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North-side growth with big things coming

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9,458
Population
$252,000
Median Sale Price
Valley Center USD 262 (B+) or USD 259 (C+)
School Rating
~14 min
To Downtown
~1.61%
Eff. Tax Rate

Median sale price of existing homes, closings Sept 30, 2025 to Sept 29, 2026. Source: SCKMLS data analyzed by Caleb Claussen. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. School grades: Niche 2026 Best School Districts, Oct 2026. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, July 1, 2025 population estimates.

Watch Before You Move Here

I made a full video on Park City. This is the fastest way to get the real picture.

About Park City

Park City sits just north of Wichita along I-135, and it's home to about 9,458 people. That's about 13% more than in 2020, so the town has been growing steadily.

For a long time, Park City got overlooked, and a big part of that goes back to 2007. That year the Wichita Greyhound Park closed, and the Wild West World theme park opened and failed in the same year. That one-two punch left the north side without much buzz for years.

Things have been changing since then. Hartman Arena opened in 2009 and hosts concerts, sports, and events. An Amazon fulfillment center opened in Park City in 2021. And now there's real momentum, with Gilley's open at the old Greyhound Park site and Champtown moving forward along I-135.

If you've been sleeping on the north side, Park City is worth a fresh look. I also made an earlier video on why it's Wichita's most underrated suburb.

Insider Notes

These are the things I tell people before they make an offer in Park City.

  • The prices are honest right now. The median sale price of an existing home in Park City is about $252,000, and prices are up about 37% since 2021. The interesting part is the last year: prices were flat, even with the casino opening and the new development underway.

  • Homes still move quickly. The typical Park City home sold in about 10 days over the past year, so if you find one you like, be ready to act.

  • Check the school district before you fall in love. Park City addresses are in either Valley Center USD 262 or Wichita USD 259, and it depends on the street. I always confirm the district for a specific address before my clients make an offer.

  • Know the tax rate for your part of town. In the USD 259 part of Park City, the effective property tax rate is about 1.61%, and the typical tax bill on homes that sold over the last year was about $3,213. The USD 262 part of town has a different rate. You can compare every area on my property tax page.

  • Specials are lighter here. Only about 56% of Park City homes built since 2023 carry meaningful specials, the lowest share of any city here. If you're building, read my guide to what new construction really costs.

I don't rate neighborhoods on safety, because that's a call every family should make with real data. You can look up official crime numbers for Park City on the FBI Crime Data Explorer, or reach out to the local police department.

Is Park City the Right Fit?

Here's the straight answer depending on your situation.

You want value close to the north side and I-135:

Park City sits right on I-135 just north of Wichita, and the median existing-home sale price is about $252,000. That's a lot of access for the price.

You work on the north side:

If your job is on Wichita's north side, Park City keeps you close to work and puts I-135 right at your doorstep for everything else.

You want to get in ahead of the new development:

Gilley's opened in December 2025, and Champtown's ball fields and aquarium have financing approved. If you'd like to buy before all of that is finished, Park City is worth a close look.

How Park City Compares to Nearby Suburbs

Weighing your options? Here's a straight side-by-side.

Park City

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Median Sale Price
$252K
Price Change Since 2021
+37%
Niche Schools
B+ / C+ (USD 262 / 259)
Eff. Property Tax Rate
~1.61%
Drive to Downtown
~14 min

Valley Center

Median Sale Price
$255K
Price Change Since 2021
+34%
Niche Schools
B+ (#4 metro)
Eff. Property Tax Rate
~1.70%
Drive to Downtown
~21 min

Bel Aire

Median Sale Price
$290K
Price Change Since 2021
+32%
Niche Schools
C+ / B+ (USD 259 / 375)
Eff. Property Tax Rate
~1.60%
Drive to Downtown
~16 min

Maize

Median Sale Price
$332K
Price Change Since 2021
+30%
Niche Schools
A- (#2 metro)
Eff. Property Tax Rate
~1.74%
Drive to Downtown
~19 min

Wichita

Median Sale Price
$236K
Price Change Since 2021
+35%
Niche Schools
C+ (USD 259)
Eff. Property Tax Rate
~1.30%
Drive to Downtown
In town

Median sale price of existing homes, closings Sept 30, 2025 to Sept 29, 2026. Source: SCKMLS data analyzed by Caleb Claussen. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. School grades: Niche 2026 Best School Districts, Oct 2026.

Price change: change in the median sale price of existing homes from 2021 to 2026 (2026 is year to date through Oct 9, 2026). Source: SCKMLS data analyzed by Caleb Claussen.

Effective rate = 2025 certified total mill levy × Kansas's 11.5% residential assessment ratio, before the statewide $75K school exemption. New subdivisions may carry additional special assessments.

Drive Times to Major Employers

How long it takes to get from Park City to the biggest employers in the Wichita area.

