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Shawnee, KS

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Welcome to suburban Kansas where there’s no place like home

Affordable Suburban Family-Friendly Convenient

If only we could follow in Dorothy’s footsteps and tap our heels together three times to get to the suburbs of Kansas! One thing’s for sure: There’s no place like home when you live in Shawnee. Situated just 10 miles southwest of Kansas City, Shawnee is the perfect suburb if you’re intrigued by local charm, a family-friendly environment, and big-city proximity.

Shawnee is nestled along the Kansas River with major interstates traveling through town or nearby, making commuting to neighboring areas a breeze, including Kansas City. Explore this major city by visiting the National WWI Museum and Memorial, catching a show at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, or going to a sporting event at Sprint Center!

In this case, affordability doesn’t mean lacking luxuries, amenities, or attractions. The rentals in Shawnee range from modern, upscale apartments to cozy, homey houses with everything in between. With various shopping centers, quality public schools, safe residential streets, and grassy community parks, Shawnee is a wonderful place to put down roots.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Shawnee, KS is $1,046 for a studio, $1,110 for one bedroom, $1,517 for two bedrooms, and $1,772 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Shawnee has increased by 3.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,110/month
725 Sq Ft
House
$2,297/month
1,645 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,092/month
1,535 Sq Ft
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Transportation

42

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

38

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Brookwood Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

460 Students

9
out of 10

Mize Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

459 Students

9
out of 10

Prairie Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

449 Students

9
out of 10

Westwood View Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

308 Students

9
out of 10

Corinth Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

564 Students

8
out of 10

Mill Valley High School

Public

Grades 8-12

1,355 Students

9
out of 10

Monticello Trails Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

699 Students

7
out of 10

Indian Hills Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

850 Students

6
out of 10

Indian Woods Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

756 Students

6
out of 10

Hocker Grove Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

747 Students

5
out of 10

Mill Valley High School

Public

Grades 8-12

1,355 Students

9
out of 10

Shawnee Mission East High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,697 Students

8
out of 10

Shawnee Mission South High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,586 Students

7
out of 10

Shawnee Mission Northwest High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,626 Students

6
out of 10

Shawnee Mission West High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,640 Students

4
out of 10

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