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How much do homes cost in Smithville, MO?
TownRatings, compiling Redfin Data Center MLS sales, counted 210 homes sold in Smithville from October 2025 through September 2026, at a typical $367,000. In the year to May 2026, houses made up about 88% of sales. The 21 townhouses that sold went for a typical $284,000, which can be a way in for first-time buyers.
How long is the drive from Smithville to Kansas City?
Clay County tourism places Smithville Lake about 20 miles from downtown Kansas City. U.S. 169 runs through Smithville toward the city. Time your actual route at rush hour.
What is there to do in Smithville?
- Smithville Lake: 7,200 acres and more than 175 miles of shoreline, with two swim beaches, two full-service marinas, a sailboat marina, 777 campsites, about 25 miles of walking and biking trails, and 11 miles of single-track mountain bike trails.
- Paradise Pointe Golf Complex: two public 18-hole courses.
- Downtown Smithville: the Main Street district, Courtyard Park events, and a fall Octoberfest, per the city.
What kind of homes are in Smithville?
The city notes many new housing developments, alongside older homes near downtown. Houses are most of the sales, with a smaller number of townhomes.
Which school district serves Smithville?
Most homes in Smithville are served by the Smithville R-II School District. District lines don't always match city limits, so homes with a Smithville mailing address can sit in a different district.
I don't rank schools. To confirm the school for a specific address, check with the district at smithvilleschooldistrict.net.
What should first-time buyers know about Smithville?
- Look at townhomes if single-family prices are a stretch, and check HOA dues in your payment.
- Ask about new construction carefully. Builder contracts differ from resale contracts, and having your own agent helps.
- Compare with Kearney and Excelsior Springs.
Sources: TownRatings, Redfin Data Center MLS sales; City of Smithville; Visit Clay County, Smithville Lake. Figures change. Ask me for current numbers on a specific home.
Fair housing note: I describe homes, prices, amenities, and drive times. I don't describe who lives in an area or rank neighborhoods by who they're "for." For school information, check the district directly.
Frequently asked questions
What school district serves Smithville, MO?
Most of Smithville is served by the Smithville R-II School District. Confirm the school for a specific address with the district at smithvilleschooldistrict.net, since district lines do not always match city limits.
What is the typical home price in Smithville, MO?
A TownRatings compilation of Redfin Data Center MLS sales showed a typical sale of about $367,000 from October 2025 through September 2026, across 210 sales.
How big is Smithville Lake?
About 7,200 acres with more than 175 miles of shoreline, according to Clay County tourism.
How far is Smithville from Kansas City?
Smithville Lake is about 20 miles from downtown Kansas City, per Clay County tourism. U.S. 169 runs through Smithville.
Are there townhomes in Smithville?
Yes, though fewer than houses. In the year to May 2026, 21 townhouses sold at a typical $284,000, per TownRatings' Redfin-based data.
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