Welcome to Kansas City!

No longer the “Cowtown” known to Jim Bridger, Kit Carson and other adventurers who began their journeys from Kansas City, the city today is a blend of rich architectural beauty and cosmopolitan amenities. Instead of tumbleweeds and flatlands, newcomers to the Kansas City area find rolling hills, wooded areas, gentle rivers and pristine lakes. Fascinating historical sites document the vital role Kansas City played in America’s westward movement.

Kansas City’s natural beauty and abundant open space contributes to residential and business growth while decades of progressive development has resulted in first rate facilities for every imaginable activity. World class cultural centers, restaurants, shopping and professional sports teams are within minutes for your enjoyment. Add Midwestern friendliness and small town values and it’s easy to understand why people who have experienced the Kansas City lifestyle refuse to live anywhere else.

Located near the population epicenter of the United States, Kansas City has emerged as a national and international leader in shipping and distribution. Recognized traditionally for agribusiness and manufacturing, today more than half the Fortune 500 companies have offices or headquarters in the Kansas City area. The metropolitan area is the national leader in greeting card publishing, telecommunications, frozen food storage and underground storage and distribution. Eleven railroads and three of the nation’s ten largest trucking companies are headquartered in metropolitan Kansas City.

A sprawling 4,000 square-mile area encompassing counties in Kansas and Missouri, Kansas City offers a faster and easier commute than cities of comparable size. The Metro bus service, street car system, and light rail in the planning stages, provides service for commuters. Most Kansas City residents however, prefer to drive the outstanding network of freeways and highways connecting all corners of the metro and most reach their destinations within thirty minutes

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The Greater Kansas City school districts are known for its Teacher of the Year honorees, triple-A rated schools, National Merit Finalists, and above average ACT and SAT test scores. This performance can be traced to; excellent student-teacher ratios, highly educated instructors, progressive programs, a dedicated staff and parent and community involvement. Institutions of higher learning from Universities, private schools, community colleges as well as career and vocational institutions provide a multitude of opportunities for area residents.

Nationally and internationally recognized leaders in research and treatment centers are part of the abundant hospital and health care facilities available in the Kansas City area. Many Kansas City hospitals serve as innovators in community health education and offer wellness and fitness centers.

Lifestyle

Kansas City ranks well below the national average in cost of living providing its residents a greater share of disposable income for leisure activities. Kansas City’s housing options are diverse, attractive and affordable. From sleek high-rise penthouses, lofts, Cape Cod, classic Williamsburg, to Victorian farmhouses shaded by large native trees, the options are numerous. Well kept older homes in established neighborhoods as well as newly built suburban homes offer meticulous landscaping and generous square footage. Interested in seeing what Kansas City Real Estate has to offer? Visit www.TheKeytoKC.com to view all available homes.

Home to a number of beautiful lakes for water sports, outdoor enthusiasts will find campsites, hiking and biking trails, golf courses, tennis courts, ice and roller skating rinks, ballfields, and organized sports close to home. Gardens, wineries, farmer’s markets, Kansas City world-famous barbecue, Jazz festivals, riverboat casinos and summer concerts under the stars are part of Kansas City’s charm. Shoppers can discover quaint antiques shops in historic districts or browse through modern enclosed malls featuring hundreds of specialty shops. Unique areas such as The Country Club Plaza, The City Market, The Legends, Westport, Crown Center and the Sprint Center draw visitors and residents alike to their eclectic blend of museums, performing arts, sports and entertainment, and upscale retail establishments.

The once rural counties of Cass, Clay, and Platte are rapidly developing into residential havens for those who desire a slower suburban pace in close proximity to urban amenities. A patio view of fairway greens, a private boat dock on a placid lake, generous acreage for horses or a secluded countryside setting can be yours should you choose to locate in the Greater Kansas City area.

Regardless of what corner of Greater Kansas City you choose to call home, your neighbors will be quick to extend a helping hand. So don’t be surprised if a total stranger extends a greeting or waves as you pass by. That is all part of Mid-Western hospitality, the nation’s most caring and friendly residents.

If you are moving to Kansas City, call The Key to KC team to help you find your next home. Experience, Knowledge and compassion from the realtors at The Key to KC help to make the transition to Kansas City as seamless as possible!