Leafy streets a short drive from Northland’s attractions
Residents of the suburban neighborhood of Glenhaven in Kansas City’s Northland region are just a few miles away from one of the largest amusement parks in the Midwest, praise-worthy food trucks and a park filled with whimsical animal sculptures. Located just off Interstate 35, the neighborhood’s connections to local highways also mean that the business and cultural hub of downtown Kansas City is a short drive away. “In Kansas City North, I think it’s ideal because it lies right between Kansas City, the airport, and the big highways, and we have three top education systems in the area. That really encompasses our area,” says Dan Vick, the owner of Dan Vick Team through Re/Max and a lifelong Kansas City resident.
The statues at Penguin Park are interactive and there are slides in some of them.
Worlds of Fun is just 5 minutes from the Glenhaven neighborhood.
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Glenhaven homes of all styles sell fast
Glenhaven’s tree-shaded streets are primarily lined with ranch-style homes and split levels, with the occasional Colonial Revival property. Many of these houses were built between the 1950s and 1980s, but some new constructions built after 2015 have begun to come on the market. These new properties are usually located in designed subdivisions like Carriage Hills Estates or Brighton Woods. Glenhaven’s homes have a median price of $250,000, nearly in line with the Kansas City average of $245,000. There is a low inventory of homes available, so future buyers will want to act fast. “We have a tremendous shortage of inventory. Our inventory is down 23% from this time last year, so the good houses are getting snapped up,” Vick says.
There are the occasional Colonial Revival style homes in this area as well.
Some homes have small porches and fenced yards in the Glenhaven neighborhood.
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AVID college prep at Winnetonka High
Glenhaven is zoned within the North Kansas City Schools district. Lakewood Elementary School is located along the Lakewood Greenway and scores a B on Niche. Maple Park Middle School has a B-minus score on Niche, while Winnetonka High School has a B score. Winnetonka High is the only AVID National Demonstration School in Missouri, meaning the school provides programs that help students with study skills and general college readiness. Northwest Missouri State University – Kansas City is a nearby higher education option that is 5 miles away.
Lakewood Elementary School welcomes new and returning students every year.
Maple Park Middle School is located on the west side of Maple Park Neighborhood.
Winnetonka High School prepares each student for future college and careers.
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Play next to the sculpted animals of Penguin Park
Lakewood Greenway makes up the western half of the neighborhood along Vivion Road and is a favorite place for locals to stroll around a small lake populated with geese or hike along winding grassy trails. On the northernmost side of Lakewood, residents can find one of North Kansas City’s most whimsical green spaces – Penguin Park. This area is filled with large statues of elephants, giraffes, kangaroos, and, of course, penguins. These statues surround play areas, gardens and walking paths for residents of all ages to enjoy.
Worlds of Fun is just about five miles away off Interstate 435, and its attractions include a waterpark and an Epcot-style cultural experience. Taking its original inspiration from “Around the World in Eighty Days,” the park is divided into multiple “continents” and “regions” filled with rollercoasters and water slides.
At Lakewood Greenway many residents fish in the small lake.
The statues at Penguin Park are interactive and there are slides in some of them.
There are trails that run through the Lakewood Greenway at the southwest corner of Glenhaven.
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Fresh-made tacos from the Taqueria Ibarra truck
While most of Glenhaven is residential, there are a few local businesses nearby. Taqueria Ibarra, a wildly popular local food truck, makes all its food fresh to order in an authentic Mexican style, and offers large portion sizes of chicken and carne asada tacos, fresh yellow rice, and fresh tortillas. Glenhaven is also close to Stroud’s Oak Ridge Manor on Northeast Oak Ridge Drive, a local chain specializing in fried chicken.
Glenhaven's Foxwood Shopping Center on Northeast Vivion Road has some necessities like a pharmacy and a post office. The Antioch Crossing shopping mall on Northeast Antioch Road and Chouteau Crossing Shopping Center on North Chouteau Trafficway offer a more comprehensive array of shops, including a Walmart Neighborhood Market at Antioch Crossing and a Target at Chouteau Crossing.
Taqueria Ibarra makes all of its food fresh to order and is on the east side of Glenhaven.
Ma & Pa's Kettle Restaurant is a family establishment, highly rated and open all day.
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I-35 is a direct route to downtown KC
Glenhaven’s location along nearby highways like Highway 69 and Interstate 35 offers quick access to the city on the other side of the Missouri River. Downtown Kansas City is just a 10-mile drive to the south along I-35, connecting the suburbs of North Kansas City to the urban heart of the metro. Ride KC also serves the North Kansas City region, and there are some bus stops along Northeast Vivion Road. Glenhaven is also 5 miles away from North Kansas City Hospital, one of the best medical care facilities on the northern side of the river.
Glenhaven is nestled between Highway 69 and Interstate 35 in Kansas City’s Northland.
Glenhaven’s suburbs provides a relaxed feel to escape your busy day.
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Parks in this Area
Penguin Park
Playground
Parking Lot
Multi-Purpose Field
Winnwood Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Trails
Chouteau Greenway Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Trails
Big Shoal Greenway Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Trails
Chouteau Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Kansas City International
24 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Glenhaven
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Glenhaven, Kansas City sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Glenhaven, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $231,507, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,182
Median Age
38
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$53,669
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$57,378
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.8%
College Graduates
13.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.4%
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®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
43/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
11/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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