Country Lane Estates traces its history to the mid-1800s with two prominent citizens who influenced the current landscape of the area. Old Red Bridge, in Minor Park, was first built by Col. George N. Todd in 1859. The current Old Red Bridge, built in 1933, serves as a romantic reminder of the area's past. William E. Minor owned a vast stretch of land just east of Country Lane Estates that eventually became Minor Park in 1956. Before Minor owned the land, part of the Santa Fe Trail ran through the property.

This relatively quiet area is home to an array of mid-rise apartments and condos, all within a short distance to Interstate 435 and the thoroughfares around the area. Longview Lake and Overland Park are just 15 minutes to the east and west, respectively, making it easy to get anywhere from Country Lane Estates.