Leawood Market Update — April 2026

Leawood Real Estate Market — April 2026

Leawood continues to be one of the most sought-after addresses in Johnson County, and the April 2026 numbers reflect that. If you're buying or selling here, this is what the market actually looks like right now — no spin, just the data and what it means.

Current Market Snapshot

• Active listings: 183
• Median list price: $999K
• Average list price: $1.2M
• Price range: $220K to $3.0M
• Average price per square foot: $312
• Average home size: 3,826 sq ft

Price Distribution

| Range | Count |

|---|---|

| Under $300K | 1 |

| $300K - $500K | 13 |

| $500K - $750K | 34 |

| $750K - $1M | 44 |

| $1M+ | 91 |

What the Numbers Tell You

Half of all active Leawood listings are priced above $1M. That's not surprising if you know the neighborhoods here — Hallbrook, the estates along Mission Road, and the newer builds near 135th and Nall all push the averages up. But look at the $500K to $750K range: 34 listings. There's real inventory for buyers who want a Leawood address without the seven-figure price tag, particularly in older sections near 95th Street and the neighborhoods west of State Line.

The $312 per square foot average is the highest in the county — higher than Overland Park ($246) and well above Olathe ($233). You're paying a premium here, but it comes with Blue Valley schools, walkable access to Town Center Plaza, and the kind of tree-lined streets and established neighborhoods that newer communities are still working toward.

What Buyers Should Know

If you're shopping in Leawood, be realistic about where your budget puts you. At $750K, you're looking at updated ranches and older two-stories in well-established neighborhoods — solid homes, but you won't get new construction at that price point. At $1M and above, you move into the custom and semi-custom homes: larger lots, finished basements, and the kind of finishes that make the property feel like it was built for you.

Relocation buyers — especially those coming from Chicago, Dallas, or the coasts — often find that Leawood delivers more home for the dollar than what they left behind. The school districts, particularly Blue Valley USD 229, are a big part of what draws families here. Keep in mind that Johnson County property taxes will be a real line item in your monthly budget; they fund the schools and infrastructure that make this area what it is.

What Sellers Should Know

With 183 active listings and half of them above $1M, well-priced homes in desirable Leawood neighborhoods are still moving. But overpriced listings sit — and in a market with this much inventory in the luxury tier, days on market start to work against you quickly. Pricing right from day one matters more in Leawood than almost anywhere else in the county, because buyers at this price point are comparing you to new construction in Lionsgate, Mission Ranch, and other premium communities.

Neighborhood Breakdown

Leawood isn't one market — it's several. The area south of 135th Street around Hallbrook and the Leawood Country Club estates plays very differently than the neighborhoods north of I-435. If you're trying to understand pricing in a specific Leawood neighborhood, the county-wide median won't help you much. That's where a conversation with someone who knows the micro-markets makes a difference.

For a deeper look at what makes Leawood unique — schools, neighborhoods, lifestyle — check out our full Leawood community guide.

Want a Personalized Market Analysis?

The numbers above tell the market's story at a high level, but your home — or the home you're looking to buy — has its own story. If you'd like a detailed look at what's happening in your specific Leawood neighborhood, reach out directly. I'll pull the comps, walk you through the trends, and give you an honest take on what to expect.

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Data sourced from Heartland MLS via SimplyRETS. Updated 2026-04-27.