Why Live in Greater Auburndale
Greater Auburndale in Topeka is a historic neighborhood developed by Bostonians in the late 1800s, featuring century-old homes that replicate East Coast architecture. The predominantly residential area is characterized by side-by-side bungalows with Craftsman influences and larger Victorian-style houses, often adorned with ornamental wood and front porches. Homes are typically on tenth-acre lots with small backyards accessible via alleyways. The neighborhood is shaded by mature trees, enhancing its quaint atmosphere despite being just two miles from downtown Topeka. Residents frequently interact from their wide, covered front porches and enjoy local parks like Edgewood Park, which offers a playground, picnic pavilion, and tennis courts, and Auburndale Park, known for its open field used by the Midwest Cricket League. Hummer Sports Park, located nearby, serves multiple high schools with shared sports facilities. Gage Park, about 2 miles west, is one of Topeka's largest parks, featuring a miniature train ride, carousel, zoo, and the Kansas Children's Discovery Center, along with extensive walkways and recreational facilities. Shopping and dining options are available at the intersection of 6th Avenue and Macvicar Avenue, including a Dollar Tree, Walmart Neighborhood Market, and Pal Indian Cuisine. Bobo's Drive In, a local favorite, is located about a mile south. The neighborhood is safer than the national average and offers convenient access to Interstate 70 and 6th Avenue, with Topeka Metro bus stops along 6th Avenue. While Greater Auburndale is in Tornado Alley, no tornadoes have been recorded in the area since 1950.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greater Auburndale a good place to live?
Greater Auburndale is a good place to live. Greater Auburndale is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Greater Auburndale is a suburban neighborhood. Greater Auburndale has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.1 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $43,056 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 23.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Greater Auburndale are home owners, with 40.9% of residents renting and 59.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Greater Auburndale can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Greater Auburndale neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Greater Auburndale?
The median home price in Greater Auburndale is $483,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $96,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,500 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $107K a year to afford the median home price in Greater Auburndale. The average household income in Greater Auburndale is $43K.
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Home Trends in Greater Auburndale, KS
On average, homes in Greater Auburndale, Topeka sell after 69 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Greater Auburndale, Topeka over the last 12 months is $417,000, up 32% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$417,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$398,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$590,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$649
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median List Price
$483,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
32%