New speculative homes await in Johnson County’s ‘best-kept secret’

The lush surroundings of the Communities of River Ridge are beautiful year-round, but the scenic splendor of the community reaches full peak in the fall. An abundance of mature trees that line the gently rolling terrain explode with color, creating breathtaking views that are the ideal backdrop for the community’s stately, thoughtfully built homes.

Inside River Ridge, three distinct neighborhoods await: Sunset Hills at River Ridge, High Point Estates, and The Enclave of Sunset Hills. Although the community includes a significant amount of acreage, the neighborhoods are thoughtfully designed to be welcoming, not isolating. Large homesites effortlessly mingle with landscaping and an abundance of mature trees, creating a compelling aesthetic that makes for gorgeous views.

Within The Enclave of Sunset Hills, a number of speculative homes are under construction, giving prospective homeowners the luxury of choice and the ability to accommodate a range of move-in timelines. A reverse 1½-story home by Reed Fuller Construction, the Craftsman, is priced at $592,000 and offers four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The approximately 3,554-square-foot home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac homesite. And with a covered patio and a deck, homeowners will have the perfect spot to enjoy the surrounding scenery while relaxing or entertaining. Additional interior features include an open kitchen concept, an oversized pantry, and a sumptuous master suite with main-level laundry facilities connected to the master closet.

Also in the neighborhood, John Stewart Custom Homes recently finished a custom reverse 1½-story home with four bedrooms and three bathrooms. Priced at $605,000, the approximately 3,550-square-foot home is move-in ready and offers a cul-de-sac homesite, covered deck and patio and a suspended slab garage floor, providing versatile extra space – also accessible from outside the home – that could easily be converted to a workshop, home theater or storage. Inside, dramatic features like octagonal ceilings in the foyer and over the breakfast area add interest to the inviting interior.

Elsewhere in the neighborhood, several additional speculative homes are under construction, including a reverse 1½-story home on a walkout homesites that backs to the woods and Aubrey Vineyards, giving homeowners coveted treed and vineyard views.

For buyers interested in creating a custom-built home, an award-winning building team that 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 Custom Homes and Krueger Homes is ready to help. Other builders are welcome with developer approval. Each offers a wealth of floor plan and interior and exterior design options to help buyers build the home of their dreams.

Although River Ridge has traditionally been considered a best-kept secret, word is spreading. In a testament to the community’s appeal, sales have been brisk, and the remaining homesites and speculative homes are expected to sell quickly. Now’s the ideal time to experience all that River Ridge has to offer, including an amenities package complete with a swimming pool, playground, tennis courts, volleyball courts and fishing ponds. Additionally, River Ridge’s prime Johnson County location puts homeowners within minutes of a wealth of shops and services and is served by the award-winning Blue Valley School District.

“Many people who visit are surprised how close River Ridge is to everything you need: highways, shopping, and restaurants at 135th Street and along 151st Street,” said Lettiann Southerland, who markets the community. “But it feels like it’s miles from the city. It’s peaceful here.”

For information, contact Lettiann Southerland at 816-898-5477.

This story was originally published September 15, 2016 at 12:20 AM with the headline "New speculative homes await in Johnson County’s ‘best-kept secret’."