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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Walmer a good place to live?
Walmer is a good place to live. Walmer is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Walmer is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Walmer has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.0 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $131,867 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 66.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Walmer are home owners, with 8% of residents renting and 92% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Walmer can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Walmer neighborhood guide.
Is Walmer, KS a safe neighborhood?
Walmer, KS is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Walmer?
The median home price in Walmer is $564,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $113,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.66%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,900 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $124K a year to afford the median home price in Walmer. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Walmer is $132K.
What are the best public schools in Walmer?
The best public schools that serve Walmer are:
- Santa Fe Trail Elementary School has an A- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 12:1.
- Shawnee Mission North High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Hocker Grove Middle School has a B Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 13:1.
What are the best private schools in Walmer?
The best private schools that serve Walmer are:
- Overland Christian Schools has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 9:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- John Paul II Catholic School has a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- St. Ann Catholic School has a student teacher ratio of 14:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Walmer, Overland Park, KS?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Walmer, Overland Park, KS?
The most popular neighborhoods near Walmer, Overland Park, KS are Colonial Village, Downtown Overland Park, Elmhurst, Argentine and Turner.
Are home prices dropping in Walmer?
Yes, home prices in Walmer are down 9% in the last 12 months.