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East Side Neighborhood Guide Kansas City, MO
About
East Side is a vibrant neighborhood in Kansas City, Missouri, characterized by its rich history and eclectic cultural scene. It's bordered by Interstate 70 to the north, providing easy access to various parts of the city. It’s home to attractions like the Kansas City Zoo and Swope Park, one of the largest city parks in the U.S.
What You Will Love about East Side, Kansas City, Missouri
- East Side is home to various dining, shopping, and entertainment venues that cover a mix of tastes and interests.
- The area’s historic charm, diverse architecture, and the rich cultural scene make it a fascinating place to live.
- With Swope Park in the neighborhood, residents have plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation.
What’s Nearby
East Side, Kansas City is close to downtown, making it convenient for those who commute for work or enjoy the city’s bustling nightlife. Other nearby areas of interest include the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, and the Crossroads Arts District, known for its vibrant art scene.
Lifestyle
In East Side, Kansas City, you'll enjoy a lifestyle marked by a blend of urban and suburban. The neighborhood offers a balance between the tranquility and greenery of suburban life and the convenience and vitality of city living. Its diverse culinary scene and plenty of recreational spaces contribute to an active, engaging lifestyle for its residents.
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Rental Trends in East Side
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| Sep 2023 | Oct 2023 | Nov 2023 | Dec 2023 | Jan 2024 | Feb 2024 | Mar 2024 | Apr 2024 | May 2024 | Jun 2024 | Jul 2024 | Aug 2024 | Sep 2024 |
| $1530 | $1530 | $1350 | $1398 | $1398 | $1199 | $1049 | $1432 | $1514 | $1943 | $1340 | $736 | $736 |
| $750 | $700 | $700 | $1180 | $800 | $793 | $786 | $779 | $772 | $765 | $760 | $836 | $859 |
Explore the Neighborhood
There are 224 restaurants, 63 grocery stores, and 35 parks within a mile of the East Side neighborhood.
Balls Food Central WarehouseRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.2 miles
6817 Stadium Dr
- Four B
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
6800 E 39th St
- Bottles Liquors
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Liquor Store
•1.3 miles
4400 E 39th St
- Thirty Fifth Street Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.8 miles
3801 E 35th St
- Jubilee Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.8 miles
2410 Hardesty Ave
- Save A Lot
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.8 miles
3500 Blue Ridge
- Balls Food Central Warehouse
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.2 miles
6817 Stadium Dr
- Four B
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
6800 E 39th St
- Bottles Liquors
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Liquor Store
•1.3 miles
4400 E 39th St
- Van Brunt Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•1.5 miles
2701 Van Brunt Blvd
- Stadium Liquors
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•1.7 miles
5110 Bristol Ave
- Thirty Fifth Street Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.8 miles
3801 E 35th St
Amf Strike'n Spare LanesArts and Entertainment, Bowling Alley, Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant
•0.3 miles
13001 E 40 Hwy
- Skin
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant
•0.9 miles
7400 E US Highway 40
- McDonald's
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Burger Joint, Fast Food Restaurant
•1.1 miles
3051 Van Brunt Blvd
- Big Mouths Chicken Fish Tenderloin
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Fast Food Restaurant
•1.2 miles
3010 Van Brunt Blvd
- Antojos El Korita
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant
•1.3 miles
8500 E US Highway 40
- Craft And Draft
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Beer Bar, Sports Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant
•1.5 miles
1 Royal Way
Amoco Food ShopRetail, Convenience Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•1.2 miles
3027 Van Brunt Blvd
- Express Stop
Retail, Convenience Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•1.3 miles
2911 Van Brunt Blvd
- Dollar General
Retail, Discount Store
•1.3 miles
5000 E Linwood Blvd
- 7-Eleven
Retail, Convenience Store
•1.6 miles
2636 Van Brunt Blvd
- Everyday Convenience
Retail, Convenience Store
•1.7 miles
5401 Blue Pkwy
- Fast Stop
Retail, Convenience Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•1.7 miles
7100 Eastwood Trfy
LeedsLandmarks and Outdoors
•0.1 miles
3741 Fuller Ave
- La Casita Mobile Home Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Campground, Travel and Transportation, RV Park
•0.8 miles
3210 Crystal Ave
- Mayfair Mobile Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Campground, Travel and Transportation, RV Park
•0.9 miles
3348 Smalley Ave
- Heart Mobile Village
Landmarks and Outdoors, Campground
•1.1 miles
7000 E US Highway 40
- Cypress Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•1.6 miles
E 30 St and Cypress Ave
- Seven Oaks Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Nature Preserve, Sports and Recreation
