511 SW Buchanan St, Topeka, KS, 66606
About This Home
NEW Roof November 2025. An opportunity awaits for a first-time homebuyer or investor. Units have generated consistent rental income over the years. The bottom unit has undergone a complete remodel. Lower apartments offer washer/dryer hookups, off-street parking, or garage parking. The top unit has undergone updates, including new stairs leading to the top floor. Call Today to schedule a showing.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Multi Family
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Refrigerator,Range
Cooling
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Property
Details
- Parcel number: R12701
- Zoning description: M-1 Two Family
- Special condition: Standard
Lot
- Lot size: 5,662 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 30 x 150
Parking
- Parking features: Garage,On Street
- Has garage: Yes
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
- Ice Storm
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Tornado
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Kansas Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $450 | $5,400 |
| Home Insurance * | $160 | $1,920 |
| Property Taxes | $99 | $1,188 |
| Electricity | $161 | $1,935 |
| Total | $870 | $10,440 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Kansas FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-09 | Listed for sale | $89,000 |
| 2026-05-01 | Listing removed | $99,000 |
| 2025-12-11 | Price change | $99,000 |
| 2025-08-20 | Price change | $105,000 |
| 2025-06-09 | Price change | $110,000 |
| 2025-04-26 | Listed for sale | $115,000 |
| 2001-04-05 | Sold | -- |
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