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Suburban streets offer city charm
In West Topeka, a variety of one- and two-story homes sit close to parks, shops and schools. Gage Park is in the neighborhood, with a variety of things to do, and children are close enough to walk to public schools without leaving the neighborhood. “West Topeka has shot up in value recently,” says Pepe Miranda, a Genesis LLC Realtor with nearly a decade of experience in the area. “Parents want properties zoned in Topeka Public Schools; it’s a good, academic-focused district. Gage Park and the Discovery Center are also big draws for the neighborhood.”
Brick homes with landscaped front yards are commonly found in West Topeka.
There are plenty of bus stop making it easy to get around greater part of Topeka
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Midcentury homes are common in West Topeka
Gridded streets with gently curving cul-de-sacs frame an assortment of midcentury homes. In the spring, Kansas’ native redbud trees burst into bloom, lining the streets with their bright fuchsia flowers. Miranda says that split-level, bi-level, and ranch-style homes are the most popular in the area. “Buyers here tend to want amenities on the main floor,” says Miranda. “Having laundry and bedrooms close by is convenient, especially for parents with young kids.” Ranch-style homes with brick facades or vinyl siding often include attached two-car garages. While the streets don’t have universal sidewalks, residential speed limits and wide paved roads help to keep pedestrians safe. Houses in West Topeka range in price from $100,000 to $700,000, with an average sale price of $200,000. “Lots of buyers upgrade from smaller to larger homes when they move here,” Miranda says.
The West Topeka neighborhood is lined with ranch style home with nice curb appeal.
West Topeka has variety of brightly colored homes with one and two car garages.
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Gage Park offers 160 acres of outdoor space
West Topeka residents benefit from quick access to Gage Park, a 160-acre spot that opened in 1899. Between the park’s Reinisch Rose Gardens, Hills Pet Nutrition Bark Park, public pool and carousel, there’s plenty to explore. “Gage Park is free and public,” says Miranda, “while the seasonal pool and Discovery Center require day passes or memberships. Those aren’t free, but they’re affordable and are still very popular.”
Gage Park also hosts Topeka Zoo, which opened in 1933 and is home to over 300 animals. With annual attendance often exceeding 250,000 visitors, the zoo is one of Topeka’s most popular attractions.
Locals wander through the Reinisch Rose Garden at Gage Park.
Gage Park is a great place to let the kids climb around on the playground.
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Topeka Public Schools earn a B grade
West Topeka homes are zoned in the Topeka Public School District, which is graded B by Niche and ranked the 5th best school district in Shawnee County. Students may attend McCarter Elementary School and Landon Middle School, both graded B minus by Niche, and Topeka West High School, which is graded B. The high school offers independent studies with a particular focus on applying to college and transitioning from high school to college.
Landon Middle School welcomes all students and parents.
Younger students may attend McCarter Elementary School.
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Shopping centers provide retail options
West Topeka’s location, surrounded by shopping centers and restaurants, makes it convenient to dine or shop without much travel. On the corner of Southwest 21st Street and Southwest Mission Avenue is Speck’s Bar & Grill, an unassuming diner that has served classic hamburgers since its opening in 1957. West of residential streets is the Fairlawn Plaza Shopping Center, home to Kiku Japanese Steak House, where talented chefs whip up hibachi-style meals at tableside teppanyakis. West of Fairlawn is a collection of shopping centers and big-box stores, including Office Max, PetSmart, Party City, Target and Menards. The nearest supermarket is Dillons in the Fleming Place shopping center.
Downtown Topeka is 4 miles east
West Topeka is approximately 4 miles from the city center and can be reached in roughly 10 minutes via 12th, 6th or 10th Avenues. The Topeka Metro offers public transportation, with the West 21st bus line looping through West Topeka and returning downtown every hour from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
West Topeka is just a few minutes drive from the heart of the city center.
I-470 gives residents easy access to the freeway system
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West Topeka Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Topeka, Topeka sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in West Topeka, Topeka over the last 12 months is $185,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Newly priced and move-in ready; you'll be settled and unpacked in plenty of time for the start of the new school year. The spacious great room is anchored by a stately brick fireplace and adjoins the eat-in kitchen, which features ample cabinet storage and stainless steel appliances. The two main-floor bedrooms are generously sized for larger furniture, and the full bath offers recent updates.
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Nice ranch style home with garage near Topeka West High School. Recently installed interior paint. Also includes a working wood burning fireplace with blower. Seller is licensed real estate agent in Kansas. This property is being sold as is and is one of six properties being sold in a package. Other properties are: 107 SW Taylor St., 713 SW Clay St., 922 SW Cambridge Ave., 2323 SW Huntoon St. and
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