Waldo Home Sales Report – June 2025

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We are at the halfway mark for home sales this year; and the busy Spring buying and selling season is slowing down. Home prices in Waldo were way up last month compared to a year ago; the YTD figures are a little different. Let’s take a look; the boundaries I am using for the stats are Gregory to 85th St and State Line to Holmes:

june 2025june 2024
Median list price:$364,500$302,000
Median sales price:$366,250$318,000
Days on market:44
No. of homes sold:2634

You can see the median sales price jumped up by 15%; even the list price is 20% higher than June 2024. The reason for this is more of the larger and more expensive homes towards the north and west part of Waldo changed owners. The number of homes sold dropped a bit; most homes sell quickly once they hit the market. The lowest closed price was $135K and the highest was $759,000! Here are the year-to-date figures:

jan-june 2025jan-june 2024
Median list price:$289,000$299,000
Median sales price:$296,000$305,000
Days on market:43
No. of homes sold:149129

These numbers tell a different story–the median sales price is down 3% for the year, yet the number of homes sold is up by15%! Waldo is still a pretty affordable area for first time buyers, which is one reason sales remain steady. Currently there are 29 single family homes for sale, with a median list price of $275,000 and 13 days on market.

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

KCMO Considering a “Road Diet” for Wornall Road

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Last night I stopped by the public meeting regarding proposed safety improvements along Wornall Road. The City is considering reconfiguring the lanes along Wornall Road from 63rd St to Gregory.

The “road diet” would shrink the lanes along this stretch of Wornall from four lanes to three–one lane going north, another south, and a center lane for turning. I believe bike lanes would be included. The graphics were not very specific in my opinion! The meeting room was packed with people, and the main speaker, Uday Manpalli of the KCMO Engineering Division, was not speaking with a microphone so it was difficult to hear the presentation and questions. However, I did get the impression many people were opposed to the road diet, saying it would reroute traffic to the residential streets, especially Brookside Road, and create delays when vehicles were following buses. The goal is to reduce vehicle crashes and improve traffic and pedestrian safety.

Mr Manpalli explained there are three options to consider:

*keep this stretch of Wornall Road as is.

*reduce the lanes as proposed.

*do either of those options AND improve pedestrian safety by installing more pedestrian crosswalks with flashing lights along the route.

You can find out more about the road diet proposal and give your feedback, it is a very short survey, at this link. Whatever is decided, this project is years away from completion!

Brookside Home Sales Report – June 2025

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Here we are, halfway through the year and Brookside home sales are not slowing down–every the million dollar plus properties go under contract quickly! Let’s take a look at the numbers; I’m using the primary Brookside zip code of 64113 for these stats:

june 2025june 2024
Median list price:$685,000$575,000
Median sales price:$725,000$585,000
Days on market:32
No. of homes sold:3325

The median sales price jumped up quite a bit: nearly 24%! We had seven homes sold last month over $1,000,000 which pushed up that median price; in June 2024, just one home closed over a million. The lowest closed price was $345,000 and the highest was $2,050,000. One home on McGee was listed at $685K; it sold for $725,000 sight unseeen.

Here are the year-to-date numbers:

jan-june 2025jan-june 2024
Median list price:$625,000$537,475
Median sales price:$635,000$553,500
Days on market:33
No. of homes sold:123116

Because there have been so many higher priced homes selling, the median sales price is up 14.7% compared to last year; 6% more homes have sold this year. Is this trend now the norm: most buyers pay list price or above….?

Currently there are 18 homes for sale in the Brookside zip of 64113; median list price is $567,000 and 38 days on the market.

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

The Brookside Sidewalk Sale Starts Today!

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July is one of the biggest months for sales–so plan on visiting the Brookside shops this weekend and pick up some deals!!!

The dates are July 10-12, and so many businesses are participating: A Store Named Stuff, LADYCO, EB&Co, The Grove Spa and Boutique, Homegrown, Brookside Toy and Science…and so many more! Part of the charm of this event is just wandering through the stores, finding that certain special something you didn’t know you needed but want to buy–for yourself or someone else…and at a discount!

In addition, on Saturday the paper shredding event is happening behind Jalapeno’s from 8-11am. You can bring up to two boxes (or paper bags) of shreddable paper for free disposal.

Thank you for supporting our locally owned Brookside Shops!

Armour Hills Home Sales Report – May 2025

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I’m a little late posting these stats for Armour Hills…have been busy and now looking forward to a long, easy holiday weekend! However, some interesting buyer activity in May for Armour Hills–you won’t believe how much one buyer went over the asking price to win in a bidding war! Details below:

may 2025may 2024
Median list price:$472,500$397,000
Median sales price:$510,000$400,000
No. of homes sold:54
Days on market:22

Home values were up 27.5% compared to last May…every single house closed over the list price. The largest variance was this: $539,000 sales price; buyer paid $650,000 cash. That’s $111,000 over the asking price! Even so, the highest closed price last month was even higher that $650K–it was $740,000. Here are the year-to-date numbers:

jan-may 2025jan-may 2024
Median list price:$471,250$434,343
Median sales price:$471,250$447,000
No. of homes sold:2623
Days on market:33

Home values are up a healthy 5% for the year so far, and most homes go under contract very quickly. The number of homes changing owners remains steady. However, there are currently 7 homes for sale in Armour Hills with a median list price of $495,000 and 18 days on market–a few more on the market at the same time as usual. Everyone–have a safe and happy Fourth of July holiday!

