Selling or leasing a house in Kansas City
Yes, we buy houses and lease co-living homes on both sides of the Kansas City state line, in Missouri and Kansas. We buy as-is, with no commissions and no fees to the seller, and we lease whole houses to housing partners near public transit.
Why does the state line matter?
Kansas City is one metro in two states. You can cross the street and change legal systems. Missouri and Kansas have separate laws for foreclosure, tenants, probate and what a seller must disclose, and a house a block apart can fall under different rules.
That is why the first thing we ask about a Kansas City house is which side it is on. We explain the rules that apply, and we suggest you ask an attorney in your state about anything that affects you.
Which counties do we cover?
- Missouri side. Jackson, Clay and Platte counties, including Kansas City, Independence and the Northland.
- Kansas side. Johnson and Wyandotte counties, including Overland Park, Olathe and Kansas City, Kansas.
What should housing partners know?
RideKC runs the region's bus network, with a streetcar line downtown. Many partners serve residents on both sides of the line, so we look for houses where the bus can get people to work and appointments. Local rules for shared homes differ by city, and we ask partners to check them for the exact address.
A note for sellers with a long-held house
Many Kansas City houses have been in the same family for decades. If yours is one of them, there may be belongings, history and a lot of feeling in it. We buy as-is, take things at your pace, and are glad to talk with the whole family.
Questions about Kansas City
More on the full FAQ.
Do you buy houses on both sides of the Kansas City state line?
Yes. We work in Jackson, Clay and Platte counties in Missouri and Johnson and Wyandotte counties in Kansas.
Do Missouri and Kansas have different rules?
Yes. They are separate states with their own laws on foreclosure, tenants and disclosures. We explain the rules for the side your house is on.