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  • Price cut: $27.5K (7/23)
    $647,000

    12808 Howe Dr, Leawood, KS 66209

    4beds
    4,024sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1987
    0.51 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $161/sqft
    $96/mo HOA

    What's special

    Hearth roomFormal diningSunny breakfast nookRec roomFlexible gathering spacePrivate libraryGenerously sized rooms
    This classic 1.5-story home is custom-built and being sold by its original owner. Located on a tree-lined lot in the desirable Waterford community of Leawood, it features a timeless layout with generously sized rooms, formal dining, main-level laundry, and a side-entry garage. Though not recently updated, the home has been lovingly maintained—and with the right renovations, it has the potential to be truly spectacular. Inside, you'll find soaring ceilings, expansive windows, and natural light throughout. The main level offers a private library, a spacious primary suite with fireplace, a well-appointed laundry room, and a kitchen with center island, built-in appliances, and ample cabinetry. The grand room features vaulted ceilings and a built-in wet bar, perfect for entertaining. The hearth room flows into a sunny breakfast nook and opens to a large composite deck overlooking a park-like backyard. Upstairs includes a vaulted loft with skylights—ideal for a home office or creative retreat—plus spacious bedrooms with walk-in closets and Jack-and-Jill or private bath access. A private suite includes dual closets, one cedar-lined. The finished lower level features a rec room, wet bar, and flexible gathering space.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: August 06, 2025 at 08:33am

    Listing Provided by:

    Cristina Carper 785-221-8774,

    ReeceNichols - Leawood

    Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2549727MLS Logo
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 20 x 13.5
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: All Carpet, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 13 x 15.3
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 16.4 x 12.2
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 15.8 x 12
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Shower Only, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 18 x 14.4
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Shower Over Tub
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 3
    • Features: Shower Only
    • Level: First
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 12 x 13
    Great room
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, Wet Bar
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 15.7 x 23.6
    Other
    • Level: Main
    Other
    • Level: Basement
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 21.3 x 13.5
    Laundry
    • Level: Main
    Library
    • Features: All Carpet, Built-in Features
    • Level: Main
    • Dimensions: 16 x 11.4
    Loft
    • Features: Built-in Features
    • Level: First
    • Dimensions: 15.75 x 11.7
    Recreation room
    • Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace, Partial Carpeting, Wet Bar
    • Level: Basement
    • Dimensions: 43 x 36.2
    Heating
    • Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Attic Fan, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Humidifier, Microwave, Trash Compactor
    • Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
    Features
    • Cedar Closet, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
    • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Tile, Wood
    • Windows: Window Coverings, Skylight(s), Thermal Windows, Wood Frames
    • Basement: Concrete,Daylight,Finished,Full,Interior Entry
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Basement, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Fireplace Screen
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 4,024
    • Total interior livable area: 4,024 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 3,600
    • Finished area below ground: 424

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage Faces Side
    • Attached garage spaces: 3
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Fencing: Metal
    Lot
    • Size: 0.51 Acres
    • Features: City Limits, Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac
    Details
    • Parcel number: HP996000010027
    • Special conditions: As Is

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Concrete, Shingle Siding, Stone Trim
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Year built: 1987
    Details
    • Builder name: Koehler

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Fire Alarm, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: Waterford
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: Pool
    • Services included: Curbside Recycle, Trash
    • HOA fee: $1,150 annually
    • HOA name: Sentry Management
    Location
    • Region: Leawood

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $161/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $579,800
    • Annual tax amount: $7,410
    • Date on market: 6/6/2025
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Ownership: Private
    • Road surface type: Paved
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