Grain Valley Homes for Sale

Located just 23 miles east of Kansas City, Grain Valley’s population has been booming since the 1970s.

Doubling from 1970 to 1980, Grain Valley has grown from 1,327 at that time to 13,236, and by factors over 171 percent and 149 percent from 1990 to 2000 to 2010. That rapid growth earned the city a spot on the Kansas City Business Journal’s list of projected fastest growing cities from 2014-2019.

Located north and south of Interstate 70, with Blue Springs just west and Oak Grove just east, Grain Valley’s story starts in 1878 when the first plat was filed. The city incorporated as a fourth-class entity in 1945.

History holds well for the Bank of Grain Valley, established in 1905 and still located in its original building. Nationally, and more recently, OOIDA (Owner-Operator Independent Driver’s Association) opened its national headquarters in 1973.

As a fourth-class city, Grain Valley is governed by a mayor and board of aldermen. A city Park Board oversees the planning, maintenance and improvements of the parks system.

Grain Valley School District has over 4,200 students with four elementary schools, two junior highs and Grain Valley High School in the system. Grain Valley High has been ranked in the top 5 percent of high schools in the United States. In 2016, voters approved a $9.5 million bond issue for classroom renovations, additions, parking, athletic upgrades and other needs.

If you would like to buy a home in Grain Valley, Missouri, please contact us today so we can assist you.

Grandview Homes for Sale

Born from a military town, once the home of the 33rd President of the United States, Harry S Truman, to its present-day spot as a hub of activity at U.S. 71/I-49 and Missouri 150 highways, Grandview, Missouri is a vital sector in the thriving and ever-developing area of southwestern Jackson County.

The redevelopment of the storied Truman’s Marketplace, coupled with new developments such as the Gateway Sports Village and the recent opening of the Grandview Amphitheater, showcase the town’s continued focus on economic development and jobs.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recently opened a new facility in Grandview, becoming the largest employer in the city. And the military, through the old Richards-Gebaur Air Force Base, left a lasting legacy of military families and population in Grandview, a number that exceeded 25,000 as of July 2014.

From railroads to runways to highways and neighborhoods, Grandview has grown into a suburban Kansas City area rich with parks and recreation opportunities and a growing historic downtown area that is now part of the Missouri Main Street Connection.

Grandview’s C-4 School District also boasts some of the top rankings in Missouri. Comprised of four elementary schools, a kindergarten through eighth grade facility in Martin City, Grandview Middle and Grandview High School, the district houses more than 4,000 students. With the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Grandview C-4 has received Accredited with Distinction status.

Greenbriar at Chapman Farms Homes for Sale

In the prestigious city of Lee’s Summit, Missouri there are a number of excellent neighborhoods and subdivisions sure to tick all of the boxes of prospective homebuyers. One of the city’s most remarkable communities is that of Greenbriar at Chapman Farms. Greenbriar is a very nice neighborhood in the 64063 zip code of Lee’s Summit. This luxurious community is located south of The Shores of Chapman Farms, east of Lake Jacomo, with Mason School Road serving as its southern border.

Homes for sale in this wonderful community vary in price depending upon the property’s age, size, location and special features. The median listing price for a single family home in Greenbriar at Chapman Farms is $318,000, or $124 per square foot. The average listing price is around $310,000, but depending upon the variables listed above, you can find homes for much less and much more.

Chapman Farms is a Summit exclusive community located off of Missouri Highway 7 approximately ½ mile north of Colbern Road. This beautiful community was developed around a 30 acre lake that is well-stocked and ideal for fishing. The glistening waters of the community’s lake can be enjoyed from the one mile walking trail that borders it. Buy a home in Greenbriar at Chapman Farms and you can enjoy all of these wonderful amenities in addition to being just minutes from the top-notch shopping, dining, entertainment and recreation of the Kansas City Metro area.

If you would like to buy a home in Greenbriar at Chapman Farms, please do not hesitate to contact us today for more information.

