Greater Auburndale
Suburban Neighborhood in Topeka, Kansas
Shawnee County 66606
Ornate century-old homes
The side-by-side bungalows often feature Craftsman-design influences. Some larger Victorian-influenced houses can also be found. "They're like gingerbread houses," says Pat Abbey, a resident who has lived in Greater Auburndale since 1996. "A lot of them have decorated wood and front porches that are very ornamental." Most homes were built in the early 1900s, though some date to the late 1800s. They're typically fixed on approximately tenth-acre lots and have small back yards that are accessible from back alleyways. Greater Auburndale's many trees can be viewed from wide, covered front porches, a common feature for homes in this neighborhood. Homebuyers can expect to spend around $100,000 to $200,000. However, some houses have been priced as low as $80,000 and as much as $215,000. Annette Harper, a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker in Topeka, said the properties' connection to another era can be particularly appealing. "I sold a house to a couple who were really talented artists. The wife turned one room into an art space and the husband had a music room,'' she said.A short walk to Edgewood Park
From those front porches, neighbors interact with each other. "You see people going for jogs and older people walking their dogs, especially at Edgewood Park," Abbey says. Edgewood Park is located at the center of the neighborhood within walking distance of many homes. Along with dog walking, people can have fun on the playground, relax under the picnic pavilion and play tennis on the two courts. Auburndale Park, on the neighborhood's north side, is a large open field used by the Midwest Cricket League. Hummer Sports Park, about one block to the west, is where Topeka High, Topeka West High and Highland Park High share sports facilities. Gage Park, which is about 2 miles west of Greater Auburndale, is one of the largest in Topeka with 160 acres. There are tons of fun activities for kids, including a 1-mile miniature train ride, a century-old carousel, the Topeka Zoo and the Kansas Children's Discovery Center, featuring lots of hands-on learning activities. Walkways weave throughout the park, taking people over a lake bridge, under canopies of trees and to Reinisch Rose Garden's reflecting pond and 5,500 rose bushes. People also enjoy visiting the park to play beach volleyball and swim in the outdoor community pool, which features four water slides, high dives, sprinklers and a rope obstacle.Educational journey through Topeka Public Schools
Students attend Meadows Elementary and Robinson Middle, each of which earns a C-plus grade from Niche. They'll go on to Topeka High, which earns a B grade while being ranked the fourth-most diverse high school in the state. Built in 1931, Topeka High is well known for its elaborate Gothic-style architecture with a 165-foot bell tower inspired by Henry VIII's Great Hall at Hampton Court Palace.Getting around town and potential tornados
Locals have direct access to Interstate 70 and 6th Avenue, both of which can lead about 6 miles to downtown. Commuters can take a Topeka Metro bus with stops all along 6th Avenue. I-70 can also be taken west across the entire state and 65 miles east to Kansas City.Like any place in Topeka, Greater Auburndale has the potential to be impacted by severe weather, as the city is located in the Midwest’s “Tornado Alley.” The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has been tracking tornadoes since 1950 and has not recorded one in Greater Auburndale since. Topeka also does not have any public tornado shelters.
Nearby shopping and dining options
Locals can get their shopping done near the intersection of 6th Avenue and Macvicar Avenue on the south side of the neighborhood, where there's a Dollar Tree and Walmart Neighborhood Market. For dining out, locals can hit up Pal Indian Cuisine right next to Dollar Tree. Bobo's Drive In, about 1 mile south, has been serving its famous root beer, apple pie and burgers at car hops since 1948. The restaurant gained national attention when it was featured on the Food Network's show Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives in 2007. Several more restaurants can be found along 6th Avenue heading west to downtown, where there's a more established dining scene.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lesia McMillin
Lesia McMillin
KW One Legacy Partners, LLC
(785) 329-4654
146 Total Sales
1 in Greater Auburndale
$82,000 Price
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Tim Ray
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Tim Ray
HomeSmart Legacy
(913) 355-5637
360 Total Sales
2 in Greater Auburndale
$87K - $95K Price Range
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Melissa Herdman
Melissa Herdman
Kirk & Cobb, Inc.
(785) 329-4009
428 Total Sales
3 in Greater Auburndale
$60K - $105K Price Range
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Tracy O'Brien
Tracy O'Brien
KW One Legacy Partners, LLC
(785) 329-0371
239 Total Sales
1 in Greater Auburndale
$82,000 Price
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John Ringgold
John Ringgold
KW One Legacy Partners, LLC
(785) 329-9688
425 Total Sales
5 in Greater Auburndale
$52K - $150K Price Range
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Andre Mehrens
Andre Mehrens
ReeceNichols Topeka Elite
(785) 675-5261
76 Total Sales
2 in Greater Auburndale
$115K - $145K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
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Parks in this Area
Washburn Park
Ward Meade Park
Chandler Library Pavilion
Hummer Sports Park
Gage Park
Auburndale Park
Topeka Zoo
Edgewood Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Greater Auburndale | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Greater Auburndale Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Greater Auburndale, Topeka sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Greater Auburndale, Topeka over the last 12 months is $147,500, up 43% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$143,500
Median Sale Price
$147,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$146,250
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
43%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$111
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
627
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1925
Months of Supply
1.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,260
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,514
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 151 - 2:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,449
Median Age
40
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$38,928
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$43,056
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.9%
College Graduates
23.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
28
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
22
/ 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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