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About Mary Hutchison

Every day I'm driving around my cherished neighborhood of Brookside (and Waldo)...observing what's going on, watching new businesses move in and out, and touring homes (I'm a Realtor with Weichert Realtors). Starting this blog about Brookside/Waldo is a way I thought I could promote the area and spark some discussion about what's happening here...and what's going to happen. Your comments are welcome.

Armour Hills Home Sales Stats-Oct 2018

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Home sales are slowing down, yet Armour Hills listings continue to go under contract quickly.  Although last month, the lower priced homes sold in AH. Here are the stats for single family homes in the Armour Hills subdivision of Brookside, Kansas City MO:

October 2018                                                   October 2017

Median list price:   $309,000                         Median list price:     $359,500              

Median sales price:    $296,500                     Median sales price:    $359,500

No. of homes sold:      11                                No. of homes sold:     7

Days on market:         3                                   Days on market:      42

The lowest priced home last month closed at $237,500, several thousand over the list price of $215,000. The highest sale was $413,500.

Here are year-to-date figures:

Jan-Oct 2018                                                      Jan-Oct 2017

Median list price:     $315,000                        Median list price:     $314,750

Median sales price:   $315,000                       Median sales price:   $313,250

No. of homes sold:     72                                  No. of homes sold:     82

Days on market:        9                                     Days on market:      9

Year to date, home prices have barely budged in Armour Hills however…this may be a fluke with October figures, because prices have been on the rise.  Will have to wait and see how things shake out for the year. 

Currently there are ten active listings with a median list price of $386,200 and 73 days on market.  The highest priced home for sale is $525K–unusually high for our subdivision.  Will see if it sells for that much!

(All stats taken from Heartland MLS; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.)

 

 

Brookside Home Sales Stats-Oct 2018

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As we head into the holiday season, home sales traditionally slow down. There are few new listings and buyers are occupied with other activities.  It’s more of a challenge to move in the winter months!  Here are the 2018 October single family home sales stats for Brookside, using the zip code of 64113:

October 2018                                                                 October 2017

Median list price:     $429,500                                   Median list price:     $399,000

Median sales price:   $430,000                                 Median sales price:    $395,000

No. of homes sold:        24                                         No. of homes sold:     25

Days on  market:       3                                                Days on market:      32

Virtually the same number of homes sold last month as a year ago; prices up.  The lowest sales price was $237,500 and the highest was $1.15 million.  Checking year-to-date numbers:

 

Jan-Oct 2018                                                                Jan-Oct 2017

Median list price:      $400,000                                Median list price:     $384,900

Median sales price:    $395,000                               Median sales price:   $375,000

No. of homes sold:      248                                        No. of homes sold:     253

Days on market:           15                                         Days on market:        18

Home prices are up just over 5% for the year.  There have been nine  $1 million+ sales in Brookside this year!  

Currently there are 57 active single family homes for sale in Brookside, with a median list price of $425,000 and 56 days on market.  Over half of the homes for sale are priced over $400K.  Happy Thanksgiving to all!

(All stats taken from Heartland MLS; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.)

Dodson’s Bar Opens in Waldo

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Looking for a new place to meet friends for a drink during this holiday season?  Try Waldo’s newest bar, Dodson’s Bar and Commons at 7438 Wornall.  I stopped by last week to check it out and chat with “’smooth operator and Assistant General Manager” Eric Jones.

 

 

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Dodson’s opened on September 12, site of the former Waldo Bar.  It has a relaxed feel, with plenty of table and lounge seating.   TVs line the walls, there’s a shuffleboard and Nintendo game, and the modern lighting isn’t  too bright.  The long bar offers 75% local and regional beers, plus several classic cocktails.  Besides the traditional Old Fashioned and Moscow Mule, many patrons try the Suffering Bastard—invented in the 1940s as a hangover cure says Eric—with gin, bourbon, lemon juice, ginger beer and bitters.  During the colder winter months, Eric plans to  add a hot toddy featuring Waldo honey.

