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Real Estate in Kansas–Missouri Today: Key Trends & What They Mean for You

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1. A Cooling Investor Presence—Opportunity for Locals

Institutional investor activity has declined by about 13% year-over-year in both Kansas and Missouri, with a 9% dip specifically in the Kansas City metro. This slowdown means less competition, especially in affordable neighborhoods—great news for first-time buyers and local families. Missouri also saw an 18% surge in FHA loan usage, further leveling the playing field for individual buyers.

2. Kansas City Remains a “Hot” Market

Kansas City continues to stand out nationally. Zillow included it among the 10 hottest housing markets of 2025, alongside other Midwest cities like St. Louis. These are areas where demand heavily outweighs supply—creating seller-friendly conditions, with fast sales and competitive pricing

3. Local Market Snapshots: Kansas vs. Missouri

Johnson County, KS (e.g., Overland Park & Olathe):

  • Median home price: $480,000, up 5.5% year-over-year.

  • Inventory shrank by 2.9%, dropping to a 2-month supply.

  • Homes sell in 27 days—well below the national average—highlighting a fast-paced market.

Kansas City Metro:

  • Missouri side: Median in KC, MO is $289,265, +5.2%; days on market: 81 days.

  • Kansas side: Median in KC, KS is $233,000, +7.6%; days on market: 66 days.

  • Inventory is growing (15.9% increase in MO, 19.9% in KS), but the market remains competitive due to tight supply.

Missouri Statewide:

  • Median home price around $261,000, reflecting a 4.4% increase.

  • Sales volume rose 9.2%, while the average home stays on the market for ~25 days, suggesting a balanced but active market.

4. Mortgage Rates: The Waiting Game

Mortgage rates are hovering around 6.75%, which is suppressing demand to some extent. However, if rates dip to 6%, analysts say it could unlock homeownership for approximately 5.5 million more households, potentially driving a 14% surge in home sales—Kansas City among the metros poised to benefit most.

5. Urban Development Highlights: Enhancing Livability

  • The KC Streetcar extension to UMKC, now under construction, is slated to open in October 2025—a significant boost to connectivity in southside neighborhoods

  • South Loop Park (Roy Blunt Luminary Park) is underway—a 5.5-acre “lid” park connecting the CBD with the Crossroads district, projected to elevate property values and catalyze development in downtown KC.

  • In Kansas City’s Lykins neighborhood, once plagued by blight, revitalization efforts—including affordable housing and park installations—are turning the area into a model for neighborhood reinvestment.

6. Migration Shifts: Midwest Gaining Ground

A broader migration trend is emerging: people are moving away from the overheated “Sunbelt” and toward Midwestern and Northeastern states, including Missouri. This shift is partly due to high costs in southern metros and climate-related concerns—boosting demand and long-term growth potential in the Midwest.

 

Check out the predictions on interest rates for the FED meeting on September 17th

Local Pulse Real Estate News in KC Sandy Herrick Blue Valley Specialist Realtor 0Comments
For the week of August 15th to August 21st, mortgage rates edged slightly higher.
With the 30-year fixed rate rising from to 6.74% on a 30 year fixed conforming loan, contributing to a 1.4 % dip in mortgage applications, the August 20 FOMC minutes reinforced that most FED official still see inflation risks as outweighing labor concerns, signaling reluctance to cut rates further.
 Rate Market Update
  30-YR. Conforming
               6.74%
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September 17 FOMC Meeting (FED Meeting Watch)
Predictions:
NONE – Predicted an increase in interest rates
24.7% Predicted rates will remain the same
75.3% Predicted a decrease in interest rates

$30k price Improvement for quick sale – now priced at $350,000. Great Fix/Flip or Occupy the home. All Big ticket items have been finished.

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Mark your calendar for open house Sunday 8/31 from (1:00-3:00pm). $30,000 Price improvement – now $350,000.
Great Fix/Flip or Occupy the home, all the big ticket items are finished.
You don’t want to miss this Cape Cod charmer. Spectacular Corner lot and hop, skip to mission restaurants and shops.
Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.1 bathrooms, 2 living areas and a 1 car garage with full basement for storage. Home offers arched doorways, original hardwood floors along with original woodwood.
Larged fenced backyard with HUGE shed make a great workshop & a double gate to park those Big Toys!!
Award winning Shawnee Mission Schools.
Sandy Herrick – ReeceNichols – 913-205-4333
Price $350,000
Address 5301 Sycamore Drive
Roeland Park, KS 66205
MLS 2553235

8/30-9/1 – Welcome to the Art of Living Part 1 Workshop – In Person

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House Cleaning – Call today, Clean tomorrow!!

