About the area: Lake Quivira, Kansas gives buyers a broader way to compare neighborhoods, subdivisions, and live listings within the same city. Buyers use this page to compare homes and neighborhoods within Johnson County, then narrow in on the live listings and subdivisions that match their preferred setting. Lake Quivira is a small lake-centered community on the Kansas side of the metro, with a distinct residential setting compared with surrounding cities. The 2024 ACS 5-year estimate shows about 940 residents and a median owner-occupied home value around $817,900. Use this page as the starting point, then compare the active listings for the details that change by home and by street.
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MoJo Real Estate Team, brokered by Keller Williams Kansas City North, 816-452-4200. Each office independently owned and operated.
Community Features & Amenities
School Boundary References
For school planning in Lake Quivira, start with the exact property address. City and county pages can cross more than one school boundary, so the right assignment may change from one neighborhood or subdivision to the next. Before making a school-based decision, buyers should confirm the current assignment, boundary, program availability, and transportation details directly with the district.
School Assignment Research:
High School: Shawnee Mission districts (multiple high school options)
Middle School: Various Shawnee Mission middle schools
Elementary School: Broken Arrow Elementary
Transportation & Accessibility
Lake Quivira is useful for comparing commute patterns, daily errands, and access to the broader Kansas City metro. Depending on the exact address, buyers can evaluate access to nearby major roads, shopping corridors, and metro employment centers. From the center of Lake Quivira, Google Maps estimates about 26 minutes (15.9 mi) to Downtown Kansas City, 33 minutes (30.9 mi) to Kansas City International Airport, and 28 minutes (13.7 mi) to the Country Club Plaza, without traffic. Commute times can change meaningfully by subdivision and time of day, so we recommend checking routes from the specific property.
Shopping & Daily Essentials
Shopping, dining, and daily essentials in Lake Quivira vary by neighborhood, but buyers have several nearby corridors and service clusters to compare. For day-to-day planning, buyers should compare the exact drive from each property to the stores and services they use most.
Healthcare & Services
Healthcare and everyday service access in Lake Quivira depends on the exact address and the buyer’s provider needs. Buyers should verify provider locations, hours, appointment availability, and insurance coverage directly.
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
Community Overview
Lake Quivira is ideal for those who appreciate calm, nature, and refined lifestyle. Many residents are long-time owners. Homes include docks or private slips, plentiful waterfront, and woods that create privacy. Gated access, low traffic, and mature landscaping create serene surroundings. Community life centers on the lake and social community functions rather than a fast-paced urban rhythm.
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.
