Listing courtesy of ReeceNichols – Leawood
Property Description
DESIGNED BY ACCLAIMED ARCHITECT MATTHEW HUFFT. THIS IS ONE OF—IF NOT THE ONLY—RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS HE HAS DESIGNED, MAKING IT A TRULY RARE ARCHITECTURAL OFFERING. This exceptional residence showcases award-winning contemporary architecture where timeless design, master craftsmanship, and innovative luxury converge. Nestled in the heart of South Plaza just steps away from the street car, restaurants, & nightlife. Property features 5 luxurious levels, all serviced by a private elevator. The sleek chef’s w/ high-end Dacor & Sub-Zero appliances, Alder custom cabinetry, a quartz waterfall island, abundant natural light, & a Trex deck overlooking the terracotta rooftops & cobblestone walkways evoking the charm of Barcelona. Family room showcases custom maple built-ins w/rolling library ladder, a metal-clad fireplace, & expansive windows w/ modern design. The family & dining room open to an additional Trex deck, perfect for entertaining. The ground level has a gathering room/powder bath w/ two sliding doors opening to Zen-inspired courtyard, & a heated-floor yoga/gym space. Lower level- 4th non-conforming bedroom complete with 2 custom queen Murphy beds, full bath, & an entire wall of custom built-in wardrobes. The luxurious primary suite w/ private balcony, dual walk-in closets, spa-inspired marble bath with steam shower, heated floors, double vanity, & custom Alder cabinetry. 2nd bedroom- custom built-in wardrobes w/ en suite bath w/ heated floors, zero entry walk-in shower, & hallway access to accommodate third bedroom/office space. Additional highlights- bedroom-level laundry room with custom Alder cabinetry/glass tile. Top level features a covered heated penthouse deck overlooking the Plaza and downtown. Villa D’Este is a gated enclave w/ a cabana, pool, secured gated driveway, & shared courtyard. This property also includes an attached 2-car garage plus 2 additional gated parking spaces. Smart home amenities include dual-zone Crestron Wi-Fi controlled thermostats.
Property Details and Features
- Appliances & Equipment
- Description: “Cooktop”, “Dishwasher”, “Disposal”, “Double Oven”, “Exhaust Fan”, “Microwave”, “Refrigerator”, “Electric Range”, “Stainless Steel Appliance(s)”
- Basement
- Description: “Finished”
- Bathrooms
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Building
- Finished Area Above Grade: 3542
- Area: 3542
- Architecture: “Spanish”
- Construction Materials: “Stucco”
- Year Built: 2007
- Cooling
- Details: “Electric”, “Zoned”
- Exterior Features
- Features: “Balcony”
- Patio Features: “Deck”, “Deck- Covered”, “Covered Patio”
- Fence
- Description: “Metal”
- Fireplaces
- Total Fireplaces: 1
- Floors
- Flooring: “Wood”
- Garage
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Heating
- Heating: “Forced Air”
- Home Owner’s Association
- Fee: 1018
- Dues Frequency: Monthly
- Fee Includes: “Building Maint”, “Curbside Recycle”, “Lawn Service”, “Maintenance Free”, “Management”, “Parking”, “Insurance”, “Roof Repair”, “Roof Replace”, “Snow Removal”, “Trash”
- Laundry
- Description: “Bedroom Level”, “Laundry Room”
- Listing
- Status: Active
- Location
- Area: 202 – Kansas City Area (So. of River)
- County: Jackson
- Subdivision: Villa D’este Condominiums
- Lot
- Features: “City Lot”, “Corner Lot”
- Size: 4071
- Roof
- Description: “Tile”
- Sewer
- Sewer: “Public Sewer”
- Utilities
- Water Source: “Public”








