McCracken, KS

McCracken is a small town in the heart of Kansas. It has a population of just over 1,000 people and is situated on the banks of the Arkansas River. McCracken was founded in 1887 and quickly became a thriving agricultural community. The town's economy was based largely on agriculture until the early 20th century, when it began to experience growth as a result of its location near several railroad lines. In recent years, McCracken has seen significant growth as a result of its proximity to Wichita and Kansas City.

Real estate in McCracken is dominated by single-family homes and duplexes. There are also a few apartments and condos available, but they are relatively rare. The average price for a single-family home in McCracken is $130,000, while the average price for an apartment or condo is $100,000-$150,000. The majority of homes in McCracken are owner-occupied; however, there is also some rental availability available.

The schools in McCracken are generally good; however, there are some areas that could use improvement. The town has two elementary schools (K-6) and one middle school (7-8). There is also one high school (9-12), which serves both McCracken residents and students from surrounding townships. The town's library offers plenty of resources for residents; it has more than 10,000 books and DVDs available for checkout/borrowing/renting.

Overall, real estate in McCracken is reasonably priced and there are plenty of amenities available to residents including excellent schools and an extensive library system