
13878 S Kaw Street
Olathe, KS 66062

12490 S Alden Court, Olathe, KS 66062
Beautifully Updated & Move-In Ready....Cul-de-Sac Setting Backing to Treed Greenspace ....Award-Winning Olathe Schools ....Unbeatable Location Step into a home that's been thoughtfully refreshed from top to bottom. The kitchen and dining area showcase refinished hardwood floors, granite countertops, and updated appliances. Fresh interior paint and new carpet run throughout, complemented by a new handrails with wrought iron balusters and new door hardware and locks. All bedrooms and the upper hallway feature new lighted ceiling fans. The spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet and a tiled bath with a separate tub and shower, while the second full bath offers tiled floors and a tiled tub surround. The family room, with its cozy gas log fireplace, opens to a fenced play/pet area. Major updates include a new roof and gutters (Fall 2024), a new roof on the covered deck, New water heater and laminate flooring in the half bath & laundry area and family room walkway. Location, Location, Location — just 5–10 minutes to I-35, with easy access to shopping and dining (Target, Home Depot, Lowe's, Menards, Bass Pro), Johnson County offices, Downtown Olathe, and the Olathe Community Center featuring a pool, basketball courts, and family activities.
District: Olathe
12490 S Alden Court, Olathe, KS 66062
About Olathe
Kansas' fourth-largest and fastest-growing city. Excellent school choices, abundant new construction, 60+ parks, and 10-20% better value than comparable Johnson County markets.
Olathe embodies the American dream of family-centered suburban living — where growing families find exceptional value, modern convenience, and genuine community spirit in Kansas' fourth-largest and fastest-growing city. This isn't just affordable living; it's smart living, where excellent school choices (both Olathe and Blue Valley districts), abundant new construction options, and a robust local economy create the perfect environment for families to establish lasting roots.
From new master-planned neighborhoods with contemporary amenities to established areas near historic downtown, Olathe offers housing diversity that accommodates every stage of family life. The city's commitment to growth with purpose shows in everything from its 60+ parks and recreation facilities to major employers like Garmin and Honeywell that provide career stability while maintaining the community character that makes neighbors feel like extended family.
Whether you're drawn by the competitive pricing on quality new construction, the excellent recreational facilities like Lake Olathe and the Community Center, or simply the authentic Midwestern values that prioritize family, education, and community involvement, Olathe delivers the kind of balanced lifestyle where children thrive, parents prosper, and everyone feels genuinely welcome.
Olathe's location in south-central Johnson County offers excellent connectivity throughout the Kansas City metro. K-10 and I-35 provide direct access to both Kansas City centers and Lawrence, while 119th Street and Ridgeview Road offer convenient local connections.
Olathe offers both Olathe Schools and Blue Valley Schools options:
Olathe is unique in Johnson County — both the Olathe School District and Blue Valley serve different parts of the city. School assignment depends on your exact address. I can verify the specific district for any property you're considering.
Olathe consistently offers 10-20% better value than comparable Johnson County cities while maintaining quality construction and strong appreciation driven by job growth and excellent schools.
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