Overland Park KS Homes for sale & Johnson County Real Estate Blog: September 2008

The city of olathe is celebrating 2 annual festicvals this weekend, the Wild west show & Bullwhacker Days events will take place where the Sante Fe Trail meets the Mahaffie Stage Coach stop.

The event will feature old west reenactments and a traditional Mexican cowboy and horseman show.

The event  was designed to give a window into how life used to be on the prairie.

Events will be happenning all weekend, you can go to their website by clicking here for details on all of the weekends activities.

Overland Park will be holding it's annual Fall Festival this Saturday September 27th. The annual festival features over 200 artists displaying their fine jewerly, crafts & paintings.

The Sante fe Trail Days Parade will roll through downtown at 2pm.

There will also be live music and a motorcycle show at the new Matt Ross Community Center.

For the kids there willbe an inflatable moon walk, slide and a childrens stage with puppets shows, jugglers and singers.

The Festival runs from 9am to 5pm on Saturday and there is parking available at Overland Park elementary.

Do you remember when you were a kid plays snaps with you buddies. You would say things like, I will slap you so hard your unborn children will feel it.

Well, our governement is about to slap us that hard. The pain from these bailouts will be so hard that the unborn children of your unborn children will feel it.

Just like pulling a band aid off fast is supposed to make it hurt less, congress is trying to get this done fast before the pain really sinks in.

Unfortunately America is going to be feeling the sting from this one for a long time, no matter how much Neosporin we put on it. 

Now don't be affraid to raise your hand, but who wants $7500 dollars? Once again don't be affraid to raise your hand, but who wants to buy an Overland Park Home? It seems that the news keeps getting lost in the shuffle that as a first time home buyer you can receive up to $7500 US dollars for buying a house.

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Steeplechase in Leawoood Kansas is a fantastic family friendly subdivision. Developed by Pulte, Steeplechase features and array of 2 story homes, many of which feature a very popular side entry garage. Steeplechase is located in Southern Leawood and is bordered by 143rd Street & Mission. Steeplechases location is very central to everything the area has to offer, including shopping, schools, churches & more.

Last 6 months Home Sales Report for Steeplechase

Month	Year	Units Listed	Listed Volume	Listed Average	Units Sold	Sold Volume	Sold Average	Average DOM
Mar	2008	4	1,543,900	385,975	1	362,900	362,900	38
Apr	2008	2	658,900	329,450	2	720,000	360,000	48
May	2008	1	379,900	379,900	1	372,500	372,500	37
Jun	2008	2	818,950	409,475	2	762,950	381,475	27
Jul	2008	1	400,000	400,000	3	1,188,000	396,000	36
Aug	2008	3	1,004,800	334,933	0	0	0	0
Totals:		13	4,806,450	369,727	9	3,406,350	378,483	37

The Russell Home Team specializes in Steeplechase & Leawood Kansas Homes. Start your search now at www.SearchjocoHomes.com or give us a call at 913-681-1383 for a private consultation.

Sylvan Lake in Southern Overland park is not a huge subdivision but when quality counts it stack right up there. Sylvan Lake has a fantastic mix of 2 story homes with an average price of $223,000. It's highly desireable location near Blue Valley High School makes it a top destination for first time buyers & move up buyers. Sylvan Lake is close to shopping, restaurants, plus easy access to HWY 69 to KC.

Below is the last 6 months Home Sales Statistics

Month	Year	Units Listed	Listed Volume	Listed Average	Units Sold	Sold Volume	Sold Average	Average DOM
Apr	2008	1	229,950	229,950	0	0	0	0
Jun	2008	1	219,950	219,950	1	223,000	223,000	21
Jul	2008	2	430,900	215,450	0	0	0	0
Aug	2008	4	968,500	242,125	0	0	0	0
Sep	2008	1	228,500	228,500	0	0	0	0
Totals:		9	2,077,800	230,867	1	223,000	223,000	21

If you think that Sylvan Lake is your next destination click on the link below to see all of the homes available in Sylvan lake & Overland Park.

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Willow bend located in Southern Overland Park is a perfect subdivision for first time buyers looking to get into the Blue valley school system. with its close proximity to shopping, restaurants & HWY 69 it is also an easy drive to everything Johnson County & KC has to offer. The last 6 months home sales show that Willow Bend is affordable & strong.

                         Listed                                                     Sold                                       Days to sell 

Mar	2008	4	807,350	201,837	2	401,000	200,500	41
Apr	2008	5	1,002,900	200,580	2	363,503	181,751	34
May	2008	3	584,500	194,833	4	794,500	198,625	34
Jun	2008	1	225,000	225,000	4	785,500	196,375	51
Jul	2008	2	410,500	205,250	3	583,950	194,650	30
Aug	2008	3	614,900	204,966	2	401,000	200,500	45
Sep	2008	1	203,950	203,950	0	0	0	0
Totals:		19	3,849,100	202,584	17	3,329,453	195,850	39

If you think Willow Bend is your place to call home then click on the link below to see all of the homes available in Willow Bend & overland Park.

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If you are looking for an affordable alternative in Souhtern Overland Park, look no further than Brittany Park or brittany Highlands. There are not many subdivisions in Southern Overland park where you can buy a home for less than 200k. Brittany combines affordable living and family friends with a location that meets all of your needs. Brittany located just off 151st & Metcalf is close to schools, supermarkets, restaurants & HWY 69.

The last 6 months have seen home sales at a very brisk pace, with homes selling quickly and for top dollar. There is no buyers market in Brittany.

Last 6 months sales statistics

Homes Listed                     20

Homes Sold                        26

Average Sales price            $191,170

Highest Sale                        $216,000

Lowest Sale                         $169,000

Average days to sell           35

That is pretty solid numbers for a so called down market. If you think Brittany park or Highlands is for you then check out the link below to see all of the homes for sale in Brittany, Overland Park of Johnson County.

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South Overland Park is known for a lot of things including good schools, lots of restaurants and large family friendly subdivisions. One of those subdivisions is Birchwood Hills & place. Developed in the early to mid 90's Birchwood feature a fantastic selection of 2 story homes. The subdivision has a fantastic community pool and the location is right in the middle of all of the areas best attractions. To the north & south you will find tons of great shopping including supermarkets, Sams club, Home Depot and the Palazzo movie theatre. Birchwood is also close to schools, churches & HWY 69.

Over the last 6 months Birchwood has had a very strong resale record, homes sell quickly and for close to asking price.

Last 6 months home sales

Homes Listed                15

Homes Sold                   16

Average Sales price      $265,790

Highest Sale                  $312,000

Lowest Sale                  $209,950

Average time to sell       30 days

Birchwood Hill & Place are border by 143rd Street & Antioch, just east of Metcalf. If you think that Birchwood Hills or Place might be your kind of neighborhood, click the link below and check out all of the great house for sale.

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5202 W 157th Terrace Overland Park Kansas 66224

Hampton Place

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Feature:

4 Bedrooms

2 Full & 1 half bathroom

Traditional 2 story fllor plan

Spacious family room with fireplace & built ins

beautiful kitchen w/ granite counters & stainless appliances, hardwood floors

large master suite w/ huge bathroom

Come see this beautiful 2 story located in the fantastic Hampton Place subdivision. Located in Southern Overland Park, walking distance to new elementary school.

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