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Dodson’s isn’t offering food just yet, but they do have happy hour every day from 4-7pm: all draft beers are $3 and house cocktails are $5.  Dodson’s is probably open when you are ready for a beverage and some good conversation—hours are every day from 4pm to 3am.  Parking is in the back of the building—the back entrance is hidden by a wooden fence so remember to walk through the alley to slip in the rear door. The front entrance is just north of Pickleman’s at 7438 Wornall.

Eric explained the name of the bar came from the trolley that connected Waldo and Westport (Dodson’s).  They added the Commons to emphasize a “gathering of like minds coming together”. He added “We are incredibly stoked to be in Waldo” because of all the local businesses that support each other and the residents that frequent locally owned businesses.

Stop by Dodson’s over the holiday season and welcome them to our neighborhood!

Farmers Market and Art Market This Saturday!

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Two events to tell you about, both happening Saturday:

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The Brookside Farmers’ Market is heading indoors this Saturday, Nov 17, 2018.  You’ll find it at Research Medical Center, 6675 Holmes, open from 9am-noon.  Enter parking lot B near the Curry Education Center.

Also…if you are looking for a unique, handmade gift for someone special this holiday season, check out the Academie Lafayette Art Market–also this Saturday from 10am-5pm.  Over 20 vendors will be there, offering home made jewelry, soaps, jams, Christmas ornaments, pillows, leather goods, etc.  The Art Market is at the school located at 3421 Cherry St.  Food trucks will offer coffee, pastries and crepes!

Holiday Shopping Season Kicks Off Tonight in Brookside

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Today is  the Annual Holiday Season Opener to kick off the shopping season in Brookside!  Starting at 5pm stroll through the Brookside shops and check out the special deals and discounts.

Be sure to stop by and check out the live music and  local schools’ children’s choirs getting you in the holiday spirit–from 6:30-7:30pm at the small park west of Starbucks on 63rd St.  There will be giveaways as well, plus refreshments from The Roasterie, Price Chopper and Michael Forbes.

Thank you for supporting our locally owned Brookside businesses during the holiday shopping season!  This event extends through Sunday!

Brookside Trick or Treat Street TODAY!

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Halloween is today…and that means it’s time for the annual Trick or Treat Street in Brookside!

From 4-6pm, costumed little kiddos and their parents will be walking along 63rd St, collecting sweet treats from our local merchants. Please be aware of the hundreds of people who will be out at this time, strolling along 63rd from Wornall east to Oak St.  If possible, try to avoid this area altogether Halloween afternoon!

Thank you to the Brookside Business Association for keeping this family friendly event happening every year in our neighborhood.  Please support our Brookside merchants.

 

 

Waldo Home Sales Stats-Sept 2018

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And the Waldo home values keep rising in 2018….so much demand, not enough inventory.  Here are the single family home sales stats for last month, using the boundaries of Gregory, 85th St, State Line and Holmes Road:

Sept 2018                                                                         Sept 2017

Median list price:     $195,000                                   Median list price:      $190,000

Median sales price:    $195,000                                Median sales price:    $202,000

No. of homes sold:       33                                          No. of homes sold:     33

Days on market:          30                                            Days on market:        10

The lowest sales price last month was $97,500 and the highest was $425,500.

Checking year-to-date numbers:

Jan-Sept 2018                                                                  Jan-Sept 2017

Median list price:     $198,000                                    Median list price:    $175,000

Median sales price:   $199,000                                  Median sales price:  $179,900

No. of homes sold:     305                                           No. of homes sold:    309

Days on market:         19                                             Days on market:       12

Number of homes sold and days on market are fairly consistent; prices are up over 10% compared to last year.  Currently there are 39 single family homes for sale in Waldo, with an average list price of $210,000 and 35 days on market.  The lowest list price is $85,000 and the highest is $415,000.

