Why Live in Maple Crest
Maple Crest in Overland Park is a predominantly residential neighborhood characterized by its quiet, tree-lined streets and well-maintained ranch-style houses from the 1950s. The area is known for its affordability, attracting younger residents compared to nearby neighborhoods like Colonial Village. Nature and recreation are easily accessible, with Prairie View Park offering a playground and basketball courts, and the Matt Ross Community Center featuring a fitness center, sports courts, and an indoor pool. The private Milburn Country Club provides additional amenities such as a pool, golf course, and tennis courts. For shopping and dining, Maple Crest residents have convenient access to both big-name retailers and local businesses along Metcalf Avenue and West 75th Street. Downtown Overland Park, less than 2 miles away, hosts the Overland Park Farmers Market, which is undergoing a significant renovation to include a new enclosed pavilion for year-round events. The area also boasts popular dining spots like Strang Hall, Dragon Inn, and Lulu's Thai Noodle Shop. The Overland Park Fall Festival is a notable event featuring vendor booths, food trucks, live music, and kids' activities. Commuting is straightforward with Interstate 35 nearby, leading to downtown Kansas City, 10 miles away, and several RideKC bus stops along Metcalf Avenue. Educational opportunities are strong, with highly rated schools such as Santa Fe Trail Elementary, Hocker Grove Middle School, and Shawnee Mission North serving the neighborhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Maple Crest a good place to live?
Maple Crest is a good place to live. Maple Crest is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Maple Crest has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.5 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $99,744 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 28.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Maple Crest are home owners, with 28.1% of residents renting and 71.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Maple Crest can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Maple Crest neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Maple Crest?
The median home price in Maple Crest is $325,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $65,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,600 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $69K a year to afford the median home price in Maple Crest. The average household income in Maple Crest is $100K.
What are the best public schools in Maple Crest?
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Home Trends in Maple Crest, KS
On average, homes in Maple Crest, Overland Park sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Maple Crest, Overland Park over the last 12 months is $347,500, up 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$347,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$335,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$249
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$325,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
26%