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A historically Black community in Topeka
Tennessee Town has deep roots on the southwestern edge of Topeka, dating back to the late 19th century when the area was known as King's Addition. Historic landmarks like the Buchanan Center, originally built in 1885 as Buchanan Elementary School, reflect that long past. The neighborhood has a strong tradition of community involvement. In 1976, it became the site of Topeka's first neighborhood improvement association, and that hands-on approach continues through ongoing revitalization efforts. The Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library is along the northwestern border, and Stormont Vail Health is nearby, providing access to a major healthcare system. A self-guided walking tour highlights notable sites throughout the area.
Older and newer homes worked on by non-profits
The neighborhood has nearly 200 houses, most of which were built in the early 1900s. They include primarily American Foursquares, two-story cottages and Craftsman-style bungalows on shaded streets. Many of these homes have wide front porches and are situated on lots of an eighth-acre. Bungalows can be anywhere from 700 to 2,200 square feet, ranging from $70,000 to $180,000. Two-story cottages and American Foursquares offer around 1,500 to 2,500 square feet of living space, selling for $80,000 to $190,000. Most of Tennessee Town’s newer homes are bungalows built around 2014, selling for around $150,000 to $170,000.
Recreation in and near Tennessee Town
King's Court Park, at Munson Avenue and Lincoln Street, has two basketball courts and a playground. Gage Park, one of the largest in Topeka, is about 2 miles west. There are lots 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 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.
An art fair, basketball tournament and farmers market
Aaron Douglas Art Park isn’t typically used as a traditional park. It hosts the annual Aaron Douglas Art Fair in the fall. The event started in 2006 after a mural was created in honor of the Topeka native and world-renowned African American artist of the Harlem Renaissance. The fair features up to 50 artists showcasing their work, art activities for kids and local food. Neighbors and law enforcement gather every year for National Night Out. The Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library, which is located in Elmhurst, hosts Monday Farmers Market from May through October. Every Monday, the parking lot is full of people shopping from local vendors selling farm fresh produce, plants and other local products.
Acclaimed drive-in restaurant
There are a few places to shop and dine less than a mile west on Southwest 10th Avenue. For quick shopping trips, locals can head to Dollar General. Einstein’s Outdoor Outfitters, a local sporting goods store, is located right next to it. There’s also a Walmart Neighborhood Market about 2 miles away. Mexican Taco Shop, a small regional chain, is a popular counter-serve and drive-thru restaurant known for its Taco Tuesday special. Bobo’s Drive In 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.
Education through Topeka Public Schools
Students attend Lowman Hill Elementary School, a block from the neighborhood and earns a C-plus grade from Niche. They’ll go on to Robinson Middle School, about a half-mile south and also graded a C-plus. Topeka High is about a half-mile mile east and earns a B grade while being ranked the fourth-most diverse public 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.
Topeka Metro buses
From 10th Avenue, residents can either drive or take a Topeka Metro bus 1 mile east to downtown. It’s also a quick drive to Stormont Vail Hospital and its associated medical offices, on 10th Avenue, and University of Kansas Health System's St. Francis Campus is just a few blocks farther. Interstate 70 is accessible from downtown. It runs west through the whole state and about 65 miles east to Kansas City. Though Topeka has a regional airport, it does not operate commercial flights. The closest airport to fly out of is Kansas City International Airport.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Tennessee Town
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Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Tennessee Town Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Tennessee Town, Topeka sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Tennessee Town, Topeka over the last 12 months is $54,000, down 36% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Great investment opportunity in this three unit package, two separate parcels sold together for maximum cash flow. 1033 SW Clay is a single family rental bringing in $950 a month. 1035 SW Clay is a duplex with both units currently occupied, upstairs renting for $800 a month and the downstairs unit at $400 a month. All three units are filled right now with no vacancy. Tenants cover their own
No showings from 8/5/26 through 8/10/26 due to make-ready work underway. Nice and clean, 2 bedroom 1 bath home. Close to Washburn University, hospitals and library, great central location easy to get just about anywhere in town quickly. Covered porch perfect for a small porch swing, and basement for shelter/storage. Washer and dryer hookups, Stove, new refrigerator 2025, and dishwasher. Large
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