This house is a rare find….a four bedroom bungalow, just over 2000 SF and move in ready! As you can see, very attractive curb appeal!
5618 Cherry St, Kansas City MO FOR SALE
Step inside to the first floor, featuring hardwood floors, living room with fireplace, spacious dining room, two bedrooms and full bath.
Living Room with FireplaceDining Room
The kitchen…is spectacular! Recently renovated, sellers have added all new appliances, marble backsplash, quartz counters, custom hood over gas stove and a separate beverage fridge.
Newly Remodeled Kitchen, with Plenty of Countertops and Cabinets
Surrounded by windows, the breakfast nook is full of natural light and leads to a large deck overlooking the back yard.
So much space in this upstairs primary suite! Vaulted ceilings, a walk in closet with laundry, and bathroom with shower and tub. The smaller bedroom on the second floor could be used as office space.
Plenty of grassy area in the fenced backyard for pets or garden; easy access to the lower level garage too!
5618 Cherry St…just a few blocks from Whole Foods, the future streetcar stop; close to Brookside, Crestwood Shops, Loose Park and the Trolley Track Trail! Offered at $419,000. Contact me for more information-Mary Hutchison, Better Homes and Gardens-Kansas City Homes.
Buyers keep flocking to Armour Hills as a Brookside home location; although the number of homes closed last month was less than the previous year. I suspect this was due to the higher interest rates that kicked in this Spring. Let’s take a look at the numbers:
July 2022
July 2021
Median list price:
$399,000
$375,000
Median sales price:
$410,000
$395,000
Days on market:
10
2
No. of homes sold:
5
11
Home values are up 3.7% compared to July 2021. Of the five properties that closed last month, the lowest price was $375,000 and the highest was $452,000 (which was $51K over the list price!). Here are the year-to-date numbers:
January-July 2022
January-July 2021
Median list price:
$397,000
$365,000
Median sales price:
$419,000
$390,000
Days on market:
2
2
No. of homes sold:
48
45
Compared to the same period last year, home prices are up 7.4% in Armour Hills, and we are on track with the same number of properties changing owners.Currently there are four active listings, ranging from $329,000-$439,900 and 31 days on the market.
(All stats taken from Heartland MLS; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.)
Wonderful Waldo, homebuyers want to live there and prices keep going up as a result! There’s been a big gain in home values compared to last year, as you’ll see with the stats below. Let’s start with the July numbers; I’m using Waldo boundaries of Gregory to 85th and State Line to Holmes for the numbers:
July 2022
July 2021
Median list price:
$285,000
$234,500
Median sales price:
$301,000
$260,000
Days on market:
3
2
No. homes sold:
35
32
Homes that closed last month were about 5% over the asking price; and values rose 15.7% compared to July 2021. The lowest closed price was $150K and the highest was $525,000.
Here are the year-to-date stats:
January -July 2022
January-July 2021
Median list price:
$259,000
$250,000
Median sales price:
$278,000
$265,000
Days on market:
3
2
No. homes sold:
187
233
Overall, home prices are up 4.9% this year as compared to same period last year. And buyers are still paying over the list price. You’ll note fewer houses selling; 25% less than a year ago. This could be a result of higher interest rates that kicked in this spring.
Currently there are 18 single family homes for sale in Waldo with an average list price of $270,500 and 17 days on the market. Prices range from $139,000 to $485,000.
(All stats taken from Heartland MLS; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.)
We have some interesting home sales stats for this month’s Brookside home sales report–a big increase in price compared to last year, but fewer homes sold. Let’s take a look at the specifics; I am using the main Brookside zip code of 64113 for this info, single family homes:
July 2022
July 2021
Median list price:
$540,000
$434,500
Median sales price:
$530,000
$460,000
Days on market:
3
3
No. of homes sold:
35
28
Home values rose 15% compared to July 2021, yet many buyers ended up paying just under the list price last month–whereas last July, when interest rates were much lower, buyers were paying over asking price. Homes are still going under contract quickly–within a few days. Last month, four homes closed over $1,000,000; the highest closed sale was $1.7 million and the lowest sale was $310,000. Now let’s look at the year-to-date numbers:
Jan-July 2022
Jan-July 2021
Median list price:
$495,000
$450,000
Median sales price:
$510,000
$478,000
Days on market:
2
2
No. of homes sold:
181
196
These figures show a 6.5% increase in home prices YTD compared to the same period in 2021; buyers paying about 3% over asking price. Fewer homes sold so far this year; this could be a result of the higher interest rates that started in the Spring. Currently there are 14 active single family homes for sale in Brookside, with an average list price of $429,950 and 20 days on the market.
