Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downtown Topeka a good place to live?
Downtown Topeka is a good place to live. Downtown Topeka is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Downtown Topeka has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.8 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $25,960 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 6.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Topeka are renters, with 83.6% of residents renting and 16.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Downtown Topeka can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Downtown Topeka neighborhood guide.
Is Downtown Topeka, KS a safe neighborhood?
Downtown Topeka, KS is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 9 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Topeka?
The median home price in Downtown Topeka is $124,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $24,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.84%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $650 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $28K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Topeka. The average household income in Downtown Topeka is $26K.
What are the best public schools in Downtown Topeka?
The best public schools that serve Downtown Topeka are:
What are the best private schools in Downtown Topeka?
The best private schools that serve Downtown Topeka are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Downtown Topeka, Topeka, KS?
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Are home prices dropping in Downtown Topeka?
Yes, home prices in Downtown Topeka are down 52% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Downtown Topeka, KS
On average, homes in Downtown Topeka, Topeka sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Topeka, Topeka over the last 12 months is $114,000, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$114,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$18,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$210,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$96
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$124,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%