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$4,691 Closing Credit¹
#2537307, Jeff Nichols, Listing Office: Platinum Realty LLC
$425,000 List price
616 E 70th St Kansas City, MO 64131
$5,047
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,903 sqft
$223 / sqft
House
Property details
About 616 E 70th St
Welcome to your charming Colonial-style home, full of character, space, and modern updates—all with that sought-after midtown charm! Nestled between Brookside and Waldo neighborhoods, this prime location puts fantastic restaurants and shops just minutes away. Follow the brick sidewalk to the front door, where you'll immediately notice the natural light streaming through every room. Tall ceilings and hardwood floors flow throughout the main level and upstairs, creating a timeless feel. The living room features stylish new fixtures, a beautiful fireplace, and bay window as the focal points. An additional room off the living space provides a perfect flex area—ideal for a home office, playroom, or cozy retreat. The dining room, easily accessible from the fully remodeled kitchen which has a gas range, a breakfast bar for extra prep space, & sleek granite countertops. Upstairs, the charm continues with wide baseboards and original hardwood floors. The bedrooms are spacious, with the primary bedroom featuring two closets with an updated closet system. A stunning, on-trend color palette adds timeless color to the primary bedroom. The lower level offers additional living space with a non-conforming fourth bedroom, full bath, laundry closet & storage—ideal for guests or additional privacy. Step outside to enjoy endless evenings on the large new deck, overlooking a fully fenced yard with multiple garden beds ready for spring planting. A storage shed adds even more convenience & storage. This home is full of character, charm, and thoughtful updates in an unbeatable location. We can't wait to share it with you! OPEN HOUSE FRIDAY 4-6 AND SATURDAY 9-11
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Show For Backups)
(Show For Backups)
CoolingElectric
Size1,903 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1940
ParkingAttached, Garage Faces Front
MLS #2538638
Garage1 space
FireplaceGas, Living Room
Summary
- MLS Number: 2538638
- MLS Name: HMLS
- Office Name: Keller Williams KC North
- Listing Agent: Michelle Cook
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $67,382 | $5,267 |
| 2023 | $67,381 | $3,625 |
| 2022 | $44,080 | $3,625 |
| 2021 | $44,080 | $3,613 |
| 2020 | $38,379 | $3,186 |
| 2019 | $38,379 | $2,770 |
| 2018 | $33,402 | $2,770 |
| 2017 | $33,402 | $2,658 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Academie Lafayette - Oak
Public Charter KG-5
0.2 mi
•6903 Oak St
2
University Academy-Lower
Public Charter PK-5
0.2 mi
•6801 Holmes Rd
6
Hale Cook Elementary School
Public District PK-6
0.9 mi
•7302 Pennsylvania Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $54,044. Typical income of Kansas City, MO residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
10%
<35k
72%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
53%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Symphony or Opera
NBA/WNBA
Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
New York & Company
IKEA
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Qdoba
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Volvo
Infiniti
Jeep
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Active Rock
Alternative
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About 616 E 70th St
This home is located at 616 E 70th St in Kansas City, MO and zip code 64131 in the South Kansas City neighborhood. This 1,903 square foot home was built in 1940. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $425,000.
Between February and March 2025, Kansas City, MO real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 20.8%. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 89 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $287,336.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.