Smithville map tour, published July 2023. Recorded prices, roadworks and travel estimates are historical. The description clarifies school opinions, lake management and flood claims, and updates the Meta data-center forecast. Read the corrections, chapters and research links before planning a move.
Smithville benefits and tradeoffs, published in July 2023. Recorded prices, school opinions, commute estimates and development forecasts are historical. The description includes corrections to lake-park management and housing-price terminology, plus an update on the Meta data center. Read the source notes and chapters before planning a move.
About the neighborhood: Hills of Shannon is a useful starting point for buyers who want to understand how this part of Smithville balances neighborhood character with day-to-day convenience. Current availability points to a larger-home profile, including an active example around 1,464 square feet. Compared with tighter infill areas, the lot profile feels more generous, with current examples centering around about 0.24 acres. From a design standpoint, traditional influences show up often, usually paired with the larger floor plans and finished living areas buyers expect in this tier. Builder names that appear in the local listing history include Cedar Development, which helps explain the custom feel of the area. We use this overview to help buyers understand the subdivision’s character, then pair it with live listings for current availability, pricing, and property-specific details.
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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 buyers comparing Hills of Shannon, school boundaries are usually part of the early due diligence. Many searches in this area start with the Smithville district, with nearby assignment references including Smithville Elementary, Smithville Middle, Smithville High School. Because boundaries and program availability can change, we always recommend confirming the current assignment directly with the district.
School Assignment Research:
Horizon Elementary
Smithville Middle School
Smithville High School
Transportation & Accessibility
Hills of Shannon is useful for buyers comparing daily drive patterns, access to services, and how the subdivision connects to the broader Kansas City metro. Depending on the exact home location, buyers can evaluate access to nearby major roads, shopping corridors, and metro employment centers. From the center of Hills of Shannon, Google Maps estimates about 26 minutes (19.5 mi) to Downtown Kansas City, 17 minutes (12.2 mi) to Kansas City International Airport, and 32 minutes (23.5 mi) to the Country Club Plaza, without traffic. We recommend checking commute times from the specific property during the times of day that matter most to the buyer.
Shopping & Daily Essentials
Hills of Shannon offers convenient access to everyday errands, dining, and retail options, with the exact mix varying by property location. The closest grocery stores include Price Chopper (2.2 mi, about 7 min). Pharmacy options nearby include AuBurn Pharmacy (1.5 mi, about 5 min) and Cosentino’s Price Chopper Pharmacy (2.2 mi, about 7 min). Shopping centers and larger retailers nearby include Fairview North Shopping Center. Restaurants and coffee shops close by include McDonald’s, Pizza Shoppe, Sonic Drive-In, and Sunshine Coffee Co..
Healthcare & Services
Healthcare and service access near Hills of Shannon depends on the exact address, but buyers have several nearby options to compare. The nearest hospitals and medical centers include Saint Luke’s North Hospital-Barry Road (11.7 mi, about 16 min), Kindred Hospital Northland (11.2 mi, about 16 min), and Hospital Valley. The nearest hospitals and medical centers include Saint Luke’s North Hospital-Barry Road (11.7 mi, about 16 min), Kindred Hospital Northland (11.2 mi, about 16 min), and Hospital Valley. Pharmacy options include AuBurn Pharmacy and Cosentino’s Price Chopper Pharmacy. Buyers should verify provider locations, hours, and insurance or service availability directly.
Parks & Recreation
Hills of Shannon has its own walking path by a pond, a neighborhood playground, and easy access to Smithville Lake for boating, fishing, swimming, and mor
Community Overview
Hills Of Shannon offers a practical mix of everyday amenities close to home. Parks close by include Emerald Ridge Park, Helvey Park, and Heritage Park Playground. Nearby dining spots include McDonald’s, Pizza Shoppe, and Sonic Drive-In.
Home Price Context:
Median sold price: $365K (26 sales in 24 months)
Middle half of sales: $345K–$385K, about $150/sq ft
Based on information from the Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS® or Heartland MLS for the period 10/07/2024 through 10/07/2026.
Dining options are typically local—cafés, casual restaurants in Smithville—paired with natural outdoor activities around the lake. For more variety, KC metro destinations are within a reasonable drive.
Parkville home buyers should verify sewer billing, water service, and property-specific utility details before contract deadlines make questions harder to