(All stats taken from Heartland MLS; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.)

Armour Hills Home Sales Report-Sept 2018

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Armour Hills has been one of the hottest Brookside neighborhoods for buyers this year–few bidding wars.  We are into the traditional slower season now, and the stats reflect that.  Still, the numbers are pretty consistent comparing year to year:

September 2018                                                       September 2017

Median list price:      $307,497                              Median list price:   $311,225

Median sales price:   $300,000                              Median sales price:   $313,250

No. of homes sold:     6                                           No. of homes sold:  6

Days on market:       22                                           Days on market:  3

The same number of homes sold, however this year the overall prices are lower and days on market longer.  Checking year-to-date figures:

Jan-Sept 2018                                                        Jan-Sept 2017

Median list price:      $315,000                          Median list price:     $314,500

Median sales price:   $315,000                          Median sales price:  $312,500

No. of homes sold:       61                                   No. of homes sold:    77

Days on market:        10                                      Days on market:       7

The lowest closed sales price so far this year is $180,000 and the highest is $475,500. Currently there are 14 homes for sale in Armour Hills, with an average sales price is $322,500 and 55 days on market.

(All stats taken from Heartland MLS; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.)

Brookside Home Sales Stats-Sept 2018

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With all of the recent rain, I’m looking forward to an especially colorful Autumn in Brookside!  Homes show so well, surrounded by fall foliage, harvest decor and soft dusk lighting.  Home prices continue on their upswing as we head into colder weather; let’s check stats for the Brookside zip code of 64113:

September 2018                                                     September 2017

Median list price:       $400,000                           Median list price:     $385,750

Median sales price:    $390,000                           Median sales price:   $382,500

No. of homes sold:         23                                   No. of homes sold:       18

Days on market:            32                                     Days on market:          8

The lowest price sale last month was $245,000 and the highest was $810,000.

Checking year-to-date numbers:

Jan-Sept 2018                                                             Jan-Sept 2017

Median list price:     $400,000                                 Median list price:    $382,447

Median sales price:  $394,000                                 Median sales price:   $373,750

No. of homes sold:    221                                          No. of homes sold:      226

Days on market:            19                                         Days on market:        17

Home values still up compared to a year ago.  Currently there are 62 single family homes for sale in Brookside; 24 are priced over $500K and 8 of those over $1million.  Average sales price is $430,000 and 45 days on market.

(All figures taken from Heartland MLS; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.)

 

 

Landmark Brookside Home for Sale!

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main frontHow many times have you driven by this home and admired the curb appeal…that wrap around porch!!! Was it while walking by during the Brookside Art Fair or marching in the St Pat’s Day Warm Up Parade?  It’s just as beautiful on the inside!

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Look at the stunning original woodwork!  Beautiful crown molding, wood columns, several built-ins and hardwood floors.  The living room features a fireplace and wide stairway to the second floor.

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More built ins here in the dining room, with a large bay window–note the easy flow from the living room area and newer windows throughout the house (except for living room and basement.)

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In the kitchen…plenty of counter space and a chef’s Thermador stove!  The original built-in spice cabinet is here too.  Adjoining the kitchen is a sunny breakfast room, laundry/mud room and half bath.

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On the second floor–all bedrooms are large with spacious closets.  The master bedroom has a master bath, plus a hall bath for the other two bedrooms.

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Outside–a fully fenced yard and two car garage!  Enjoy all of Brookside’s amenities just a few steps away:  the Trolley Track Trail, several shops and restaurants, services and tennis courts, plus metro bus service. 

 

 

You can live the Brookside lifestyle in this 1920s home…move in ready for new owners that will love it as much as the current sellers do!  The home is located at 6342 Main St, on the NW corner of Main and Meyer.  Three bedrdooms, two and a half baths, two car garage.  Offered at $430,000. Contact me for more information!