River Market
Urban Living for Active Families
River Market offers urban families walkable city living with a vibrant market, excellent restaurants, and a tight-knit community in downtown Kansas City.
Median Home Price
$395K
Walkability Score
84/100
Population
5K
Why Families Love Living Here
River Market offers urban families walkable city living with a vibrant market, excellent restaurants, and a tight-knit community in downtown Kansas City.
Incredibly walkable urban neighborhood
Year-round farmer's market every Saturday
Diverse dining and entertainment options
Strong sense of community in the city
Unique loft and condo living
Access to city amenities and culture
River Market Market Statistics
Current real estate market data for River Market.
$395,000
5,000
84/100
Top-Rated Schools in River Market
Excellent education is a cornerstone of family life in River Market.
Foreign Language Academy
Crossroads Charter School
Lincoln College Preparatory Academy
Parks & Family Amenities
From playgrounds to community centers, River Market has everything families need.
Berkley Riverfront Park
Park17-acre riverfront park with playground, biking paths, sand volleyball courts, and outdoor fitness station
Town of Kansas Bridge
ParkHistoric walking bridge with river views
City Market
ShoppingHistoric public market with vendors, restaurants, and events
Arabia Steamboat Museum
MuseumHistoric museum featuring artifacts from 1856 steamboat - great for family outings (closing November 2026)
Local Insights & Hidden Gems
Insider tips from local families who know River Market best.
Saturday Farmer's Market
EventOne of the largest and best farmer's markets in the region - a weekly tradition for River Market families.
Best Brunch: The Farmhouse
RestaurantFarm-to-table restaurant at 3rd and Delaware featuring unique brunch entrees with fresh local ingredients - perfect for family brunch.
Streetcar Access
ActivityFree KC Streetcar connects River Market to downtown and Crossroads - kids love riding it.
Urban Village Feel
Hidden GemDespite being in downtown KC, River Market feels like a small neighborhood where everyone knows each other.
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