Union Hill
Urban living is at the core of Union Hill’s residential area. Older,
single-family homes, many built around the turn of the century, mingle easily
with newer lofts and condos.
If urban living, with close proximity to downtown, Westport
and the Plaza, is appealing, Union Hill offers a desirable location. This
enclave of decorative “Painted Lady” Victorians and tidy rows of new
condos entice residents to stay and become involved in the neighborhood
renaissance. Union Hill is proud to
support a great Montessori day school,
The
Union Hill Day School, as well as a state of the art fitness club,
The Union Hill Athletic Club,
and some great food and drink establishments (see
Martini Corner) with a personal
favorite outdoor patio at
The Velvet
Dog.
Hyde Park
The historic neighborhood is located north/south from
Linwood
Boulevard (32nd Street) to
47th Street and west/east from
Gillham
Road to Troost Avenue. Hyde
Park was a watering hole for pioneers heading west on the
Santa
Fe Trail. A stream and a cave with a natural
spring made the area an ideal overnight spot for travelers. The neighborhood's history begins in the
1880s.
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| Beautiful Woodwork A Hallmark |
If you’re looking for distinction, century-old Hyde Park is
one of Kansas City’s oldest, most unique neighborhoods. Today, the brass
fixtures are shining, the leaded glass is sparkling, and the woodwork is
glowing. Rejuvenated with a strong neighborhood association, stately homes
featuring the grand craftsmanship of Victorian, Colonial Revival, Prairie and
bungalows line the lush confines of this area.
The
Hyde Park Neighborhood Association cares about its citizens with
committees ranging from beautification, crime watch, social planning and
history. Neighbors work together to make this neighborhood a truly great place
to live.
Sunset Hill
A gem among gems, this neighborhood is part of the “
Counry Club District”
built by the JC Nichols Companies between the early 1900s to 1950s. The lush sanctuary just south of the
Country Club Plaza is
one of Kansas City’s most beautiful neighborhoods. Sunset Hill captures the
fancy of its residents who are devoted to maintaining their well-tended
properties.
Graced with unique homes located throughout the winding streets,
the neighborhood prides itself on distinctive
architecture. Nestled snugly against Loose Park, Sunset Hill is a hidden
treasure. A little know fact about
Loose Park; it was originally
the site of the first
Kansas City Country Club.
Brookside
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| The Luck Of The Irish Strikes In Brookside |
Host of an outstanding Art Fair in May of every year is the lovely area of
Brookside. The charm of older homes is
proudly maintained along well-manicured streets; just one of the hallmarks of
Brookside — one of
Kansas City’s best-kept secrets. Brookside is a neighborhood celebrating
diversity coupled with a solid reputation. Many proud residents who grew up
here have either never left or returned to raise their families. The vibe of a great Kansas City community is bringing
famous Chefs like Celina Tio to open
Julian
& local friends to sip a cup of joe among neighbors at
The Roasterie on an
early morning.
Built in the late l920s by J.C. Nichols, this neighborhood appeals to many with
distinctly different housing options, shopping, restaurants and multiple
subdivisions, including Armour Hills, Astor Place, Morningside, Oak Meyer
Gardens, Rockhill Gardens, Rockhill Ridge and Tower Homes. The neighborhood’s
close proximity to the
Country Club
Plaza, The
Nelson-Atkins Museum of
Art and
Kemper Museum of Contemporary
Art further enhance the desirability of this friendly midtown Kansas City
community.
Waldo
In 1841, Dr. David Waldo of Gasconade County, Missouri, was convinced by
some friends to purchase land in
Jackson County, Missouri. Dr. Waldo
purchased 1,000 acres (4.0 km
2) that ran from what is now 75th
Street to 59th Street and Wornall Road to Troost. In 1860 a rail line was established between
Westport and Dodson, and a main stop was located in Waldo. When the rail line
was converted to street cars in 1907, a brick station was built at the Waldo
location, and it became known as the Grand Central Station of Waldo.
When it comes to convenience, count the
Waldo neighborhood at
the top of the list. Perched just south of Brookside, this attractive area is
filled with a local shopping and dining district, block after block of
beautiful older two- and three-story homes, plus the Trolley exercise trail
runs right through the center of this community. When you think of
affordability with a strong real-estate resale value and a close-knit
neighborhood, think Waldo.
