8516 Darnell St, Lenexa, KS 66215
FOR SALE

8516 Darnell St
Lenexa, KS 66215

  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,971 sqft

$429,000

Est. Mortgage $2,551/mo*
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$429,000

Est. Mortgage $2,551/mo*
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4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,971 sqft
We estimate this home will sell faster than 98% nearby.

Local Information

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Description

Welcome home to 8516 Darnell Street! Nestled in The Cedars, a quiet, established Lenexa community, this spacious 4-bedroom atrium split offers the perfect blend of modern updates and classic comfort. Bask in the ultimate peace of mind with major big-ticket upgrades already completed, including a 2022 HVAC system, 2023 water heater, and 2022 dishwasher. As an added bonus, the kitchen refrigerator, washer, and dryer all stay with the home! For absolute transparency, the home has also been pre-inspected to ensure a smooth sale.
The main and lower levels have been beautifully transformed with contemporary luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring, stylish metal spindles, fresh stair carpeting, and a crisp, modern palette of wall and trim paint throughout the kitchen and living areas. Upgraded knock-down ceilings add a seamless, high-end finish to the space. Cook and entertain effortlessly with open sightlines that lead down to the cozy family room, anchored by a timeless enameled fireplace with bookshelves.
Step outside to the large deck and patio to enjoy peaceful Kansas evenings in your spacious yard. Complete with a massive sub-basement for seasonal storage, easy highway access, and close proximity to top-tier neighborhood parks and Rising Star Elementary—all the hard work is done. Don't miss your chance to move right in and start making memories!
We estimate this home will sell faster than 98% nearby.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$218
Listed
11 days ago

Home Details for 8516 Darnell St

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Concrete,Interior EntryNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Dining Room, Family Room, Half Bath, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1971 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Built-In Oven, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: In BasementMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Family Room, Gas, Fireplace ScreenHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window Coverings, Skylight(s)Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: DeckFencing: WoodNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Garage Door Opener
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1571Finished Area (below surface): 400

Days on Market

Days on Market: 11

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1983
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Board & Batten Siding, Brick Veneer
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: See DisclosureParcel Number: IP088000000108

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $429,000Price Per Sqft: $218
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Immediate

Location

Direction & Address
City: LenexaCommunity: The Cedars
School Information
Elementary School: Rising StarJr High / Middle School: WestridgeHigh School: SM WestHigh School District: Shawnee Mission

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 2626715

Building

Building Details
Builder Name: Darrol Rodrock
Building Area
Building Area: 1971 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9272 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Estate/Trust

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 2626715Attribution Contact: 913-302-0551Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1571
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Scott Galvin, (913) 302-0551
KW KANSAS CITY METRO
Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#2626715
Also Listed on Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Market trends in Lenexa

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$456K
$13.71KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.9%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$196
$3MoM
Available listings
128
12MoM

Price History for 8516 Darnell St

DatePriceEventSource
06/22/2026$429,000Listed For SaleHeartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2626715
06/30/2011--Sold
N/A
03/24/2011$190,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,714
Assessment$375,500
Home facts updated by county records

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2,305
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What Locals Say about Lenexa

At least 392 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 80 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 77 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say it's quiet

  • 72 % Say kids play outside

  • 72 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 56 % Say there's wildlife

  • 53 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 41 % Say there are community events

