Kansas City metro, MO relocation guide
Moving to Fairway, MO
About Fairway
Fairway is a small, tree-lined residential city in northeastern Johnson County (2020 population 4,170), known as "The City of Trees." Developed in the 1930s and incorporated in 1949, it sits on historic ground: the Shawnee Methodist Mission — a National Historic Landmark — moved to this site in 1839. It is an inner-ring suburb of quiet streets and mid-century homes minutes from the Missouri state line.
Home prices in Fairway
The median listing price in Fairway is $699,950.
Top places in Fairway
- Shawnee Indian Mission State Historic Site
- The tree-canopied residential streets that give Fairway its "City of Trees" nickname.
- Proximity to the Country Club Plaza and Mission Hills across State Line Road.
Commuting from Fairway
- RideKC bus routes serve the Fairway area along the State Line and Mission Road corridors; specific routes and frequencies were not verified.
Schools in Fairway
Public schools: Shawnee Mission School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Fairway FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Fairway, MO?
The median listing price in Fairway is $699,950. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Fairway, MO?
RideKC bus routes serve the Fairway area along the State Line and Mission Road corridors; specific routes and frequencies were not verified. - Which school district serves Fairway, MO?
Fairway is served by Shawnee Mission School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.