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Fairwood & Robandee

Fairwood & Robandee

Suburban Neighborhood in Kansas City, Missouri

Jackson County 64138

$167,933 Average Value
$126 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

Single-family living in south Kansas City

Situated in south Kansas City, Fairwood and Robandee offers a more affordable alternative to many of the metro’s suburbs. Here, residents live in single-family homes arranged on a grid-like pattern, and come together at the community park, the renovated local library and the diverse houses of worship that populate the area. Though commercial options are limited, the locally owned restaurants and shops that are present are well-attended and loved by the community.

Fairwood & Robandee neighborhood is filled with beautiful brick signage.
Fairwood & Robandee neighborhood is filled with beautiful brick signage.
The Fairwood & Robandee residential homes are close to many schools and churches in the area.
The Fairwood & Robandee residential homes are close to many schools and churches in the area.
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Prices below the Kansas City median

Affordability is a primary draw to the neighborhood, as homes are generally priced below the Kansas City median. According to Realtor Dani Thompson, “You can get a whole lot of house for not a lot of money.” Thompson works with SBD Housing Solutions and has sold in the neighborhood. Investment properties typically start around $125,000, while new or fully renovated construction sells up to $240,000. With most homes built in the 1950s and 60s, ranch-style homes and split-levels are common, seldom accompanying more than three bedrooms. Many employ brick features and vinyl siding, and some ranches are raised with a garage tucked underneath. The neighborhood has a cluster of townhomes near James A. Reed Park, with two-bedroom units falling between $100,000 and $125,000.

Bright well maintained homes fill the Fairwood & Robandee neighborhood.
Bright well maintained homes fill the Fairwood & Robandee neighborhood.
Raised Ranches are found in the Fairwood & Robandee 
neighborhood.
Raised Ranches are found in the Fairwood & Robandee neighborhood.
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A space for community at the Blue Ridge Branch Library

James A. Reed Park within the neighborhood has a popular walking path surrounding a playground and open green space. Locals meet for birthday parties at the park’s picnic tables and study the large signs showing the alphabet in American Sign Language. The Blue Ridge Branch of the Mid-Continent Public Library system is also a vital third space for residents; a renovation in late 2021 introduced meeting spaces open to community groups. “We’re a busy library, we’re a happy library,” says Dylan Little, Blue Ridge's branch manager. “People come in all the time, they take a few steps in and notice the difference the renovation has made. It’s great having a chance to create space for outside organizations.” The expansion included more seating for people to read or use the technology on site. Locals also take advantage of the library’s diverse programming, which includes weekly story times, local history talks, classes for English learners and book clubs that have met for years. “It’s neat to see the things that strike a chord with the community.”

Residents enjoy playing with their kids at James A. Reed Park.
Residents enjoy playing with their kids at James A. Reed Park.
Enjoy a book or study at the Blue Ridge Branch Library.
Enjoy a book or study at the Blue Ridge Branch Library.
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A hub for Mediterranean dining

Many local storefronts have closed, though there are a handful of small businesses in the strip mall just south of Bannister Road. Nur Imports stocks jewelry, African clothing and skincare products, and Halal Market is where locals buy hot lunches, Middle Eastern groceries and meat adhering to Islamic dietary standards. Next door, Olive Café also has a halal market and bakery, and Mediterranean Grill is known for its kunafa desserts. Fast food chains and a few other shops line Blue Ridge Boulevard, including a Save A Lot grocery store and a Walgreens.

At Olive Cafe residents can grab groceries or order from the menu of Middle Eastern foods.
At Olive Cafe residents can grab groceries or order from the menu of Middle Eastern foods.
Nur Imports is full of clothes, teas, jewelry & more located in the Sutter Landing Shops.
Nur Imports is full of clothes, teas, jewelry & more located in the Sutter Landing Shops.
Fairwood & Robandee has its own Walgreens on Blue Ridge Boulavard.
Fairwood & Robandee has its own Walgreens on Blue Ridge Boulavard.
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Houses of worship host local events

During Ramadan, local halal markets like Olive Café contribute to community iftars — breakings of the fast — at the Islamic Society of Greater Kansas City. The gatherings feed hundreds of locals throughout the holiday. The neighborhood also hosts several other houses of worship, including St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, which puts on an Easter egg hunt and Halloween Trunk or Treat open to all members of the community.

The Islamic Society of Greater Kansas City has a mosque and a school in Fairwood & Robandee.
The Islamic Society of Greater Kansas City has a mosque and a school in Fairwood & Robandee.
Many Fairwood & Robandee residents appreciate stores that carry halal foods and products.
Many Fairwood & Robandee residents appreciate stores that carry halal foods and products.
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Kids attend Hickman Mills schools

Children are zoned for the Hickman Mills C-1 School District and start at Dobbs Elementary within the neighborhood, which has a C-minus from Niche. Hickman Mills Middle is separated into a 6th and 7th grade center on Old Santa Fe Road, and an 8th grade center farther south on Bennington Avenue. Teens graduate from C-rated Ruskin High, which offers several themed learning communities for a more intimate educational experience. Students can also attend the Islamic School of Greater Kansas City.

Dobbs Elementary School finds its home in Fairwood & Robandee neighborhood.
Dobbs Elementary School finds its home in Fairwood & Robandee neighborhood.
Hickman Mills Middle School is the Home of the Eagles.
Hickman Mills Middle School is the Home of the Eagles.
Ruskin High School is located at 7000 E 111th Street in Kansas City, MO.
Ruskin High School is located at 7000 E 111th Street in Kansas City, MO.
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Well connected through a network of highways

Commuters can easily access a nearby network of highways, which include Interstates 435 and 470 and Highway 71. Downtown Kansas City is 13 miles away. Ride KC buses run along Blue Ridge Boulevard, and the MAX express bus picks up at Bannister and Blue Ridge Boulevard.

Jump on the Ride KC Bus to just about anywhere you need to go in Fairwood & Robandee.
Jump on the Ride KC Bus to just about anywhere you need to go in Fairwood & Robandee.
The bus depot on Blue Ridge Boulevard is covered and perfect for keeping out of the elements.
The bus depot on Blue Ridge Boulevard is covered and perfect for keeping out of the elements.
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Assessing crime and flood risks

Fairwood and Robandee has an overall crime score of 4 out of 10 on the CAP Index, on par with the national average. Violent crimes score slightly higher, coming in at 5 out of 10. Parts of the southeast portion of the neighborhood have a moderate flood risk, according to Risk Factor.

Situated in south Kansas City, Fairwood & Robandee is an affordable suburb close to downtown.
Situated in south Kansas City, Fairwood & Robandee is an affordable suburb close to downtown.
Well positioned for commuting, Fairwood & Robandee offers community resources and affordability.
Well positioned for commuting, Fairwood & Robandee offers community resources and affordability.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Kansas City International

47 min drive

Bus

On Blue Ridge Blvd & 88th Northbound

Bus

On Blue Ridge Blvd & Eastern Northbound

Bus

On Blue Ridge Blvd & Loma Vista Northbound

Bus

On Blue Ridge Blvd & Bannister Nb Fs

Bus

On Blue Ridge Blvd & Richmond Northbound

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Fairwood & Robandee US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$172,450
Median Single Family Price
$170,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$126
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
52
Months of Supply
2.10
Median List Price
$175,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,322
Median Year Built
1961
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,079
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,356
Median Age
38
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$39,043
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,540

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.6%
College Graduates
10.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.9%

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®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

30 / 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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