Junction City, Kansas
Population: 18,886
Located in Geary County
It's the location that makes Junction City an easy choice for people looking to relocate! Located in the Flint Hills of Kansas, in the "Heart of Kansas." Junction City is two hours from Kansas City, Wichita and Lincoln, Nebraska, one-hour from Topeka, and less than one-hour from Abilene, Council Grove, Manhattan, and Salina. Junction City has many claims to fame. Fromm the very beginning, the people of Junction City have demonstrated a remarkable capacity to accept and absorb newcomers. Settlers and travelers came to this spot at the junction of two rivers from a variety of cultures, denominations and ethnic backgrounds. Differences may have been noted, but it seems they were not dwelt upon for long. Very early, Junction Citians were working together to create a town with all the facilities and atmosphere necessary to nurture growth and quality family life, even on the frontier. When your workday is done you are able to enjoy multiple leisure activities within minutes of your work and home. A few examples are: Milford Lake, the largest reservoir in the state of Kansas, is just 5 minutes away with thousands of acres of public hunting and fishing as well as two marinas to serve all of your boating and water sport needs. Milford Lakes provides flood control, navigation, improved water quality, water supply, recreation, plus fish and wildlife benefits. An average of a half million people visit Milford Lake each year. Eleven parks offer camping, picnicking, swimming, boat ramps, and fishing access. Approximately 23,000 acres are managed for wildlife and hunting opportunities. Within 25 miles (with a large number located right in Junction City) there are 5 public golf courses, 25 public parks, 4 country clubs, 9 theaters, 6 public tennis courts, and 20 + walking and nature trails. Junction City affords several housing options. A ranch style home with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a garage, and central air, with over 1,200 square feet of living space would start at $68,000. A 2 bedroom, 2-bathroom brick townhouse would run in the area of $72,000. A single-family home with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, with a basement, deck, situated on a one-acre lot would be around $114,000. For a place that is growing and undergoing revitalization, look no further than Junction City! This city has set its plans in motion and knows exactly what the future holds for the city and its residents. The leaders of the city are excited, come and see why.
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