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River Market Neighborhood Guide Kansas City, MO
About
River Market is a vibrant neighborhood in Kansas City, Missouri that is steeped in history and brimming with local flavor. Located north of Kansas City's downtown, the area is easily accessible via Interstate 70 and Highway 9. The neighborhood is best known for its namesake, the River Market, an expansive farmers market that has been a city staple since 1857. It also boasts trendy boutiques, diverse dining options, and stunning loft-style apartments.
What You Will Love About River Market, Kansas City, Missouri
- There's always something happening in River Market with its year-round farmers market, annual festivals, and regular community events.
- The dining scene is diverse and vibrant, offering everything from farm-to-table restaurants to ethnic eateries.
- The neighborhood is pedestrian-friendly and offers fantastic views of the Missouri River.
- The rich history of the area is preserved in its historic buildings and the Steamboat Arabia Museum, which houses treasures from a sunken 1856 steamboat.
What’s Nearby
River Market is adjacent to the downtown area, making it a short trip to the Power & Light District, a bustling entertainment district. Other nearby attractions include the Kansas City Convention Center, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, and the National WWI Museum and Memorial.
Lifestyle
Life in River Market is dynamic and community-focused. The neighborhood is popular with young professionals and creatives, attracted by the area's active nightlife, eclectic shopping, and easy access to downtown. The Riverfront Heritage Trail system offers a great outdoor experience for walking, jogging, and cycling.
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Rental Trends in River Market
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Explore the Neighborhood
There are 197 restaurants, 30 grocery stores, and 21 parks within a mile of the River Market neighborhood.
Chinatown Food MarketRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.1 miles
202 Grand Blvd
- Crossland International Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.1 miles
19 E 3rd St
- Al Habashi Middle Eastern Grocery
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.1 miles
310 Main St
- Global Produce Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.1 miles
403 Main St
- Hung Vuong Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.1 miles
303 Grand Blvd
- Cristina's Produce
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.1 miles
415 Main St
- Chinatown Food Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.1 miles
202 Grand Blvd
- Crossland International Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.1 miles
19 E 3rd St
- Al Habashi Middle Eastern Grocery
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.1 miles
310 Main St
- Global Produce Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.1 miles
403 Main St
- Hung Vuong Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.1 miles
303 Grand Blvd
- Cristina's Produce
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.1 miles
415 Main St
Taste of Brazil MarketDining and Drinking, Restaurant, Latin American Restaurant, South American Restaurant, Brazilian Restaurant
•0.1 miles
25 E 3rd St
- Tenderloin Grill
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Burger Joint
•0.1 miles
25 E 3rd St
- Bloom Baking Company
Dining and Drinking, Bakery, Restaurant, American Restaurant
•0.1 miles
15 E 3rd St
- Carollo's Italian Gourmet Grocery
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Deli, Italian Restaurant
•0.1 miles
9 E 3rd St
- City Market Coffee House
Dining and Drinking, Cafe, Coffee, and Tea House, Coffee Shop, Restaurant
•0.1 miles
305 Main St
- Habashi House
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Middle Eastern Restaurant
•0.1 miles
309 Main St
Level One Game ShopRetail, Hobby Store
•0.1 miles
400 Grand Blvd
- Planters Seed & Spice Co.
