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Brookside Home Sales Report–2021

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So we made it to another year, welcome 2022! From all indications, the housing market for Brookside and Waldo will be just as competitive as it was last year. Not enough inventory for all the wanna be homebuyers. In this blog, I’m giving you sales stats for 2021 with a comparison to the previous four years, for single family homes in the main Brookside zip code of 64113. . You’ll see home values took the biggest jump in 2021:

Zip code 6411320212020201920182017
List Price$459,950$419,000$389,950$405,000$395,000
Sales Price$475,000$415,000$380,000$397,000$387,000
Days on Market 3 8 23 18 20
No. Homes Sold 338 327 300 285 287

In the past five years, Brookside homes have jumped 22.7%, with the largest increase from 2020 to 2021: 14%. The number of homes sold per year has been rising steadily. And you’ll note in 2021, the median sales price was higher than the list price. Last year the highest sold price was $4.2 million, and the lowest was $212,000.

If you are thinking of buying or selling in Brookside this year–start getting prepared now! Sellers can make a plan for decluttering, repairs, paint touch ups and deep cleaning; buyers can get finances and budget in order while talking to agents/lenders and get familiar with the process. It’s going to be another busy year!

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

Make Reservations Now for Kansas City Restaurant Week

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During this rather boring time of year (unless the Chiefs keep winning!)….we have KC Restaurant Week to break the monotony! This is the time to check out some eateries you haven’t been to before…and there are so many to choose from. Over 180 restaurants are participating in this year’s event!

Kansas City Restaurant Week is happening January 14-22, 2022. A portion of the earnings will be donated to the Guadalupe Centers–KC’s largest Hispanic association, providing education, health care and other social services in our area for over 100 years now. Reservations fill up fast, especially on weekends, so make your plans now if you plan to dine in. Some places are offering delivery and carry out options.

Below is a list of the participating restaurants in Brookside and Waldo. The fixed lunch price is $15; dinner price is $35 or $45. Not all of the special menus are posted yet–check the website or the KCRW app for updates.

Aixois French Restaurant * Charlie Hoopers * Michael Forbes * Red Door Grill

Boru Asian Eatery * Lews Grill and Bar * South of Summit Taqueria * Summit Grill* The Well * Waldo Pizza.

Note that most of the restaurants are locally owned..and we know how much local businesses have suffered during the COVID pandemic. Thank you for supporting our locally owned restaurants and please tip generously!!!

Brookside Home Sales Report-November 2021

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It’s time to report the November single family home sales for Brookside, and although there was a dip compared to last year, overall prices are way up comparing 2021 to 2020.  Here are the stats, using the main Brookside zip code of 64113:

November 2021                                                      November 2020

Med list price:       $400,000                                            $447,500

Med sales price:  $404,000                                             $465,000

Days on market:      4                                                           5

No. of homes sold:  25                                                      26

The number of homes closed and days on market are consistent; and many buyers are still paying over list price.  The median price is lower because last November, there were three sales over $1,000,000 and none last month.  The highest sales price was $532,500.  Here are the year-to-date numbers:

Jan-Nov 2021                                                                 Jan-Nov 2020

Med list price:     $467,725                                              $415,000

Med sales price:  $475,000                                             $412,500

Days on market:    3                                                           8

No. of homes sold:   310                                                   291

The highest priced sale this year so far is $4.2 million.  Units sold are ahead of last year at this time and sales prices are up 15%!  Currently there are 14 active listings in Brookside, with a median list price of $545,000 and 48 days on market. Prices range from $450K to $4 million.

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

Brookside Home Sales Report-October 2021

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Brookside in the Fall….a messy palate of bright and vibrant colors on trees, bushes, lawns…it’s my favorite time of year in the  neighborhood!  Of course, Brookside homes are attractive any time of year and although last month there was a dip in values, the YTD numbers are still very strong.  Let’s look at the statistics for single family home sales in Brookside, using sales figures from the main Brookside zip code of 64113:

October 2021                                              October 2020

Median list price:     $485,000                       $489,000

Median sales price:  $472,000                       $492,450

No. homes sold:           27                              34

Days on market:          3                                22

Prices dipped 4% compared to last year; homes went under contract much faster. Fun fact:  the highest sale last month was $1,135,000–$40K over the list price.  Below are the year-to-date numbers:

Jan-Oct 2021                                                  Jan-Oct 2020

Median list price:     $475,000                       $415,000

Median sales price:  $480,263                       $412,500

No. homes sold:          280                             262

Days on market:          3                                8

Compared to last year, Brookside home values are up 16% and most homes sell for list price or above.   Currently there are 23 active single family homes for sale in Brookside with a median list price of $565,000 and 23 days on market. The majority of listings–17-are priced over $500,000.

