Why Live in East Topeka
East Topeka features a mix of historic and modern homes, with architectural styles ranging from late 1800s bungalows and two-story cottages to mid-1900s ranch styles. Newer developments near Lake Shawnee include modern ranch-style and New Traditional houses. The neighborhood's layout includes long, straight streets with homes typically between 600 and 2,300 square feet. Dornwood Park is a local highlight, offering baseball and softball fields, a playground, and a spray park. The Deer Creek Trail connects to Lake Shawnee, which provides various attractions such as boat ramps, fishing docks, a disc golf course, and Ted Ensley Gardens. East Topeka is known for its numerous Mexican restaurants, especially along Sixth Street, and local markets like La Unica Super Market and Mi Pueblito Meat Market. Fiesta Topeka, held in the neighboring Oakland area, celebrates Mexican culture with food, music, and carnival rides. Lake Shawnee hosts events like the Sertoma Great Topeka Duck Race and Winter Wonderland. The neighborhood is well-connected, with a short drive to downtown and access to public transportation via Topeka Metro. For longer trips, residents can use I-70 or travel 70 miles to Kansas City International Airport.
Home Trends in East Topeka, KS
On average, homes in East Topeka, Topeka sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Topeka, Topeka over the last 12 months is $411,090, up 38% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$411,090
Median Single Family Sale Price
$410,540
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$450,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$298,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$255
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
41
Median List Price
$419,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
38%