
Seller's Agent in 2025
Melissa Herdman
Kirk & Cobb, Inc.
(785) 250-7020
4 in this area
422 Total Sales
You may have admired this one from the curb—or dreamed of staying at “The She Shed”—and now is your chance to take a closer look and write the next chapter. Built in 1904, this Garlinghouse Bungalow isn’t just full of charm—it’s officially recognized for having charm. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it’s an example of L.F. Garlinghouse’s plan book homes, a unique piece of architectural history in Topeka. This was designed and built to be a model home for the company and one of the first ten models they constructed. Thoughtfully preserved and beautifully updated, it tells a story worth being part of. The Registry listing does permit an owner to receive state tax credits for maintenance. Starting from the date of purchase, and extensively between 2019 and 2025, the current owner poured care and creativity into every detail. The original cedar shakes were restored after removing old vinyl siding. The porch was rebuilt—decking, framing, and that iconic swing all refreshed. Privacy fencing wraps the backyard, and landscaping adds curb appeal in every season. Inside, the natural light shows off a blend of timeless character and fresh design. Fun and stylish fixtures shine throughout. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, stone countertops, and new appliances. A second bathroom was added with a playful pink shower, and the hall bath offers a relaxing soaking tub. The floored attic provides additional storage or future potential, and the electrical system has been updated. Out back, enjoy evenings under the awning-covered patio, converse around the fire pit, or unwind in the hot tub. With Edgewood Park just across the street, the location is as special as the home itself. Come take a tour—you might just fall in love with this piece of Topeka’s story. John Mellencamp sang about "Pink Houses" now you could have one of your own.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Kirk & Cobb, Inc. License #00233019 Listed on: 06/13/2025
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | -- | Lawyers Title Of Topeka | |
Warranty Deed | -- | Lawyers Title Of Topeka Inc | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $156,600 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $63,822 | FHA | |
Previous Owner | $60,000 | New Conventional |
Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
07/23/2025 07/23/25 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | |
06/23/2025 06/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
06/13/2025 06/13/25 | For Sale | $180,000 | +176.9% | $170 / Sq Ft | |
09/06/2016 09/06/16 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
08/02/2016 08/02/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
07/21/2016 07/21/16 | For Sale | $65,000 | -- | $61 / Sq Ft |
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | $1,746 | $13,271 | -- | -- |
2023 | $1,746 | $12,041 | $0 | $0 |
2022 | $1,527 | $10,470 | $0 | $0 |
2021 | $1,411 | $9,104 | $0 | $0 |
2020 | $1,327 | $8,671 | $0 | $0 |
2019 | $1,197 | $7,806 | $0 | $0 |
2018 | $1,162 | $7,578 | $0 | $0 |
2017 | $1,165 | $7,578 | $0 | $0 |
2014 | $1,302 | $8,357 | $0 | $0 |
Seller's Agent in 2025
Melissa Herdman
Kirk & Cobb, Inc.
(785) 250-7020
4 in this area
422 Total Sales
Seller's Agent in 2016
Helen Crow
Kirk & Cobb, Inc.
(785) 817-8686
3 in this area
158 Total Sales
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Debbie Gillum
Hawks R/E Professionals
(785) 554-9338
1 in this area
197 Total Sales
Source: Sunflower Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 239847
APN: 097-25-0-30-18-011-000