Kansas City metro, MO relocation guide
Moving to Westwood, MO
$480,000Median listing price
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About Westwood
Westwood is a small inner-ring city in northeastern Johnson County (2020 population 1,750). Community roots include the 1898 Swatzell stone home, with major suburban development following World War II; the city incorporated in 1949.
Home prices in Westwood
The median listing price in Westwood is $480,000.
Top places in Westwood
- Westwood City Hall
- The Westwood welcome sign (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Proximity to the Country Club Plaza and KU Medical Center.
- Small commercial nodes along 47th Street.
Commuting from Westwood
- RideKC bus routes serve Westwood along the 47th Street and Rainbow Boulevard corridors; specific routes and frequencies were not verified.
Schools in Westwood
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.
Westwood FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Westwood, MO?
The median listing price in Westwood is $480,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Westwood, MO?
RideKC bus routes serve Westwood along the 47th Street and Rainbow Boulevard corridors; specific routes and frequencies were not verified. - Which school district serves Westwood, MO?
Westwood 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.