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

Brookside Welcomes a New Full Service Breakfast Restaurant!

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The core shopping area of Brookside  offers many restaurant choices:  Italian, American, Mexican, sushi, burgers, etc for lunch and dinner.  What’s missing?  A  full service breakfast spot: welcome HomeGrown Kansas City Brookside, recently opened at 338 W 63rd St, in the former Avenues Bistro. 

Manager Mark Androes says this location is the  fourth one for the small chain; the other three are in Wichita.  Owners Jon and Lauren Rolph have a specific mission for all of their eateries:  Cultivate Kindness. They believe “if we help each other start the day right, we’re certain we will also awaken a chain of positive acts that cultivate kindness throughout our community.”  The Rolphs specifically wanted to be in the Brookside area and be part of our neighborhood.  Mark says “when people come in and are greeted with genuine kindness, we think it will spread to other neighbors and through the city”.

Mark Androes, HomeGrown Manager

HomeGrown has a cozy, warm vibe and everyone I encountered during my visit was sincerely friendly.  It’s a spacious restaurant—seating 140—with  counter spots too. Large windows frame the corner building, inviting passers-by inside.  But let’s get to the food:  HomeGrown makes most everything onsite and uses local purveyors like Shatto Milk, Farm to Market breads and Scavuzzo meats. They even make their own granola and raspberry jam.  Some of their best sellers include the avocado toast, biscuits and gravy, salsa verde pork and egg, and lemon pop tarts.  HomeGrown is open for lunch as well—serving salads and sandwiches.

A couple of other things to mention:  HomeGrown also has Family Packs you can pre order: sammies, egg bakes, pancakes and scrambles—perfect when family and friends come by for a Chiefs viewing party or the holidays.  On busy weekends when there tends to be a wait—you can hop on Yelp, put your name on the list, and know when to come in.  I also wanted to mention a unique way they spread kindness is through their kids’ menu: children color on the paper and write greetings to a friend or relative; then drop it in the mailbox on the way out. HomeGrown mails the messages! Try HomeGrown soon for a tasty breakfast or lunch. The restaurant is open seven days a week, from 6:30am-2:30pm, at the corner of 63rd St and Wornall.

Brookside Home Sales Report-June 2021

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We are halfway through the year and there isn’t a slowdown in the demand for Brookside homes–most homes are still closing at over asking price and go under contract within a few days. Here are the stats for June 2021, single family home sales, using the main Brookside zip code of 64113:

June 2021                                                                                                June 2020

Median list price:      $482,000                                                                  $424,900

Median sales price:    $500,000                                                                $420,000

No. sold:                       38                                                                              27

Days on market:           2                                                                                8

Last month, four homes sold over $1,000,000–including the highest sale so far this year, at $4.2 million. The lowest closed price was $212,000. Final sales prices were 19% over 2020. Now let’s look at the year-to-date numbers:

Jan-June 2021                                                                                         Jan-June 2020

Median list price:      $470,250                                                                  $425,000

Median sales price:   $482,763                                                                 $433,000

No. sold:                        168                                                                           208

Days on market:           2                                                                                6

Fewer homes on the market means fewer homes sold, which in turn means home prices go up. Compared to last year, home values have risen 11.49% this year–amazing! Currently there are 19 active single family homes for sale in Brookside, with a median price of $595,000. Fourteen homes are priced over $500K; four of those are over $1,000,000.

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

Brookside Sidewalk Sale This Weekend July 8-10

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It’s time for the annual Brookside Sidewalk Sale, happening this weekend July 8-10, 2021! Hours are 10am-6pm each day; stroll around Brookside checking out the various sales and special deals. Don’t forget to plan a stop for a beverage or meal as well!

