
116 SW The Dr Topeka, KS 66606
Greater Auburndale NeighborhoodHighlights
- Spa
- Separate Formal Living Room
- No HOA
- Recreation Room
- Great Room
- 3-minute walk to Edgewood Park
About This Home
As of July 2025You 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
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,746
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Stick Built Home
Interior Spaces
- 1,060 Sq Ft Home
- Great Room
- Family Room
- Separate Formal Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Stone or Rock in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Covered patio or porch
Schools
- Meadows Elementary School
- Robinson Middle School
- Topeka High School
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Edgewood Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number R9200
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in Topeka, KS
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | -- | Lawyers Title Of Topeka Inc | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $63,822 | FHA | |
Previous Owner | $60,000 | New Conventional |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
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 | -- | -- | -- |
08/02/2016 08/02/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
07/21/2016 07/21/16 | For Sale | $65,000 | -- | $61 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
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 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2025
Melissa Herdman
Kirk & Cobb, Inc.
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Seller's Agent in 2016
Helen Crow
Kirk & Cobb, Inc.
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Buyer's Agent in 2016
Debbie Gillum
Hawks R/E Professionals
Map
Source: Sunflower Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 239847

APN: 097-25-0-30-18-011-000
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