Kansas City metro, MO relocation guide
Moving to Olathe, MO
$625,000Median listing price
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About Olathe
Olathe is the Johnson County seat and the metro's second-largest Kansas city (2020 population 141,290). Founded in 1857, it grew from a Santa Fe Trail stop into a major suburban employment and retail center with a preserved historic downtown — including the Albert Ott House and I.O. Pickering House — alongside extensive newer development along I-35.
Home prices in Olathe
The median listing price in Olathe is $625,000.
Top places in Olathe
- Downtown Olathe
- Albert Ott House, 401 S. Harrison St.
- I.O. Pickering House, 507 W. Park St.
- Major retail and employment corridors along I-35 and 119th Street.
Commuting from Olathe
- RideKC bus routes serve Olathe, including downtown and the I-35 corridor; specific routes and frequencies were not verified.
Schools in Olathe
Public schools: Olathe Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Olathe FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Olathe, MO?
The median listing price in Olathe is $625,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Olathe, MO?
RideKC bus routes serve Olathe, including downtown and the I-35 corridor; specific routes and frequencies were not verified. - Which school district serves Olathe, MO?
Olathe is served by Olathe Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.