Pinckney
Neighborhood in Lawrence, Kansas
Douglas County 66044
From Victorian era houses to sleek 21st century builds
Like many neighborhoods that border downtown Lawrence, the houses in Pinkney sit along streets lined with groups of tall, mature trees. The housing styles throughout Pinkney reflect generations ranging from the Victorian era to the mid-20th century to the present date. Parts of the neighborhood feature two-story Queen Anne cottages on the same block as Craftsman bungalows and midcentury modern homes. In between, residents will also find a smattering of contemporary builds with strong 21st-century features. The Studio 804 house, for example, has a distinct rectangular-shaped second level with a flat roof and boasts a smooth wood exterior and a prominent glass front on the second-story balcony. Traditional ranch-style houses with a mix of brick and clapboard exteriors exist in other parts of Pinkney. Price points can go from $185,000 for a 1,000-square-foot ranch-style house to nearly $400,000 for a Queen Anne cottage with a larger footprint. Houses described as investment opportunities can also run between $130,000 and $180,000. Condos and townhouses are also available here and can go for around $100,000 to $160,000.
River walks and rides at Burcham Park
Residents looking to stay active or to keep their children busy have no shortage of options in Pinkney. Many here can easily access Burcham Park to the east for walks, jogs or bike rides along the banks of the Kansas River. They can also walk the half-mile nature trail to Constant Park, passing groups of cottonwoods along the way. The “Keepers of Our Universe,” limestone sculpture made by the late Lawrence artist Elden Tefft, is also a prominent landmark here. The Burcham Park Trail also provides a connection to Sandra J. Shaw Community Health Park, which features 8 acres and a lake popular with anglers. A short distance south is Woody Park, which borders the Lawrence Memorial Hospital campus, and has a field for baseball and softball games.
Strong schools with STEM activities
Students here start at Hillcrest Elementary School, which receives a B from ratings site Niche. They then go on to West Middle School, which receives a B-plus from Niche. West Middle offers unique extracurriculars like a Pokemon Go Club. Some of the middle school’s classes conduct fun experiments like building solar ovens out of pizza boxes. To finish their secondary education, students attend the highly rated Lawrence Free State High School. Niche gives Lawrence Free State an A-minus and ranks it among the top 20 best high schools for STEM in the state. The high school’s student groups include a Women in STEM club.Pinkney Potluck Brunch and downtown festivals
Pinkney hosts its annual Potluck Brunch in Clinton Park each June. The event features attractions like a bounce house for children and games like cornhole. Those attending usually bring food to share with their neighbors. For additional entertainment, residents can attend downtown events like the annual Salute!! A Festival of Wine and Food in July, which spans several days and features wine, beer and food samples at more than a dozen establishments.
Home to the Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Those needing medical care don’t need to travel far as Pinkney is also home to the Lawrence Memorial Hospital campus. Interstate 70 runs along the neighborhood’s northern bounds, allowing residents to quickly get on the commuter route to Topeka and Kansas City. The southern end of Pinkney is a few blocks from downtown Lawrence. Nearby is the city’s Amtrak station, which serves a stop for the Southwest Chief Train. Lawrence Transit buses that serve the neighborhood provide more alternative transportation options. For out-of-state flights, many here go to the Kansas City International Airport about 50 miles east of Lawrence.Dining and watering holes along West Sixth and in downtown Lawrence
While many here take advantage of the neighboring downtown dining scene, a few other destinations exist around the neighborhood. West Sixth Street forms the neighborhood’s southern border and passes through a cluster of chains. Community staples here include the R Bar & Patio, where patrons can enjoy a cold pint, plates of wings and pulled pork sandwiches. A little farther south are other Lawrence institutions and nighttime hangout like Louise’s West, or right across the Kansas River: Johnny’s Tavern. Nearby, the Tokyo Sushi Bar, features colorful Japanese decor. In downtown Lawrence, numerous city staples run out of rows of vintage brick buildings along Massachusetts Street. One of the first places residents see when coming down Massachusetts Street is the Free State Brewing Company, which has been serving craft beers since the late 1980s. The Dillons in neighboring Deerfield offers a grocery shopping option.
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Important to know
Pinkney has an overall CAP Index score of five out of 10, slightly higher than the national average.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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PATRICK DIPMAN
PATRICK DIPMAN
McGrew Real Estate Inc
(785) 553-7628
88 Total Sales
3 in Pinckney
$200K - $305K Price Range
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Emily Ferguson
Emily Ferguson
Countrywide Realty, Inc.
(913) 359-9322
47 Total Sales
1 in Pinckney
$215,000 Price
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Rob Lang
Rob Lang
AT HOME KANSAS
(785) 453-7224
71 Total Sales
4 in Pinckney
$85K - $165K Price Range
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Renee Barrett
Renee Barrett
PLATINUM REALTY
(424) 488-1598
49 Total Sales
4 in Pinckney
$110K - $251K Price Range
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Crystal Swearingen
Crystal Swearingen
CRYSTAL CLEAR REALTY
(785) 453-3864
94 Total Sales
4 in Pinckney
$85K - $258K Price Range
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Sarah Dreiling
Sarah Dreiling
Responds QuicklyKW INTEGRITY
(785) 453-7053
155 Total Sales
5 in Pinckney
$165K - $300K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Centennial Park
Peterson Park
Burcham Park
John Taylor Park
Robinson Park
South Park
Riverfront Dog Park
Clinton Park
Woody Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Pinckney | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Pinckney Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pinckney, Lawrence sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Pinckney, Lawrence over the last 12 months is $220,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$213,900
Median Sale Price
$220,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$231,400
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$193,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$139,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
74
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$178
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
910
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1970
Months of Supply
0.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,397
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,246
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
998
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
658
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,367
Median Age
35
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$48,238
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,793
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.6%
College Graduates
48.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19.2%
% Population in Labor Force
81.8%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
57
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
36
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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