Enjoy the best of Independence with the comfort of a welcoming community close to shopping, dining, recreation, entertainment, and everyday essentials. Highland Manor offers a convenient location along U.S. Highway 40, making it easy to enjoy all that Independence and the Kansas City area have to offer while giving you a comfortable place to call home.
Peaceful Community Living, Kansas City Convenience
Living at Highland Manor gives you the best of both worlds—a comfortable neighborhood setting with easy access to the attractions, services, and conveniences of Independence and the surrounding Kansas City area.
- Convenient access to U.S. Highway 40 and nearby interstates
- Easy access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and everyday essentials
- Close to parks, trails, schools, and community services
- Just east of Kansas City with convenient access to the greater metro area
Explore Independence’s Attractions & Entertainment
From outdoor recreation and family-friendly attractions to shopping, dining, and entertainment, there’s always something to discover nearby.
- Local entertainment: Catch a game, concert, or event at Cable Dahmer Arena, or explore the restaurants, shops, and entertainment options throughout Independence.
- Outdoor recreation: Enjoy direct community access to the Little Blue Trace Trail, an 18.7-mile paved and gravel trail for hiking, jogging, and biking. Nearby parks, lakes, and recreation areas offer even more ways to enjoy the outdoors.
- Family-friendly attractions: Spend the day at Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium, let the kids burn off energy at Epic Bounce Park, or explore nearby campgrounds and recreation areas.
- Explore Kansas City: With Highland Manor located just east of Kansas City, residents can easily enjoy the area’s restaurants, attractions, shopping, museums, sporting events, and entertainment.
Everyday Convenience, Just Minutes Away
- Grocery stores and everyday shopping: 5–10 minutes
- Restaurants, cafés, and local businesses: 5–10 minutes
- Independence Center & major retailers: 5–10 minutes
- Pharmacies and healthcare providers: 5–15 minutes
- Major highways: 5–10 minutes
- Banks and essential services: 5–10 minutes
Parks, Recreation & More
- Little Blue Trace Trail: On-site access
- Local parks and recreation areas: 5–10 minutes
- Waterfall Park: 5–10 minutes
- Blue Springs Lake & Fleming Park: 10–15 minutes
- Golf courses: 10–15 minutes
- Cable Dahmer Arena: 5–10 minutes
- Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium: 15–20 minutes
- Downtown Kansas City: 20–25 minutes