Drive toMinutesMiles
Koch Industries HQ94.9
Wichita State University137.8
Ascension Via Christi St. Francis148.2
Downtown Wichita149.1
Wesley Medical Center149.1
Textron Aviation, East Campus (HQ)2013.5
Boeing Wichita (former Spirit AeroSystems)2214.3
Textron Aviation, West Campus (Eisenhower Airport)2414.9
McConnell Air Force Base2717.1

Minutes, without traffic. Drive time without traffic, from OpenStreetMap routing (OSRM). Rush hour can add a few minutes. Times as of Oct 2026. Measured from the Park City city center.

Home Prices Since 2021

Existing-home prices in Park City went from about $183,000 in 2021 to about $250,000 this year, a change of about 37%.

Median existing-home sale price in Park City and Wichita, 2021 to 2026Park City went from $183,000 to $250,000. Wichita went from $182,000 to $245,000.$180K$200K$220K$240K$260K202120222023202420252026Park City$250KWichita$245K
Median sale price of existing homes, closings Jan 1, 2021 to Oct 9, 2026 (2026 is year to date). Source: SCKMLS data analyzed by Caleb Claussen. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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YearPark CityWichita
2021$183,000$182,000
2022$220,000$198,000
2023$194,000$204,000
2024$227,000$220,000
2025$250,000$238,000
2026$250,000$245,000

Price change: change in the median sale price of existing homes from 2021 to 2026 (2026 is year to date through Oct 9, 2026). Source: SCKMLS data analyzed by Caleb Claussen.

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Questions I Get All the Time About Park City

What school district is Park City in?

Park City homes are in either Valley Center USD 262 or Wichita USD 259, depending on the address. Niche gives Valley Center USD 262 a B+ and ranks it #4 in the Wichita metro, and Wichita USD 259 earns a C+. Always check the specific address with the district before you buy.

How much do homes cost in Park City?

The median sale price of an existing home in Park City is about $252,000, and prices are up about 37% since 2021. Prices were flat over the last year, though, even with Gilley's opening and the new development underway.

What's new in Park City?

Gilley's opened on December 15, 2025 at the former Wichita Greyhound Park site, and Champtown is moving forward with financing approved for its ball fields and an aquarium. You can read the details on my What's New in Wichita page.

How are property taxes in Park City?

In the USD 259 part of Park City, the effective property tax rate is about 1.61%, and the typical tax bill on homes that sold over the last year was about $3,213. The USD 262 part of town has a different rate, so I always check the specific address.

Things To Do in Park City

  • →Hartman Arena: concerts, sports, and events since 2009
  • →Gilley's: gaming, a sports bar, an arcade, and a saloon and dance hall at 77th and Hydraulic

Who Park City Is Best For

Park City tends to be a strong fit if you:

  • Want value close to the north side and I-135. You're right on the interstate, just north of Wichita, with a median existing-home sale price of about $252,000.
  • Work on the north side. If your job is on Wichita's north side, Park City keeps your commute short and gives you quick access to the rest of town.
  • Want to get in ahead of the new development. Gilley's is open, and Champtown's ball fields and aquarium have financing approved. If you'd like to buy before all of that is finished, Park City is worth a close look.

Park City may not be the best fit if you:

  • Want one school district for the whole town. Park City is split between Valley Center USD 262 and Wichita USD 259, so you'll need to check each address.
  • Want a lot of established shopping and dining in town today. Much of what's planned is still being built. If that matters most right now, Derby has more in place.

Schools in Park City

Park City homes are in one of two public school districts, depending on the address: Valley Center USD 262 or Wichita USD 259. Always check a specific address with the district before you buy.

Niche grades: Valley Center USD 262 earns a B+ from Niche and ranks #4 in the Wichita metro. Wichita USD 259 earns a C+.

Saddlebrook is one of the newer subdivisions in Park City, and it's in the Valley Center school district. You can read more about the district on my Valley Center page.

School assignments can change. Contact USD 262 or USD 259 directly to confirm enrollment for a specific address.

Noteworthy Neighborhoods in Park City

Saddlebrook

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What's Coming to Park City

Champtown. This is the big one. Champtown is a planned entertainment and retail destination along I-135, and it's moving forward, with financing approved for its baseball and softball complex and an aquarium. The first retail building is already under construction. I keep the latest details, dates, and tenants on my What's New in Wichita page.

Gilley's. Gilley's opened on December 15, 2025 at the former Wichita Greyhound Park site at 77th and Hydraulic. You can read more on my What's New page.

What it means for buyers. Between Champtown and Gilley's, Park City is getting more attention than it has in years. Prices were flat over the last year, so I'd watch how these projects come along, and I'll keep updating this page as they do.

Thinking about building? Read my guide to what new construction really costs, including specials and taxes.

Last updated: October 2026

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