Why Live in Southwest Topeka
Southwest Topeka features a variety of housing options, including ranch-style, split-level, and bi-level homes built between the 1970s and 1990s, as well as newer Craftsman-style houses from the 1990s to 2020s. Home sizes range from 1,000 to 5,800 square feet, with some subdivisions having homeowners' associations. The neighborhood is known for its municipal parks, such as Brookfield Park, which offers playgrounds and courts for tennis, pickleball, basketball, and shuffleboard. Skyline Park provides hiking trails leading to Burnett’s Mound, the highest point in Topeka, offering panoramic views. The Midwest Health Aquatic Center is a summer hotspot with a wave pool and water slides. For more things to do, residents can visit Sonic for beach volleyball and batting cages or play a round at Cypress Ridge Golf Course. Wanamaker Road is a bustling commercial strip with big-box retailers, dining options, and the revitalized West Ridge Mall, featuring new businesses, a trampoline park, and an arcade. The neighborhood is served by the highly rated Auburn Washburn Unified School District, with students attending Indian Hills Elementary, Washburn Rural Middle School, and Washburn Rural High School. Safety in Southwest Topeka is comparable to the national average. Residents have convenient access to Interstate 470 and Interstate 70, making downtown Topeka a 10-mile drive, and Kansas City about 65 miles away. For air travel, Kansas City International Airport is the nearest option, as Topeka Regional Airport does not offer commercial flights. Public transportation is available via Topeka Metro buses along Wanamaker Road.
Home Trends in Southwest Topeka, KS
On average, homes in Southwest Topeka, Topeka sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Southwest Topeka, Topeka over the last 12 months is $349,794, down 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$349,794
Median Single Family Sale Price
$392,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$299,899
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$410,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$165,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$287
Number of Homes for Sale
32
Last 12 months Home Sales
156
Median List Price
$398,995
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-18%