Retail, Garden Center
•0.2 miles
513 Walnut St
- B&N 4
Retail, Convenience Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.4 miles
201 W 6th St
- Hydroponics Kansas City
Business and Professional Services, Home Improvement Service, Landscaper and Gardener, Retail, Garden Center
•0.5 miles
536 Campbell St
- Escout.Com
Retail, Department Store
•0.5 miles
906 Grand Blvd
- Nickols Store Fixtures & Equipment
Retail, Vintage and Thrift Store
•0.6 miles
700 Woodswether Rd
City Market ParkLandmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.1 miles
3RD St
- River Market Dog Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Dog Park
•0.3 miles
419 Locust Ln
- Bar K Dog Bar
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Dog Park
•0.4 miles
501 Berkley Pkwy
- Berkley Riverfront Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.4 miles
Grand Blvd
- River Bluff Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.5 miles
W 6TH St
- Columbus Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.5 miles
524 Charlotte St
Arabia Steamboat MuseumArts and Entertainment, Museum, History Museum
•0.1 miles
400 Grand Blvd
- Double Tap KC
Arts and Entertainment, Arcade, Dining and Drinking, Bar
•0.2 miles
310 Oak St
- Breakout KC
Arts and Entertainment
•0.2 miles
114 W 3rd St
Town of Kansas 1850 MuralArts and Entertainment, Public Art, Community and Government, Public and Social Service, Landmarks and Outdoors, Monument
•0.2 miles
Wyandotte St
- Folk Alliance International
Arts and Entertainment
•0.2 miles
509 Delaware St
- She & Her Productions
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Concert Hall, Music Venue
•0.2 miles
122 W 5th St
Electric Charging StationTravel and Transportation, Electric Vehicle Charging Station
•0.1 miles
400 Grand Blvd
- Downtime Massage & Power You Fitness
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Massage Clinic
•0.1 miles
311 Delaware St
- Silver Lightning Massage
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Massage Clinic
•0.2 miles
104 E 5th St
- The Glam Room Salon Spa + Beauty Bar
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.2 miles
308 Delaware St
- Gillis Barber Shop
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Barbershop
•0.2 miles
506 Walnut St
- Roots & Branches Salon
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.2 miles
119 E 5th St
KC Yoga CenterSports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Yoga Studio
•0.2 miles
104 E 5th St
Cold Storage Rooftop PoolSports and Recreation, Water Sports, Swimming, Swimming Pool
•0.2 miles
500 E 3rd St
- River Market Crossfit
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.2 miles
450 E 4th St
- Yathabhuta Yoga
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Yoga Studio
•0.2 miles
110 Missouri Ave
- West 7th Lofts
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.4 miles
318 W 7th St
- Hard Bodies Personal Training
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.5 miles
510 W 5th St
River Bluff BrewingDining and Drinking, Bar, Brewery
•201 Main St
- Enzo Bistro & Wine Bar
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Wine Bar, Restaurant, Bistro, Spanish Restaurant, Tapas Restaurant
•0.2 miles
20 E 5th St
- Strange Days Brewing Co.
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Beer Bar, Brewery, Restaurant
•0.2 miles
316 Oak St
- Double Tap KC
Arts and Entertainment, Arcade, Dining and Drinking, Bar
•0.2 miles
310 Oak St
- Tribe Street Kitchen
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Spanish Restaurant, Tapas Restaurant
•0.2 miles
316 Delaware St
- Made in KC Trolley Cafe - River Market
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cafe, Coffee, and Tea House, Café, Restaurant
•0.2 miles
426 Delaware St
- Don Bosco Community Center
Community and Government, Community Center
•0.5 miles
526 Campbell St
- Spectrum Station Downtown
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.5 miles
911 Main St
- KC Streetcar
Community and Government, Library, Travel and Transportation, Transport Hub, Rail Station, Transportation Service, Public Transportation
•0.5 miles
920 Main St
- Don Bosco Centers
Community and Government, Community Center
•0.6 miles
580 Campbell St
- Kansas City Public Library
Community and Government, Library
•0.6 miles
14 W 10th St
- Garrison Community Center
Community and Government, Community Center
•0.8 miles
1124 E 5th St
- US Marshals Service
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.6 miles
400 E 9th St
- US Secret Service
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.8 miles
1150 Grand Blvd
- Board Of Police Commissioners
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.8 miles
1111 Locust St
- Kansas City Police-Media Unit
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.8 miles
1125 Locust St
- Kansas City Police-Bond Desk
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.8 miles
1125 Locust St
- Board of Police Comm Kcmo
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•0.8 miles
1125 Locust St
River Market Apartments and Rentals
88 Rental properties in River Market, 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% |
River Market Demographics
River Market Transportation
Very Walkable
Bikeable
Good Transit
KC Streetcar - River Market North
Train Stop
E 3RD St
Kansas City Streetcar-City Market
Train Stop
E 5TH St
Main MAX - 3rd at Grand
Bus Stop
E 3RD St
Source: foursquare.com
Main MAX - 3rd at Grand
Bus Stop
E 3RD St
Main MAX - City Market
Bus Stop
Grand Blvd
Main MAX - Grand at 9th
Bus Stop
Grand Blvd
Source: foursquare.com
KC Streetcar - River Market North
Train Stop
E 3RD St
Kansas City Streetcar-City Market
Train Stop
E 5TH St
KC Streetcar - River Market West
Train Stop
Delaware St
Source: foursquare.com
River Market Schools
- NRNo Rating
- 3/10
Primitivo Garcia Elementary School
Grades PK, K-6 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Manual Career And Technical Center
Grades 11-12 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades K-5 • Private
- NRNo Rating
- 5/10
Crossroads Academy Of Kansas City
Grades PK, K-6 • Charter
- 4/10
Grades PK, K-8 • Charter