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City of Peculiar, Missouri

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About homes in Peculiar

Census and NOAA figures for the city of Peculiar in Cass County, not the metro, with a source for each.

1996Median year built1U.S. 1980
27%Built before 1980118% built since 2010
2000Owner-occupied median year built1rentals 1981
82%Detached single-family13% in 5+ unit buildings
74%Owner-occupied168% statewide
$284kMedian home value1Missouri median $230k

The median home in the city of Peculiar was built in 1996, newer than the U.S. median of 1980 and newer than the Missouri median of 1978. That is newer than the Cass County median of 1992.1 Most of Peculiar's housing is recent: only 27% of units predate 1980 (U.S. 50%) and 18% were built since 2010. The largest single share, 28%, dates from 1980-1999. That makes it an older stock than Cass County as a whole (34% built before 1980).1 A large share of newer homes means many systems are still inside a warranty; checking that comes before any repair quote. Owner-occupied homes in Peculiar are newer than rentals: a median build year of 2000 against 1981.1 With owner-occupied homes skewing newer, many requests are first-time replacements of original builder-grade components.

Housing in Peculiar is mostly detached single-family: 82% of units, with 3% in buildings of five or more units.1 A mostly detached stock means the full range of exterior work applies: roofs, garage doors, chimneys and backyard units. 74% of occupied homes in Peculiar are owner-occupied, above the Missouri share of 68%.1 The median owner-occupied home in Peculiar is valued at $283,900 (ACS), above the Missouri median of $230,300. Within Cass County the median is $292,400, so Peculiar sits close to it.1 Home values above the state median tend to support fuller scopes; the written scope should still separate must-do from nice-to-have.

The Lees Summit Muni Ap station averages 96 nights a year at or below 32°F and 36 at or below 20°F.2,3 A real freeze season means masonry, roofing and exterior sealing are specified for freeze-thaw cycles. Summers bring about 38 days a year at or above 90°F.2,3 Annual precipitation is about 38 inches, with 11 days a year bringing an inch or more.2,3

Heating dominates the year: about 4,786 heating degree days against 1,446 cooling degree days (base 65°F).2,3 In a heating-led climate, insulation and air sealing carry most of the energy-code weight for any work that opens the envelope. Peculiar sits in IECC climate zone 4A (Mixed-Humid).4 Building permits in Peculiar are normally issued by the city building department.5,6

Share of Peculiar housing units by year built
Before 19401.4%
1940-19593.7%
1960-197921.7%
1980-199927.9%
2000-200927.4%
2010 or later18%
Sources and notes (6)
  1. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS 2020-2024 5-year (released 2026-01))
  2. NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, nearest station (1991-2020 normals (published 2021))
  3. NOAA NCEI normals station inventory (1991-2020)
  4. Guide to Determining Climate Zones by County: Building America and IECC 2021 Updates (PNNL-33270) (September 2022 (IECC 2021 county map))
  5. U.S. Census Bureau population estimates (Vintage 2024)
  6. U.S. Census Bureau geographic code files (2020)
  7. Climate figures are for NOAA station Lees Summit Muni Ap, 16.7 miles from the place center; housing figures are ACS ACS 2020-2024 5-year with 90% margins of error in the source tables.

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How much does home remodeling cost in Peculiar, MO?

Most home remodeling projects in Peculiar, MO land between $14,750 and $77,900, depending on scope, access and material grade. That is an estimated range for planning, not a quote - call (844) 624-3161 and we will scope your job properly.

Do I need drawings before calling?

No. If you have them, good - if not, we start from what you want to change and work back to what the house allows.

How old are the homes in Peculiar?

The median home in the city of Peculiar was built in 1996, newer than the U.S. median of 1980 and newer than the Missouri median of 1978. That is newer than the Cass County median of 1992. Most of Peculiar's housing is recent: only 27% of units predate 1980 (U.S. 50%) and 18% were built since 2010. The largest single share, 28%, dates from 1980-1999. That makes it an older stock than Cass County as a whole (34% built before 1980). Those are Census figures for the whole housing stock, including apartments, not a statement about any one house.

What is the Peculiar climate like for exterior work?

The Lees Summit Muni Ap station averages 96 nights a year at or below 32°F and 36 at or below 20°F. Summers bring about 38 days a year at or above 90°F. Annual precipitation is about 38 inches, with 11 days a year bringing an inch or more. NOAA 1991-2020 normals for the nearest station; a contractor still assesses the actual site.

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