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Fairways

About the neighborhood: Fairways is a charming suburban neighborhood in northern Johnson County, Kansas, just minutes from downtown Kansas City. The area boasts large, updated homes, abundant green spaces, and is close to award-winning restaurants and scenic country clubs. Residents enjoy a tight-knit community with excellent public and private schools.
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Community Features & Amenities

Award-Winning Schools

Fairway lies within the Shawnee Mission School District, which consistently ranks among the top school districts in the Kansas City metro. Schools assigned to Fairway addresses include Prairie Elementary School (K-5), Indian Hills Middle School (7-8), and Shawnee Mission South High School (9-12). These schools receive high marks from rating services. Many homes in Fairway are also zoned for other excellent elementary schools like Highlands, Westwood View, or Roesland, depending on exact location. Public and private schools nearby are known for strong academics, competitive extracurriculars, and high college-readiness outcomes
Assigned Schools:
  • Ravenwood Elementary – Noted for supportive staff and reading programs.
  • New Mark Middle School – Provides STEM electives and competitive sports teams.
  • Staley High School – Known for AP programs, strong athletics, and fine arts excellence.

Transportation & Accessibility

Fairway’s compact size (just over one square mile), prime location, and proximity to major thoroughfares make it very accessible. It is just minutes from downtown Kansas City, providing an easy drive for work or entertainment. Major roads like Shawnee Mission Parkway and Mission Road run through or near Fairway, and highway access is convenient for reaching the airport or other parts of the metro. Residents often cite the short commute times and ease of access to both metro and local destinations as major perks.

Shopping & Daily Essentials

Fairway offers a blend of local charm and convenience in shopping. The Fairway Shops strip mall (at Shawnee Mission Parkway & Belinder) includes a grocery store (Hen House), boutique shops, cafés, and daily-errand staples all within walking or short driving distance for many residents. The Shops at Prairie Village are also very close and give options for more upscale or varied retail.

Healthcare & Services

Residents have access to numerous health-related services very close by. For instance, Fairway hosts a flagship vision center (Fairway Eye Center) that offers both medical eye care and stylish eyewear; numerous retail clinics serve basic health needs; and there are private practices and specialists throughout Johnson County nearby. For hospital or advanced care, nearby major medical centers in the KC metro are readily reachable.

Parks & Recreation

Fairway is known for its green spaces and family-friendly outdoor amenities. Neale Petersen Park & Fairway Pool is a highlight for swim and play; the Shawnee Indian Mission Historic Site gives both trails & historical landscape; mature street trees and well-kept parks give Fairway its “City of Trees” nickname. Residents also enjoy proximity to larger regional parks and linear trails such as the Mill Creek Streamway.

Family-Friendly Community

Fairway is tight-knit and welcoming, with a reputation for being safe, well-cared-for, and community oriented. Schools are strong, lots are relatively modest yet shaded, streets are quiet, sidewalks are walkable. Despite being very close to big-city amenities, the neighborhood keeps a suburban, almost village-like feel—neighbors know each other, community events occur, and local businesses are often gathering spots.
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Dining & Entertainment

Fairway maintains a charming foodie/local business scene. Favorites include locally owned cafés, the Fairway Creamery for ice cream & donuts, Coffee & brunch-style spots, and casual dining. For more variety, upscale dining or bigger entertainment options are only a few minutes away in Prairie Village, downtown Kansas City, or nearby suburbs. Local events like outdoor book signings (Rainy Day Books), neighborhood get-togethers, and farm-to-table or grab-and-go café culture are part of the appeal.

Preferred Vendor List

Fairway 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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