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Beautiful Scenery Can Be Found in Botanical Garden Just Outside of Sunflower
A blooming Wichita neighborhood
In the heart of western Wichita, the neighborhood of Sunflower is the place to put down roots and bloom. “It’s a central location in Wichita, you’re close to downtown and Delano,” says Damon Snyder, Realtor and Broker at The Wichita Realty Group and a born-and-raised Wichitan, “Homes there are economical, they are at a pretty decent price and so close to downtown.” While this convenience is a big part of Sunflower’s appeal, it’s also a neighborhood rising on its own, thanks to established locally owned restaurants that appeal to all tastes alongside welcoming parks. All of this sits along quiet cedar-lined side streets, crisscrossed by sidewalks where neighbors regularly pass each other on their evening walks.
You will find rows of modest dwellings in Sunflower.
Diverse housing stock
Distinct booms in Wichita’s growth are demonstrated by the different periods and styles of homes in Sunflower. “There are older homes, mostly built from the twenties to fifties,” says Snyder, “Most have two or three bedrooms, one bath.” Quaint bungalow-style Craftsman homes with small front porches are a sign of the early-century cattle drive boom, while sprawling ranch-style dwellings rose up during the midcentury aviation production-based housing boom. More recently, modern traditional homes and townhouses signal a third boom working its way through the neighborhood. Most homes sell for between $100,000 and $180,000, with a select few – usually multi-unit buildings – selling for $220,000 and up. Turnover is pretty quick in the neighborhood, according to Snyder, and most homes sell within 2 weeks of hitting the market.
Sunflower residences love to stop by West Street Burgers for lunch.
Brimming with locally-owned spots
Crispy Donuts is a one-stop breakfast shop, from savory croissants stuffed with ham, cheddar cheese and jalapeno to sweets including classic glazed doughnuts or fancier flavors like strawberry shortcake and maple bacon. West Street Burgers grills up classic smash burgers and hand-cut fries for a quick bite, while Le Monde Café and Deli brings together French, Italian and Mediterranean under one roof to truly experience a world of flavors. A night out might wind up at The Cowboy Inn Saloon for live music and a cold beer – the rustic interior and old-timey Western-themed mock town in the beer garden are a twist on the classic dive bar vibes. Plaza West Shopping Center is home to Dillons groceries, as well as Book-a-Holic where second-hand books get a new life. Meanwhile, Westgate Market Square, with a Walmart, Lowe’s and other big box stores, helps residents take care of all their errands in one spot.
Sunflower is a neighborhood surrounded by ample activities.
Open Streets across the city
“You’re so close to downtown and Delano, the river is there, you’re on the outskirts of so much to do,” says Snyder. The Delano Paddy Day Parade is a short walk for Sunflower residents, as a street party and food truck rally take over Douglas on St. Patrick’s Day. In the fall, Open Streets ICT starts at the border of Sunflower and Delano, taking up a four-mile stretch of Douglas all the way to College Hill with live music, art, food, yoga, entertainment and more.
Here is the main entry for Lawrence Elementary School.
Starting in the arts at a young age
Students in Sunflower will attend either Lawrence or Franklin Elementary School, before moving on to either Hadley Middle School or Mayberry Cultural and Fine Arts Magnet Middle School, where students can take classes like visual art, choir, jazz band and orchestra to compliment the traditional learning program. All four of these schools earn a C from Niche. Wichita West High School, two-time winners of the city league for football, also gets a C from Niche. Wichita Public Schools USD259 allows students to attend other magnet schools with specific programs or attend private schools such as St. Joseph Catholic or Northfield School of the Liberal Arts.
Roll on over for some fun
West Douglas Park offers 17 acres of play space in the center of Sunflower. Multiple playgrounds, softball diamonds and tennis courts are open to the public, and there is copious green space with shade trees to lounge under. Central to the park, a mosaic-covered open shelter covered in mosaic butterflies, designed by local artist Tina Murano, provides a small stage. Residents may also venture to the river to enjoy all it has to offer, from walking and biking to throwing a line in and waiting for a bite. For some indoor recreation, Carousel Skate Center is more than just a popular roller rink – it is home to Wichita’s largest indoor playground and plenty of vintage arcade games.
Sunflower residences can get their groceries from Walmart.
Convenience by any means
Sunflower has easy access to the rest of Wichita – “Kellogg Avenue goes east and west and makes it easy to get around Wichita, to downtown or the airport,” says Snyder. It is walkable and bikeable and offers public transport via the Wichita Transit bus system. Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport is only 4 miles from the neighborhood, making it easy to grab a flight. Medical care – and the jobs that come with it – is also not far, with Via Christi Hospital St. Francis just 4 miles to the northeast.
Friends University is a popular college located in Sunflower.
Higher learning nearby
Just outside of the southeast portion of Sunflower, Friends University and Newman University campuses are home to roughly 900 students each and provide jobs to the area. Friends University is a nondenominational Christian school that offers 40 undergraduate programs, with fine arts being one of the most popular departments. Newman University is a Catholic institution offering more than 30 student organizations ranging from campus ministry to gardening club.
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Parks in this Area
West Douglas Park
Basketball
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Oak Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Aley Park
Kiwanis Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Wichita Riverwalk
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Events
Seneca Park
Tennis
Pickleball
Playground
Transit
Airport
Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower Ntl
9 min drive
Bus
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sunflower
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sunflower, Wichita sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sunflower, Wichita over the last 12 months is $108,216, down 8% 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
6,445
Median Age
35
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,140
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$52,552
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.1%
College Graduates
14.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
20''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
59/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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