$184,511Average Value$125Average Price per Sq Ft18Homes For Sale
Early 20th-century charm in urban neighborhood where folks still hang out on front porches
Established in 1886, Scarritt Renaissance is one of Kansas City's oldest neighborhoods. Potential buyers will find streets filled with grand mansions built in the late 19th century. The neighborhood also includes some smaller homes built for working-class residents. Named for a Methodist minister and successful farmer, Rev. Nathan Scarritt, Scarritt Renaissance began as a neighborhood for Kansas City elites.
"It's deeply rooted in Kansas City's history, enriched by the contributions of influential residents and a vibrant community spirit," Jacob Luke, president of the Scarritt Renaissance Neighborhood Association, says.
Kessler Park and Concourse Park provide hundreds of acres of green space combined with historic landmarks.
"It's nestled in the historic northeast collective, which I love because everybody there has a front porch. It creates a different kind of community because everybody's just kind of out there living life on the front porch. It's one of my favorite neighborhoods in Kansas City. Besides the historic architecture, it has all this green space and is still very affordable. It's beautiful with a real old-world charm," Nick Pickrell, a Realtor with Local Agent, LLC, says.
Historic architecture, from Craftsman-style bungalows to stately mansions
Turn-of-the-century homes, initially built for civic leaders, feature styles including Queen Anne, American Foursquare, Beaux Arts and Tudor. Smaller, Craftsman-style bungalows can also be found among the larger homes.
"You've got kind of a bit of it all. It's one of the neighborhoods where every house looks completely different," Pickrell says.
Home prices range from $76,000 for a modest bungalow to $579,000 for a 5-bedroom American Foursquare. A restored 1890s mansion or a mansion converted to multi-family housing can cost between $600,000 and $785,000.
"You can buy a truly beautiful and one-of-a-kind house here. And it's not just massive mansions; there are some smaller, more cost-effective options as well," says Ron Henderson, a team leader and Realtor with Keller Williams.
Concourse Park and Kessler Park feature landmarks, great views and sprawling green space
At the heart of the neighborhood, Concourse Park is home to the Beaux-Art-style Colonnade and J.F.K. Memorial. The grounds also feature playgrounds, basketball courts, workout stations, a 30-foot hillside slide and a fountain with water jets.
"Kids play in the spray area all summer long. The fountains come out of the ground at varying rates, and kids look around, and it'll come at 'em! The slide is built into the earth. It's a really big, wide slide; it's really fun," Pickrell says.
The park is also popular for community gatherings and offers panoramic views of the city's East Bottoms neighborhood and the Missouri River. The Kansas City Museum is also located at Concourse Park. A 4-story, 70-room former estate of lumber baron Robert A. Long is now filled with cultural exhibits, a billiards room, a speakeasy, and a vintage soda fountain named Elixir.
Kessler Park is home to the scenic Cliff Drive. This paved trail hugs limestone bluffs between the east bottoms industrial area and Scarritt Renaissance mansions. It's the only state-designated scenic byway in the U.S. located in an urban area. The drive is closed to traffic, making it a peaceful spot for hikers, rock climbers, cyclists and skateboarders. The park includes a disc golf course, North Terrace Lake, a stunning 35-foot waterfall, and the Kansas City Museum.
"You can also get a great view of the K.C. Current professional women's soccer stadium from up on these bluffs," Pickrell says.
Restaurants line Independence Avenue
Independence Avenue is packed with cafes and restaurants, including local favorites Eleos Coffee House and Elvira's Cakes, which specializes in Mexican food and bakery items. San Antonio Market serves as a restaurant and market. Cosentino's Price Chopper and Aldi are the closest grocery stores.
Since 1992, The Scarritt Renaissance Neighborhood Association has organized the community's most popular event: Scare-It Halloween, a play on the neighborhood’s name. The city shuts down eight blocks to accommodate 8,000 people from across the city to collect candy safely. Food trucks line the streets and live music plays as kids trick or treat at ghoulishly decorated houses.
Northeast High Schoolers can earn 60 college credits by graduation
Children in Scarritt Renaissance can attend Garfield Elementary and Northwest Middle School, which receive C-minus grades from Niche. Students then move on to C-rated Northeast High School, which offers year-round ACT tutoring, mandatory college advising appointments and an Early College Academy, through which students can earn 60 hours of college credit.
Independence Avenue provides access to three Interstates
Independence Avenue serves as a main thoroughfare for east and west travel. Within 2 miles to the west, it leads to Interstates 29, 35 and 70. Within 3 miles to the east, it leads to Interstate 435, which can take drivers anywhere in the metro area. Several RideKC bus stops are available throughout Independence Avenue. Kansas City's new airport is 22 miles away, and North Kansas City Hospital is about 5 miles away.
Crime
The overall CAP Crime Index score for Scarritt Renaissance is 4 out of 10, on par with the U.S. average.
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Parks in this Area
The Concourse Park
Lykins Square Park
Basketball
Soccer
Trails
Prospect Plaza Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Indian Mound Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Kessler Park
Disc Golf
Trails
Parking Lot
Independence Plaza Park
Basketball
Bike Trails
Tennis
Harmony Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
North Terrace Park Lake
Fishing
Lake
Trails
Transit
Airport
Kansas City International
31 min drive
Bus
On Independence Ave & Chestnut Westbound
Bus
On Independence Ave & Benton Westbound
Bus
On St John & Askew Westbound Nearside
Bus
On St John & Clinton Eastbound
Bus
On Bellefontaine & Anderson Northbound
Bus
On Independence Ave & Monroe Westbound
Bus
On Independence Ave & Indiana Westbound
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Scarritt Renaissance
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
6
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 Scarritt Renaissance, Kansas City sell after 76 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Scarritt Renaissance, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $244,327, down 10% 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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,736
Median Age
34
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$45,448
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$57,909
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
19%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.5%
% Population in Labor Force
72%
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®
38/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
59/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
34/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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