1281 SW Buchanan St Topeka, KS 66604
Central Park NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,028/month
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- No HOA
- Porch
- 4-minute walk to Central Park
About This Home
Professional photos coming week of 11/17! Step into the warmth and charm of this 1898 Central Park neighborhood home featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, plus a 4th non-conforming room perfect for an office, guest space, or hobby room. The primary bedroom is conveniently located on the main level offering easy access with attached ensuite bathroom. You’ll love the character throughout—from the beautiful stained-glass windows leading upstairs to the blend of original wood floors and cozy carpet. Upstairs you’ll find the second bathroom, two additional bedrooms, one being generously oversized and two additional bonus rooms—ideal for a craft room, office, or sunny reading nook. Nestled in Topeka’s Central Park neighborhood, this home offers convenient access to downtown, Washburn University, and local amenities—perfect for those who work or play nearby. Outside, enjoy the beauty of mature maple & sycamore trees that paint the yard in radiant colors every fall. A true mix of historic, timeless charm and everyday convenience—come see all this inviting home has to offer!
Listing Agent
Compass Realty Group Brokerage Phone: 913-375-6822 Listed on: 11/09/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,109
Year Built
- Built in 1898
Lot Details
- 4,788 Sq Ft Lot
- Aluminum or Metal Fence
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,983 Sq Ft Home
- 2.5-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Partial Basement
- Eat-In Kitchen
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 141-01-0-10-04-028-000
- $0 special tax assessment
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $2,109 | $15,322 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $2,109 | $14,455 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $1,140 | $7,969 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,114 | $7,245 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $985 | $6,512 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $971 | $6,385 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $942 | $6,198 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $944 | $6,198 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,091 | $7,047 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/06/2022 07/06/22 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 06/16/2022 06/16/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/31/2022 05/31/22 | For Sale | $130,000 | -- | $66 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | Heartland Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Heartland Title |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $127,645 | FHA |
Source: Heartland MLS
MLS Number: 2586978
APN: 141-01-0-10-04-028-000
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