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616 NW 42nd Terrace Kansas City 64116
$485,000
2620187
  • 4
  • 3
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Amenities

  • Basement
  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Garage

Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the sought-after Claymont neighborhood, this 1.5-story home offers rare privacy, space, and a wooded backdrop that feels like acreage in the middle of the city. With no visible neighbors on either side, the setting is exceptionally private yet close to everything. Step into a large, open living room with vaulted ceilings, wood beam accents, and a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace. Walls of glass and sliding doors on both sides of the home bring in natural light and allow for cross-breezes, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor feel. The space flows into a formal dining area designed for easy entertaining. The chef's kitchen features a gas cooktop, double ovens, granite countertops, and a functional layout, highlighted by a custom brick accent wall. Just off the kitchen are a half bath and laundry room for convenience. Tall ceilings, an open catwalk, and expansive sightlines make the home feel significantly larger than it appears, adding volume and architectural interest throughout. The main-level primary suite is privately situated as a true retreat. Upstairs, two bedrooms are separated by an open catwalk overlooking the living room, with a full bath completing the level. The lower level expands the home with a fourth bedroom, large rec space with fireplace and wet bar, plus flexible space for an office, gym, or hobby room. Outdoor living is a standout with maintenance-free artificial turf, playset, multiple decks, wraparound flagstone patio, terraced entertaining areas, and hot tub—designed for year-round use and zero mud. Lower level also offers oversized storage/workroom with exterior access. This highly desirable neighborhood setting delivers privacy, scale, and lifestyle—wooded, secluded, and still close to everything.

Claymont is one of Kansas City North's most distinctive neighborhoods — rolling hills, mature trees, and homes with real architectural character rather than the cookie-cutter feel of newer subdivisions. Positioned just off US-169 near Briarcliff Parkway, this location puts you minutes from downtown Kansas City to the south and a straight shot north to Kansas City International Airport, with Briarcliff Village shopping and dining right around the corner. Served by the North Kansas City School District, the property sits within easy reach of the Northland's parks, trails, and the Missouri River corridor. With no HOA, there are no additional association fees or restrictions to factor into your monthly cost. A standout detail worth seeing in person: sliding glass doors flank both sides of the vaulted main-floor living room and the lower-level rec space directly below it, opening the entire vertical footprint to the wooded surroundings.

Property Highlights:

  • 4 bed / 3 full bath / 1 half bath
  • Cul-de-sac lot adjoining greenspace with no visible neighbors on either side
  • Vaulted main-floor living room with floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace and sliding glass doors on both sides
  • Walk-out finished basement with second fireplace, wet bar, and large rec space
  • Chef's kitchen — gas cooktop, double ovens, granite counters, kitchen island
  • Main-level primary suite with walk-in closet and whirlpool tub
  • Multiple decks, wraparound flagstone patio, hot tub, artificial turf, and playset
  • 3,688 total sq ft (2,688 above grade / 1,000 finished below)
  • 0.41-acre treed lot in the Claymont subdivision, North Kansas City School District
  • No HOA — minutes to downtown KC and a quick shot north to KCI Airport