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Residential & Commercial Cleaning Services!!

Services offered: Move In/Move Out Cleaning, Office Building, Apartment, Hall-ways. Getting Ready for your Home to go on the market and need a show ready Cleaning.

No job to Big or too Small

Reasonable Prices, Very Dependable and 10 years in business.

Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly, 1 time cleaning

Serving the Kansas City area, Johnson, Wyandotte, Jackson & parts of Cass counties.

Call us for a free quote

Sandy Herrick
Maid-n-Heaven Cleaning Services
913-205-4333

Sleep and Anxiety Relief

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Learn the most powerful techniques to free your mind from anxiety and get better quality sleep 

Rejuvenate body-mind • Experience deep rest • Increase productivity

What will I get from the workshop?

Rejuvenate holistically

When you regulate your breath, you regulate your mind and the quality of your life is determined by the state of your mind. The pranayama and an insight Ayurveda-inspired lifestyle will bring harmony in the body and mind, ensuring better sleep.

Good nights, good days

Sleep disturbances, sleep apnea, and insomnia are linked with heart disease, stroke, diabetes, obesity, depression, memory problems, and sexual dysfunction. Good sleep is necessary for optimal health as it affects hormone levels, mood, and weight. Sleep protocol improves the quality of sleep and cures insomnia effectively. 

Hiring Liquor Store Manager and Cashiers

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Looking for 1-2 years experience Liquor Store Manager for a newly built Oasis Liquors in Gardner, KS. Applicants need to have Work Authorization in USA. We are also looking for efficient Cashiers for the Oasis Liquors, located at 17520 New Trails Pkwy, Suite B, Gardner, KS 66030. Please send applications to amitdf3llc@gmail.com. Attractive payrate, friendly atmosphere and professional work environment!!!

Open House Sunday 8/3 (1:00-3:00) Roeland Park – Seller Motivated

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Welcome to this charming 1940 cape cod 1.5 story home on a HUGE corner lot.  Home is filled with character, featuring arched doorways,d original hardwood floors, dormer windows & original woodwork throughout.  It is now ready for somone to bring in their personal touches & modern updates.  The main level features 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a cozy living room with a fireplace offering warmth & character, formal dining room, a spacious familyroom including a fireplace perfet for entertaining.  Upstairs offers large bedroom, bonus room and 1/2 bath, the layout offers great flexibility for a variety of living arrangements.  Single car garage & full basement add extra storage, workshop or future expansion potential.  A large fence backyard with HUGE shed make a great workshop and a double gate to bring in those big toys. Newer HVAC.  Covered patio great for afternoon bbq’s. This home’s location is unbeatable!  Short distance to parks, restaurants & missions vibrant coffer shops.  Award winning Shawnee Mission schools.

For a private showing or questions, reach out to me at 913-205-4333.

Sandy Herrick

ReeceNichols

Sandy Listing – 7424 Maywood Ave, Raytown

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Charming Brick Ranch Home in Raytown – Spacious, Updated & Move-In Ready!

We are pleased to feature this beautifully maintained all-brick ranch-style home located at 7424 Maywood Ave, Raytown, MO 64133, now available for $255,000. Set on a generous .26-acre lot, this spacious home offers over 3,100 sq ft of living space, featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a finished walk-up lower level, and an oversized 2-car garage. Recent updates include remodeled bathrooms, solid wood interior doors, oak cabinetry in the kitchen, and modern appliances. The home’s versatile lower level can function as a recreation space or mother-in-law suite, with a full kitchen, family room, and bathroom.

With beautiful mature trees, a private fenced backyard, and extra pad parking for RV/boat, this home is a true gem in a convenient location close to shopping, dining, and top schools. Listed by Sandy Herrick of ReeceNichols, a KCdesi Prime Member, this property reflects her commitment to quality and care in every listing. For more information, contact Sandy at (913) 205-4333.

New Listing – Perfect for owner occupy or as a investment property.  If you are thinking about getting into real estate investment, please reach out to me and let’s get started.

Contact me for a private showing

Sandy Herrick

ReeceNichols

913-205-4333