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Walkable community with rich history
Volker is named for Kansas City philanthropist William Volker, who donated much of his fortune in the early 1900s to help struggling Kansas Citians get a leg up. The neighborhood continues to bear Volker’s kind influence as a walkable, dog-friendly place with an engaged neighborhood association.
Located 3 miles south of downtown, Volker straddles both sides of the W. 39th Street business district. Volker is a convenient place to call home, offering a blend of residential charm and commercial vitality, especially if you work or study at the University of Kansas Medical Center (KU Med), which is right across the street on the Kansas side of the state line. KU Med is one of 15 Tier 1 medical schools ranked the best in primary care by U.S. News & World Report.
Walkable community with rich history
Walkable community with rich history
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Diverse housing options, from bungalows to American Foursquares
Volker’s housing stock reflects its rich history, with various architectural styles and a handful of historic homes, many dating to the turn of the century.
Home styles include bungalows, Craftsman and American Foursquares. Brick apartment buildings in Italianate and Colonnade styles have four to six apartments.
Most homes sell for between $250,000 to $375,000. A few properties sell for between $425,000 and $500,000. Homeowners account for about 60% of Volker residents.
Volker's CAP Index crime score is 5, compared to the U.S. average of 4. Volker has many rental properties and “a handful of bad landlords,” Wayne says.
Diverse housing options, from bungalows to American Foursquares
Diverse housing options, from bungalows to American Foursquares
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Restaurant Row and local shops
Restaurant Row has diverse dining options, from upscale restaurants to casual hangouts.
“Room 39 is one of the best. It isn’t cheap. Two people go there, eat and drink in the evening, and it’s a hundred bucks,” Wayne says.
Other local favorites include Fric and Frac for classic bar food, Hi-Dive Lounge for a more upscale bar experience and Alladin Café for Mediterranean food. Local shops include Prospero’s Books & Media, a beloved used bookstore that’s become an anchor tenant in the W. 39th Street corridor.
Diverse housing options, from bungalows to American Foursquares
Diverse housing options, from bungalows to American Foursquares
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Diverse housing options, from bungalows to American Foursquares
Roanoke Park provides neighborhood oasis
Roanoke Park is a 37-acre oasis in Volker featuring walking and biking trails, a rope playground and courts for tennis, pickleball and beach volleyball. Less than 2 miles away, Penn Valley Park sprawls over 176 acres. It’s home to the National WWI Museum Memorial, which offers some of the best panoramic views of Kansas City. Penn Valley includes athletic courts and fields, a golf course and dog park and miles of walking trails.
Kids can walk to Gordon Parks Elementary School
Volker is zoned for Primitivo Garcia Elementary School, which earns a C-minus from Niche. However, students can also apply to a public charter school in the neighborhood. Gordon Parks Elementary School is named for the first Black American to write, direct and score a Hollywood film. The C-minus-rated Gordon Parks school offers a project-based, art-integrated curriculum with STEAM courses. Central Middle School, the neighborhood’s middle school, earns a D-plus rating, while Central High School earns a C-minus.
Easy to get around town from Volker
Volker’s central location makes it easy to navigate the metro area. State Line turns into U.S. Highway 56, which connects to U.S. Highways 171 and 169, which lead to downtown Kansas City and beyond. Volker is within steps of several RideKC bus stops.
As a major employer, KU Med contributes substantially to the neighborhood’s economy. However, the high demand for parking can present traffic parking frustrations for Volker residents.
Easy to get around town from Volker
Easy to get around town from Volker
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Volker Neighborhood Association hosts events year-round
The Volker Neighborhood Association organizes annual gatherings such as the Volker Homes Tour in May, the neighborhood’s summer picnic and Volker Porch Parties in August. Its Dumpsters & Cleanups are popular times for getting rid of junk. Dues-paying members of the VNA pay for two dumpsters in the Spring and Fall where locals can finally dump trash, old furniture and brush.
Volker Neighborhood Association hosts events year-round
Volker Neighborhood Association hosts events year-round
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Parks in this Area
Gillham Park
Baseball/Softball
Trails
Playground
Rosedale Park
Penn Valley Park
Dog Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Roanoke Park North Playground
Playground
Bloch Cancer Survivors Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Roanoke Park
Trails
Playground
Westwood Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Grills
Hyde Park
Tennis
Trails
Pickleball
Mill Creek Park
Transit
Airport
Kansas City International
34 min drive
Bus
On Westport Road & Jarboe Westbound Farside
Bus
On 39th & Wyoming Westbound
Bus
On 39th Between Terrece & Mercier Eb
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Volker
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Volker, Kansas City sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Volker, Kansas City over the last 12 months is $355,213, up 7% 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
3,782
Median Age
37
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$61,307
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$90,004
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.3%
College Graduates
61.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.5%
% Population in Labor Force
77.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
37/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
78/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
39/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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