(All stats taken from Heartland MLS; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.)
It’s soooooo hot……are you desperate for something new and refreshing to send a cool chill through your skin? I’ve got a suggestion: stop in Brookside’s newest restaurant, Earl’s Premier, and enjoy a tasty frozen gin and tonic at the bar. They sell a lot of them these days, over 1800 glasses just last month!
Cory Dannehl and Todd Schulte
Come for the G&T, stay for the food! Earl’s emphasis is on very fresh seafood: start with the oyster bar, stocked by a company that represents 30 small independent oyster farms. “We are very lucky to have this connection”, explained co-owners Todd Schulte and Cory Dannehl. “They don’t supply to big chain restaurants. Our oysters are delivered three times a week, usually within 36 hours of being pulled out of the ocean”. Other popular menu items include a New Orleans-style Po’ Boy sandwich, mussels, shrimp cocktail, clam chowder, a blue crab guacamole, the Piri Piri spiced chicken plus nightly specials.
You probably heard Todd’s name associated with various restaurants in the KC area: Joe D’s Wine Bar in Brookside, the Happy Soup Eater and Happy Gillis Café in Columbus Park. Most recently he worked with Christopher Elbow. Cory supplied beer to Todd’s work spots via Central States Beverage and the two became friends. They both traveled to coastal areas and “liked that lifestyle. We wanted to bring a small, independent seafood place to Kansas City. And we wanted it to be a neighborhood place, where people can stop in, hang out, have some good seafood.” Both live in Brookside and were familiar with the former Chai Shai space, knowing it would be just right for the type of place they wanted to open.
Let’s get back to the frozen G&T and what inspired that drink: Cory and Todd were visiting Austin, and found a bar that was serving a frozen gin and tonic. Somehow they procured the recipe and purchased the machines to make the drink for Earl’s. It’s a very precise recipe and has to be mixed and chilled just right to keep the consistency of the drink. Of course they use local J Rieger and Co gin! Earl’s also has a few other signature cocktails and a large selection of beer, wine and hard liquors.
Earl’s Premier, 651 E 59th St
Earl’s Premier takes reservations and because it’s a small restaurant, tables fill up quickly. You can eat at the bar or on the patio if there is space—there are plans to install a roof and enclose the outdoor space next month for more seating. Stop in and check out Earl’s Premier—located at 651 E 59th St. They are open Tuesday through Saturday, and plan to start Sunday brunch sometime this month. The staff is friendly and welcoming—you’ll love the small neighborhood vibe of the place as well as the food!
Halfway through the year for Waldo home sales and the stats are showing a bit of a slowdown to what we’ve been experiencing for the past several months: buyers are still paying over the asking price, and newly listed homes going under contract within 48 hours. Yet the number of units sold — big drop. Here are the details for single family homes in Waldo; I use the street boundaries of Gregory to 85th St and State Line to Holmes:
June 2022
June 2021
Median list price:
$240,000
$255,000
Median sales price:
$250,000
$270,000
No. homes sold:
27
49
Days on market:
2
2
There was a 7.4% drop in median sales price compared to June 2021 and fewer homes sold. Part of the reason for this could be the interest rate hikes that started this Spring–that can have an affect on buyers’ budgets. Here are the year-to-date numbers:
Jan-June 2022
Jan-June 2021
Median list price:
$250,000
$255,000
Median sales price:
$275,000
$265,000
No. homes sold:
149
195
Days on market:
2
2
This chart shows us the number of units closed is down 23% compared to last year, and prices are up 3.7%. Fewer units available for sale pushed the closed price higher as some houses are still experiencing multiple offers for the well maintained, well priced properties.
Currently there are 13 homes listed in Waldo, with a median list price of $314,900 and six days on the market.
(All stats taken from Heartland MLS; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.)
Home values in Armour Hills continue to rise, and last month we had the third highest closed sale ever–it’s very rare for an Armour Hills house to sell for over $700K but it happened again! Here are the stats for this Brookside subdivision:
June 2022
June 2021
Median list price:
$390,000
$337,500
Median sales price:
$430,000
$347,500
No. of homes sold:
9
8
Days on market:
2
2
Overall, home values are up 23% compared to June 2021! The highest sale last month was $701,000 on a list price of $660,000. The lowest sale was $365,000.