•1.6 miles
3700 Kensington Ave
Amf Strike'n Spare LanesArts and Entertainment, Bowling Alley, Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant
•0.3 miles
13001 E 40 Hwy
- Cashmark Media
Arts and Entertainment
•1.3 miles
4702 Eastern Ave
- Arrowhead Stadium-Hyvee Gate
Arts and Entertainment
•1.3 miles
1 Arrowhead Dr
- Chiefs Hall Of Honor
Arts and Entertainment, Museum
•1.3 miles
1 Arrowhead Dr
- Fashion For A Cause
Arts and Entertainment
•1.4 miles
1 Arrowhead Dr
- Arrowhead Stadium
Arts and Entertainment, Stadium
•1.4 miles
1 Arrowhead Dr
BPTravel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.8 miles
4516 E 39th St
- Conoco Gas Station
Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.8 miles
5353 E 39th St
- A Q Beauty Supply
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•1.0 mile
3136 Stadium Dr
- Amoco Food Shop
Retail, Convenience Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•1.2 miles
3027 Van Brunt Blvd
- Ross Miller Cleaners & Laundry
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Dry Cleaner
•1.2 miles
5300 E Linwood Blvd
- Express Stop
Retail, Convenience Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•1.3 miles
2911 Van Brunt Blvd
UPS Supply Chain SolutionsBusiness and Professional Services, Office, Office Building, Sports and Recreation, Running and Track, Track
•0.7 miles
3520 Enterprise Dr
- Chiefs Pro Shop
Retail, Sporting Goods Retail
•1.3 miles
1 Redcoat Ln
- Royals Team Store
Retail, Sporting Goods Retail
•1.5 miles
1 Royal Way
- Kansas City Royals
Sports and Recreation, Baseball, Baseball Field
•1.5 miles
1 Royal Way
Linwood YMCA/James B. Nutter, Sr. Community CenterSports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•1.9 miles
3800 E Linwood Blvd
- YMCA
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•1.9 miles
3800 E Linwood Blvd
Craft And DraftDining and Drinking, Bar, Beer Bar, Sports Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant
•1.5 miles
1 Royal Way
- Rival's Sports Bar
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Sports Bar
•1.5 miles
1 Royal Way
- Lafferty's Lounge
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Lounge
•1.8 miles
6301 Blue Pkwy
- Neighbors Cocktail Lounge
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Lounge, Restaurant, American Restaurant
•1.8 miles
9025 E 35th St
- The Yum Yum Bar & Grill
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Lounge
•1.9 miles
5304 E 24th St
- Sports Nutz
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant, BBQ Joint
•1.9 miles
9101 E US Highway 40
Veterans Affairs Medical LibrCommunity and Government, Library
•1.1 miles
4801 E Linwood Blvd
- W. E. B. DuBois Learning Center
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.5 miles
4510 E Linwood Blvd
- Brush Creek Community Center
Community and Government, Community Center
•2.2 miles
3801 Brush Creek Blvd
- Kansas City Public Library - Lucile H. Bluford Branch
Community and Government, Library
•2.6 miles
3050 Prospect Ave
- Preschool Of The Arts
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•2.7 miles
2603 E 28th St
- Blue Hills Community Services
Community and Government, Community Center
•3.0 miles
5008 Prospect Ave
VA HospitalHealth and Medicine, Hospital
•1.1 miles
4801 E Linwood Blvd
- Kansas City VA Medical Center
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.1 miles
4801 E Linwood Blvd
- Kansas City Veteran Medical Center
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.1 miles
4801 E Linwood Blvd
- Kansas City Va Medical Center
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.1 miles
4801 E Linwood Blvd
- Kansas City Police East Patrol
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•1.5 miles
5301 E 27th St
- Kansas City Police-Burglary
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•1.5 miles
5301 E 27th St
East Side Apartments and Rentals
260 Rental properties in East Side, Kansas City, MO.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| housing | 0.6% | 27.4% |
| utilities | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| food | 0.1% | 3.9% |
| transportation | 2.2% | 15.6% |
| healthcare | 3.2% | 10.4% |
East Side Demographics
East Side Reviews
Area Has Litter
No
Say 5 of 5 renters
Noise Late At Night
No
Say 4 of 5 renters
Near Grocery Stores
Yes
Say 4 of 5 renters
Near Highways
Yes
Say 4 of 5 renters
Nearby Parks
Yes
Say 4 of 5 renters
Well Lit
Yes
Say 4 of 5 renters
East Side Transportation
Car-Dependent
Somewhat Bikeable
Some Transit
Mayev Express
Other
6817 Stadium Dr
First Group
Other
6400 E 35th St
RideKC - 35th & Jackson
Bus Stop
E 35TH St
Source: foursquare.com
RideKC - 35th & Jackson
Bus Stop
E 35TH St
RideKC - Armour & Tracy
Bus Stop
E Armour Rd
RideKC - 39th St & Troost Transit Center
Bus Stop
3829 Troost Ave
Source: foursquare.com
Mayev Express
Other
6817 Stadium Dr
First Group
Other
6400 E 35th St
City Wide Transportation
Other
5200 E 9th St
Source: foursquare.com
East Side Schools
- 4/10
George Melcher Elementary School
Grades PK, K-6 • Public
- 6/10
Grades PK, K-6 • Public
- 4/10
Grades PK, K-6 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades K-8 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades 9-12 • Private
- 5/10
Grades PK, K-8 • Charter
- 6/10
Grades K-4 • Charter