Bannister Acres Apartments for Rent

Bannister Acres is a neighborhood in Kansas City, Missouri. The neighborhood is part of the 64134 zip code and is located south of Bannister Road, east of Blue Ridge Boulevard, west of James A Reed Road, and north of Interstate 470.

Homes in the area were mostly built between 1950-1980 with a large boom in the 1970s. Many of the residents in Bannister Acres are married and more than a third of the households have at least one child residing in the residence. Families tend to be a bit older here as well, with a higher population of young to older teenagers than elsewhere in Kansas City.

Bannister Acres is known for being heavily residential with many open fields and undeveloped forests. The area is peaceful, but many of the major destinations require a bit of driving. Fortunately, Bannister Acres is located along Interstate 470 to the south, with Interstate 435 and US Highway 71 less than a mile to the west. These major roadways provide travel throughout the Kansas City region and beyond, giving residents the seclusion of Bannister Acres with quick access to big city options.

For shopping, many residents head to Hillcrest Road to the north. Along this road, there are several major national retailers including The Home Depot, Wal-Mart, and K-Mart. There are also a number of smaller retail establishments and restaurants in the area that provide day to day shopping needs.

Longview Lake County Park, about a mile to the south, is one of the best places for recreation in the area. This park is home to Longview Lake, which is a large lake in the area. The park has a marina, golf course, and numerous picnic areas. Many recreational boaters as well as anglers take to the lake on a daily basis for a day of adventure and fun. There are also docks for fishing.