About five miles from downtown Wichita, Meadowlark is a small, tranquil corner of Kansas living. With easy highway access and midcentury modern homes, this neighborhood draws in those looking for a quiet lifestyle without the chaos of the city.
Many homes in Meadowlark are bungalow and ranch-styles, complete with small porches and lots of surrounding tree life. Val Peare of Berkshire Hathaway Penfed Realty says the common style is attractive to some homebuyers: “A lot of the homes here are older and were built in the fifties and sixties. That has its own kind of vibe. It’s midcentury charm on a smaller scale and it’s more affordable.” Home prices can range between $119,000 to $220,000.
Gladiator Arcade and Pizzeria was named one of Wichita’s most popular pizzerias by its residents. Fish & More is a great spot for both surf and turf lovers while Bi No Bakery and Banh Mi blends Asian and American fare. Meddy’s serves award-winning Mediterranean food, including shawarmas, salads and hummuses. Just outside Meadowlark, Road Runner proclaims to have “the best tacos in America.” Towne East Square is the largest retail shopping destination in central Kansas and houses tons of brands such as Bath & Body Works, H&M and American Eagle. Grocery shopping is a snap with Walmart Supercenter only a short three-mile drive from the neighborhood. Big Lots is also located in Meadowlark, offering tons of discounts on everyday items. Thai An Oriental Food Market is a great place to shop for Asian groceries. Meadowlark is also nearby several specialty shops. Rated E Cards and Collectibles sells card games and other pop culture merch for many fandoms. Scheels supplies customers with the best in sporting goods, hunting and fishing gear and more.
Students may go to schools in the Wichita Public Schools District. Griffith Elementary School, which got a C-rating by Niche. Mead Middle School earned a C-minus rating and Wichita High School Southeast earned a C-plus rating and offers gifted and Advanced Placement programs.
Meadowlark has several places for getting up and getting active. Meadowlark Park features a playground and a walking trail. Cessna Park is a great place to shoot hoops, hit the tennis courts and explore even more trails. LW Clapp Park in neighboring Grandview Heights has a disc golf course and a walking path. Those who prefer working out indoors will enjoy the amenities available at Genesis Health Club.
Because the downtown Wichita area is only five miles away, there are plenty of fun things for Meadowlark residents to do on a day of leisure. The Museum of World Treasures has several engaging exhibits that history enthusiasts are sure to enjoy. The Tallgrass Film Festival is the largest independent film festival in the state and draws tons of attendees each year.
The area has a compact layout, making it easy to get around by car and fairly easy on foot. Although they do not run directly through the neighborhood, Meadowlark has several major roads nearby, including Interstates 35 and 135. McConnell Air Force Base is also located close by the neighborhood.
CHRISTINE KETZNER
New Door Real Estate
(316) 535-9858
106 Total Sales
1 in Meadowlark
$115,000 Price
Kirk Short
Keller Williams Signature Partners, LLC
(316) 669-4389
715 Total Sales
2 in Meadowlark
$112K - $171K Price Range
Val Peare
Berkshire Hathaway PenFed Realty
(316) 364-7242
174 Total Sales
3 in Meadowlark
$110K - $185K Price Range
Blake Billington
Heritage 1st Realty
(316) 669-5384
174 Total Sales
1 in Meadowlark
$220,000 Price
Asa Pechin
Heritage 1st Realty
(316) 669-3714
156 Total Sales
1 in Meadowlark
$30,000 Price
Erica Boller
LPT Realty, LLC
(316) 669-7563
168 Total Sales
1 in Meadowlark
$135,000 Price
On average, homes in Meadowlark, Wichita sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Meadowlark, Wichita over the last 12 months is $165,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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A community with a history dating back to WWII and a variety of Wichita amenities
Modest single-family homes near multi-cultural restaurants and parks
An affordable, urban community with living assistance through a local church
Over 50 acres of park space 3 miles from downtown Wichita
A quiet city neighborhood with plenty of parks and good starter homes
Humble Wichita residences close to McConnell Air Force Base and several parks