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Rosedale

Rosedale

Suburban Neighborhood in Kansas City, Kansas

Wyandotte County 66103

$233,315 Average Value
$192 Average Price per Sq Ft
19 Homes For Sale

Teamwork and commitment to a healthier lifestyle drive KCK community

Rosedale residents don’t just talk about change. Devoted community leaders and residents in this Kansas City, Kansas community make things happen. Engaged community organizations and residents have worked closely with government officials to map out Rosedale’s future through a rigorous master planning process. A top goal is to make Rosedale a healthier, more walkable place to live. Another key partner in this ongoing process is the University of Kansas Hospital and Medical Center (KU Med), many of whose nearly 10,000 employees and students live here. While this collection of neighborhoods is just 3 miles away from downtown Kansas City, Missouri, Rosedale has its own distinctive vibe.

Rosedale residences have an abundance of outdoor spaces spanning across its rolling hills.
Rosedale residences have an abundance of outdoor spaces spanning across its rolling hills.

Master plan goals for a more walkable community becoming a reality

Thanks to the collaborative master plan process, Rosedale is becoming a more walkable community. Recent improvements on 47th Avenue and upcoming improvements on Rainbow Boulevard make these thoroughfares friendlier to pedestrians, cyclists and public transportation. Rosedale is flanked by Interstate 35, giving drivers easy access to downtown Kansas City, Missouri, Overland Park, Kansas and beyond. U.S. Route 169 and State Line Road are popular north and south travel thoroughfares. Several RideKC bus stops are nearby on main thoroughfares such as Rainbow Boulevard.

Joe’s Kansas City and Prospero’s Book Store have longstanding, loyal followings

Some retail outlets have achieved an almost cult-like status. For generations, Kansas Citians have bought their concert tickets and vinyl from Capers Corner Record Store way before records were called “vinyl.” Prospero’s has been selling books in the neighborhood since 1997. Joe’s Kansas City, the iconic BBQ joint located in a refurbished 1950s-era gas station, is usually packed. “Rosedale has fantastic food. The original Joe’s Kansas City is so good. Tacos el Matador is this tiny little hole in the wall that’s really, really good. The Vietnam Cafe is amazing,” Stryka says. Grocery shopping is available 2 miles away at Walmart Westwood Market in Mission and Sun Fresh Market in Westport.

Joe's Barbeque restaurant is often regarded as the best barbeque in Kansas City.
Joe's Barbeque restaurant is often regarded as the best barbeque in Kansas City.
Prospero's Books on 39th St. has three floors of books you can browse through.
Prospero's Books on 39th St. has three floors of books you can browse through.
Prospero's Books was founded in 1997 and has a great selection of used books.
Prospero's Books was founded in 1997 and has a great selection of used books.
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Fisher Park is a great place to go for a hike after a long day at the office.
Fisher Park is a great place to go for a hike after a long day at the office.

Extensive Rozark Trail System and sprawling Rosedale Park invite outdoor activity

Hundreds of volunteers built and maintain Rosedale’s 5-mile Rozark Trail System, another byproduct of the Rosedale master plan. The trails connect to Fisher Park and Mount Marty Park. Some people use the trails to walk to school or work. The area’s largest park is Rosedale Park, which covers 55 acres and includes disc golf courses, baseball diamonds, tennis courts, a soccer field and a skate park. “Rosedale Park has a very engaged disc golf community. People just love it,” Stryka says.

Housing ranges from historic homes to new construction

“Leaving the hospital to the side, it’s kind of just chill. It’s not bougie. It’s not trying to be something it’s not. It’s just normal people with decent-sized housing that’s reasonably priced. The location is very good to get around,” Paul Galbrecht says. Galbrecht is a Realtor with KW who’s been selling homes in the area for five years. “The entire area is a mixture. There’s some light industry, it’s got KU Med and residential real estate. But it still has a neighborhood feel. You can still walk to restaurants,” he says. Around 70% of Rosedale rent their homes. Residential property ranges from historic homes to new construction. Styles include Craftsman, bungalows, ranch-styles and condos. Most smaller homes feature covered front porches and narrow driveways, but sidewalks are rare. Rosedale encompasses several unique neighborhoods. Hanover Heights features stately homes and a historic preservation designation. Hilltop is a historically Black neighborhood with single-family and multi-family homes. Next door, Mission Cliff is where most of Rosedale’s new construction can be found. Most homes sell for between $175,000 and $300,000.

Rosedale has several large family homes with nice curb appeal.
Rosedale has several large family homes with nice curb appeal.
There are several craftsman style homes with covered porches in Rosedale.
There are several craftsman style homes with covered porches in Rosedale.
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Hawks are the J C Harmon High School team mascot.
Hawks are the J C Harmon High School team mascot.

J.C. Harmon students can earn enough college credits to earn an associate degree by the time they gr

Children can attend Thomas A. Edison Elementary School or Frank Rushton Elementary School before moving on to Rosedale Middle School. All of these schools receive a C-minus grade from Niche. High schoolers can attend C-rated J.C. Harmon High School, where they can take free classes at the Kansas City Kansas Community College. Some students earn an associate degree by the time they graduate.

Relax and enjoy the view at the overlook in Mount Marty Park.
Relax and enjoy the view at the overlook in Mount Marty Park.

ArchFest honors Rosedale residents who served in WWI

In September 2024, Rosedale will rededicate the Rosedale Arch at Mount Marty Park. This inaugural event, called ArchFest, will pay tribute to Rosedale residents who served in WWI. In December, Rosedale residents celebrate the holiday season in nocturnal splendor in December with the Luminary Hike at Fisher Park, where friends and families hike through the illuminated portion of the park.

I-35 boarded the southern edge of the Rosedale neighborhood.
I-35 boarded the southern edge of the Rosedale neighborhood.

Southwest Boulevard hasn’t flooded since flood control project completed in 2022

Thanks to a massive, multi-decade regional flood control project completed in 2022, Southwest Boulevard is no longer in a flood plain. As a result, residents can expect reduced homeowner insurance premiums in the second half of 2024.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Kansas City International

34 min drive

Bus

On W 47th & S 9th Street Westbound

Bus

On Rainbow & 45th Northbound

Bus

On Rainbow & 39th Northbound Nearside

Bus

On 43rd & Booth Westbound

Bus

On Mission & 45th Ave Southbound

Bus

On Rainbow & Olathe Blvd Northbound

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On Rainbow & 3948 Rainbow Sb

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Rosedale US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$225,500
Median Single Family Price
$238,000
Median Townhouse Price
$215,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$192,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$192
Number of Homes for Sale
19
Last 12 months Home Sales
82
Months of Supply
2.80
Median List Price
$240,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,254
Median Year Built
1940
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,130
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,549
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,293
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
929
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356

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    3877 Thompson St, Kansas City, KS 66103

    $289,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 1,462 Sq Ft
    • 3877 Thompson St
    • New 7 days ago

    Rare opportunity available for you to move right in!! This well-maintained, updated townhouse features 2 large bedrooms, each with their own full bathroom, 2 large closets in each and laundry conveniently located on the bedroom level. The main living area is on the 2nd floor with wood floors throughout, a bathroom off the kitchen, spacious family room and dining room area. The kitchen includes

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
9,652
Median Age
35
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.6%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$56,940
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,544

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.4%
College Graduates
38%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.2%
% Population in Labor Force
75.8%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
24''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

43 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

15 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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