Mary Ann OConnor
Aug 2026
Delightful place to lay your head<br>Been here 4.5 years and can’t imagine living anywhere else! Very warm & friendly!
Novel Place at Overland Park
9651 Barkley St4.9(63 ratings)· Overland Park average: 4.4
Part of Evolve Senior Living · 8 communities · 4.5★ average · (1 other nearby)
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1 / 6Quick Facts
- Entry cost model
- No large entrance fee or 'nest egg' required
- Pricing structure
- Amenities bundled into single monthly rent
- On-site therapy
- Physical and occupational therapy available in-apartment
- Health services
- On-site home health care office (Interim Healthcare)
- Transportation
- Scheduled van service for errands and appointments
What Families Think
An automated summary of family reviews and public information. Not verified by MyLivingChoice; confirm services, staffing and pricing with the community.
Reviewers consistently describe Novel Place as a warm, family-like independent living community in Overland Park with attentive management, clean modern apartments, and much-praised dining. Families particularly value the all-inclusive rent structure that avoids a large upfront buy-in, and several mention on-site health services like physical therapy and home health care partnerships. A few concerns surfaced around pet policy enforcement and the lack of published pricing.
What reviewers praise
- Warm, family-like atmosphere praised repeatedly
- Highly rated, chef-prepared dining
- Responsive, caring management and maintenance staff
- Clean, modern, well-maintained apartments and common areas
- On-site PT/OT and home health care access
- Affordable pricing without a large buy-in
What reviewers flag
- One report of inconsistent pet policy enforcement and dog evictions
- No published pricing available for comparison
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Novel Place at Overland Park is a senior living community in Overland Park, Kansas offering Independent Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 63 reviews.
About Novel Place at Overland Park
Novel Place Senior Living is an independent living community in Overland Park, Kansas, serving adults 55 and older. The community emphasizes affordability by including numerous amenities in the monthly rent rather than charging separately for each service.
Residents benefit from an inclusive service package that covers dining, light housekeeping, transportation, community activities, and concierge services. The community has received recognition as a top-rated senior living provider, identified among the top 1-2% of senior service providers in the United States.
Novel Place positions itself as an alternative to independent living communities where higher monthly costs typically come with expanded amenities, allowing residents to access desired conveniences and community features without substantial additional expenses beyond the base rent.
Types of Care at Novel Place at Overland Park
Independent Living
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Outdoor Patio
- Transportation Services
Activities
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Social Activities
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Novel Place at Overland Park
4.9overall · 63 ratings combined
4.9★ on Google (63)
Frank Nigro
Aug 2026
Ate there this evening food was very good and tasty.People there should feel at home every one was do socializing
Patricia Dial
Aug 2026
I love just about EVERYTHING here at Novel Place. I love the light decor and color scheme, and the wide hallways. Most of all, I love the friendliness of the people. I love all the activities. You don’t have to ever be bored or alone, unless you want to be! The food is excellent and that’s important! You never have to dine alone, unless you want to, but for us, it’s a social time and we love it! I have been here 4 1/2 years and I’ve never looked back. Best thing I’ve ever done. And my family agrees!
Vera Shinn
Aug 2026
Over the years, I have had three friends live at Novel Place. Every time I visit there, the beauty and cleanliness of the facility is everywhere. When catching the elevator to my friend’s apartment, it is evident by the laughter that the residents are happy and are participating in the afternoon’s activity. I have eaten several dinners and rate the meals above average, and I was impressed me how happy and welcoming everyone was. Although I haven’t yet made the decision to move, but when I do, it will be to Novel Place. One more thing for me personally is there are several restaurants within walking distance and a multiple of shopping venues within a mile. Very convenient.
Margaret Fisher
Jul 2026
We moved in September, 2025, about 6 months ago & are in our 70's. It was a huge decision to move away from our home of over 40 years where we raised our family in OP KS. We realized we couldn't keep the yard up & stay on top of home repairs anymore. We heard from a neighbor about Novel Place & scheduled a tour. We were very impressed with how happy everyone was, both residents & employees! The meals were a nice surprise too. The apartments were nice & had handicap features too. We loved the atmosphere of community we felt from the beginning! Angie was very helpful with a recommendation of a moving company that did packing, moving & unpacking helping make this the easiest move ever. We are thankful we were able to stay in the area we love & are familiar with! We can get rides to places & keep a car for small errands. The biggest plus is that we didn't have to give them our nest egg & we can hire in home health care help &/or hospice if needed. This was a great move for us & we are both very happy here!! P.S. Editing previous review with an update: They advertise being pet friendly here but they have recently evicted two dogs we had become very fond of. They hadn’t bit anyone but were barking. Don’t all dogs bark? There are other dogs here that bark but haven’t<br>been evicted. Why the favoritism? A resident here was hitting a barking dog on her head instead of picking her dog up to help calm him. The violent resident had no repercussions for her behavior or her dogs. I felt compelled after these two recent evictions to amend my review & warn other animal lovers that this may not be the place to come with pets. Edit by Margaret Fisher. 7/14/26.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Novel Place at Overland Park offer?
Novel Place at Overland Park offers Independent Living.
How much does Novel Place at Overland Park cost?
Novel Place at Overland Park has not published its pricing. For context, communities in Overland Park that publish rates start around $5,100 per month at the median. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection, so contact the community for a quote.
Where is Novel Place at Overland Park located?
Novel Place at Overland Park is located at 9651 Barkley St in Overland Park, Kansas.
What do families say about Novel Place at Overland Park?
Novel Place at Overland Park carries a 4.9 out of 5 rating from 63 Google reviews. Reviewers consistently describe Novel Place as a warm, family-like independent living community in Overland Park with attentive management, clean modern apartments, and much-praised dining. Families particularly value the all-inclusive rent structure that avoids a large upfront buy-in, and several mention on-site health services like physical therapy and home health care partnerships. A few concerns surfaced around pet policy enforcement and the lack of published pricing. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.
How can families visit Novel Place at Overland Park?
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