Why Live in Oread
Lawrence’s Oread neighborhood is situated between the University of Kansas to the west and downtown Lawrence to the east. This location places residents within walking distance of various attractions, including shops, eateries, bars and a vintage movie theater that has been converted into a live music venue. The neighborhood offers a wide variety of housing options, from colorful Queen Anne cottages and red brick Italianates to ranch-style homes and midcentury houses. Oread also has multi-family homes that can accommodate renters. The neighborhood is lively, especially on game days, with tailgating and small festivities. Local bars, such as Bullwinkles Bar, The Jayhawk Cafe and The Wheel, are popular hangouts. Nearby downtown Lawrence offers additional dining and shopping options, including the Red Lyon Tavern and the Mad Greek. The neighborhood’s South Park features a playground, a butterfly garden and walking trails. Students can attend highly rated schools, including Cordley Elementary School, Liberty Memorial Central Middle School and Lawrence High School. Oread is about 2 miles from an entrance to Interstate 70, which can lead to Kansas City and Topeka. Residents are near the city’s Amtrak station and bus stops.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oread a good place to live?
Oread is a good place to live. Oread is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable. Oread has 18 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 25.4 people per acre and a median age of 25. The average household income is $35,593 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 55.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Oread are renters, with 92.5% of residents renting and 7.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Oread can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Oread neighborhood guide.
Is Oread, KS a safe neighborhood?
Oread, KS is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Oread?
The median home price in Oread is $437,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $87,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.1%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,120 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $91K a year to afford the median home price in Oread. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Oread is $36K.
What are the best public schools in Oread?
The best public schools that serve Oread are:
What are the best private schools in Oread?
The best private schools that serve Oread are:
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Are home prices dropping in Oread?
Yes, home prices in Oread are down 12% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Oread, KS
On average, homes in Oread, Lawrence sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Oread, Lawrence over the last 12 months is $417,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$417,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$417,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$235
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median List Price
$437,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%