Valentine Homes for Rent

Valentine, a neighborhood in Kansas City, features tight city streets lined with old-growth trees and well-maintained sidewalks. The area is known for its Kansas City shirtwaist homes, a blend of American Foursquare and Craftsman styles, characterized by elegant front porches and manicured lots. Valentine is close to significant green spaces like the 176-acre Penn Valley Park, which offers panoramic views of downtown, a skate park, tennis courts, and an off-leash dog park. Roanoke Park, with its rope playground and limestone outcroppings, and the Westport-Roanoke Community Center, offering various indoor and outdoor activities, are also nearby. Local highlights include Browne’s Irish Marketplace, a hub for imported Irish goods, and a vibrant restaurant scene along Broadway, featuring spots like Hamburger Mary’s and Q39. The neighborhood hosts Kansas City’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, attracting around 300,000 visitors annually. The historic Uptown Theater continues to draw crowds with its concerts and plays. Valentine is conveniently located near major thoroughfares, providing easy access to downtown, Westport, and the University of Kansas Medical Center, just a mile away. Public transportation is available, though service can be inconsistent. Union Station, about a mile away, offers Amtrak service, and Kansas City’s international airport is 21 miles away. The neighborhood has a strong association and is undergoing changes, including recent land developments by the Kansas City Life Insurance Company.