Why Live in Quail Run
                
                    
                    
                        Quail Run in Lawrence is a modern neighborhood in west Lawrence, offering a suburban lifestyle away from the busier areas near the University of Kansas and downtown. The neighborhood features suburban houses with footprints of a few thousand square feet, primarily built in the late 20th century. Architectural styles include Traditionals with Colonial Revival, ranch-style, and Craftsman touches, along with saltbox and half-hipped roofs. Quail Run is bordered by West Sixth Street and Wakarusa Drive, which is undergoing expansion to improve connectivity. Local dining options include the Six Mile Chop House and Tavern, J. Wilson’s, and Johnny’s Tavern West, known for its sports bar atmosphere and weekly “Hawk Talks” events. For grocery shopping, residents have access to Walmart and Dillons. The Conrad & Viola McGrew Nature Preserve offers 15 acres of green space with woodlands and rocky streams, while the nearby Jayhawk Club provides golfing and wellness amenities. Quail Run Elementary School, Southwest Middle School, and Lawrence Free State High School are highly rated, with Lawrence Free State recognized for its STEM programs. Bishop Seabury Academy, a private school, also serves the area. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, with low crime risk areas. Quail Run is conveniently located near major highways like the K-10 and Interstate 70, providing access to Kansas City and Topeka. The Lawrence Transit system and proximity to Kansas City International Airport offer additional transportation options.
                    
                
            
        
                
                
                        
Frequently Asked Questions
                    
                            
                                Is Quail Run a good place to live?
                            Quail Run is a good place to live. Quail Run is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Quail Run has 15 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.2 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $122,639 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 63.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Quail Run are home owners, with 28.7% of residents renting and 71.3% of residents owning their home.  A 
local real estate agent serving Quail Run can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our 
Quail Run neighborhood guide.
 
                             
                            
                                How much do you need to make to afford a house in Quail Run?
                            The median home price in Quail Run is $435,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $87,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.17%, 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 Quail Run. The average household income in Quail Run is $123K.
                             
                            
                                What are the best public schools in Quail Run?
                            The best public schools that serve Quail Run are:
 
                             
                            
                                What are the best private schools in Quail Run?
                            The best private schools that serve Quail Run are:
 
                             
                            
                                What are the most popular zip codes in Quail Run, Lawrence, KS?
                            
                             
                            
                                What are the most popular neighborhoods near Quail Run, Lawrence, KS?
                            
                             
                
        
    
        Home Trends in Quail Run, KS
           On average, homes in Quail Run, Lawrence sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Quail Run, Lawrence over the last 12 months is $440,750, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months. 
		
			
    
            
                
                    
                            Median Sale Price
                            $440,750
                     
                 
                    
                        
                                Median Single Family Sale Price
                                $440,750
                         
                     
             
            
                
                    
                            Median Townhouse Sale Price
                            $255,000
                     
                 
                    
                        
                                Average Price Per Sq Ft
                                $157
                         
                     
             
            
                
                    
                            Number of Homes for Sale
                            4
                     
                 
                    
                        
                                Last 12 months Home Sales
                                29
                         
                     
             
            
                
                    
                        
                                Median List Price
                                $435,000
                         
                     
             
            
                
                    
                            Median Change From 1st List Price
                            0%
                     
                 
                    
                        
                                Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
                                14%