40 Public Sq, Blue Rapids, KS, 66411
About This Home
Step into a piece of Kansas history with this beautifully preserved 1904 limestone building, located on the charming Public Square. This stately property blends historic character with modern updates, offering flexible mixed use potential for commercial, residential, or hospitality use. The main level boasts a spacious office or retail area with large front windows that provide excellent natural light. Includes a full kitchen, perfect for client entertaining, staff use or conversion into a dining space. The second floor is a fully remodeled 1 bedroom apartment, currently operating as a successful bed and breakfast. Features modern finishes, updated flooring, electrical, plumbing, a full sewer lateral replacement, two separate HVAC systems, TPO Roofing, and so much more. The full basement offers endless potential. This property could continue as a 2 unit bed and breakfast or operate a business downstairs and live or rent upstairs; so much potential! Call Megan Martin today! 785-562-7032
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1904
Materials
- Roof: New,Other
- Construction materials: Stone
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Multi Family
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Water Softener
Basement
- Basement: Stone/Rock,Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen,Pantry
- Window features: Wood Windows
- Fireplace features: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Property
Features
- Pool features: None
- Exterior features: None
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Lot size: 1,152 sqft
Parking
- Parking features: None
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
- Strong Wind
- Hail
- Ice Storm
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Wildfire
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 | $1,339 | $16,068 |
| Home Insurance * | $380 | $4,560 |
| Property Taxes | $251 | $3,012 |
| Electricity | $161 | $1,935 |
| Total | $2,131 | $25,572 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Kansas FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Historicals for This Listing
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-01 | Price change | $265,000 |
| 2026-03-18 | Listed for sale | $269,000 |
| 2026-02-22 | Pending sale | $269,000 |
| 2026-01-26 | Price change | $269,000 |
| 2025-10-27 | Listed for sale | $275,000 |
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