This charming Kansas City bungalow, embodying 1920s Jazz Age charm, is a quintessential vintage home awaiting restoration. Located at the corner of Ward Parkway and 83rd Street, it offers prime access to the Plaza, downtown, and State Line. Featuring original hardwood floors and large windows, the home invites natural light and retains historic character. Situated on two lots, this property presents an exceptional opportunity for renovation enthusiasts to create a personalized dream home. Priced at $184,900, it is sold “as is,” with no seller repairs. Close to Ward Parkway shopping, this diamond in the rough promises great potential on a spacious plot in a sought-after neighborhood.
Home Plan
The plan outlines a historic American home with 830 square feet on one floor. The living room is the largest space, measuring 20’8” x 13’2”, located at the front with multiple windows for natural light. Adjacent is a dining area of 11’ x 13’9” connecting to a kitchen that measures 19’7” x 7’3”, featuring countertop and storage space. A utility room with washer/dryer is just off the kitchen. The primary bedroom is 11’1” x 9’8” with a bathroom nearby, sized 7’8” x 5’9”. Another bedroom measuring 6’8” x 14’2” sits toward the home’s right side.
Front Yard and House Exterior
A large, well-maintained lawn stretches out toward a quaint, single-story home painted in soft beige with white trim. The house design is modest with classic American bungalow elements, such as a pitched roof and dormer windows. In the background, a detached two-car garage mirrors the house’s color palette and sits to the left, partially surrounded by a small white picket fence. Lush greenery lines the property on one side, creating a natural privacy barrier. The yard’s expansive grass and mature trees give a serene, inviting atmosphere under a clear blue sky, emphasizing the home’s peaceful suburban setting.
Front Exterior View
A quaint single-story house painted in a muted peach tone with white trim around the windows and door. The home has a traditional gable roof with dark shingles and a small front porch with simple railings and steps leading to the entrance. Three neatly trimmed bushes border the front facade, adding greenery and structure. To the left, a detached double garage with matching color and white doors offers practical storage. The property is surrounded by dense green trees and a well-maintained expansive lawn, creating a serene and welcoming natural environment.
Front Exterior View
A modest single-story home painted in a soft peach tone with white accents around the windows and door. The front door, located to the left, is accessed by a small set of white wooden stairs with a simple railing. Three trimmed green bushes sit symmetrically beneath the windows, adding balance to the facade. The house has a gable roof with dark shingles and a vent positioned at the peak for attic ventilation. Adjacent to the home, a small white picket fence encloses part of the yard, accompanied by a detached garage painted in matching tones. The lawn is lush and green, bordered by mature trees and shrubs, creating a peaceful suburban atmosphere.
Front Exterior
A modest, single-story home painted in a light beige tone with white trim around the door and windows. The front door is set slightly to the left, accessed by a small wooden stoop with chipped paint, indicating some age and wear. Three trimmed bushes line the base of the facade beneath the windows, adding greenery that contrasts against the siding. The windows have white shutters, reinforcing a simple traditional style. A small attic vent is positioned near the roof peak. The surrounding lawn is spacious and well-maintained, bordered by mature trees and shrubs, providing a lush, natural backdrop.
Front Exterior and Garage
A modest, single-story home painted in a soft peach hue complemented by white trim around windows and doorways. The entrance is accessed via a small set of white wooden steps with a simple railing, leading to a white front door. Adjacent to the house is a detached garage finished in matching siding and a large white double garage door. The driveway shows signs of age, with visible cracks and scattered patches of grass. A small white picket fence section partially encloses the front yard, which is lush green and bordered by tall mature trees providing ample shade and a natural backdrop.
Cozy Backyard Corner
A quiet backyard space with lush green ground cover extending across the grassy area. A salmon-colored exterior wall and roofline of the house seen on the left, accented by a vintage-style white storm door with a decorative screen. The surrounding backyard is densely bordered by mature trees and shrubs, providing privacy and natural shade. A small charcoal grill is tucked into the greenery on the right side near a wooden fence, inviting outdoor cooking. The overall feeling is quaint and private, blending natural elements with the home’s charming, slightly rustic exterior.
Front Yard and Driveway
A lush, expansive front lawn extends toward a modest, single-story house painted in soft beige tones with white trim around the windows and doors. The driveway, a narrow worn dirt path with patches of grass, leads past a dense green bush and terminates near a small detached garage with a white picket fence gate beside it. Tall trees frame the property, creating a serene, shaded environment. The setting suggests a quiet, suburban neighborhood, combining natural greenery with simple, classic architectural lines and a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere.
Front Yard and Porch
A small front porch with white wooden railings and steps leads up to the house, offering a quaint and inviting entryway. The porch is part of a beige exterior with dark trim and a sloped shingled roof. The front yard is spacious, mostly covered with green grass and bordered by mature trees, providing a natural backdrop and shade. A cracked paved walkway partially covered with grass leads from the street to the house, contributing to the rustic charm of this historic neighborhood. The street beyond is lined with other homes and light traffic, emphasizing a quiet residential environment.
Aerial View of Property
Rectangular property outlined by streets and neighboring houses, abundant green space with well-maintained grass lawns and mature trees casting shadows. A modest residential home with a classic pitched roof sits near the center, accompanied by a smaller outbuilding to its rear. The property is fenced, providing boundary definition, and a paved driveway connects the house to the street. Adjacent yards feature residential amenities such as patios and seating areas. The scene captures a peaceful, suburban neighborhood ambiance with a blend of natural foliage and structured human habitation, highlighting both nature and community living elements.
