MANHATTAN KANSAS REALTOR®

Welcome to the AREA INFORMATION SECTION for the seven counties in the market area MANHATTAN serves. Cities located in those counties include Abilene, Alma, Alta Vista, Chapman, Clay Center, Council Grove, Junction City, Leonardville, Manhattan, Ogden, Olsburg, Riley, St. George, Wakefield, Wamego, and Westmoreland.   All communities in the Flint Hills have characteristics that make them both interesting and unique.  A day trip of "boutique-ing" and "antique-ing" might begin in Wamego, continuing through the Flint Hills, and end in Historic Abilene.  There is much to see and do in this beautiful part of the country, most especially in Manhattan!  

Great people come from near and far to live in Manhattan, Kansas, fondly nicknamed “Manhappiness” and “The Little Apple®”.  Alive with trees, parks, hills, rivers, lakes, friendly people and fun activities, Manhattan is located in the beautiful Flint Hills.  Newcomers soon come to love this welcoming community for its small-town quality of life and exciting city-like attractions.  Some new residents move here for a year or two “to get started” ; many more choose to stay, some becoming enthusiastic pillars of the engaging community.

Newcomers to the Manhattan Area come from diverse backgrounds with a variety of living needs and preferences.  They bring their talents from around the world and are considered an asset in this growing community with a University of 23,000 students from 90 countries and all 50 states.

Relocating University faculty, staff, and administration are proud to be affiliated with the only public university that ranks among the Top 10 in public and private universities, Kansas State University.  K-State's faculty, staff and administration are constant contributors to the fabric of our community, creating strong "Town and Gown" relationships.     

Relocating military families are welcomed to a community and region where we support our troops and appreciate their service to our country.  They are encouraged by the cultural, educational, and recreational advantages offered by a major University and a friendly civilian community that rolls out the welcome mat in support of the families of U.S. service men and women.

Relocating businesses, corporations, and industries appreciate an environment that is conducive to business doing business.  Manhattan's supportive, progressive, and cost-effective business environment facilitates efficient growth of companies and enhances the stability of their corporate family lifestyle.

Research institutions and companies discover in Manhattan a dynamic progressive University community known for its established serious commitment to biosecurity research, food safety and security, animal health, plant science and bioenergy.  Additionally, the Kansas State University/Manhattan community is recognized as one of the most supportive of small, technology-based businesses in America.
 

Golf-lovers are attracted by our PGA-licensed golf course, Colbert Hills, and the many excellent golf courses in the area, including the beautifully renovated Manhattan Country Club.

Retirees are captivated by the many affordable activities of a community ranked No. 23 of 577 micropolitan areas for its Quality of Life, made possible, in part, by the presence of Big XII University.

All this excitement, clean air, moderate temperatures, & no traffic jams in an environment that promotes courtesy, honesty, & dependability!  Why wouldn’t everyone want to live in Manhattan, Kansas, we ask ourselves!

Some of the outstanding features unique to "The Little Apple®" are listed below; others can be accessed by clicking on "COMMUNITY LINKS" and "BUYERS".

   . 155 miles of tree-lined streets 
   . "Tree City USA" designation for 21 consecutive years 
   . 21 parks totaling 1,000 acres 
   . Award-winning restaurants and more on the horizon 
   . A dynamic museum with 1,400 works of art and growing 
   . An acclaimed botanical garden and annual Garden Gala 
   . A state-of-the-art regional health center   
   . A national treasure, Konza Prairie, that offers 
            ~8,600 acres of native tallgrass
            ~14 miles of hiking trails
            ~Bison, historic buildings, grass-burnings, & research
   . 35 miles of Tuttle Creek Lake fun-filled water recreation 
   . Our AZA-Accredited Sunset Zoo's outstanding programs & activities    
   . Manhattan Arts Center's exciting opportunities for all ages
   . Thrilling entertainment unique to our community 
            ~"Little Apple Ball Drop", a "Times Square" New Year's Eve Event
            ~"Country Stampede", a summer music festival with big-name stars
            ~"Purple Power Play on Poyntz", a football rally like no other
            ~"Little Apple Military Ball", honoring Ft. Riley Leadership
            ~ Parades for every season & occasion, with marching bands and the
            ~ Commanding General's Mounted Color Guard (ceremonial horses)
   . KSU's renowned Landon Lecture Series featuring world & national 
     leaders in enlightening, interactive sessions that have included several past and sitting U.S. presidents 
   . Exciting Big XII, Division I College Sports Events
   . Awesome entertainment by KSU Music and Theater Groups
   . Stimulating  McCain Performance Series  for professional entertainment
   . "Symphony In The Flint Hills", featuring the amazingKansas City Symphony in concert on the
       open prairie; art auction; cowboy tales, songs, Flint Hills legends; food, drink & gorgeous sunset.


These are only a few of our favorite things! Enjoy perusing our website to learn more about MANHATTAN and the other wonderful cities of our REGION.