Kansas City, just 9 miles away. Housing prices tend to be lower and lots larger than what can be found in neighborhoods further south in Overland Park. Cunningham Heights is zoned for the highly-rated Shawnee Mission School District.
Suburban lifestyle with midcentury charm
"There are no mansions here," says acclaimed portrait artist John Boyd Martin, who's lived here happily for 39 years. Instead, this is a place with well-kept, porch-front houses where people look out for each other, Martin says. Ranch-style, split-level and a few Cape Cod-style homes line the well-maintained streets. Homes sell for between $250,000 and $350,000.
Custom homes are often found in the Cunningham Heights neighborhood.
Cunningham Heights neighborhood homes offer natural styling attributes.
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Shopping convenience in nearby Mission
Cunningham Heights offers plenty of shopping and dining options nearby. Grocery shopping is nearby at the Hy-Vee in Mission. Target and IKEA are also available right in Mission. Burns recommends checking out the spectacular views of the metro area from IKEA's top floor. Popular restaurants include the family-friendly Village Inn and R.J.'s Bob-Be-Que.
A quick fill-up of coffee at the Filling Station near the Cunningham Heights neighborhood.
K.C. Strings offers lessons and all sorts of musical instruments to rent or buy.
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Shawnee Mission North High School is located in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.
Shawnee Mission North program offers students real-world work experience
"It's going to continue to be a desirable area, especially for those looking to be in Johnson County but maybe in that first-time homebuyer's price range," says Micah Thomas, a real estate broker with The Local Agent, LLC. Merriam Park Elementary, which receives a B rating from Niche, is the neighborhood's elementary school. Students move to Hocker Grove Middle School and Shawnee Mission North High, both of which receive a B-plus rating. At Shawnee Mission North High, students can participate in the Real World Learning program to pursue career interests like engineering, fashion and medical health sciences.
The entry point to Hickory Hills Park located in Overland Park, Kansas.
Parks include sports and play areas and a waterfall
Hickory Hills Park, on the neighborhood's southwest corner, has basketball and tennis courts and a playground. Nearby, the 15-acre Waterfall Park is a natural oasis featuring a waterfall along Turkey Creek.
Interstate 35 and U.S. Highway 69 provide easy access to metro area
Surrounding suburbs and downtown Kansas City are easily accessible, with Interstate 35 to the west and U.S. Highway 69 to the west. Although most people get around by driving,
Old-fashioned neighborly get-togethers mark the seasons
"The greatest thing about Cunningham Heights is the neighborhood get-togethers," says Martin of events in Hickory Hills Park. Popular events include twice-yearly picnics, holiday parties, and potluck meals that help maintain the neighborhood's close-knit feel, which remains central to its character after many decades. "People help each other with security issues and such. There are very low levels of problems such as theft. We have picnics twice a year, and there's a clubhouse in the park. The fire truck comes, and the kids get to see that," Martin says.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,213
Median Age
37
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.2%
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
$58,836
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$112,722
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
37.3%
Advanced Degrees
26.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.9%
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®
18/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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