Suburban Neighborhood in Kansas City, Missouri
Jackson County 64110, 64130
Blue Hills is a diverse residential neighborhood two miles northeast of the University of Missouri-Kansas City Volker campus and two miles east of the Country Club Plaza, which lies across from the neighborhood on the other side of Brush Creek.
U.S. Route 71 marks the neighborhood's eastern border, making it a very convenient location. Residents can quickly get anywhere within the metro area by taking U.S. 71 to Interstate 435, which connects to Interstate 70 and 35. Driving is one of many ways to get around, though. The KCRide bus offers numerous stops along Prospect and The Paseo.
Residents are two miles east of the Country Club Plaza, which features dozens of shops and restaurants, including a Jack Stack Barbecue location. Locals also enjoy spots like J's Fish and Chicken Market, Reggae Kitchen and Tiki Taco on Troost Avenue. Sweet tooths are fine in Blue Hills. Locals can choose from High Hopes Ice Cream, the Black Hole Bakery and the Littlest Bake Shop, which specializes in gluten-free and vegan baked goods. Groceries are nearby at Woodland Plaza Mart at East 50th Street and Woodland Avenue and at Aldi two miles away at Troost Avenue and Meyer Boulevard. Local shops include Willa's Books & Vinyl and Electric Iron Tattoo.
Loyola Park is one mile to the west, right off the Paseo next to Rockhurst University. Residents can swim in the summer and enjoy indoor programs and activities at the Mary Williams-Neal Community Center. In extreme weather, locals can come to the center to escape the blistering heat and frigid cold.
Around 85% of Blue Hills is residential, and over half its residents are homeowners. Proximity to the university, shopping and U.S. 71 make this a convenient location for many. Most of the homes were built between the 1910s and 1920s. "The neighborhood is pretty diverse in terms of college students and families, and it's close to the city," says Mackaylee Beach, a Realtor with USREEB Realty Pros LLC. Beach has been selling homes in the area for five years. The area has been a popular spot for renovating and selling homes. "Homes in that neighborhood that sold for $100,000 are now selling for $250,000," Beach says. Prices range from $100,000 to $150,000 for small bungalows and modest ranch styles. Larger, renovated Craftsman-style Tudor and Dutch Colonials sell in the high $100,000s to low $200,000s. The median price is $127,000. Homes here sell in 3 days, compared to the U.S. average of 42 days. Many homes have a concrete walkway from the sidewalk to the front door with a covered front porch. Most have small front yards, but many don't have driveways. Residents can join the Blue Hills Neighborhood Association for $15 to $20 a year, which can help them find resources to make affordable home improvements.
M.L. King, Jr. Elementary School, which receives a C-minus grade from Niche. They can also attend the C-rated Paseo Academy of Fine and Performing Arts and Central High School, which gets a C-minus grade. Community partners and artists-in-residence create real-world learning opportunities for budding performing artists. Private high school options include St. Teresa’s Academy one mile away, which Niche gives an A-plus and ranks the fourth-best all-girls high school in Missouri. The University of Missouri-Kansas City's Volker campus and Rockhurst University are within blocks of the neighborhood.
Every September, the Brush Creek Art Walk comes to town. In 2024, the event will celebrate its 13th anniversary. The event starts at the Country Club Plaza and ends at the Mary Williams-Neal Community Center in Blue Hills with an evening outdoor painting session and competition.
The neighborhood has a slightly higher overall crime score than the U.S. average. Although the overall CAP Index crime score is 5, compared to the U.S. average of 4, violent crime scores for the neighborhood are well above the national average. In addition, some areas such as around Brush Creek and along The Paseo and Brookland Avenue are more prone to flooding.
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Doug Shafer
Next Door Real Estate
(816) 542-2449
114 Total Sales
2 in Blue Hills
$195K - $263K Price Range
Denise Cunningham
Keller Williams Realty Partner
(913) 386-6724
178 Total Sales
2 in Blue Hills
$155K - $156K Price Range
Haley Epps
Compass Realty Group
(913) 359-9516
288 Total Sales
2 in Blue Hills
$70K - $110K Price Range
Dina Blackmore
Platinum Realty LLC
(816) 430-2957
77 Total Sales
2 in Blue Hills
$16K - $46K Price Range
Micah Roos
Keller Williams Realty Partner
(913) 795-7550
78 Total Sales
2 in Blue Hills
$92K - $125K Price Range
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Tia Martin
Everything Real Estate
(833) 569-4006
67 Total Sales
4 in Blue Hills
$17K - $110K Price Range
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| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Blue Hills | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Blue Hills, Kansas City sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Blue Hills, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $155,407, up 11% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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