Kansas City Real Estate Market Report Westport

REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT FOR WESTPORT in KCMO

by Maria Morton

Westport is located south of downtown Kansas City Missouri; north of Brookside and the Plaza; east of Kansas University Medical Center ; west of University of Missouri @ Kansas City, Rockhurst and the Kansas City Art Institute. Graduate students in Law, Medicine and Art find the Westport location convenient for their work, school and play.

Westport Road runs at a diagonal through the usual grid design found in Kansas City. Shops, bars and restaurants line Westport Road and the surrounding streets. Residential dwellings are immediately beyond the business core; some homes may accommodate both a business and a residence.

Cobblestone courtyards, narrow streets and wide, tree-lined sidewalks make Westport a perfect place to meander through eclectic shops, pausing for a drink or a meal at the various venues. Pryde’s is an excellent place to find that perfect gift for a special occasion. Savor an ice cream at Murray’s. Get your hair done at Lady Luck. Other shops you may enjoy include Sheehan’s Irish Imports, Freaks Tattoo, House of Fringe, World Market, Tivoli Theatre, AKA Karate, Westport Floral Design, Oliva Tobacconist, Re-Runs, Kitchens By Kleweno, PopTopia, Screen Tee Gallery, and Imagery.

Kelly’s, a Kansas City landmark, is a good place to learn a little history as you sip an adult beverage. History buffs will enjoy the historic markers throughout Westport telling about early events in Kansas City - including the Battle of Westport, one of the largest battles fought during the Civil War. Read more Westport history.

Live music in Westport can be found at the Record Bar, Stone Spirit Lodge, Buzzard Beach, Blayney’s, Westport Coffee House Theatre, The Beaumont Club, Kelly’s Westport Inn, Knock Kneed Sally, Harpo’s, Westport Flea Market, PoPie, Café Sebastione, Beer Kitchen , Mike Kelly’s Westsider, Dueling Piano Bar, Dark Horse Tavern, Firefly Lounge and more. Young professionals living in Westport like the idea of being able to go out on the town without getting into a vehicle.

Visitors can spend the night at the Q Hotel & Spa or Holiday Inn Express on Westport Road. Simply Breakfast and First Watch are both close to the hotels. For burgers, try the Westport Flea Market - voted the best burger n Kansas City. The variety of lunch and dinner fare offered at restaurants such as Jerusalem Café, Sung Son Vietnamese Bistro, Mario’s, and Harry’s Bar & Tables is sure to delight the gastronomic adventurer.

Most of the homes in Westport were built in the first 3 decades of the 20^th century (1900-1920’s). Houses built prior to 1900 are rare. Most residences from the 1800’s have been torn down while many brick and stone business buildings from that period survive and are still in use today.

There are currently 20 homes for sale in Westport ranging in price between $49,900 and 398,000. (Active Listings)

5 homes have Contracts Pending acceptance/removal of contingencies. 2 homes are Under Contract but accepting Back-Up offers.

13 Westport homes Sold in the last 180 days; 20 homes sold in the last 365 days.

The Average Sold Price for a home sold in Westport was $110,608. Lowest sold price was $63,400; Highest price paid was $166,000.

Single Family Homes (SFH) in Westport come in Bungalow, 2 Story, 3 Story, 1.5 Story, and Ranch styles. Most are made of wood though there are some brick and stone houses. There are a number of Condominium homes in Westport. Most notable are 41 Penn, Carabella, Westport Edge Condos and 40 Penn Row. Décor ranges from Modern, Art Deco, Craftsman to Victorian. It’s a colorful neighborhood.

Parking is at a premium in Westport. Some homes may not have a garage; some have no off-street parking at all. Homes with a garage will cost more than those without. Tandem parking in 2 car garages is not unusual.

If you are considering selling or buying a home in Westport, please call Maria @816.560.3758 for a consultation.

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...*Information obtained from Heartland MLS is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. **This is an eclectic blog combining a little business with pleasure; please consult a licensed professional before making life altering decisions. Maria Morton, Realtor©, SRES is a Kansas City Real Estate Agent licensed in MO & KS and affiliated with Prudential Kansas City Realty 816.410.5499.o Maria Morton Copyright © 2011 *Kansas City Real Estate Market Report Westport*