The Chouteau Estates neighborhood within North Kansas City embraces the Missouri River's scenery and the Buckeye Greenway's lush greenery while offering suburban comfort close to downtown Kansas City. While the community maintains the rugged terrain, quiet residential streets, and limited retail offerings of a much smaller town, it is less than 10 miles from the urban hub across the river. Chouteau Estates’ ideal location, combined with its accessibly priced housing options, well-rated schools, and an array of outdoor recreation, makes it one of the most advantageous neighborhoods on the northern side of the Missouri River. “It is a great entry point and starter neighborhood for North Kansas City, with great schools and access to freeways and transportation, and very close to downtown," says Pat Grace with Realtor United Real Estate, who is an expert on the North Kansas City region.
Downtown Kansas City is only a few minutes drive over the river form Chouteau Estates.
Chouteau Estates has several home type for residents to choose from.
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Raised homes on hillside streets
The residential streets of Chouteau Estates are built along hilly terrain, and the home styles reflect the sloping streets. Ranch-style houses are the most popular, but raised ranches, split levels, and bilevel properties are also common. These styles allow homes to be raised above their garages and driveways to accommodate the downhill terrain. The sloping riverside hills make it difficult to build sidewalks, but residents can still enjoy large front lawns, backyards with patios and ample oak tree cover. Homes in the neighborhood range between $200,000 to $300,000, an overall lower price point than similar homes in the Kansas City metro.
Chouteau Estates streetscapes are marked by vast front lawns.
Chouteau Estates located along the banks of the Missouri River.
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Chouteau Elementary School is a local school attended by most children in Chouteau Estates.
Missouri’s first AVID School
Families in Choteau Estates can send their children to the highly-rated North Kansas City School District, which earns an overall A on Niche. Local schools like Chouteau Elementary School, Eastgate and Northgate Middle School and Winnetonka High School all score a B on Niche. Winnetonka High School is the first AVID National Demonstration High School in Missouri and provides all students with courses in study skills and college readiness. The community is less than 14 miles away from the University of Missouri Kansas City campus for students who want to attend college close to home.
The beauty of the Buckeye Greenway
The 72-acre Buckeye Greenway straddles the western edge of this neighborhood along Armour Road and the Chouteau Trafficway, just above the Missouri River. This green belt includes a picturesque wooden bridge and a 1.7-mile loop trail that takes hikers through overgrowth, branching paths, and muddy, lush terrain. On the other side of the trafficway along Parvin Road is the Chouteau Greenway Park, which includes a monument to Francois Chouteau, the founder of Kansas City, as well as the area’s Native American residents. On the other side of the neighborhood, the Searcy Creek Parkway is a major transportation route at Chouteau Estates’ eastern edge that is surrounded with greenery and provides views of the river.
The Buckeye Greenway straddles the western edge of Chouteau Estates.
Chouteau Estates natural serenity can be observed at the Chaumiere Woods Park.
Just across Parvin Road from this greenway is the Chouteau Greenway Park.
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Chouteau Estates offer it's residents comfort and natural charm close to Downtown Kansas City.
Small-town feel, K.C. access
The abundant greenery on the north bank of the Missouri River might give homebuyers the impression that Chouteau Estates is far from the hustle and bustle of the urban center. In reality, the area is only about 8 miles from downtown Kansas City. “It has a small-town feel, but you’re right next to downtown. So you have the best of both worlds, you have access to the city but in a smaller neighborhood,” says Wes Graves, a Realtor for Re/Max Elite and North Kansas City native. Interstate 35 and major thoroughfares like Chouteau Trafficway and Armour Road allow for convenient, quick travel into the rest of the city or surrounding areas. Ride KC public transit also serves the neighborhood, and most nearby bus stops are located on Chouteau Trafficway.
Errands at Chouteau Estates
Chouteau Estates is mostly residential, but locals can travel a few miles to surrounding areas for shopping conveniences. The nearby Chouteau Crossings Shopping Center on Northeast Chouteau Trafficway includes a Sun Fresh Market for groceries and a Target. The shopping center also has several chain restaurants and a local Chinese spot, Ming Garden, with classic Chinese dishes like spring rolls, fried crab Rangoon, and General Tso’s chicken.
Chouteau Estates is located just 1.5 miles from the Chouteau Crossings Shopping Center.
Chouteau Estates is home to the North Kansas City Hospital Health Services Pavilion.
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Parks in this Area
Chaumiere Woods Park
Bike Trails
Lake
Trails
Waterworks Park
Disc Golf
Picnic Area
Trails
Winnwood Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Trails
Cooley Park
Baseball/Softball
Soccer
Trails
Hidden Valley Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Soccer
Chouteau Greenway Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Trails
Chouteau Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Kansas City International
26 min drive
Bus
On Chouteau & Riverboat Dr Nb
Bus
On Chouteau & 33rd St Nb
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Chouteau Estates
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Chouteau Estates, Kansas City sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Chouteau Estates, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $221,028, up 9% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This 65989 sq. ft. parcel (1.514 ac) has a ton of potential. Build your dream home on the hill overlooking the city and still have your privacy. Easy access to major roads and highways. Wildlife in abundance. The land stretches from Denver Avenue West to N. Brighton Avenue and currently has a N. Brighton address. Please review the plat. Buyer is responsible for verifying all
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,982
Median Age
38
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$56,933
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,553
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.4%
College Graduates
22.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.2%
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®
10/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
12/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
18/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
