Wellington, MO

Sitting along the Missouri River about 35 miles east of Kansas City, Wellington gives you small-town living with an easy commute to the metro. With a population of around 700, this Lafayette County community moves at a relaxed pace surrounded by rolling farmland. Families are served by the local Wellington-Napoleon school district, and neighbors share close ties with the surrounding towns. It has a rich history dating back to the 1830s, along with a fun geographical quirk: it sits right near neighboring Napoleon and the crossroads of Waterloo. For anyone wanting quiet country roads and extra elbow room within reach of city amenities, Wellington makes a welcoming spot to settle down.