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🦒 A zoo house in the concrete jungle

Hot Homes: This opulent giraffe condo overlooks downtown Kansas City
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It’s a jungle out there and in here. | Photo by Michelle Van Trump of Boveri Realty Group
This downtown condo, located at 2004 Grand Blvd. #201, is perfect for those who dream of living an over-the-top lifestyle. Don’t believe us? See for yourself.

🛋️ The great giraffe room

The two-bedroom, three-bathroom space is located just one block from the KC Streetcar and exudes lavishness.

Enter from the private elevator and your eyes are immediately drawn to the giraffe print brick surrounding the gas fireplace. As your eyes travel, you’ll notice the giraffe brick motif is carried throughout the great room.

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Almost every window in the home is a reflection of history.

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Photos by Michelle Van Trump of Boveri Realty Group

When you’re done admiring wildlife, gaze out the window at the picturesque view of the concrete jungle — but don’t stare pass that glass.

You’re actually viewing Kansas City through a shard of history. The stained glass found throughout the home dates back to 1888 and is originally from the historic Savoy Hotel and Grill building (now the 21C hotel).

✨ Our favorite features

Walk into the primary bedroom and you’ll find a few more surprises: a walk-in closet and a walk-in shower with five shower heads. Yes, we said five shower heads.

Each room in the house has its own personality and pattern to match.

But the condo doesn’t just deliver in opulence, it also offers convenience. The large open kitchen has a walk-in pantry, the building features freight elevators + basement storage, and the condo comes with private parking.

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Imagine celebrating a Super Bowl win from here.

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Photo by Michelle Van Trump of Boveri Realty Group

But, in our opinion, the home’s best underrated feature is its oversized balcony. Why? The balcony overlooks the parade routes for the Chiefs and Royals — and they don’t call us Crown City for nothing.

This grandiose Grand Boulevard condo is currently listed at $1,590,000.
Events
Tuesday, Aug. 15
  • Tie Dye Tuesdays | Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 7 p.m. | Kansas City Bier Company, 310 W. 79th St., Kansas City, MO | $30 | Each ticket includes a white KC Bier Co. shirt, tie dye supplies, and one .5L bier.
Wednesday, Aug. 16
  • 816 Day Performances | Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 5:30-8 p.m. | City Market, Kansas City, MO | Free | Celebrate 816 Day with this Art in the Loop performance featuring Traditional Music Society.
  • Todd Norris Teachings and The Actor Showcase | Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 7 p.m. | The Bird Comedy Theater, 103 W. 19th St., Kansas City, MO | Free | Actors of all experience levels are encouraged to sign up to perform a one-minute monologue followed by a self-tape seminar taught by Todd Norris.
Thursday, Aug. 17
  • Moonlight Market | Thursday, Aug. 17 | 4-8 p.m. | City Hall, 11110 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, KS | $0+ | Shop dozens of local vendors, swing by the beer garden, and jam out to live music.
  • Gianmarco Soresi | Thursday, Aug. 17-Saturday, Aug. 19 | 7 p.m. | The Comedy Club of Kansas City, 1130 W. 103rd St., Kansas City, MO | $18-$172 | This stand-up comedian and actor has cracked jokes on The Late Late Show with James Corden and Comedy Central.
Friday, Aug. 18
  • 44th Annual Ethnic Enrichment Festival | Friday, Aug. 18-Sunday, Aug. 20 | Times vary | Swope Park | $5 | Celebrate all the wonderful cultures that make Kansas City a diverse place to call home.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Development
  • The old Velvet Freeze building has been thawed. This vacant building located at 31st Street and Gillham Road will be demolished next week and transformed into an 163-unit apartment complex. This will include a pool, fitness room, and 175-space garage. (CityScene KC)
Announced
  • KC Current officially welcomed Scott Jenkins to the team as the new VP of Facility Development. Scott will oversee the opening of the new stadium opening in spring 2024, as well as daily operations.
Coming Soon
  • Patrick Mahomes’ KMO Burger is opening a Whataburger near Liberty, MO on Highway 152 and N. Booth Avenue. The restaurant opens Monday, Aug. 21 with 24/7 drive-through only. Dining room access will come soon. Thirty additional Whataburgers are in the works. (Kansas City Business Journal)
Eat
  • Mayor Quinton Lucas now has a signature sandwich at Q39. The Mayor “Q” 39 is a grown-up grilled cheese, featuring toasted sourdough, smoked brisket, and grilled pimento cheese. Cue a tasty time. (The Pitch)
Shop
  • Calling all vintage lovers. Westport Vintage Market is hosting its inagural market on Saturday, Sept. 30 at 308 Westport Rd., KCMO. It’s a one-day stop for vinyl records, housewares, and collectibles.
Sports
  • Mizzou’s men’s basketball team will play in the Fountain City for the first time in four years. On Sunday, Dec. 17, the Tigers take on Seton Hall at T-Mobile Center. Tickets and game time will be announced later this month.
The Word
  • Mohs surgery (okay, actually two words). This minimally-invasive surgery is one of the techniques the University of Kansas Health System uses to treat skin cancer. Bonus: It can be performed in an outpatient clinic with local anesthesia and has a high rate of success.*
Holiday

☎️ Ring ring, 816 Day is calling

Ways to celebrate 816 day around Kansas City
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Don’t mind us. Just daydreaming about the greatest city on Earth. | Photo by @kansascityinphotos
Based on Kansas City’s area code, 816 Day is celebrated every Aug. 16 and dials in on our KC pride while giving back to the people who make the city great — all of you.

There are many activities to check out, but here’s our must do’s.

Check out the 816 Day bingo. Use this card as a guide.

Attend any of these to claim an 816 Day cup. Take it to Fountain City Scoops and Floats for a free float + a raffle ticket. Pick your event(s) of choice:


What’s your 816 Day must-do? Let us know.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Charmaine
From the editor
I love touring these houses. It’s so interesting to see how everyone decorates their homes and what creative features they add. If you see a unique house you think deserves a spotlight, let me know so I can explore it.
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