Why Live in Brook Creek
Brook Creek in Lawrence, KS, is a neighborhood characterized by its abundant green spaces and diverse housing styles. The area boasts several parks, including the 7-acre Brook Creek Park with its playground and basketball court, and the nearby 43-acre preserve and forested area. Burroughs Creek Park, just outside the neighborhood, features a splash pad and connects to the Burroughs Creek Trail, forming a 3-mile path across east Lawrence. The East Lawrence Recreation Center offers a gym, dance classes, and a skate park. Brook Creek’s homes range from clapboard and traditional ranch-style houses to modern, industrially-themed designs by Studio 804. Many homes are situated on raised lots with mature trees and walking paths. The neighborhood is known for its double lots, providing open spaces despite some areas becoming more cramped over the years. Dining options are close by, with Angeles Panaderia Mexican Restaurant & Bakery and the 1900 Barker - Bakery and Cafe in the adjacent Barker neighborhood. Brook Creek is also near East 23rd Street, which has various eateries and shops, including Fields & Ivy Brewery. The highly rated Lawrence High School serves the area, emphasizing STEM education. Brook Creek is about 4 miles south of Interstate 70 and 2 miles from downtown Lawrence, with Amtrak services and Lawrence Memorial Hospital nearby. The neighborhood’s crime rate is on par with the national average, making it a practical choice for potential home buyers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brook Creek a good place to live?
Brook Creek is a good place to live. Brook Creek is considered very car-dependent and bikeable. Brook Creek is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Brook Creek has 18 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.0 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $65,266 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 28.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Brook Creek are home owners, with 42.1% of residents renting and 57.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Brook Creek can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Brook Creek neighborhood guide.
Is Brook Creek, KS a safe neighborhood?
Brook Creek, KS is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Brook Creek?
The median home price in Brook Creek is $429,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $86,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,230 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $96K a year to afford the median home price in Brook Creek. The average household income in Brook Creek is $65K.
What are the best public schools in Brook Creek?
The best public schools that serve Brook Creek are:
What are the best private schools in Brook Creek?
The best private schools that serve Brook Creek are:
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Home Trends in Brook Creek, KS
On average, homes in Brook Creek, Lawrence sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Brook Creek, Lawrence over the last 12 months is $365,993, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$365,993
Median Single Family Sale Price
$419,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$645,496
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$381
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
46
Median List Price
$429,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-20%