Greenwood Homes for Sale

Nestled between Jackson and Cass counties, Greenwood offers many of the conveniences of a large city while seemingly in a rural area of Jackson County.

Greenwood stretches from Missouri 150 just west of Missouri 291 Highway, east and south to the Cass County line near Lake Winnebago.

Although serviced by its own police department, Greenwood utilizes the Lee’s Summit Fire Department, Lee’s Summit Water Utilities and is part of the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District. Greenwood Elementary School is located inside the city limits.

In 1867, R.W. Price, Frank Brooks, Alfred Hanscomb and the Rev. S.B. Clark filed the city name with the courts. It has been written that Clark admired the elegant and towering elm trees in the area, thus naming the city Greenwood in its honor. Elms dot the landscape to this day.

Greenwood’s population now counts over 5,000 residents in the vibrant, quaint community.

The city’s Parks and Recreation Department and Parks Board oversees five community parks and numerous fields that offer community recreational opportunities in baseball, soccer, playgrounds, shelters, basketball, horseshoes, volleyball and various open-play fields.

Greenwood is governed by a traditional Mayor-Board of Aldermen system. The city will celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2017.

If you would like to buy a home in Greenwood, Missouri, please contact us today so we can assist you.

Harrisonville Homes for Sale

The county seat of Cass, Harrisonville crested the 10,000 population mark in 2013 and hopes its historic past and bright economic outlook will continue well into the future.

One of the hallmarks of this historic town, first established in the early 1830s, is that of the Historic Courthouse Square in downtown Harrisonville. From 1880 to 1940, 34 of the 37 buildings on the Square were constructed. The Cass County Courthouse, a three story, yellow-brick building, was erected in 1897 and stands in the center of the Square. It was designed by Kansas City architect W.C. Root.

Harrisonville is home to a small airfield, Lawrence Smith Memorial Airport, and offers access to U.S. 71/I-49, Missouri 291 and smaller state routes that run through town.

One of the major employers in town, Cass County R-IX Schools, is also the caretaker of more than 2,500 students, K-12. The school district alone employs nearly 400. Other educational opportunities that exist in town include the Cass Career Center and Harrisonville Christian School.

Wal-Mart Supercenter, Cass County Regional Hospital and the municipal and county governments are the other large employers in Harrisonville.

?Known as the “Gateway to Missouri Lakes,” Harrisonville itself offers water recreation at four lakes located inside the city limits.

If you would like to buy a home in Harrisonville, Missouri, please do not hesitate to contact us today for more information.

Hawks Ridge Homes for Sale

Home to approximately 825 residents, the Lee’s Summit, Missouri subdivision of Hawks Ridge welcomes families, young couples, and retirees looking for a peaceful suburban lifestyle. This attractive collection of affordable single-family homes offers homebuyers both the convenience of having big-city amenities close at hand, and the tranquil atmosphere of a small-town, making it a great place to buy a home.

The homes for sale in Hawks Ridge offer generous floor plans and lush landscaped lawns, and fall within a price range of $189,000 to $242,400. Homebuyers will love the variety of styles and sizes in this small community, and are sure to find just the right fit for their family. As a part of Lee’s Summit, Hawks Ridge also benefits from a top-rated school system, which makes it perfect for families. The Lee’s Summit School District has received multiple awards over the years for the performance of its faculty and students, and it continues to strive for excellence.

Having ranked as 27th in the Top 100 Cities in America, Lee’s Summit has a lot to be proud of, and this community’s pride is reflected in the many events and programs available to residents. The parks and community facilities provide plenty of opportunities to keep busy and active, and the Historic Downtown District contains a variety of shops, local business and restaurants. The local amenities, close proximity to Kansas City, and great community atmosphere makes Hawks Ridge a great place to live, work and play.

For more information about buying a home in Hawks Ridge, or if you have questions regarding real estate options in other Lee’s Summit subdivisions, please contact us today!

