Kansas City neighborhoods: 66102 and 64127

[Marcel Theisen]

Looking at small multi-families in KC.  Some of the potential deals look like pretty rough neighborhoods (based on crime stats) but would appreciate opinions from people that know KC market. 

Would you steer clear of these areas completely?  I've got a property in C- area in CO so I'm OK with less desirable areas but want to avoid war zones.  

66102: Just off Central Ave around Bethany Park

64127: North of 70 just off Blue Valley Park

 Thanks-