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Carriage Hills

About the neighborhood: Carriage Hills is a peaceful and family-friendly neighborhood in Kansas City’s Northland. The area features a mix of older ranch-style homes, split-levels, bungalows, and newer constructions, offering a variety of architectural styles and price points. Residents appreciate the clean, quiet streets and strong sense of community, with amenities such as parks and proximity to shopping centers. The neighborhood is served by schools in the North Kansas City School District, including Meadowbrook Elementary and Oak Park High School.
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Community Features & Amenities

Award-Winning Schools

Carriage Hills is served by the North Kansas City School District (#74), a well-respected district of about 21,800 students with strong academic programming and a diverse student population. Meadowbrook Elementary (K-5), one of the schools often assigned to this area, has about 500 students and posts reading proficiency (~53 %) and math proficiency (~43 %) slightly above or near state averages. Oak Park High School is also a key destination for many students—it has ~1,750 students, offers Advanced Placement courses, and boasts a graduation rate around 97 %. Schools in this district are known for solid performance, wide extracurricular options, and improving test resul
Assigned Schools:
  • Clardy Elementary
  • Antioch Middle School
  • Oak Park High School

Transportation & Accessibility

Carriage Hills offers a good balance of quiet neighborhood living with access to major roads. Being in the NKC Northland area means residents are fairly close to arterial corridors that connect to downtown Kansas City and airport routes. While public transit options may be sparser in purely residential streets, commutes by car are reasonable. Streets tend to be well maintained, and the driveway/garage setups make car usage convenient.

Shopping & Daily Essentials

For groceries, pharmacies, and everyday errands, Carriage Hills residents benefit from nearby shopping centers and commercial nodes in the Northland / Gladstone / NKC areas. While the neighborhood itself is residential with little internal retail, most essentials are only a short drive away. Larger retail stores and specialty shops are accessible without long drives, thanks to proximity to established corridors.

Healthcare & Services

Healthcare options near Carriage Hills include a range of primary care, dental, and urgent-care clinics scattered throughout the Northland. For more specialized or hospital services, residents rely on nearby major facilities in North Kansas City and beyond. Given the general affluence and stability of Carriage Hills, access to good providers is seen as a strong plus among residents.

Parks & Recreation

Carriage Hills is surrounded by green space and parks typical of NKC Northland neighborhoods. Because Meadowbrook Elementary is nearby, many families walk or drive short distances to its playgrounds or use its grounds for weekend recreation. There are also city parks, neighborhood walking trails, and larger regional parks within reach. The mature trees and spacious lots in Carriage Hills enhance the feeling of being close to nature while still living in the city.

Family-Friendly Community

Carriage Hills has a solid reputation for being quiet, well-kept, and safe—features that are appealing to families. The mix of architectural styles—older ranches, bungalows, newer builds—means there are home options for different stages of life. The presence of good schools, nearby parks, and community stability adds to the appeal. Neighbors tend to know each other, and many appreciate the blend of community feel without the bustle of denser urban settings.
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Dining & Entertainment

Dining and entertainment immediately surrounding Carriage Hills tends toward casual, family-friendly spots—local diners, coffee shops, and smaller restaurants in Northland. For broader cuisine, more upscale options or nightlife, residents often stretch into Gladstone, Liberty, or Kansas City proper. Community events—such as local festivals, school performances, or neighborhood gatherings—represent much of the entertainment scene for Carriage Hills, making for enjoyable evenings and weekends without needing to travel far.

Preferred Vendor List

Carriage Hills maintains a curated list of trusted local vendors and service providers for residents’ convenience. This preferred vendor network helps community members connect with reliable professionals for home maintenance, services, and other residential needs.

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