Main Content

Home » Communities » Hays, KS

Hays, KS

Live in a thriving city that offers countless opportunities for career growth and recreation. Hays, KS has it all, from peaceful residential areas to a newly revitalized downtown. With just a little over 20,000 residents, it is the perfect size for growing families and single professionals.

Hays is the county seat of Ellis in Northwest Kansas and lies at the intersection of US Highway 38 and Interstate 70. Its superb location ensures an average commute time of only 12 minutes, which is faster than the national average.

The city has a variety of shops and restaurants to serve its residents. But what truly makes Hays a great place to live is the people – the community will welcome you with open arms.

Hays KS Real Estate

Hays is a great place to invest in real estate – home appreciation grew steadily by 34.27% over the last 10 years. The safe environment and competitive school system only add to its appeal.

This makes re-selling a viable option. But many residents find themselves holding on to their homes for as long as possible, given how desirable the city is.

Living here brings you close to these attractions:

  • Sternberg Museum of Natural History
    Go on a guided or self-directed tour of the museum, where you’ll find fascinating exhibits on botany and paleontology. These exhibits often feature new scientific findings and classic interpretations of the fossils that the Stenberg family found in Kansas.

    The museum also houses the Jerry R. Choate and Joseph T. Collins Natural History Library. Explore their collection and spend a quiet afternoon curled up with a wonderful book.

  • Ellis County Historical Society Museum
    Learn about Ellis County’s rich history at this museum, which aims to gather and preserve artifacts that illustrate the county’s storied past. Among its highlights include the Volga German Haus, a replica of the limestone houses in which the early Volga German settlers lived.
  • Fort Hays State Historic Site
    Step back in time at Fort Hays, which served as a frontier post during the American-Indian Wars in the 19th century. The site is home to a museum and several markers that indicate where important structures once stood.
  • Hays Aquatic Park
    Here you’ll find glistening pools, water slides, and a lazy river. Tykes will especially love the splash pool, where they can safely play in the water. There’s also a concession area where you can buy food and drinks.
  • Antique Mall of Hays
    This antique store boasts an impressive selection of furniture, lamps, collectibles, and other unique finds. Browse their collection and take a few trinkets home.
  • Downtown Hays City
    Formerly known as Chestnut Street, the downtown area offers an array of shops and restaurants. Hunt for bargains at Legends Outlets Kansas City, enjoy Mexican food at Anchor Inn, or go on a self-guided walking tour.

Homes for Sale in Hays KS

The housing market consists primarily of single-family homes and apartments. Vacant land is also available. Most homes were built between the 1980s and 1990s.

Most single-family homes have 3 to 5 bedrooms, with plenty of living space. Buyers have an excellent selection of ranch-style homes to choose from.

Laminate flooring, spacious garages, and patios are common home features.

If you’re ready to find your dream home in Hays, KS, call the Platinum Group at (785) 621-4663 or send an email to info(at)platinumgrouphays(dotted)com.

 

68 Results
1
Beds
1
Baths
N/A
SqFt
 
 
#202352 | House
 
4
Beds
1 | 1
Baths
N/A
SqFt
 
 
#202818 | House
 
3
Beds
2
Baths
N/A
SqFt
 
 
#202993 | House
 
2
Beds
1
Baths
N/A
SqFt
 
 
#202353 | House
 
5
Beds
2
Baths
N/A
SqFt
 
 
#202286 | House
 
2
Beds
1
Baths
N/A
SqFt
 
 
#203011 | House
 
3
Beds
1
Baths
N/A
SqFt
 
 
#202944 | House
 
4
Beds
2
Baths
N/A
SqFt
 
 
#202752 | House
 
4
Beds
2
Baths
N/A
SqFt
 
 
#203073 | House
 
3
Beds
1
Baths
N/A
SqFt
 
 
#202915 | House
 
© 2024 Hays Board of REALTORS. All rights reserved.
The data relating to real estate on this website comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) Program of the Hays Board of REALTORS. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. All Information Is Deemed Reliable But Is Not Guaranteed Accurate.
Hays BOR data last updated at March 18, 2024 7:52 PM CT