Why Live in Central Topeka
Central Topeka features a variety of home styles, including bungalows, Cape Cods and ranch-style houses from the early-to-mid-1900s. These typically sit on leafy lots of less than a quarter-acre. South of Huntoon Street, Tudor-style cottages give some streets a village-like feel. Larger homes, ranging from 4,000 to 7,000 square feet, often back into Big Shunga Park. Gage Park, a 160-acre space with a 2-mile fitness trail, a century-old carousel and the Topeka Zoo, is a major attraction. Hughes Park offers an all-accessible playground and 18 pickleball courts, while Shunga Glen Park features a skatepark and hiking trails. Dining options along Gage Boulevard and Sixth Avenue include Spangles, Paisano’s Ristorante and the iconic Bobo’s Drive In, famous for its apple pie. For more extensive shopping and dining, residents head 4 miles west to the Wannamaker Corridor. Cultural events are plentiful, with performances at the Topeka Civic Theatre and Washburn University’s White Concert Hall. The Topeka Zoo hosts annual events like Boo at the Zoo and Topeka Zoo Lights. Central Topeka is served by highly rated schools, including Topeka High School, renowned for its Gothic architecture and strong college preparatory programs. The neighborhood is well-connected, with public buses and major highways like Interstates 470 and 70 providing easy access to downtown Topeka and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Central Topeka a good place to live?
Central Topeka is a good place to live. Central Topeka is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Central Topeka is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Central Topeka has 11 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.4 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $70,615 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 38.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Central Topeka are home owners, with 42.2% of residents renting and 57.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Central Topeka can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Central Topeka neighborhood guide.
Is Central Topeka, KS a safe neighborhood?
Central Topeka, KS is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Central Topeka?
The median home price in Central Topeka is $169,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $33,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.06%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $820 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $35K a year to afford the median home price in Central Topeka. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Central Topeka is $71K.
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Home Trends in Central Topeka, KS
On average, homes in Central Topeka, Topeka sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Central Topeka, Topeka over the last 12 months is $166,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$166,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$167,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$118
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Last 12 months Home Sales
230
Median List Price
$169,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%