Blue Hills Homes for Rent

Blue Hills, a diverse residential neighborhood in Kansas City, is conveniently located two miles northeast of the University of Missouri-Kansas City Volker campus and two miles east of the Country Club Plaza. The area is predominantly residential, with most homes dating back to the 1910s and 1920s. Home styles include small bungalows, modest ranches, and larger renovated Craftsman-style Tudors and Dutch Colonials. The neighborhood is popular for home renovations, with prices ranging from $100,000 to $250,000. Blue Hills is well-connected, with U.S. Route 71 providing quick access to Interstate 435, 70, and 35, and the KCRide bus offering numerous stops. Residents enjoy proximity to shopping and dining at the Country Club Plaza, including Jack Stack Barbecue, and local eateries like J's Fish and Chicken Market, Reggae Kitchen, and Tiki Taco. Sweet treats are available at High Hopes Ice Cream, Black Hole Bakery, and the Littlest Bake Shop. Groceries can be found at Woodland Plaza Mart and Aldi. Parks such as Blue Hills Park, Martin Luther King, Jr. Square Park, and Loyola Park offer recreational activities, including tennis, basketball, swimming, and community programs. The neighborhood is served by M.L. King, Jr. Elementary School, Paseo Academy of Fine and Performing Arts, and Central High School, with the highly rated St. Teresa’s Academy nearby. Blue Hills hosts the annual Brush Creek Art Walk, celebrating its 13th anniversary in 2024. While some areas are more prone to flooding, Blue Hills remains a vibrant community with various amenities and features.