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

Waldo Home Sales Report – May 2025

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The busy Spring home buying season brought higher sales last month in Waldo; overall for the year, some numbers are up, some are down. Let’s dive into the details; I’m using the street boundaries of Gregory to 85th and State Line to Holmes for these stats, single family home sales:

may 2025may 2024
Median list price:$305,000$300,000
Median sales price:$320,000$326,000
Days on market:32
No. of homes sold:3125

Compared to May 2024, prices were down 1.8 and again, most buyers still paying over asking price. The number of homes increased a bit. The lowest closed price was $155,000 and the highest was $625,000. Below are the year-to-date figures:

jan-may 2025jan-may 2024
Median list price:$295,000$295,000
Median sales price:$291,000$299,500
Days on market:43
No. of homes sold:12396

Here we see prices dropped slightly, about 3% for the year. Still, home sales in Waldo are strong; we’ve had 22% more properties change owners this year. Currently there are 20 single family homes for sale in Waldo, with a median list price of $310,000 and 27 days on the market.

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

Faculty Tables and Patio –Now Open in Brookside

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When my husband and I go out for dinner, and when we have out of town guests visiting, dining at a locally owned restaurant is always a priority.  Fortunately, the Brookside/Waldo area has plenty to choose from–everything from the upscale casual option at Plate to a slice of pizza to go at Pizza Tascio.  Faculty Tables and Patio, at 600 E 63rd, is now another option—locally owned and operated, reasonably priced and a cozy, casual atmosphere. 

Co-owner and chef James Landis has been cooking in KC area restaurants for 21 years now; past spots include Le Fou Frog and Blue Grotto; he also helped open Ragazza.  When the owner of this space, formerly the Flying Horse Taproom, suggested he take over and open a new restaurant, he agreed–as he always wanted to run his own place like so many chefs!   The name was suggested by a former St Peter’s School teacher, and as James’ parents were teachers, he thought Faculty Lounge would be a fitting  homage to the family.

James Landis

Landis created the menu, leaning on his knowledge of French and Italian recipes, but with a dash of his Midwest background stirred in.  On the menu you will see tempura cheese curds, deconstructed apple pie, a trout dish  and the very popular butter burger. Homemade sea salt caramel corn was on the “snack” menu when I stopped by. And of course there is a full bar, with non alcoholic beverages and a “bartender’s cocktail” that changes each day.  “I want this to be a neighborhood place” says James, “someplace people will visit a couple of times a month”.  Faculty Tables offers a happy hour from 3-6 Tuesday through Friday and brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 11-2:30; on the second Monday of the month, there is a ticketed  four course food and wine paired meal.  The website is still a work in progress and there’s a glitch with the Tock reservations system to be worked out; just stop in for a visit soon!   Remember to check out their rotating display of local art on the walls when you go by. ! Faculty Tables and Patio is located at 600 E 63rd St.  

Brookside Home Sales Report – May 2025

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The number of homes changing owners in Brookside remains steady…as prices keep rising. Home values are up significantly compared to 2024. Let’s take a look at the numbers; I’m using single family home sales in the main Brookside zip code of 56113:

may 2025may 2024
Median list price:$699,900$695,000
Median sales price:$740,000$725,000
Days on market:23
No. of homes sold:2525

Of the 25 homes that closed last month, 18 sold at or over asking price. That pushed up the median sales price by 2% over last year’s number; most buyers paid almost 6% over asking price. The lowest closed price was $435,000 and the highest was $2.6 million. Twelve homes sold for over a million dollars! Here are the year-to-date numbers:

jan-may 2025jan-may 2024
Median list price:$599,500$535,000
Median sales price:$620,000$553,500
Days on market:33
No. of homes sold:9091

Virtually the same number of homes have sold this year as last, and most going under contract very quickly. The median sales price is up 12% over 2024. Currently there are 21 active listings in Brookside, with a median list price of $749,224 and 36 days on market. Over half of the homes are priced over $500,000.

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

Patio Fest Happens Thursday in Brookside!

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As a Realtor, many buyers tell me they prefer a “walkable neighborhood”, close to shops and restaurants. Brookside is one of the best walkable areas in the KC metro area– and this Thursday June 12 you can stroll the shopping district listening to live, local music as it’s performed on patios and sidewalks during the Brookside Patio Fest.

From 6-10pm, several local businesses are hosting these performing artists for your listening pleasure! The Roasterie, A Store Named Stuff, Charlie Hoopers, Meddy’s and Jalapeno’s and others are participating; many places are offering specials as well. Gather some friends and make a night of it-or just walk over after dinner for an evening stroll to enjoy the tunes. Thanks to the Brookside Business Association for organizing this annual event!

Armour Hills Home Sales Report – April 2025

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Fewer homes sold yet at higher prices…that’s the story with Armour Hills home sales last month. The median price inched close to $600K–! The year-to-date numbers are a bit different though. Let’s take a look at the details:

april 2025april 2024
Median list price:$585,000$445,000
Median sales price:$585,000$515,000
Days on market:42
No. of homes sold:57

The median sold price of $585,000 was 13.5% higher than last April; the number of homes that changed owners was down by a couple of units. The lowest closed price was $450,000 and the highest was $655,000-$15K over the list price! Year-to-date numbers below:

jan-APril 2025jan-april 2024
Median list price:$470,000$445,000
Median sales price:$469,900$475,000
Days on market:93
No. of homes sold:2119

Compared to last year at this time, prices are off by just 1%; homes are sitting on the market a little longer (still selling quickly-within two weeks) and the number of homes dipped a little. Overall, Armour Hills remains a popular location for those buying in Brookside! Currently there is just one house for sale at $445,000-and this is a home that is unhabitable as is; someone started a rehab but didn’t finish it. It’s been on the market (this time around) for just over two weeks.

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