Sign In Register

Lenexa, KS Community

35 discussions from residents and visitors

Mia Chavez

Best and worst neighborhoods in Lenexa

You can expect to pay around $1,429 for rent here. Median household income is $102,344, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $1,429/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $368,800, which seems about average. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. ...

5 replies 7 upvotes best-worst
Mackenzie Ward

Is Lenexa good for remote workers?

Anyone else feel this way? I work in manufacturing and You can expect to pay around $1,429 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 57,986 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Would love some local perspective.

6 replies 26 upvotes jobs
Clara Thomas

Cost of living reality check -Lenexa

So, We have two kids and Rent is about $1,429/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Am I wrong here?

2 replies 23 upvotes housing
Emilia E.

Quick question about Lenexa

Curious what people think. Born and raised here. Am I wrong here?

1 replies 8 upvotes qa
Carson Ruiz

Best hidden gems in Lenexa

Longtime lurker here, Median household income is $102,344, which feels pretty solid for the area. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

3 replies 19 upvotes best-worst
Wesley

Is Lenexa a good place to live?

First post here. My family moved here when I was a kid. The median home value here is around $368,800, which seems about average. Average temperature is around 55--F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $1,429/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $368,800 on average. It's a very...

3 replies 15 upvotes living
Isabella Moore

Raising a family in Lenexa -thoughts?

My family moved here when I was a kid. Median household income is $102,344, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $1,429/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Worth the trade-offs?

1 replies 26 upvotes living
Clara Thomas

Worst things about Lenexa nobody talks about

Alright, Been living here since 2020. With a population of 57,986, Lenexa is a smaller city. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Has anyone dealt with this? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

1 replies 19 upvotes best-worst
Skylar Green

Best restaurants in Lenexa?

Random thought, It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Let me know your thoughts.

0 replies 30 upvotes qa
Jerry M.

Housing market in Lenexa right now

Anyone else feel this way? With a population of 57,986, Lenexa is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Lenexa sits at 154.7 per 100K. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Anyone in a similar situation? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where m...

17 replies 8 upvotes housing
Isaiah Green

Things that make Lenexa unique

Longtime lurker here, The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. With a population of 57,986, Lenexa is a smaller city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Looking forward to hearing from you all.

6 replies 13 upvotes best-worst
Gerald W.

Quick question about Lenexa

I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,429 for rent here. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no suga...

2 replies 12 upvotes qa
columbus_eleanor

Lenexa job market vs Phoenix

Alright, I'm retired and With a population of 57,986, Lenexa is a smaller city. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Thanks! The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night l...

15 replies 10 upvotes jobs
Everly B.

Just moved to Lenexa, any tips?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Any help is appreciated. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

0 replies 6 upvotes moving
Carson Ruiz

Is Lenexa walkable?

Hello, I'm retired and Homes are going for about $368,800 on average. Average temperature is around 55--F, so the weather is moderate. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still managea...

2 replies 20 upvotes qa
Clara Thomas

Is public transit usable in Lenexa?

So, We're a young couple and Rent is about $1,429/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Lenexa sits at 154.7 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The school system vari...

5 replies 25 upvotes qa
Skylar Green

Healthcare options in Lenexa?

Hey, I'm a 49-year-old accountant and The median home value here is around $368,800, which seems about average. Rent is about $1,429/month for a decent place. With a population of 57,986, Lenexa is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Lenexa sits at 154.7 per 100K. There's a real sen...

24 replies 27 upvotes qa
Abigail Nelson

Co-working spaces in Lenexa?

OK so I grew up here but left for a while. Average temperature is around 55--F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $1,429/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $1,429 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good ...

7 replies 28 upvotes jobs
Chloe B.

Considering Lenexa vs Cleveland -help me decide

So, Military spouse here. The median home value here is around $368,800, which seems about average. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

2 replies 8 upvotes moving
Everett

Lenexa is underrated, change my mind

Random thought, Household incomes average around $102,344 in Lenexa. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Thanks for reading. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's changing fast -some g...

2 replies 14 upvotes best-worst
Evelyn

Living in Lenexa -the reality

Random thought, I'm retired and Household incomes average around $102,344 in Lenexa. Crime rate is something to consider -Lenexa sits at 154.7 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. What do you all think? Cheers. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

0 replies 0 upvotes living
Vivian A.

Cheapest neighborhoods in Lenexa?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a 37-year-old mechanic and Average temperature is around 55--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $102,344, which feels pretty solid for the area. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

4 replies 3 upvotes housing
Ava R.

Is Lenexa getting better or worse?

Hey everyone, The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Has anyone dealt with this? Thanks for reading. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high bu...

13 replies 24 upvotes living
Chloe B.

Moving to Lenexa for work -advice?

Hey everyone, Military spouse here. Am I overthinking this? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

9 replies 12 upvotes moving
Mia Chavez

Job market in Lenexa for tech?

Curious what people think. Homes are going for about $368,800 on average. With a population of 57,986, Lenexa is a smaller city. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Does this match your experience?

3 replies 5 upvotes jobs
Mackenzie Ward

Cheapest neighborhoods in Lenexa?

Been living here since 2023. Median household income is $102,344, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Lenexa sits at 154.7 per 100K. The median home value here is around $368,800, which seems about average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoatin...

0 replies 28 upvotes housing
Everett

Job hunting in Lenexa -tips?

Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,429 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some gett...

9 replies 21 upvotes jobs
Mia Chavez

Anyone work in healthcare in Lenexa?

Random thought, Just moved here 5 months ago and Homes are going for about $368,800 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Lenexa sits at 154.7 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 57,986 people. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Property taxes are high but you g...

2 replies 4 upvotes jobs
Jordan Carter

Lenexa job market vs Tucson

Hey folks, What do you all think? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

0 replies 19 upvotes jobs
← Back to Lenexa Data