Overland Park, KS is a vibrant city located in the Kansas City metropolitan area. It is known for its excellent parks and recreational activities, making it a popular destination for individuals and families alike. In addition to the numerous trails, parks, and recreation centers that can be found within the city limits, Overland Park also offers plenty of cultural attractions and entertainment options. From museums and galleries to live music venues and more, there is something for everyone to enjoy in this diverse city. Reviews of Overland Park have been overwhelmingly positive, with people noting how friendly the people are as well as how clean and safe the streets are. The accessible public transportation options make getting around town easy and convenient while the wide variety of restaurants offer delicious cuisine from all over the world. Overland Park is truly a great place to call home.
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Crime from KC - 7/15/2008
Based on what I have read, the crime from Kansas City does not spill over into the Overland Park/Olathe area. Is that correct? Do residents fear that happening. 10-15 miles is not that far away. I realize most crime happen at bad times in bad places but stuff can always spread.
Thanks for your input
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Flooding - 3/19/2008
I have seen tons of flooding in Missouri recently as I guess we all have. Is Kansas/Overland Park prone to seasonal flooding? Also, there are quite a few posts on this site theat give me the impression I will have to battle for my son not to be around and influenced by a bunch of snotty kids parented by a bunch of shallow adults. I just want a nice safe place with good schools to raise my kid(s) but if I have to constantly deal with "Timmy has xyz" then I am not so sure. I want him to aspire to be well off but not a jerk about it.
Does anybody have examlpe of just how expensive it is in OP or just how yuppish people are?
Sorry to be longs winded but coming from so far (Ocala, FL) to check things out. I would hate to have my hope crushed.
Thanks
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Overland Park - 3/17/2008
Overland Park pros and cons
Pros
1. pretty city 2. excellent location near KC and Lawrence 3. number of nice
stores and rests 4. number of parks 5. very educated city 6. very low crime
rate 7. excellent schools 8. nice place to raise a family 9. excellent shopping options
Cons
1. the cost of living index posted isn't even close to being accurate, Overland Park is much more expensive than what the cost of living index chart posts.
2. Overland Park has a lot of people like Boulder, Co whom are driven by
a me, me, me mentality 3. if you are a liberal minded person,O. Park isn't
going to be the best fit for you 4. my primary criticism with O. Park is how many people flaunt their money, however, this isn't unique solely to O. Park
but it is an off putting trait.
Overall, O. Park is a very nice
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winter and taxes - 2/19/2008
Hey Everyone,
I am thinking of relocating to Overland Park. I wanted to know, how are the property taxes? Sales taxes, etc? Also, how are the driving conditions during the winter. We will be moving from North Florida, so I know it will be an adjustment. How big and how long of an adjustment period will there be is the million dollar question.
Thanks
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WINTER - 2/11/2008
We are thinking fo relocating from northern Florida to the Midwest. Kansas is on our list. We have one child (so far) and the school system is horrible here. We have read some good things about the school around the Overland Park area. However, we would like to know just what the winters are like and how the driving condidtions are? We know it will be a huge adjustment but we are willing to try something different. We lived in Miami for the first 27 years and the last three here in Ocala. We jsut want away from 83 degree Christmas Days.
thanks
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Quality of life - 12/15/2007
Quality of life is very good in Overland Park, KS. Very affordable golf courses, superior schools, very friendly people. It is a very good place to
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Affordability - 6/13/2007
Overland Park is a wonderful family area. The cost of housing is much lower than many other cities. Also, Overland Park is known for using more exterior trim to add interest to the home. Unfortunately, what we don't have a lot of, in our newer areas, are trees. The older subdivisions and older neighborhoods are tree covered. The trees you find are often hedge rows planted by farmers to break the wind that would sweep across their fields.
Overland Park is a suburb of Kansas City, Missouri, and is one of the largest cities in
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Welcome to Suburbia - 3/5/2007
Overland Park is a very nice well-kept, financially adept, well-educated community...unfortunately everyone here knows it and flaunts it. It is a very vain place w/salons, spas, and Lexus dealerships on every corner, and the attitude to go with it; not what you'd expect from a stereotypical Kansas town. There are thousands of large beautiful cookie-cutter homes here. The schools are excellent, but with the declining of family values, you end up raising everyone else's kid. I'm content here for now, but I am looking forward to moving to "Mayberry, KS", wherever that is. I think my family and I would fit in a little better there. Also, if you are moving here and looking for a job, make sure you have at least a 4-year degree; otherwise, good
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Not a Fan - 2/1/2007
It's way to easy to feel out of place here. For being in the midwest there are a surprising amount of blond-barbies, aerobics bunnies, mid-life crisis cars, and nuveax riche (I know that wasn't spelled right) cliques. If you are not in the upper echelon of money, you can look forward to your kids getting shafted out of just about everything. If you want your kids to have any kind of fun, better be prepared to shell out very good money for it. If you are different in anyway, don't like the color beige or are against the pottery barn or the gap just on principal, or if you are not a died in the wool republican ( and I'm talking faaar right) then keep looking. There are virtually no outdoor activities here. There are a handful of bars, none to note that are actually good for dancing. Every one of them is a meat market. Why do I dwell on bars? Because aside from the movies and eating, there is little else to do in this town. That is unless you truly enjoy a good bible thumpin
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