South Lawrence neighborhood close to several destinations
Park Hill is a south Lawrence neighborhood on the doorstep of Haskell Indian Nations University, the only 4-year institution in the world that serves an entirely Native American population. Park Hill's proximity to Haskell means direct access to unique cultural events like Native American art markets and fall and spring powwows on the vast open grounds neighboring the university. “We just have a variety of sporting events and things like that on campus. Art shows. Really just all kinds of things,” says Travis Campbell, director of the Haskell Cultural Center and Museum. While a few local parks are temporarily closed, a handful of small neighborhood parks, with amenities like playgrounds, picnic tables and basketball courts, keep Park Hill residents active. South Lawrence communities like Park Hill are also adjacent to several shopping centers filled with local retailers and new and forthcoming chain brands. “I’m excited for Whataburger because we don’t have one,” Campbell adds. This popular Texas-based burger joint will join the cluster of businesses along West 23rd, which forms Park Hill’s northern bounds. “I like this part of town because of its proximity to downtown and 23rd Street, which is the major artery here, and we're just two blocks south. When you hit the city limit, it’s the K-10,” Campbell says. The K-10 provides south Lawrence commuters with a direct route to the Kansas City suburbs.
Downtown Lawerence is only a few minutes drive and has a lot of great place to eat.
The Baker Wetlands available for everyone else to explore daily from dusk till dawn.
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Park Hill has a good variety of ranch style home with nice curb appeal.
Neighborhood with post-World War II styles
Park Hill is populated by many post-World War II era houses situated along a distinct group of winding streets. “They kind of meander around a bit. They aren’t your true north, south, east and west streets. It’s just a different look and feel than your traditional square blocks,” says John Huntington, a Realtor with McGrew Real Estate, who owns a house near the neighborhood. “They started doing it before it was popular, before it was ‘cool,’ so to speak.” The neighborhood’s architecture primarily consists of ranch-style homes and split-levels. although there are also a few two-story houses with Colonial Revival traits available here too. The exteriors of some houses stand out with mixes of clapboard and stone veneer sidings. Price points in Park Hill range from $210,000 for a 1,100-square-foot house to $350,000 for one that’s nearly 3,000 square feet in size. Park Hill is also home to a large and off-market Victorian-era house that stands out among the many midcentury homes. The nearly 8,000-square-foot house sits on a 3-acre lot populated by mature trees.
Southeast Asian and Mediterranean cuisines along West 23rd
Several chain stores exist around The Malls Shopping Center which borders Park Hill. Tucked into a corner of the neighborhood, Checkers Foods provides a grocery shopping option, while several local restaurants can be found along West 23rd Street. Fans of southeast Asian cuisine may enjoy the Thai Diner, while the Fresh Mediterranean Co. serves entrees like lamb wraps and hummus dips in a casual convenience store space. Fans of craft beer can stop by the industrial spaces of the Fields & Ivy Brewery, which encourages healthy meals with choices like its fruit or lettuce bowls. But the brewpub’s options also include pub fare like Reuben sandwiches, fries and pizzas. Park Hill is also less than a mile from the 1900 Barker - Bakery and Cafe, a James Beard award-nominated shop known for its artisanal breads. The ALDI at Pine Ridge Plaza provides another grocery shopping option.
92 Chicken has a great lunch special the whole family will enjoy.
Nayga Japanese Cuisine is a favorite among the locals.
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Steps away from Broken Arrow Park and Haskell Wetlands
Broken Arrow Park, a 20-acre green space with a playground, baseball and softball fields, is also the go-to spot for avid horseshoe players. Featuring 16 courts in total, the park also hosts several Lawrence Horseshoe Club contests throughout the year. Broken Arrow Park is also the venue of choice for the annual mud volleyball game between the 12th-graders of Lawrence Free State and Lawrence high schools. Park Hill is also close to the marshes of the Haskell Wetlands. The Holcom Park Recreation Center is 2 miles west of the neighborhood and provides both baseball and basketball facilities. While local history-buffs can pay a visit to the Haskell Cultural Center and Museum. The institution’s exhibits focus on the university’s history, including its beginnings as a boarding school for the children of forcibly relocated tribes.
Broken Arrow Park
The Haskell Wetlands is a birds lovers paradise and set on the south side of the neighborhood.
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Strongly rated schools with STEM options and Haskell Indian Nations University
Young students living in Park Hills can start their education at Cordley Elementary School, which receives a B-plus from ratings site Niche. From there, they can then attend the neighboring Billy Mills Middle School, formerly known as South Junior High School. The middle school, which receives a B from Niche, was renamed in 2018 to honor Billy Mills, the Oglala Lakota track and field star who won gold at the 1964 Olympics. Students then attend Lawrence High School, which receives an A-minus grade from Niche. Lawrence High also ranks among the top 25 best high schools in the state for STEM programs. The school’s unique extracurriculars include graffiti/writers and improv clubs and several solid athletic programs. Its football team, for example, has posted consecutive winning records since 2019. Top programs at Haskell Indian Nations University include its School of Business and College of Indigenous and Native American studies.
Haskell Indian Nations University is the premiere tribal university in the United States.
Haskell Indian Nations University is the premiere tribal university in the United States.
Cordley Elementary School serves the the small community of the Baker neighborhood.
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Close to Haskell’s series of art events and the Douglas County Fairgrounds
This community's proximity to Haskell means celebrating the cultural heritage of various Indian Nations year-round. Activities like the annual Indian Art Market held each September at the Haskell Powwow Grounds, or the winter Christmas market held at Tecumseh Hall, are perfect for browsing and purchasing Native American artisanal crafts. Park Hill is also less than 2 miles west of the Douglas County Fairgrounds, which hosts the annual Douglas County Free Fair in late July/early August and includes attractions like carnival rides, live music acts and a demolition derby.
K-10 commute to Kansas City suburbs
The K-10 cuts directly to Kansas City’s southern suburbs. Park Hill sits about 4 miles south of Interstate 70, which provides another direct route to the Kansas City area. Regional destinations Lawrence residents go to include the Kansas City International Airport, which is about 50 miles east of the college town. The Lawrence Transit keeps a few bus stops along both Louisiana and Massachusetts streets. Park Hill is about 3 miles south of both the Lawrence Memorial Hospital and downtown.
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Parks in this Area
Broken Arrow Park
Prairie Park Nature Center
Fishing
Picnic Area
Trails
Prairie Park
South Park
Buford M. Watson Jr. Park
Holcom Park Sport Complex
Baker University Wetlands Discovery Center
Haskell Wetlands
Pat Dawson Billings Nature Area
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Park Hill
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Park Hill, Lawrence sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Park Hill, Lawrence over the last 12 months is $312,615, up 34% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$325,000
Median Single Family Price
$325,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$147
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median List Price
$339,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
41%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
186
Median Year Built
1955
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,760
Below the national average
1,937
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,325
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
834
Median Age
27
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,041
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$107,749
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.4%
College Graduates
59.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
78/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
68/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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