Neighborhood Aerial View
A wide aerial perspective captures a lush, tree-filled residential neighborhood marked by mature greenery. A prominent, modern curved building sits on the left, contrasting with the surrounding smaller homes nestled among dense foliage. Roads lined with evenly spaced trees lead into the neighborhood, emphasizing a planned and verdant streetscape. Expansive lawns and open green spaces border the streets, enhancing the sense of tranquility and nature integration. Houses vary in size and style but maintain a cohesive suburban charm, with some yards featuring gardens or outdoor structures, creating a harmonious blend of natural and built environments.
Cozy Living Room
Soft gray walls create a calming backdrop for this compact living room. Two white slipcovered sofas arranged around a central ottoman invite relaxation and conversation. Decorative pillows in neutral tones add texture and subtle pattern, enhancing the cozy vibe. Natural light floods the space through a wide triple window, brightening the hardwood floor and providing views of the greenery outside. A small black side table holds a television, blending functionality into the minimalist design. A standing lamp in the corner offers additional warmth and illumination during evenings. The subtle abstract artwork above the sofa introduces gentle blues and grays, harmonizing with the room’s overall serene aesthetic.
Living Room Seating Area
Soft gray walls encase a bright living space with large, multi-pane windows filling the room with natural light and offering scenic views of lush greenery. White slipcovered sofas and a matching ottoman create a cozy, welcoming seating area accented by a variety of textured throw pillows in neutral tones. A small dark wood corner table supports a flat screen TV, adding a modern touch to the otherwise classic, serene atmosphere. Wood flooring adds warmth, while ceiling vents and subtle beige light fixtures maintain functionality and understated decor throughout the room.
Small Sitting Area
Compact corner space with light gray walls and white trim around the door and window. The hardwood floor has a rich, warm tone, complementing the neutral wall colors. A simple white door leads out, and natural light flows in through the window beside it, partially framed by a minimal blind. A black oscillating fan stands in the corner, enhancing comfort. A homemade shelf constructed from concrete blocks and a wooden plank holds a few modest electronics, adding a utilitarian yet casual vibe. The overall aesthetic is clean and functional, with modern simplicity.
Living Room Seating Area
The space displays a cozy living room with light lavender-gray painted walls enhancing the airy atmosphere. Two white sofas with textured and patterned throw pillows provide seating, complementing the neutral and soft color theme. Natural wood flooring adds warmth to the room, contrasting the otherwise cool-toned space. A simple ceiling light fixture illuminates the room subtly. Visible through an open doorway is a bedroom with white bedding and a ceiling fan, while an adjacent larger opening leads to a kitchen and dining area featuring dark wood cabinetry and classic furniture, blending modern and traditional elements.
Hallway with Antique Furniture
A narrow hallway features polished wood floors extending towards a bright living room with large windows. A vintage roll-top desk with an intricate curved design sits on the left side, accompanied by wooden chairs, adding a historic charm. Opposite the desk, a tall, dark wood china cabinet or armoire with glass-paneled upper doors and drawers below anchors the space. Neutral light gray walls and a white ceiling with a central ceiling fan provide a fresh, clean contrast to the rich wood tones. The simple yet classic design blends historic furnishings with a modern, airy ambiance.
Cozy Bedroom Corner
A small, inviting bedroom painted in a muted light gray tone complements the rich hardwood flooring. Centered is a bed dressed in crisp white bedding with a textured throw, presenting a clean and cozy atmosphere. A vintage-style dark wooden nightstand with curved legs rests to the right of the bed, holding a green ceramic lamp with a silver shade and a few small items including a clock and mugs. Two large windows with white moldings are fitted with blinds, offering natural light while maintaining privacy. A white ceiling fan with lights hangs overhead. Visible in the background is a small adjoining bathroom with a white vanity and toilet, enhancing the room’s functionality. Doors lead to adjacent rooms, emphasizing a compact yet practical layout.
Cozy Bedroom Closet
Soft grey walls contribute to a calming atmosphere alongside the crisp white trim around two double-hung windows. The windows let in natural light, softened by horizontal blinds. A white ceiling fan with light fixture hangs centrally for ventilation and illumination. Dark wood flooring contrasts nicely with a white bedspread covering a neatly made bed. An open closet with clothes hanging on wooden hangers and shelves above offers ample storage. A small vintage-style wooden side table with a lamp and turquoise vase decorates the corner by the bed, while a white tall dresser with gold handles stands nearby for additional storage.
Small Bathroom
The space includes a compact white vanity with a simple faucet and a rectangular mirror above it, framed by a silver light fixture with three frosted globe bulbs. The walls have a beige textured finish, slightly worn near the mirror. The white toilet sits closely beside a standard bathtub with a built-in shower head and niche shelving. A large window offers natural light, partially visible above a small, foldable wooden stool beside the tub. The room is minimal, functional, and neutral-toned, with modest fixtures emphasizing practical use over decorative elements.
Small Storage Room
This compact room is painted in soft greyish-blue hues, giving a calming yet utilitarian feel. Two windows with white trim offer natural light filtered through white blinds, brightening the space. The hardwood floor adds warmth and contrasts the cool wall color. Several moving boxes from well-known brands are stacked, indicating recent or ongoing packing. A dark wooden cabinet with panel detailing and a desk-like surface hold numerous books, which adds a vintage touch alongside the practical clutter. The room’s overall modest size combined with functional storage elements suggests its use as a small office or storage space.
Listing Agent: Selin Karabulut of RE/MAX Innovations via Zillow