An established Johnson County city with a mix of price points, easy highway access, and an exciting downtown revitalization underway.
$390K
Median Price
Johnson County
Kansas
Shawnee is one of Johnson County's best-kept secrets — a city with deep roots, genuine neighborhood character, and price points that welcome first-time buyers and move-up families alike. Located along the I-435 corridor with direct access to K-7 and I-35, Shawnee offers some of the shortest commute times in the metro area to both downtown Kansas City and the corporate offices of south Johnson County. The city's crown jewel is Shawnee Mission Park, a 1,600-acre outdoor paradise with a lake, mountain bike trails, disc golf, and an off-leash dog park. Downtown Shawnee is experiencing a renaissance with new restaurants, a renovated Aztec Theater, and community events that bring neighbors together. The housing stock ranges from charming 1960s ranches perfect for renovation to newer construction near the western city limits. If you're priced out of neighboring Lenexa or Overland Park, Shawnee delivers the same Johnson County advantages at a more accessible price point.
Live numbers from 271 Shawnee listings on the MLS (83 active · 188 pending or under contract).
Median Price
$499,000
Half are higher, half are lower
Average Price
$624,182
Mean — pulled up by mansions
Total For Sale
271
83 active right now
Typical Home
3.7 bd · 3.1 ba
2,755 sqft avg
The middle list price for each home size. Resistant to outliers; better than averages for sizing your budget.
Last updated May 31, 2026
Homes nestled near the county's largest park, offering wooded lots, wildlife sightings from your backyard, and instant access to hiking, fishing, and swimming at the lake.
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Well-maintained neighborhood near Quivira Road with a private lake, community clubhouse, and a strong HOA that keeps property values stable and the common areas pristine.
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Affordable starter homes and renovated ranches near downtown Shawnee, popular with young buyers who want to build equity in a neighborhood on the rise.
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Highlighted high schools below. For full ratings, enrollment, and assessment data, the Kansas State Report Card is the authoritative free source.
Mill Valley High School
De Soto Public Schools
Shawnee Mission Northwest High School
Shawnee Mission Public Schools
St. Joseph Catholic School
Archdiocese of Kansas City
🎓 Served by Shawnee Mission and De Soto Public Schools — both rated A-range statewide
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