Highland Meadows Homes for Sale

If you are considering relocating the Kansas City Metro area you should carefully consider the real estate options in the prestigious city of Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Lee’s Summit is a truly remarkable suburb of Kansas City and residents of Lee’s Summit have an exceptional quality of life. This pedestrian friendly city has a charming hometown ambiance while being strategically located to easily enjoy all of the big city’s excellent shopping, dining, entertainment and recreation.

Real estate options in Lee’s Summit come in a broad range of homes of varying sizes, ages, and architectural styles in diverse neighborhoods. Highland Meadows is a noteworthy community in Lee’s Summit and is found off of Longview Road just west of Pryor Road. The family friendly community of Highland Meadows has a community swimming pool in addition to being within walking distance from Longview Lake and its great hiking, biking, fishing, camping, swimming and boating opportunities. Longview Lake is surrounded by over four acres of parkland and is home to the Fred Arbanas Golf Course, a marina, campground, swim beach and over ten miles of scenic nature trails.

In addition to all of those great features, Highland Meadows’ residents can also easily enjoy all the area’s great shopping and dining. Highland Meadows is only minutes from Summit Woods Crossing which encompasses a Kohl’s, Target, Macy’s and Lowe’s, in addition to several other retailers and dining establishments. Homes for sale in Highland Meadows typically range from around $320,000 to $378,000, depending upon the property’s age, size, style, and location.

If you would like to buy a home in Highland Meadows of Lee’s Summit, please do not hesitate to contact us today for more information.

Independence Homes for Sale

Home of the Harry S. Truman home and presidential library, Independence stretches more than 78 square miles with a population now topping 121,000.

Named for the Declaration of Independence, the city was founded on March 29, 1827. It is known as the Queen City of the Trails as the frontier point for settlers going west on the Santa Fe, California and Oregon Trails. Each year, the pioneering spirit is celebrated with the Santi-Cali-Gon Days Festival over Labor Day weekend.

Independence’s rich history is seen in its museums and libraries, too. The city boasts 11 museums ranging from the 1859 Jail, the Truman National Historic Site and the Bingham-Waggoner Estate; and seven libraries, including the Midwest Genealogy Center. It is also home to the Jackson County Genealogical Society.

Bordered by U.S. 24 and U.S. 40 highways to the north and south, and I-70 running east-west through the southern part of Independence, The City of Trails is home to Bass Pro, the Independence Events Center and the historic Independence Square downtown area. The Missouri Comets and Missouri Mavericks both call the IEC home.

Independence Missouri Public Schools serves 15,500 students in 29 different buildings from early childhood learning through high school.

The city’s massive parks and recreation department supports more than 38 local parks, community centers, youth and adult recreation programs, the Truman Memorial Building and George Owens Nature Park.

If you would like to buy a home in Independence, Missouri, please allow us to assist you and contact us today.

Lone Jack Homes for Sale

The town of 1,081 (2014) just off U.S. 50 Highway, doubled in size from the 2000 to 2010 census, is rich with Civil War history and has a long tradition of excellence in its schools.

Established in 1841, Lone Jack was quite literally named for the single Black Jack Oak Tree which stood where the present-day Soldier’s Cemetery is located.

The city is most notably the site of the Battle of Lone Jack in 1862, where thousands of troops fought and died in the city square, ultimately a Confederate victory that day.

In its present-day form, Lone Jack offers a respite from metro living while still offering the security of a local police force and municipal court and city amenities like the Civic Center/Hensley Hall, a 6,000-square-foot facility open to public use. A Parks Board overlooks the administration and operation of the city’s parks through the Board of Aldermen.

Lone Jack is served by the Lone Jack C-6 School District, which includes an elementary and junior/senior high school.

The Lone Jack Fire Protection District serves the city limits in its capacity.

If you would like to buy a home in Lone Jack, Missouri, please contact us today so we can assist you.