523 Kansas Ave, Holton, KS, 66436
About This Home
Timeless Character. Incredible Space. Endless Potential. Step back in time and fall in love with this stunning 100-year-old home filled with original charm and remarkable square footage with almost 2500 finished square foot and another 1300+ of potential for rec space in the basement. Homes like this simply are unique - rich in craftsmanship, history and architectural detail. Inside you'll find gorgeous original hardwood floors, beautiful wood built ins and class millwork that showcase the quality and integrity of an era long lost. The expansive layout offers an impressive amount of living space, providing room to spread out, entertain, or reimagine rooms to fit your lifestyle. Bathrooms have been updated and kitchen in progress in it's transformation, allowing the next owner the perfect opportunity to step in and complete the vision. This home needs some additional love and finishing touches but the bones are solid, space is generous and the character and love inside, irreplaceable. Main floor living already exists with 1.5 bathrooms spaces on the main level and large primary bedroom with large closet space. The wood columns, original hardwood are just charming throughout! The large kitchen offers much opportunity to expand, and still has the historic built ins for additional storage/pantry space. The back enclosed porch is yet additional square footage not factored in, and covered front porch additional living space. Enjoy your large backyard with alley accessibility, and garage for all purpose. Join us at 523 Kansas Ave and see if we can make this your home.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1917
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Range,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: Main Level,Separate Room
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Concrete,Block,Stone/Rock
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 172.14
- Dimensions: 11.4x15.1
Bedroom3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198.9
- Dimensions: 10.2x19.5
Bedroom4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 248.4
- Dimensions: 21.6x11.5
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 511.06
- Dimensions: 20.2x25.3
Family Room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 359.6
- Dimensions: 23.2x15.5
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,471
Great Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: Foyer - 11.6x14.3
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,471
- Total interior livable area: 2,471 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 231.03
- Dimensions: 15.3x15.10
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 105.28
- Dimensions: 11.2x9.4
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 240.21
- Dimensions: 15.3x15.7
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 158.4
- Dimensions: 13.2x12
Other
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 11.7x9.11 non egress
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 3715
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
Lot
- Lot size: 6,534 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 45 x 150
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached,Extra Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
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
- Winter Weather
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Wildfire
- Cold Wave
- Hail
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 | $955 | $11,460 |
| Home Insurance * | $193 | $2,316 |
| Property Taxes | $173 | $2,076 |
| Electricity | $197 | $2,367 |
| Total | $1,518 | $18,216 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-10 | Price change | $188,900 |
| 2026-03-08 | Listed for sale | $189,900 |
| 2018-04-16 | Sold | -- |
| 2016-10-10 | Listing removed | $134,500 |
| 2016-07-17 | Listed for sale | $134,500 |
| 2015-11-28 | Listing removed | $134,900 |
| 2015-09-15 | Price change | $134,900 |
| 2015-08-11 | Listed for sale | $149,900 |
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