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1138 SW New Forest Dr, Topeka, KS, 66604

5beds
4baths
4,027sqft
$640,000
$159price/sqft
$5,152/moest. monthly cost
$206,080/yrincome needed

About This Home

Some neighborhoods simply feel different the moment you arrive. This is highly coveted McFarland Farms...The gated entrance, mature landscaping, winding streets, and peaceful setting create the feeling of a private retreat, yet you're only minutes from Gage Park, the Kansas Children's Discovery Center, medical centers, shopping, and downtown Topeka. It was this rare combination of security, beauty, and convenience that convinced the current owners they had found home. With no special taxes, maintenance-provided amenities, and one of Topeka's most desirable neighborhoods, this is luxury living that gives you your weekends back. Inside, the open floor plan was designed for gathering. Rich hardwood floors lead through the great room with a gas fireplace into a beautifully appointed kitchen featuring granite countertops and generous workspace. The screened porch extends naturally from the main living area, becoming an outdoor room of its own where evening shade and mature trees create a peaceful place to unwind after work or enjoy dinner with friends. A whole-house SONOS sound system lets your favorite music follow you from room to room and even outdoors, creating the perfect backdrop for everyday living and entertaining. Recent improvements, including updated flooring colors, a new deck, retaining wall enhancements, and a whole-home humidifier, further enhance the home's comfort and appeal. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers five bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms, including two spacious bedrooms in the finished lower level. Downstairs feels more like an entertainment destination than a basement, complete with a theater room featuring a KAV system, a finished bar, and a large living room that easily accommodates movie nights, game days, celebrations, or overnight guests. Step outside to a beautifully landscaped backyard framed by mature trees that provide privacy and welcome evening shade across both the screened porch, new deck, and patio. The setting feels established and inviting, creating an outdoor space you'll actually use throughout much of the year. McFarland Farms offers a lifestyle that's difficult to duplicate, with lawn care, snow removal, neighborhood pool, scenic ponds, walking trails, and trash service all included through the HOA. Combined with no special taxes and an outstanding central Topeka location, this home offers the rare opportunity to enjoy spacious luxury living with remarkably little maintenance. Sight unseen offers may be accepted by the Seller. The Showing Begin Date is subject to change.

Getting Around

48
WalkingCar-Dependent
27
TransitSome Transit
53
BikeBikeable

Schools

5/10
Whitson Elementary SchoolGrades PK-51.0 mi
5/10
Landon Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.9 mi
4/10
Topeka West High SchoolGrades 9-121.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2010

Materials

  • Roof: Architectural Style

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Ranch
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Cooktop,Wall Oven,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Disposal,Bar Fridge,Cable TV Available
  • Laundry features: Main Level,Separate Room

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Sump Pump,Concrete,Full,Finished,9'+ Walls,Daylight

Bedroom2

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 168
  • Dimensions: 14x12

Bedroom3

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 168
  • Dimensions: 14x12

Bedroom4

  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 180
  • Dimensions: 15x12

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 180
  • Dimensions: 15x12

Family Room

  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 330
  • Dimensions: 22x15

Features

  • Wet Bar
  • Door features: Storm Door(s)
  • Window features: Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Carpet
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: One,Gas,Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 1,700
  • Finished area above ground: 2,327

Great Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 304
  • Dimensions: 19x16

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 4,027
  • Total interior livable area: 4,027 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 650
  • Dimensions: 26x25

Laundry

  • Level: Main

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 256
  • Dimensions: 16x16

Other

  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 168
  • Dimensions: 14x12

Recreation Room

  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 825
  • Dimensions: 33x25

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: R304957
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Patio & porch: Patio,Deck,Screened
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • On waterfront: Yes

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.46 Acres
  • Features: Sprinklers In Front,Wooded,Sidewalk

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Attached,Auto Garage Opener(s)
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 3
  • Covered spaces: 3

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherVery High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Ice Storm
Lightning
Tornado
Cold Wave
Hail
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Kansas Counties

Flood
Snowstorm
Tornado
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $3,236$38,832
Home Insurance *$881$10,572
Property Taxes $714$8,568
Electricity $321$3,858
Total$5,152$61,824
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$176,640/yr
40% on housing$154,560/yr
45% on housing$137,386/yr

Kansas FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 11,507Commercial: 209
Total Premiums$9.41M
Total Exposure$949,000

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.7%
8.7%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 1.6%
1.6%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 5.0%
5.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$159This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 66604$122
Shawnee County$148

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 66604$104
Shawnee County$121

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-12Price change$620,000
2026-07-29Listed for sale$640,000
2021-04-29Sold--
2019-06-13Sold--
2019-01-15Listed for sale$508,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentLuke Thompson
BrokerageColdwell Banker American Home

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