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Leawood

About the neighborhood: Leawood, Kansas, is a sought-after community where convenience meets charm. Its highly rated schools, scenic trails, and inviting green spaces make it a favorite for families and professionals looking for a place that balances sophistication and warmth.
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Community Features & Amenities

Award-Winning Schools

Leawood is served primarily by two top elite public school districts: Blue Valley USD 229 and Shawnee Mission USD 512, both with strong academic reputations. Within Leawood, standout public elementary schools include Leawood Elementary, Mission Trail Elementary, Prairie Star Elementary, plus Brookwood Elementary in the Shawnee Mission system. For middle school, Leawood Middle School (Blue Valley) and Prairie Star Middle School are common assignments. High school students in much of Leawood attend Blue Valley North High School, which offers a rigorous curriculum, many extracurriculars, high graduation rates, and is among the higher performing high schools in the area. Leawood Elementary in particular ranks in the top ~5% of Kansas schools for test scores; reading and math proficiencies are well above state averages. Leawood Middle also performs above average, especially in math, though there is some variation by grade; student-teacher ratios generally hover in the low to mid-teens per teacher.
Assigned Schools:
  • High School: Blue Valley West High School
  • Middle School: Leawood Middle School
  • Elementary School: Leawood Elementary School

Transportation & Accessibility

Leawood benefits from excellent transportation links. Major roads like Interstate 435, U.S. Route 69, and State Line Road provide direct access to Kansas City and its suburbs. Local projects—such as planned improvements along 103rd Street—are designed to enhance access for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike, increase safety, and better link schools. Walkability within certain neighborhoods is good, and Leawood has invested in sidewalks and trails, though many errands still require a car, especially if traveling outside the core. Public transit options exist but are more limited than suburban driving; for many residents, commuting is done by car or rideshare.

Shopping & Daily Essentials

Leawood has a rich mix of upscale and everyday retail. Park Place Leawood is a centerpiece: a mixed-use shopping, dining, office, and residential hub with boutiques, restaurants, wellness services, and regular events. Other shopping experiences include Town Center Plaza & Town Center Crossing, as well as Mission Farms, where restaurants, fitness, and local stores cluster. For basics—groceries, pharmacies, hardware, etc.—Leawood has solid coverage, and more premium or specialty shopping is available without having to venture far.

Healthcare & Services

Healthcare access in Leawood is strong. There is access to full service hospitals such as Menorah Medical Center, plus numerous clinics, urgent care locations, and retail health clinics scattered throughout the area for convenient care. There are also many specialized medical offices, dental practices, and wellness services within the city or just beyond its boundaries. Local services such as police, fire, public works, utilities, and parks & recreation are well maintained and responsive, reflecting strong municipal resources.

Parks & Recreation

Leawood shines on parks, green spaces, trails, and outdoor amenities. The city maintains six parks, an aquatic center (including a large 50-meter pool), and dozens of fields, courts, and recreation facilities. There is an 8.2-mile trail system linking parks, including Tomahawk Creek Trail which connects multiple green spaces and ponds, ideal for walking, jogging, biking, picnics, nature watching. Leawood parks are well maintained, with picnic shelters, playgrounds, tennis courts, and pond fishing in many locations. Residents enjoy both small neighborhood parks and larger scenic stretches.
  • Ironwoods Park – 115-acre flagship park with nature center and amphitheater
  • Leawood City Park – community gathering space with events and programs
  • Extensive trail system connecting neighborhoods and parks

Family-Friendly Community

Leawood is often considered one of the most family-friendly suburbs in the Kansas City metro. It combines lush, mature landscaping; quiet, well-maintained streets; excellent schools; abundant parks and trails; and a sense of safety and stability. With relatively high incomes, low crime, and high property values, the neighborhoods tend to attract long-term homeowners. Community involvement is strong, children have many options for sports, arts, and nature activities, and residents often cite the mixture of sophistication + warmth as the reason they’re proud to live in Leawood.
Average Home Prices:
  • 3 beds: $550K-$650K
  • 4 beds: $650K-$850K
  • 5+ beds: $850K-$1.2M
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Dining & Entertainment

Leawood offers a very polished yet comfortable dining and entertainment scene. Within the city and at spots like Park Place or Mission Farms, there are restaurants ranging from casual family friendly to more refined fare, as well as cafés, dessert houses, and wine bars. Shopping centers often host events, live music, or seasonal gatherings. For broader nightlife, theater, major concerts, or large-venue entertainment, people often head into Kansas City, but Leawood provides plenty of local atmosphere without having to go far.

Preferred Vendor List

Leawood maintains relationships with trusted local service providers who understand the community’s high standards and deliver exceptional quality for home maintenance, landscaping, and professional services.

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