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Lake Quivira

About the neighborhood: Lake Quivira, Kansas, has a mature yet tranquil rhythm, with a median age exceeding 50. It’s a place where neighbors enjoy boats, waterfront barbecues, and gentle walking paths shaded by mature trees. The beauty here lies in its peacefulness, comfort, and refined simplicity—an ideal haven for those drawn to understated luxury and slow-paced living.
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Community Features & Amenities

Award-Winning Schools

Lake Quivira mostly sits in the Shawnee Mission School District, with a small corner falling under the Turner School District. Public school students typically attend Broken Arrow Elementary for elementary level, Trailridge Middle School or nearby middle schools depending on exact residence, and Mill Valley High School for grades 9-12. Broken Arrow Elementary is fairly small (≈ 350-450 students), has a lower student-to-teacher ratio (~12-15 to 1), and ranks in the top ~30% of Kansas elementary schools for reading proficiency. Mill Valley High performs above state average in math and reading proficiency, has strong graduation rates (~98%), and offers a range of extracurriculars.
Assigned Schools:
  • High School: Shawnee Mission districts (multiple high school options)
  • Middle School: Various Shawnee Mission middle schools
  • Elementary School: Broken Arrow Elementary (highly rated innovative approach)

Transportation & Accessibility

Life in Lake Quivira is tranquility with connectivity. Most residents drive: the average one-way commute is about 24 minutes. Public transit options are minimal; mass transit is not commonly used among residents. The lake’s layout, gated community roads, and private streets contribute to low traffic locally. For air travel, the nearest major airport is Kansas City International, approximately a 35-40 minute drive. Several well-maintained road networks and proximity to nearby arteries make trips to shopping, work, or services fairly hassle-free.

Shopping & Daily Essentials

Because Lake Quivira is a mature lakeside and gated community, many day-to-day needs require travel into nearby suburbs. There is a gas station on Holliday Drive within the city boundaries. For groceries, pharmacies, and a wider variety of retail, residents typically drive into Shawnee, Lenexa, or other parts of Johnson County. The surrounding area has enough convenience retail to cover immediate essentials, but specialty shops or big-box stores are not right inside the gates.

Healthcare & Services

Healthcare access is decent in the Lake Quivira area. A new medical facility, Quivira Medical Pavilion A, has opened in Olathe (151st & Quivira Road) offering specialties like orthopedics, imaging, urology, rehab, etc., bringing more advanced care closer to Lake Quivira residents. Within or near the community are clinics, dental services, and urgent care options, though for hospital-level care or very specialized services people often go to larger facilities in Johnson County.

Parks & Recreation

Lake Quivira is built around its lake, and outdoors life is integral. The 224-acre lake offers boating, fishing, swimming (lifeguarded beach in summer), water skiing, and other water sports. Trails (around 13 or so) weave through woodlands and waterfront areas, offering hiking and birdwatching. The Lake Quivira Country Club anchors much recreation, with a golf course, tennis, fitness center, and wellness/pool amenities. The Quivira Saddle Club adds equestrian options on over 100 acres. Mature trees and aged landscaping provide shade and a calming backdrop.
  • 224-acre spring-fed Lake Quivira with private docks
  • Lake Quivira Country Club championship golf course
  • Tennis courts, fitness center, and lifeguarded beach

Family-Friendly Community

Lake Quivira is ideal for those who appreciate calm, nature, and refined lifestyle. With a median age over 50, many residents are retirees or empty-nesters, though families are present too. Homes include docks or private slips, plentiful waterfront and woods, which create quiet privacy. Gated access, low traffic, and mature landscaping contribute to safe, serene surroundings. Schools are good, but because many children are fewer, much of the community’s rhythm leans toward peaceful mornings, lake afternoons, and social community functions rather than fast-paced urban life.
Average Home Prices:
  • 3 beds: $635K-$800K
  • 4 beds: $800K-$1.2M
  • 5+ beds: $1.2M-$1.5M+
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Dining & Entertainment

Entertainment and dining are more subdued and intimate in Lake Quivira. The Country Club’s clubhouse and grille provide picturesque lakeside dining, especially on the Sunset Terrace or relaxed settings like the 19th Hole after a round of golf. For more diverse restaurant options (ethnic, upscale, or large variety), residents generally drive to Shawnee, Overland Park, or Kansas City. Social life often revolves around community-club events, lake gatherings, boating, or outdoor get-togethers more than nightlife.

Preferred Vendor List

Lake Quivira residents access a network of preferred contractors and service providers familiar with the community’s luxury standards, lakefront property requirements, and the specialized needs of this exclusive gated community’s custom homes and estate properties.

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