$174,804Average Value$118Average Price per Sq Ft3Homes For Sale
Mid-century-era suburb appeals to families and first-time buyers
Coachlight Square is a mid-century-era south Kansas City neighborhood just two blocks deep that runs from Interstate 435 to the Blue Ridge Cutoff.
“This is a normal suburb close to downtown and Raytown,” Berry says. Coachlight Square is a quiet neighborhood whose overall CAP Index Crime score is 4 out of 10, the same as the U.S. average.
Housing prices in the $200,000s and below make it an attractive choice for first-time buyers who value easy access to highways that can take them anywhere in the metro area.
“It’s a good price point for many buyers. First-time homebuyers can find a small place they can afford, and more established buyers can find more space,” DeCarla Normore, a Realtor with NaLa Management and Realty, says.
Whimsical bungalows sit shrouded in greenery in the Coachlight Square neighborhood.
Coachlight Square is filled with modest comfortable homes & is convenient to urban centers.
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Instant access to Interstate 435 makes for a simple commute
With Interstate 435 as its western border, commuters can get on the road immediately to anywhere they want to go in the metro area.
“It’s a convenient location downtown that’s also a short drive to corporate Overland Park,” Justin Berry, Realtor with Plains Paris Team, says.
Although Coachlight Square is fairly car-dependent, RideKC bus stops are available nearby.
Coachlight Square is surrounded by parks, shopping, and in close proximity to highways.
Coachlight Square offers many bus stops along Blue Ridge Cutoff.
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Peachtree Cafeteria and Charlie D’s Chicken and Seafood East specialize in local flavors
Coachlight Square’s location between midtown Kansas City and Raytown makes it an excellent spot for those who enjoy shopping, dining out and nightlife.
“It’s centered between all the best of mom-and-pop restaurants in Raytown and the higher-end outlets in Brookside, the Plaza and Westport,” Berry says.
Neighborhood dining options include Peachtree Cafeteria, which serves soul food favorites like Salisbury steak, fried catfish, chicken, and macaroni and cheese. Other nearby restaurants include California Charbroiled Burgers and Charlie D’s Chicken and Seafood East, which offer popular fried fish and chicken buffets. Within 2 miles, residents can find groceries and other household items at Price Chopper and Dollar General.
Locals head to Breakfast & Lunch Lovers' in Raytown, a short drive from Coachlight Square.
With southern specialties, Peachtree Cafeteria is a hot spot near Coachlight Square.
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Palmer Park features open space for walking and biking near woods
Residents can walk to Palmer Park for open green space with biking and walking trails that wind through densely packed trees, leading to open pastures.
While there are not paths at Palmer Park, you can just wander through the trees.
Enjoy a bike ride on a paved or unpaved trail at Swope Park.
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Lot sizes are bigger than what’s found in newer neighborhoods
Houses built in this era had larger lots, which are hard to come by now.
“It’s very mid-century with houses built in the 50s and 60s. The houses are oversized for the era,” Berry says.
Housing styles include ranch-style, raised ranch-style and split levels. Prices range from $120,000 to $260,000, which is lower than many other K.C.-area neighborhoods.
Coachlight Square is an affordable place to live, close to parks and shopping areas.
Raised ranches with basements and welcoming front facades are common in Coachlight Square.
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Raytown High School grad competed in gymnastics at the 2024 Paris Olympics
“It’s Raytown schools, so many people really like that,” Berry says. The Raytown C-II School District earns a C-plus overall rating from Niche.
Children in the neighborhood can attend Eastwood Hills Elementary and Raytown Central Middle School. Both receive a C grade from Niche. Students can then move to B-rated Raytown High School, the alma mater of Lynnzee Brown, who competed as a gymnast in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Eastwood Hills Elementary mascot celebrates their school spirit.
Raytown South High School was established in 1961.
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Nearby Swope Park hosts events throughout the year, including GloWild Lantern Festival
Swope Park, including the Starlight Theater, the Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium and the Swope Park Memorial Golf Course, is within 5 miles of Coachlight Square. The zoo hosts colorful events throughout the year, including the GloWild Lantern Festival and the Winter Magic Drive-Thru Christmas Lights Experience.
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Parks in this Area
Swope Park
Bike Trails
Golf
Soccer
Palmer Park
Trails
Hiking
Sara Colman Livengood Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Blue Banks Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Skiles Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Big Blue Battlefield Park
Trails
Hiking
Raytown Greenspace
Trails
Events
Parking Lot
Transit
Airport
Kansas City International
42 min drive
Bus
On Blue Ridge Cut Off & 57th Southbound
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Coachlight Square
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Coachlight Square, Kansas City sell after 95 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Coachlight Square, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $136,483, down 25% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This spacious 12,483 sq ft lot offers the perfect opportunity to build your dream home in a prime Kansas City location. Zoned for residential use, the property provides ample space for a single-family residence, with easy access to local amenities, schools, and transportation. Don’t miss out on this great investment in a growing community!
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
403
Median Age
38
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,999
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,016
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.7%
College Graduates
14.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.7%
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®
11/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
24/ 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.
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.
