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Step into the warmth and charm of this 1898 Central Park neighborhood home featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, plus a 4th non-conforming room perfect for an office, guest space, or hobby room. The primary bedroom is conveniently located on the main level offering easy access with attached ensuite bathroom. You’ll love the character throughout—from the beautiful stained-glass windows leading upstairs to the blend of original wood floors and cozy carpet, not to mention the beautiful tile entryway. Upstairs you’ll find a freshly painted second bathroom, two additional bedrooms, one being generously oversized and two additional bonus rooms—ideal for a craft room, office, or sunny reading nook. Nestled in Topeka’s Central Park neighborhood, this home offers convenient access to downtown, Washburn University, and local amenities—perfect for those who work or play nearby. Speaking of Washburn, this residence could be the perfect multi-family residence or rental property with an additional outside entrance to the upstairs Have you been looking for a quaint Air BnB property? This is the one! The possibilities are endless with this historic home. Outside, you can sit on the front porch swing and enjoy the beauty of mature maple & sycamore trees that paint the yard in radiant colors every fall or hang out on the back porch while grilling. A true mix of historic, timeless charm and everyday convenience—come see all this inviting home has to offer!
Pending
$162,000
1281 SW Buchanan St, Topeka, KS 66604
3beds
1,983sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1898
4,788 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$82/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 28 days |
- 938 |
- 77 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 30, 2025 at 04:16pm
Listing Provided by:
Magnolia KC Group 913-375-6822,
Compass Realty Group,
Jennifer Leon 316-644-6621,
Compass Realty Group
Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 2586978
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Linoleum
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Features: Linoleum
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Carpet
- Level: Main
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,983
- Total interior livable area: 1,983 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,983
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Fencing: Metal
Lot
- Size: 4,788 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1410101004028000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1898
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Other
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Topeka
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $82/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $133,240
- Annual tax amount: $2,109
- Date on market: 11/21/2025
- Ownership: Private
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/1/2025 | Pending sale | $162,000$82/sqft |
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| 11/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $162,000+24.6%$82/sqft |
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| 7/6/2022 | Sold | -- |
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| 6/17/2022 | Contingent | $130,000$66/sqft |
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| 5/31/2022 | Listed for sale | $130,000$66/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $15,322 |
| 2024 | $2,109 +2.1% | $15,322 +6% |
| 2023 | $2,066 +81.2% | $14,455 +81.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$886/mo
Principal & interest
$628
Property taxes
$201
Home insurance
$57
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Central Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Randolph Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Robinson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 5/10Topeka High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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