Old West Lawrence Home for Rent

Old West Lawrence is a historic neighborhood with five blocks listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Many houses in this area date back to the 1800s and early 1900s, and Victorian-era architecture is particularly prominent here. Potential homebuyers can choose from a variety of home styles, including Italianates, Queen Annes, Craftsman-style bungalows, American Foursquares and English cottages in this highly walkable neighborhood. West Ninth and West Sixth streets offer shopping and dining options, such as Fork and Tumbler, a small-plate restaurant. The neighborhood’s Buford M. Watson Jr. Park features a playground, picnic areas and an original train locomotive. The Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center is also in the park and has splash pads and water slides. Students can attend highly rated schools, including Hillcrest Elementary School, Liberty Memorial Central Middle School and Lawrence Free State High School. The neighborhood hosts a bike parade every Fourth of July and a block party in September. An entrance to Interstate 70 is about 2 miles away. It offers access to Topeka and Kansas City.