A recent study published by the Kansas City Business Journal (July 2025) revealed a growing challenge in our housing market: nearly 20% of Kansas City homeowners are cost-burdened, meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing. The most affected groups? Younger buyers and older homeowners, both facing rising costs, stagnant wages, and limited affordable inventory.

It's a tough time to buy-and Sallee Development has another option.

At Sallee, our focus on build-to-rent (BTR) communities is more than just a trend. It's a strategic response to exactly what this data is showing: today's residents want flexibility, financial breathing room, and the comforts of a home, without the financial strain of ownership.

Why Build-to-Rent Makes Sense in Today's Market

As traditional homeownership becomes less accessible, professionally managed rental neighborhoods like Chapman Ridge (Blue Springs), Rustic Heights (Oak Grove), and Barry West (Kansas City Northland) offer a compelling alternative. Residents enjoy:

• Brand-new construction with two- and three-bedroom homes
• Private garages and outdoor space
• Maintenance-free living and professional management
• Community amenities like playgrounds, pools, and clubhouses
• Predictable monthly costs-often lower than mortgage + upkeep

Our residents are young professionals, growing families, downsizing couples, and everyone in between, all seeking the comforts of home with the freedom of renting.

A Smarter Way to Live

The rising cost of ownership isn't just a market hiccup, it's a structural shift. According to the KC Biz Journal, inflation and wage stagnation are making it harder for many households to build long-term equity through ownership. Build-to-rent is meeting that moment with a lifestyle built around flexibility, comfort, and security.

As Kansas City continues to grow, Sallee Development remains committed to developing purpose-built rental communities that meet today's needs and tomorrow's.

Interested in learning more about other communities?

Explore current and upcoming BTR developments at www.salleedevelopment.com.