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308 Chestnut St, Silver Lake, KS, 66539

--beds
1baths
--sqft
$425,000
--price/sqft
$3,342/moest. monthly cost
$133,680/yrincome needed

About This Home

This charming 10-unit multifamily in Silver Lake, Kansas consists of ten total cottages across five buildings. All units are one bedroom and one bathroom, originally constructed in the 1930s with enduring character. The smaller units do well in Silver Lake, attracting a broad tenant base that includes single professionals, couples, and downsizing seniors seeking affordable, low-maintenance living. Silver Lake’s proximity to Topeka enhances the property’s appeal by offering residents convenient access to larger employment centers, healthcare, retail, and amenities—while still enjoying the affordability and community feel of a smaller town. This dynamic supports steady rental demand from tenants who work in Topeka or the surrounding area but prefer more cost-effective housing options. In markets like Silver Lake, well-maintained multifamily assets often face limited competition, positioning investors to benefit from consistent cash flow. Manage this property for operational efficiency and consider adding some furnished rentals. 308 Chestnut St offers both immediate income and long-term upside for investors seeking dependable returns in a stable Midwest market.

Getting Around

33
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
38
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
7/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1930

Materials

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Property subType: Package of Properties

Interior

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 0820904017011000
  • Zoning: RES

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.43 Acres

Parking

  • Parking features: Off Street

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

  • Tornado
    TornadoVery High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherVery High
  • Hail
    HailRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Tornado
Winter Weather
Hail
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Lightning
Cold Wave
Drought
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 $2,149$25,788
Home Insurance *$558$6,696
Property Taxes $474$5,688
Electricity $161$1,935
Total$3,342$40,104
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$114,582/yr
40% on housing$100,260/yr
45% on housing$89,120/yr

Kansas FAIR Plan Programs

Kansas All-Industry Placement Facility

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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HailHail
WindWind
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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

--This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 66539$172
Shawnee County$148

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 66539$95
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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-01Price change$445,000
2026-02-26Listed for sale$460,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentLee Ripma
BrokerageLutz Sales + Investments

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