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Longview

Longview

Suburban Neighborhood in Kansas City, Missouri

Jackson County 64081, 64134, 64149

$527,850 Average Value
$190 Average Price per Sq Ft
12 Homes For Sale

Longview offers a strong community connection and a myriad of amenities

Longview, a suburb of Kansas City, is a tale of two neighborhoods combined into one. Longview's southside is mostly rural with vast farmland and dense forests while the east side of Longview Lake features single-family homes in proximity to restaurants, community parks and highly ranked schools. About 25 miles south of downtown Kansas City, Longview offers simple suburban living with loads of nifty amenities that make it one of the top communities in the city of Lee's Summit. "The developer of Longview kind of modeled it after an area of Kansas City called Brookside where there are alleyways that lead up to the garages, and it's more community-focused," says local Realtor Amy Robertson of ReeceNichols Real Estate, who has sold over 100 homes in and around Lee's Summit. "It's walkable, it's community-driven, it's very neighborhood-focused and it's very social."

Pergola Park offers stunning views of the lake

Longview locals enjoy a host of activities at the neighborhood's numerous nearby parks. For batting practice, athletes frequent Frank White Jr. Softball Complex, which also hosts the annual Christmas in the Park, while its neighboring Longview Community Center contains an indoor basketball court, swimming pool and fitness center. Locals can walk their canine companions and take in picturesque views of the water at Pergola Park, and during the year's warmer months, residents flock to Longview Lake Beach to sink their feet in the sand and play beach volleyball. Golfers book weekend tee times at Fred Arbanas Golf Course, which sits just west of the Bridlewood subdivision, and boaters can dock at Longview Lake Marina, which is stationed on the lake's west side. Robertson suggests catching a movie at B&B Theatres' Longview location on Fascination Drive, which features electric recliners, a "Grand Screen" and weekly game nights.

Pergola Park offers stunning views of the lake.
Pergola Park offers stunning views of the lake.
Athletes frequent Frank White Jr. Softball Complex for batting practice.
Athletes frequent Frank White Jr. Softball Complex for batting practice.
Fred Arbanas Golf Course borders Longview Lake.
Fred Arbanas Golf Course borders Longview Lake.
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Colonial Revival and Craftsman-style homes come in many shapes and colors

Homes east of Longview Lake come in an array of shapes, sizes and colors. Many single-family homes feature Colonial Revival architecture with Craftsman-style elements, though Prairie School architecture is also common. Homes under 2,000 square feet often price between $300,000 and $500,000 while larger properties with four or more bedrooms range from $600,000 to $800,000. Longview's housing market is less competitive than average with many homes taking five to six weeks to sell. However, properties closer to the lake tend to come off the market much quicker than those in the neighborhood's rural area to the south.

Longview features homes of all shapes and colors.
Longview features homes of all shapes and colors.
Colonial Revival and Craftsman-style homes are common in Longview.
Colonial Revival and Craftsman-style homes are common in Longview.
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Order in from Long-Bell Pizza Co. or gather essentials from Hy-Vee

Daily essentials can be found along Southwest 3rd Street, which features a CVS and chain eateries for on-the-go meals. Residents also frequent nearby locally-owned restaurants. Long-Bell Pizza Co. is revered for its specialty pies and craft beers while many stop by Gusto Coffee Bistro for a breakfast sandwich and an espresso for their morning commute. To make a home-cooked meal, locals often pick up fresh meats and produce from the nearby Hy-Vee stationed 3 miles east at Cedar Creek Mall.

Longview Elementary School serves students from kindergarten through Grade 6 in Longview.
Longview Elementary School serves students from kindergarten through Grade 6 in Longview.

Students can walk to class at Longview Farm Elementary

Students in Longview are served by Lee's Summit R-7 School District. Children from kindergarten through Grade 6 can go to Longview Farm Elementary School in the heart of the neighborhood before advancing to Summit Lakes Middle School off Southwest Windemere Drive for Grades 7 and 8. Teens can attend Lee's Summit West High School. Selected as a Blue Ribbon School in 2013, the high school offers a wide range of extracurricular clubs and organizations from National Art Honor Society to Future Business Leaders of America. All three schools earn an overall grade of A from Niche. "The elementary school is one of Longview's unique characteristics. I don't even know if a bus runs in that neighborhood, to be honest. Most of the kids just walk to school," Robertson says. "It used to be the Longview Show Horse Arena, but they transformed it into the school in the early 2000s. It's really cool how they kept a lot of the horse arena's architectural pieces." Metropolitan Community College's Longview campus also sits on Southwest Longview Road. A popular institution for higher education, the school's campus also serves as a hot spot in the spring when it hosts the annual Flights of Fancy — a kite festival featuring food trucks, local vendors and a look at the largest windsock in the world.

Longview locals can access I-470 to get the the city.
Longview locals can access I-470 to get the the city.

Walkable, but a car is needed for longer trips

Longview's subdivisions are walkable, but without reliable public transportation options, locals are largely car-dependent for trips beyond the confines of their community. Residents can get to downtown Kansas City within 30 minutes by hopping on I-470, which runs 2 miles to the north. Those living in Longview's more rural southside can drive along Route 150 before heading north on Highway 71 to reach the city center.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Kansas City International

54 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Longview US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$499,000
Median Single Family Price
$525,000
Median Townhouse Price
$410,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$190
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Last 12 months Home Sales
67
Months of Supply
2.10
Median List Price
$530,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
915
Median Year Built
1995
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,608
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,701
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,761

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    2 - 4pm

    3208 SW Saddlebred Terrace, Lee's Summit, MO 64082

    $749,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,923 Sq Ft
    • 3208 SW Saddlebred Terrace
    • New 29 days ago

    Better-than-new home built in 2023! This pristine property includes upgrades like a wrought iron fence, security system, and custom window treatments. Located in the highly sought-after Lee’s Summit school district, the home sits on a quiet cul-de-sac lot backing to trees, with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a spacious 3-car garage.Enjoy the ideal Ranch-style floorplan with 3 bedrooms

    Tami Froehlich ReeceNichols - Lees Summit

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    1 - 3pm

    3155 SW Gardenia St, Lees Summit, MO 64081

    $587,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 3,238 Sq Ft
    • 3155 SW Gardenia St

    Welcome to this meticulously maintained 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom, 1.5-story residence nestled in the quaint, historical New Longview community. Cherished by its original owners, this home exudes warmth & elegance, enhanced by thoughtful updates & stunning landscaping. The inviting front porch beckons—a perfect spot to enjoy your morning while basking in the serene ambiance, complemented by the

    Lisa Larson Realty Executives

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,776
Median Age
40
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$134,400
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$150,345

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.2%
College Graduates
64.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
79.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
34''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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