Here are the year-to-date numbers:
Jan-June 2022
Jan-June 2021
Median list price:
$395,000
$365,000
Median sales price:
$420,000
$367,450
No. of homes sold:
43
34
Days on market:
2
2
Compared to the first six months of last year, home values are up 14%; buyers are paying 6% over asking price. With interest rates rising, we’ll see how the end of the year shakes out–if prices come down somewhat. There is still a lot of demand so I don’t foresee a big plunge in home sales at all. Currently there are five homes listed in Armour Hills with an average price of $405,000 and ten days on the market. The ten day figure shows you that at least some homes are not going under contract within 48 hours of listing. Of those five homes, all listed within the three weeks, three of them have had price reductions.
(All stats taken from Heartland MLS; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.)
Here we are at the halfway point of home sales this year…and my, how the market has changed since January! Primarily regarding the higher interest rate. There is still quite a bit of demand though, and prices are still rising. Let’s take a look at last month’s stats first for Brookside, using the primary zip code of 64113:
June 2022
June 2021
Median list price:
$459,950
$482,000
Median sales price:
$485,000
$500,000
No. homes sold:
26
38
Days on market:
2
2
The highest sale last month (and so far for 2022) was $2.85 million, which was $101K over the list price! The lowest closed price was $340,000. Final sales prices were about 3% below last June.
Here’s a look at year-to-date numbers:
Jan-June 2022
Jan-June 2021
Median list price:
$489,250
$470,250
Median sales price:
$500,500
$482,763
No. homes sold:
146
168
Days on market:
2
2
Overall, buyers are still paying just under 4% over the asking price; and home values are up 6.74% compared to the first half of 2021. We’ve had fewer sales this year; most Brookside houses are still going under contract within 48 hours of listing. Currently there are 14 active single family home listings in Brookside, with an average list price of $487,500 and nine days on the market. Prices range from $300K to $4,000,000.
(All stats taken from Heartland MLS; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.)
How many times have you walked past Leopold Gallery…but didn’t stop in? Perhaps you thought “well I can’t afford anything here” or “I don’t know anything about art”. That’s what stopped me from browsing the gallery…until Paul Dorrell, President, invited me for a visit. “I’ve got a new feature to show you—come on by!”. And I did, thinking…this is a gallery, I’m not obligated to make a purchase…and I love browsing through art museums…I should have checked this place out years ago!
Paul grew up in Leawood and studied art history at KU. After a season on a fishing boat in Alaska, he worked as Assistant Director at the Hill-Stead Museum of French Impressionism in Connecticut, where he learned volumes about the art world. He moved back to Kansas City in the late 80s, met his wife Annie, and opened his gallery to primarily represent Missouri and Kansas artists. His first space was at the old Hotel Savoy, followed by a place in the Crestwood Shops. After outgrowing that space, he moved to this location on 63rd St in 2007. Leopold Gallery has over 8000 clients, and the majority of his sales are over the phone or online. You’ve probably seen works from the artists he reps at the University of Kansas Health System, Arrowhead and Kaufmann stadiums, the Prairie Village Shops, Kansas State University, Disneyworld and even in some Marvel movies! He’s also working on providing art for the new Ben Stiller comedy High Desert, coming this fall to Apple TV.
Paul Dorrell, Leopold Gallery
Inside Leopold Gallery, you’ll see a broad range of works, including abstract, landscape and conceptual art. Chances are there is something you will enjoy looking at or thinking about. Paul gives back to our community as well. He established the Leopold Gallery Educational Foundation and actively works with Sumner and Paseo Academy art programs.
So what is the new feature in the gallery?? It’s a two story slide! He wanted to install a slide a year ago, inspired by his visit to the eclectic Meow Wolf space in Santa Fe. “I want to make adults feel like kids again, and remove the intimidation that people can feel in a gallery” says Paul. He welcomes all ages to take the plunge from the first floor to the lower level. The ride is pretty slick and fast, surrounded by flashing lights all the way down… it’s fun and different and just a very welcoming feature of this space. Plus, there is no charge to enjoy the ride!
Stop in and say Hi to Paul, take a slide ride and enjoy the art the next time you are strolling by Leopold Gallery, 324 W 63rd St. Hours are 10am-6pm Monday through Friday, and 10-5 on Saturday.
Come out to support your local merchants this weekend…and pick up some hot summer deals! The Brookside Sidewalk Sale is happening Thurs/Fri/and Sat, July 7-9, 2022.
Browse the shops along 63rd St and find a little something for yourself or a special friend. You’ll find discounts and sales a plenty! And remember to take a break by grabbing a beverage or meal at one of Brookside’s fine restaurants and eateries.
The Shred Event is also happening on Saturday July 10, starting at 8am in the parking lot behind Jalapeno’s. More info here!.
Inside Brookside (And Waldo) 