Welcome to Brookside
Vibrant, Urban, Charming, and Quaint are just a few words that describe Brookside. Just close enough to the action, Brookside is located on the Missouri side of Kansas City, five miles south of downtown. With a population of 12,000, Brookside is a highly sought-after place to live with beautiful historic homes, tree-lined streets, unique shops, and eclectic restaurants. Walkability is a big attraction for this area.
Designed to serve those with cars, it boasted specialty, grocery and drug stores, medical offices, as well as the first police and fire stations south of downtown. The community has gone through several shifts as professionals first fled to the suburbs, only to return as urban centers throughout the country began to see a revival in the 1970s and 1980s.
Fun Facts About Brookside
Many will say Brookside is a neighborhood, but it is technically a collection of neighborhoods, with many of the homes built in the 1920s. It is full of single-family homes, and each house is unique from the other, ranging in style from smaller American Tudors and Craftsman Bungalows to larger Colonial Revivals and American Georgian styles. With plenty of sidewalks, small parks, and the Trolley Trail, the area is alive with activity.The Trolley Track Trail
A favorite way to get exercise and fresh air is to explore The Trolley Track Trail. The walking and biking path exists along an old street line, stretches six miles, and runs right through Brookside’s shopping district and residential streets.
The Linda Hall Library
The Linda Hall Library is in this neighborhood. Its focus is on technical subjects including math and science. The library’s 14-acre arboretum includes over 450 trees from all over the world, while the library itself houses many rare texts by historic scientists, including Copernicus. It is located on the University of Missouri-Kansas City campus.
The Brookside neighborhood is considered one of the hippest, trendiest, and most unique in all of Kansas City. From young professionals who are purchasing their first homes to empty nesters looking for an urban escape, Brookside has something for everyone. Those who love older homes and walking to the local shops and dining venues gravitate to Brookside.
All these things contribute to a high quality of living including friendly neighbors and active neighborhoods. Don’t be surprised if your neighbors turn out to be some of your best friends. In Brookside, your house will quickly become your home. Brookside is truly the definition of a community. Everything you need is right here. With easy access to the Plaza, Midtown, and Downtown as well as to South Kansas City and Johnson County, KS, Brookside is a great place to call home.
