Homes by award-winning building team selling fast at The Communities of River Ridge

Sales have been at a brisk pace in the final phase of The Communities of River Ridge as increasingly more buyers are drawn to creating a custom-built home with the award-winning building team here. The team includes Tabernacle Homes, Parkview Homes, KBC Homes, Koehler Building Company, Wheeler Design Custom Homes, Comerio Corporation, Braklow Custom Homes, Bickimer Construction, Taylored Homes, James Engle Custom Homes, John Stewart Custom Homes, Reed Fuller Construction, Willis Custom Homes, Redstone Homes, Woodbridge Custom Homes and Krueger Homes.

According to Lettiann Southerland, who markets this community located off Kenneth Road and 162nd Terrace in southern Johnson County near both 49/71 Highway and 69 Highway, it is a very unique place to build and live.

“River Ridge is a peaceful 240-acre community situated high up overlooking the Blue Valley, offering spectacular views of stands of mature trees and gorgeous views for miles around,” said Southerland. “Although it includes a significant amount of acreage, the neighborhoods are thoughtfully designed to be welcoming, not isolating. Additionally, there are no through streets so it’s very private and peaceful here, and feels like it’s miles from the city.”

Prospective buyers will find three distinct neighborhoods here—High Point Estates, Sunset Hills at River Ridge, and The Enclave of Sunset Hills— tucked away in an enviable pocket of treed, gently rolling terrain that blends new construction with established neighborhoods.

To get a flavor and flair for the wealth of floor plan and interior and exterior design, craftsmanship, and luxury options available, stop by the model home/sales office. Built by John Stewart Custom Homes, this reverse 1½-story, approximately 3,500 square foot home is perched on a quiet cul-de-sac location and features four bedrooms – two on the main floor and two on the lower level, octagonal ceilings in the foyer and over the breakfast area, and a suspended slab garage offering additional storage space below.

In The Enclave of Sunset Hills, Reed Fuller Construction has built The Craftsman, a gorgeous, reverse 1-1/2-story, four-bedroom, three-bathroom, 3,400 square foot home featuring a Butler’s pantry, computer room, spacious deck and lower level wet bar. Priced at $555,000, this home is move-in ready.

The Monterrey by Wheeler Design Custom Homes is a stunning two-story home with five bedrooms, five bathrooms and approximately 3,600 square feet of living space set on a prime corner cul-de-sac homesite just shy of a half-acre. Priced at $625,000, it offers an open floor plan, fully appointed dream kitchen and a master bathroom featuring a huge tiled shower, soaking tub, his and hers sinks and built-in storage.

Wheeler Design is also offering The Bayview plan in Sunset Hills at River Ridge, a reverse 1-1/2-story home with four bedrooms, 4-1/2 bathrooms, and 3,800 square feet of living space situated on a ¾-acre lot with a covered deck and patio, priced at $639,900.

Comerio Corporation has built a striking 1-1/2-story, five-bedroom, four-bathroom, 3,399 square foot The Lago plan. Also located in The Enclave and priced at $644,000, it is highlighted by a 20-foot entryway ceiling, a free-standing master tub and a covered lanai with a fireplace.

“The beauty of living in River Ridge is that because every lot is different, the diversity goes beyond just the architectural home styles,” Southerland said. “Even the interior lots are different, making them great options for building a home with a side-entry garage and/or pool.”

Currently 18 lots remain for custom build jobs, four situated on expansive walk-out lots backing up to green space, woods and/or neighboring Aubrey Vineyards, the first vineyard established in Overland Park, giving residents coveted vineyard and tree views from their homes. For prospective buyers considering a longer move-in timeline, three spec homes will be available within 45 days.

Community amenities include a swimming pool, playground, tennis courts, volleyball courts and fishing ponds. River Ridge is also within minutes of a wealth of retail, entertainment and dining options and services along 135th Street and 151st Street, and is served by the award-winning Blue Valley School District.

“I tell people that the Communities of River Ridge is one of the best-kept secrets,” Southerland said. “The neighborhood really speaks to the lifestyle desired by our buyers and we expect that the remaining homesites and spec homes will sell very quickly .

For more information, contact Lettiann Southerland, Lettiann & Associates Real Estate Services, at 913-333-0511.

This story was originally published September 27, 2017 at 12:01 AM with the headline "Homes by award-winning building team selling fast at The Communities of River Ridge."