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Topeka,KS 66604
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single House
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,488 sqft
Price per Sqft $147
Subdivision College Hill
MLS Listing ID 236966
Style Two Story
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 2
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,488
Originating Board sunflower
Year Built 1907
Annual Tax Amount $2,296
Lot Size 7,840 Sqft
Acres 0.18
Lot Dimensions 50 x 155
Property Description
Welcome to one of the most unique historic homes in the award-winning neighborhood of College Hill, nestled in the heart of Topeka. Established in 1880 by Peter McVicar, former president of Washburn University, College Hill boasts approximately 300 historic homes and is known for its rich architectural heritage. This beautifully renovated 1907 home combines the elegance of its era with contemporary comforts. Bedrooms: 3 plus office; Bathrooms: 2 full, 2 half; Key Features: Original plaster and lathe walls were carefully removed to allow for updated infrastructure, including new electrical wiring, plumbing, and insulation. Freshly installed sheetrock with knock-down ceilings and custom Oak paneling and trim preserve the home’s historic character while adding a modern touch, Sewer line replaced in 2024; Comfort: Zoned heating and cooling with dedicated thermostats, furnaces, and A/C units for both lower and upper levels ensure year-round comfort; Location: Just two blocks from Washburn University, offering convenient access to amenities and community life; Experience a rare blend of historic charm and modern functionality in this College Hill gem—an exquisite piece of Topeka’s past, brought seamlessly into the present. Please note that this property has been virtually staged. The furnishings and décor shown are for illustrative purposes only.
Location
State KS
County Snco Tract 51a (thn)
Direction From 17th and Boswell; 2 Blocks South; Right-Hand - East side of Street.
Rooms
Basement Stone/Rock,Full,Unfinished
Interior
Interior Features Carpet,Hardwood,Vinyl,Sheetrock,9' Ceiling
Heating More than One,Forced Air Gas
Cooling Forced Air Electric,More Than One
Fireplaces Type One,Gas,Living Room
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Electric Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Disposal
Laundry In Basement
Exterior
Exterior Feature Porch-Covered,Storm Windows,Storm Doors
Garage Detached
Garage Spaces 1.0
Roof Type Composition
Building
Lot Description Paved Road,Sidewalk
Faces From 17th and Boswell; 2 Blocks South; Right-Hand - East side of Street.
Sewer City Water,City Sewer System
Architectural Style Two Story
Structure Type Frame
Schools
Elementary Schools Randolph Elementary School/Usd 501
Middle Schools Robinson Middle School/Usd 501
High Schools Topeka High School/Usd 501
Others
Tax ID R44246