You can also take advantage of the Shred Event on Saturday, starting at 8am until the trucks are full. Limit two boxes; drop off is in the parking lot behind Jalepeno’s next to the tennis courts.

Thank you for supporting our locally owned Brookside shops, restaurants and services!

Brookside Home Sales Report-March 2021

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If you know someone trying to purchase a home in Brookside…you’ve probably heard stories about how just trying to look at a new listing can be all consuming! These Brookside home sales stats for March 2021 show again how frenzied this market is for buyers. I’ve researched single family home sales that closed last month, using the main Brookside zip code of 64113:

March 2021                                                                                   March 2020

Median list price:     $427,400                                                   $350,000

Median sales price: $430,000                                                   $345,000

No. of homes sold:      26                                                             15

Days on market:            2                                                             15

Home values are up 24% compared to last March; about twice as many homes closed. Those new listings went under contract within 48 hours. Wow! Last month there were nine sales over $500K in Brookside, and one $1.185 million closed sale.

Here are the year-to-date numbers:

Jan-March 2021                                                                          Jan-March 2020

Median list price:     $427,400                                                   $350,000

Median sales price: $430,000                                                   $345,000

No. of homes sold:      26                                                             15

Days on market:            2                                                             15

That’s a double digit increase in home prices from same period last year–14%! Buyers are consistently paying over list price for houses. I don’t know when the bidding wars will end–there is just so much demand. Currently there are just ten homes listing in Brookside, with a median price of $514,975 and eight days on market. Six homes are priced at or over $500K, four of those are well over one million dollars.

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

Brookside Bungalow For Sale

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One of the reasons I love Brookside is this: all the homes are unique and charming in some way; you can buy a $250K fixxer upper or a mini mansion for $800K. My new listing at 5824 Central sits in the pricing middle and offers the best of both worlds: lots of original charm with today’s updates!

Such a beautiful front porch! Just imagine enjoying a warm summer evening, relaxing on the porch swing with a cool beverage, waving at the passers-by. Or, walk a few blocks south to the Brookside shops for browsing, dinner, happy hour or a quick grocery run.

This house is just as attractive on the inside. Step inside the front door to an open floor plan: the living room flows into the dining room, and the dining room opens into the newly remodeled kitchen. Notice the gas fireplace with new mantle and arched tile!

On to the kitchen..totally renovated by award winning Deatherage Home Designs! Plenty of cooking space here, with lots of cabinets, gas stove, new appliances and eat in curved countertop. Newer windows throughout most of the house!

There are three bedrooms and two full baths in this home; one bedroom and bath on first floor; second floor has master suite, and another bedroom that opens to an office nook. Outside the back door, sellers have built a new deck with dining and lounge area, hot tub, and pergola. Private drive and two car garage as well!

Pride of ownership shows in this house–sellers have meticulously maintained it through the years. Offered at $425,000. Contact me for more information! 816 510 1262.

Brookside Home Sales Report-Dec 2020 and 5 Year Comparison

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So, take a guess how much home prices in Brookside increased in 2020 compared to last year….read on and you’ll find out! I’m reporting the stats for single family home sales in the main Brookside zip code of 64113, along with a five year comparison.

December 2020December 2019
Median list price: $449,000$422,500
Median sales price: $430,000$420,000
No. of homes sold: 35 22
Days on market: 8 25

Last month we had two million dollar + homes that closed. The lowest sales price was $259,000 and the highest was $1,376,000. Below are year to date numbers for the past five years:

20202019201820172016
$419,475$389,950$409,900$395,000$350,000
$418,500$380,000$399,000$387,000$350,000
324300283297327
823182034

Home values are up 10% in one year, 19% since 2016. Houses are going under contract much faster, and selling very close to list price. Our highest 2020 sale was just under $2,000,000; fourteen homes closed at over $1,000,000. With interest rates at historic lows and demand quite high, I think we will have a robust spring homebuying season.

Our neighborhood remains very popular with buyers, despite the pandemic that overtook everything this year. Multiple offers are still quite common. Currently there are eleven active single family homes for sale in zip code 64113, with a median list price of $785,000 and 86 days on market. The median price is so high because seven houses are priced over $500K.

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