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  • Nfnyc6mvrc
    "Lenexa is a very family oriented place for many people seeing as there are many fun events with in the community it’s a very safe place for raising kids as long as they’re are many kids together at a time they are safe without adults past about 9:30 on summer nights it’s best recommended that most kids are not alone outside unless they have an adult with them "
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  • Sinisterministerbs
    "People are always out with their dogs. The dogs sometimes become friends, giving residents a way to get acquainted."
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  • Nik Pearson
    "Lenexa is the city of festivals. Our favorite is the annual chili challenge which is the 2nd weekend every October."
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  • Lvhdgc7
    "Great pools, parks, festivals, BBQ and Chili contests, concerts, friendly people, accessible stores, very good city services."
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  • Cinnamonmail
    "I can get just about anywhere in Kansas City within about 20 minutes thanks to the network of highways and arterial roads. I am about 30 min from the airport. "
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  • Cassidy F.
    "Green trees and very safe. There’s definitely money here. Clean streets and close to shopping, freeways, etc. I absolutely love it "
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  • Stacy M.
    "I drive to wherever I need to go but biking is also easy for shopping. There are great biking trails that connect to Streamway and Shawnee Mission Park."
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  • Emmabair
    "Plenty of people in the area have dogs and most are friendly. Also, the apartment complex has a good number of doggie poo clean-up stations with bags and a trash can that they usually keep stocked and emptied regularly. "
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  • Jaycee N. V. G.
    "People walk their dogs all the time! Very dog friendly! The area is well maintained and picked up after."
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  • Fran
    "Great area for children. Very safe and people friendly. All pets are on a leash and are friendly. Police department close by."
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  • Kristina D.
    "The neighborhood is great for families! I see families out daily walking with the kids and their dogs or even riding bikes with their kids. I live in distant to walk to the Lenexa City Center and they have functions on the weekends for the entire family!"
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  • Kristina D.
    "Great school districts, friendly neighborhoods, great atmosphere to raise a family. Several grocery stores to choice."
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  • Rebbecca T.
    "it's a quiet and relatively safe neighborhood, nice to take quiet talks and see nature, there's a nice walking trail and a playground nearby"
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  • Jillian P.
    "Im a cat owner. Lots of sidewalks and trails. Lots of open areas for dogs to play and run............."
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  • Angelas_driven
    "15-20 minutes . Moderate traffic. We are right by the interstate, yet we have to go a bit out of the way to get on it so I guess that’s a downside."
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  • Rochelle.a.mccoy
    "Nice, clean, and family friendly. Easy to get around town. Great parks and trails, and a new community rec center with indoor pools and slides. Lots of restaurants and places to shop, and it continues to grow and offer opportunities for jobs and new residential developments. This is an ideal American city."
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  • Jensinepaige
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for two years, it’s very quite and friendly. "
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  • Mike S.
    "I’ve lived in or near Lenexa most of my life and it is a great area. Very close to everything KC has to offer. "
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  • Jbriece
    "Walmart is 10 min. Price Chopper is 8 min. Downtown is 25 min. Lawerence is 25 min. Hospital 5 min "
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  • Lynnrodak
    "The people in it. The properties are well maintained. People are genuinely friendly, and care about each other."
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  • Rochelle.a.mccoy
    "BBQ? I don’t know if many community events that happen here but I’m sure there are some. The area keeps growing and it’s a safe neighborhood "
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  • John A.
    "Lenexa can get busy at times but not too bad. Overall experience living there has been great. Maybe "
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  • Abdi913hassan
    "There is numerous dog parks near by, also playground that are very welcoming towards dogs. Majority of the apartments here welcome dogs aswell "
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  • Sami J.
    "Poop bags at parks and big dog park close by. Lost of dog owners out walking their dogs daily. Most people clean up after their dogs. "
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  • Steven S.
    "Nice trails to walk dogs with doggie bags and trash dumpsters conveniently located along the trails . Clean neighborhoods. Pet friendly. "
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  • Kats2ndemail
    "I’m just visiting this side of town. I don’t know too much about it. Driving here is certainly crazy. "
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  • Jessicam3386
    "I’ve lived in the neighborhood for 5 years feel very safe and familiar with neighbors , very much feel at home in this nice area. "
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  • Lorna J.
    "they need public transportation running later than 7:00 o'clock. some people do not have running run cars or are without cars. and uber and lyft are very pricey to and crom work. not to mention people that have to be at work at 7 or later. think about convenience of those not having 75 to 100 thousand dollars a year. please!!"
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  • Collins L.
    "I’m not an owner of a dog. My neighbors have dogs. That could be a good or bad thing. People here are very friendly. "
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  • Kristi T.
    "I haves lived in Lenexa for a year and live it! It is great being near the highway and City Center’s new development."
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  • Aaron
    "No noteworthy events... No fireworks display was disappointing. But it’s a great area to live nonetheless."
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  • Pleasant S. F.
    "Family friendly neighborhood great for raising a family and the school districts are good as well. Great location."
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  • Justin Q.
    "I'm new to this area but this appears to be a town of dog lovers. Lots of people walking their dogs, and riding around with them. Conveniently located off-leash parks, and centrally located shopping centers. Pricey housing but no doubt worth it."
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  • Kellicore
    "the people, the walking paths, great management...easy access to pools and rec. area...small monthly homeowners dues"
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  • Djavier1166
    "Its a great place for kids. Lenexa has lots of community events, like movies in the park, outdoor concerts and farmers markets!"
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    "Uniquely charactered neighborhood- not cookie cutter, so it’s more interesting. Lots of diversity. Really close to shops and restaurants. "
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  • Jenny S.
    "Schools within walking distance. Safe, pedestrian-friendly neighborhood. Strong police presence with low crime. Friendly neighbors who look out for you and socialize."
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    "The people, the city, neighbors, light traffic easy to get around. Family community, friends. .......,"
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LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Scott Galvin, KW KANSAS CITY METRO
Agent Phone: (913) 302-0551
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-06-30 12:08:02 PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Prices displayed on all Sold listings are the Last Known Listing Price and may not be the actual selling price. Click here for more information
Listing Information presented by local MLS brokerage: Zillow, Inc., local REALTOR®- Terry York - (913) 213-6604
8516 Darnell St, Lenexa, KS 66215 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,971 sqft single-family home built in 1983. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Jun 18, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 2626715.