McConnell AFB, KS - Nearby Cities

Wichita, KS
Wichita is the county seat of Sedgwick County, Kansas, and has a current population of 366,000 people. That makes the city the largest in the state of Kansas. The downtown area has become cultural entertainment center with many restaurants, nightclubs, museums, and parks. Located just 10 miles from the McConnell Air Force Base, the city is a thriving community for those looking to relocate to the area. In 2008, MSN Real Estate named Wichita "the #1 most affordable city".

Homes for sale in the area start at $119,000 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $399 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Holiday Inn and the Hyatt Regency offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $73.

Local attractions include the Cowtown Museum which is a history museum that offers a 17-acre open-air living history museum. The town of Wichita and most of Sedgwick County, Kansas, have been recreated for visitors to walk through. The staff is dressed in period costume and does demonstrations on everyday activities as they would have been done in the past. Also, located on site is the Empire House Theater which offers a dinner theater experience on the scenic Arkansas River.

Park City, KS
Park City is a small town with a population of 5,800 people and is located just 14 miles from Wichita. It was once in competition for the county seat, but the railroad drove most business to Wichita, so the town remained a laid-back, peaceful community. Located just 16 miles from the McConnell Air Force Base, the town is an ideal location for those military personnel looking for a more rural place to put down roots.

Homes for sale in the area start at $129,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $409 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Park City Express and the Sleep Inn offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $84.

Local attractions include the 81 Speedway which is a 4,500-seat venue for race car enthusiasts. The track offers Championshp Dirt Track Auto Racing with a variety of race cars in each regular season. There are also many special events offered throughout the year, including Monster Truck Rallies, Vintage Cars, and Flat Track Motorcycle racing. The Hartman Arena is also nearby and offers year-round entertainment with concerts such as the Eagles, Kansas, and even a "Video Games Live" presentation.

Andover, KS
Andover is located in Butler County, Kansas, and has a current population of just under 6,700 people. The town is home to two championship golf courses which were ranked in the top 50 in the United States according to Golf Digest Magazine. Located just 16 miles from the McConnell Air Force Base, the city offers a convenient commute for those military personnel and their families who are looking to relocate to the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $129,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $399 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Andover Express Inn and the Holiday Inn Express offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $84.

Local attractions include several excellent golf courses such as the Green Valley Greens Golf Course and the Cedar Pines of Andover. Both courses offer challenging holes with trees lining most of the fairways and water hazards. A pro shop is also available to set up lessons or rent equipment. Golfers of all levels of play will find the courses challenging. Nearby Wichita offers many museums, restaurants, shopping opportunities, and dinner theaters and is only a short drive away.

Maize, KS
Maize is a suburb of Wichita with a population of 1,800 people. As Wichita began to grow with the presence of the railroad in the area, Maize's population nearly doubled over a six-year period. The city is located just 3 miles from the Arkansas River and 17 miles from the McConnell Air Force Base. With access to all of the entertainment venues that Wichita has to offer, the town offers the best of both worlds to new residents looking for a place to settle down.

Homes for sale in the area start at $158,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $360 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the EconoLodge and the La Quinta Inn offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $49.

Local attractions include the Wichita Art Museum which includes photography by local artists that highlights the intricacy of aircraft design. Other sculptures include industrial metal sculptures as well as western landscape paintings. The eclectic collection of items offers visitors an interesting peek into the world of a variety of artists. The Orpheum Theater is located on Broadway Street in Wichita and offers theatrical performances year round. Season tickets are also available for purchase.

Haysville, KS
Haysville is a suburb of Wichita and has a current population of 8,500 people. The town is host to the annual Haysville Fall Festival which highlights a number of local businesses in the nearby city park and creates an atmosphere of fun for those involved. Located just 16 miles from the McConnell Air Force Base, the town offers a small town community-based feel for those new residents looking to relocate to the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $135,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $360 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Express Inn-Haysville and the Days Inn Wichita offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $59.

Local attractions include the Cowtown Museum which is a history museum that offers a 17-acre open-air living history museum. The town of Wichita and most of Sedgwick County, Kansas, have been recreated for visitors to walk through. The staff is dressed in period costume and does demonstrations on everyday activities as they would have been done in the past. Also, located on site is the Empire House Theater which offers a dinner theater experience on the scenic Arkansas River.

Clearwater, KS
Clearwater is a small town in Sedgwick County with a population of 2,100 people. The town offers new residents a quiet community within driving distance to a variety of entertainment venues and shopping opportunities in nearby Wichita. Located just 17 miles from the McConnell Air Force Base, the town is a prime location for those military personnel and civilians who are looking to relocate to the area and would prefer a short commute to work.

Homes for sale in the area start at $139,000 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $470 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Comfort Suites and the Days Inn Wichita offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $94.Local attractions include the Clearwater Golf Course which offers an 18-hole golf course with challenging courses for more experienced players. There are several yearly tournaments for the golf enthusiast, and golf equipment rental and lessons are also available.

Local cities such as Wichita offer a variety of museums, shopping opportunities, and even dinner theater for visitors' enjoyment. The city of Wichita is only a short drive away and has a thriving nightlife for those residents who are single and new to the area.