Gladstone Real Estate Area Information and Homes for Sale in Kansas City, MO.


	Gladstone Houses for Sale

Gladstone

Located in the “Heart of America”, between the Kansas and Missouri rivers, Gladstone and its surrounding areas traces its beginnings to 1821, the year Missouri was admitted to the Union. In that year a Frenchman from St. Louis, Francois Chouteau, came up the Missouri River and established a trading post on the river, now the Northeast Industrial District. Offering a diverse list of recreational activities, historical significance and economical housing options, Gladstone has a variety of reasons why residents call it home.

Gladstone and nearby Kansas City offers plenty of great events planned year-round. Visit Gladfest in downtown Gladstone, a major Northland annual event held for 26 years that draws large crowds, while bringing enormous publicity for Gladstone’s way of life as well as the businesses involved. The Summertime Bluesfest in Gladstone is near its 10th year of fun and great music. Or make the short trip to Kansas City to take in a Broadway-style show, visit a world-renowned exhibit or catch one of our many professional sports teams in action.

Nearby Kansas City’s attractions offer an endless variety of things to see and do. Whether you are visiting the home of Hallmark Cards or watching a motorcycle being assembled at the Harley-Davidson Final Assembly Plant, residents will find a multitude of diverse and fun activities. Thrill-seekers of all ages love the side-by-side theme parks, Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun. Modeled after the tale, Around the World in Eighty Days, Worlds of Fun features more than 50 rides, shows and attractions. Catch more than 60-acres of surf, sand and fun at Oceans of Fun, the Midwest’s largest tropically-themed water park. Some kid favorites include the Kansas City Zoo, one of many Kansas Speedway racing events, or Union Station’s theater district and the interactive museum, Science City. For adults, the city’s casinos include the Argosy Riverside, Harrah’s North Kansas City and Ameristar Casino that offer gaming, dining and live entertainment. People watch at the City Market, one of the Midwest’s largest and oldest farmers markets.

Additionally, Kansas City enjoys a rich cultural heritage serving as one of the premiere art cities in the nation. You'll find more than 80 art galleries and over 40 museums and centers devoted to showcasing artwork from around the world. The Historic 18th & Vine District boasts an extensive Jazz culture, offering the American Jazz Museum, the Blue Room, and the Gem Theater in addition to the many restaurants and clubs dedicated to the vibrant music.

Whether it's the diverse cultural and recreational opportunities, the friendly people or the Midwest mentality, Gladstone and the surrounding communities afford a quality of life second to none. The combination of small town charm within a short distance of a clean and lively downtown make Gladstone a great place to call home.