1228 West 55th Street

Kansas City, MO 64112

$4,950,000
Price
5
Beds
5
Baths
3
1/2 Baths
17,092 Sq. Ft.
$290 / Sq. Ft.
17,092
Sq. Ft.
$290
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This landmark historic estate was built in 1910. The all brick Georgian Colonial stands elegantly at the top of three beautifully landscaped & treed acres. It includes an inground pool with a pool house and a 3 car garage with a carriage house above. The stately mansion has retained its original architectural detail including hardwood floors, French doors, sweeping staircase & deep moldings. There are multiple fireplaces throughout as well as sitting rooms, sunrooms, screen porches & brick terraces....This landmark historic estate was built in 1910. The all brick Georgian Colonial stands elegantly at the top of three beautifully landscaped & treed acres. It includes an inground pool with a pool house and a 3 car garage with a carriage house above. The stately mansion has retained its original architectural detail including hardwood floors, French doors, sweeping staircase & deep moldings. There are multiple fireplaces throughout as well as sitting rooms, sunrooms, screen porches & brick terraces. The well maintained property is listed on the National Historic Registry of Kansas City, Missouri.

Listing Agents

  1. Nancy Ward

    Nancy Ward

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    nancy.ward@compass.com

    P: (913)-226-8093

  2. John Ward

    John Ward

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    john.ward@compass.com

    P: (913)-706-7510

Property Details for 1228 West 55th Street

Architectural Style
Colonial
LISTING UPDATED: 10/31/2024 11:06 AM

Property Details for 1228 West 55th Street

StatusActive
MLS #2469240
Days on Market309
Taxes$72,993 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1910
Lot Size3.24 AC / 140,917 SF
CountyJackson County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Building Information for 1228 West 55th Street

Stories-Year Built1910Building Size-Lot Size3.24 AC / 140,917 SF

Property Information for 1228 West 55th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Kansas City
  • County Or Parish: Jackson
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Directions: Corner of 55th. & State Line
  • Latitude: 39.029001
  • Longitude: -94.606816
  • MLS Area Major: 202 - Kansas City Area (So. of River)
  • Zip Code: 64113
  • State Or Province: MO
  • Subdivision: Sunset Hill
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: None
  • Association Fee Includes: Trash
  • Association: Yes
  • Tax Abatement YN: No
  • Tax Special Amount: 0
  • Tax Annual Amount: $72,993.00
  • Parcel Number: 30-920-03-07-00-0-00-000
  • Tax Annual Amount: $72,993.00
School Information
  • High School District: Kansas City Mo
  • Elementary School: Kansas City
  • Middle School: Kansas City
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
Owner
  • Owner Phone: Private
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished SqFt: 14,592.00
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 2500.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 17,092.00
  • Lot Features: Acreage, Corner Lot, Estate Lot, Treed
  • Lot Size Area: 140,917.00
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size SqFt: 140,917.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Documents Count: 2
  • Age Description: 101 Years/More
  • Building Conversion YN: No
  • FEMA 100 Yr Flood Plain: No
  • Legal Description: Sunset Hill Lot 10, Blk 1
  • Manufactured YN: No
  • Special Documents Required YN: 0
  • Listing Agreement: Exclusive Agency
  • Photos Count: 63
  • Property Attached: No
  • Year Built: 1910
Utilities
  • Sewer: City/Public
  • Water Source: City/Public - Verify
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Other
  • Laundry Features: Bedroom Level, Lower Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch, Screened Patio
  • Pool Features: Inground
  • Possession: Negotiable
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintenance
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Slate
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Built-In Electric Oven
  • Basement Features: Concrete, Finished, Full, Inside Entrance
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 5
  • Bathrooms Half: 3
  • Bathrooms Total: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Electric, Zoned
  • Central Air YN: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room, Recreation Room, Library
  • Fireplaces Total: 8
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Dining Area Features: Breakfast Area, Eat-In Kitchen, Formal
  • Floors: 3 Stories
  • Interior Features: Cedar Closet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Prt Window Cover, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Other Equipment: Back Flow Device
  • Other Structures: Garage(s), Gazebo, Guest House
  • Window Features: Wood Windows
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Sun Room, Library, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Master Bedroom, Recreation Room, Rec Rm- 2nd, Media Room, Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room
Room Information
Room
  • Other Room Features: Breakfast Room, Den/Study, Entry, Formal Living Room, Library, Media Room, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Sun Room
Room 1
  • Room Features: All Drapes/Curtains, Fireplace, Hardwood
  • Room Length: 28.0
  • Levels: First
  • RoomType1: Living Room
  • Room Width: 23.0
Room 2
  • Room Features: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 23.0
Room 3
  • Room Features: Hardwood, Kitchen Island
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 4
  • Room Features: Fireplace, Hardwood
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 28.0
Room 5
  • Room Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 6
  • Room Features: Fireplace, Hardwood
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 7
  • Room Features: Fireplace, Hardwood
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 9
  • Room Features: Fireplace, Hardwood
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 10
  • Room Features: Fireplace, Wet Bar
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 11
  • Room Features: Fireplace
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec Rm- 2nd
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 12
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Media Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 13
  • Room Features: Wood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 14
  • Room Features: Ceramic Tiles
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Multi Family
Income & Expenses
  • Maintenance Provided YN: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Deposit: Security First
  • Security Features: Security System

Property History for 1228 West 55th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1228 West 55th Street

Taxable ValueLand$338,137Additions$595,523Total$933,660
Tax Record2024$72,993 ($6,083 / month)
Home Facts
Beds8Baths6.5Total Finished SqFt13,562 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt10,221 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt3,341 SqFtStories2Lot Size141,134 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1910CountyJACKSONAPN30-920-03-07Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1228 West 55th Street

This home is within Kansas City 33 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Hale Cook Elementary
PublicPK to 6

Central Middle School
Public7 to 8

SOUTHEAST High School
Public9 to 12

Border Star Montessori
PublicPK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1228 West 55th Street is a single family home for sale in Kansas City, MO 64112. This property was listed for sale on January 16, 2024 by Compass, it's currently listed at $4,950,000. This listing's school district is Kansas City 33 School District. Nearby schools include Hale Cook Elementary, Central Middle School and SOUTHEAST High School. 1228 West 55th Street is a 5-bed, 6.5-bath, 17,092 sqft single family home built in 1910.

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