1950 Barker Ave Lawrence, KS 66046
Barker NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,887/month
Total Views
13,223
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,150
Sq Ft
$252
Price per Sq Ft
About This Home
Charming Mid-Century Ranch in the Heart of Barker! Welcome to 1950 Barker Ave—an irresistibly charming 1950s ranch nestled in the sought-after Barker neighborhood, just minutes from downtown Lawrence, KU, local bakeries, and cozy coffee shops. Set on an oversized 20,000 sq ft lot, this home offers both space and style with room to garden, play, or simply enjoy the outdoors from the inviting front deck. Inside, you’ll find a bright and open floor plan featuring beautiful hardwood floors and a freshly painted interior. The updated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and blends seamlessly with the living and dining areas, creating an ideal space for entertaining or everyday living. The home offers three spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms, including a recently renovated full bath with a stylish, walk-in tile shower. A two-car detached garage and a large storage shed add convenience and functionality. If you’re looking for classic character, modern updates, and an unbeatable location—this is the one. Garage is having the electric service panel connected so that it will have electric. It will also have new garage doors. All taxes and msmts are approx.
Map
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$3,274
Year Built
1957
Lot Details
0
Parking
1
Listing Details
- Year Built: 1957
- Prop. Type: Residential
- Road Frontage Type: Public
- Co List Office Mls Id: LBR64
- Unit Levels: One
- Year: 2024
- Style: One Level
- Special Features: VirtualTour
- Property Sub Type: Detached
Interior Features
- First Floor Total SqFt: 1150
- Total SqFt: 1150
- Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Basement: Unfinished
- Basement YN: Yes
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Fireplace Features: None
- PricePerSquareFoot: 252.09
Exterior Features
- Roof: Composition
- Construction Type: Frame
Garage/Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
Utilities
- Cooling: Central Air
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected
- Water Source: Public
Condo/Co-op/Association
- Association: No
MLS Schools
- HighSchool: Lawrence High
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,274 | $26,864 | $8,625 | $18,239 |
| 2023 | $3,029 | $23,840 | $6,900 | $16,940 |
| 2022 | $2,898 | $22,655 | $6,325 | $16,330 |
| 2021 | $2,531 | $19,079 | $5,175 | $13,904 |
| 2020 | $2,442 | $18,515 | $5,175 | $13,340 |
| 2019 | $2,330 | $17,698 | $4,947 | $12,751 |
| 2018 | $2,268 | $17,112 | $4,720 | $12,392 |
| 2017 | $2,204 | $16,457 | $4,720 | $11,737 |
| 2016 | $2,040 | $15,927 | $4,884 | $11,043 |
| 2015 | $2,049 | $15,996 | $4,884 | $11,112 |
| 2014 | $1,964 | $15,490 | $4,884 | $10,606 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/22/2025 05/22/25 | Price Changed | $289,900 | -3.3% | $252 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | For Sale | $299,900 | -- | $261 / Sq Ft |
Source: Lawrence Board of REALTORS®
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | Capital Title Ins Company Lc | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Kansas Secured Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | First American Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $40,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $122,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $68,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $12,750 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Lawrence Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 163394
APN: 023-103-06-0-40-07-019.00-0
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