Shawnee County Real Estate

Welcome to Shawnee County, Kansas, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Sunflower State. This vibrant county, with its rich history and welcoming communities, offers an idyllic blend of urban conveniences and rural charm. Shawnee County is home to the state capital, Topeka, where a dynamic cultural scene meets stunning natural beauty.

As you explore Shawnee County, you’ll discover a diverse array of neighborhoods, each with its own unique character. From the bustling downtown area of Topeka, filled with charming boutiques, delightful eateries, and cultural attractions like the Kansas Museum of History, to the serene suburbs that provide a peaceful retreat for families and professionals alike, there’s something for everyone here.

Outdoor enthusiasts will find Shawnee County particularly appealing. The county boasts numerous parks and recreational areas, including the expansive Lake Shawnee, perfect for fishing, boating, and picnicking. The scenic trails winding through the county invite residents to enjoy nature’s beauty, whether on foot or by bike.

Education is a priority in Shawnee County, with access to quality schools and higher education institutions, including Washburn University. This commitment to education ensures a bright future for families and students alike.

With its friendly atmosphere, rich history, and a strong sense of community, Shawnee County is more than just a place to live; it’s a place to thrive. Whether you’re looking to buy your first home, invest in property, or simply explore the area, Shawnee County welcomes you with open arms and endless possibilities. Come and experience the charm of Shawnee County, where your dream home awaits!

Newest Listings in Shawnee County

$90,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1.5 Baths

INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY! Bring your vision and unlock the potential of this 3-bedroom ranch situated on a spacious corner lot in Topeka! This property is ready for a transformation and offers a great opportunity for investors or buyers looking for their next renovation project. The home has been boarded up and will require repairs and updates throughout. With the right improvements, there is potential to build instant equity. Whether you're looking to renovate and resell or add to your rental portfolio, this property is worth a look. Bring your tools, your ideas, and make this your next investment! Selling AS-IS.

1711 SW Tara Avenue, Topeka

Listing courtesy of Sharon Hubbard of RE/MAX Connections.

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

**ONLINE ONLY/ABSOLUTE AUCTION—bidding closes November 19 at 11:00 a.m.!** Timeless character, inviting outdoor spaces, and room to make it your own! Set on .95 acre m/l with mature shade trees, this 1920 bungalow offers approximately 2,158 finished square feet, three bedrooms, and two full bathrooms. A spacious covered wraparound porch and separate wood deck provide welcoming spaces to relax and enjoy the setting. Inside, wood floors, wide trim, decorative glass, pocket doors, and an ornate dining-room ceiling showcase the home’s distinctive charm. The kitchen and dining area offer a comfortable gathering space, featuring blue-and-white cabinetry, wood countertops, a farmhouse-style sink, a double-oven gas range, and a patterned backsplash. Pocket doors between the living and kitchen/dining areas allow an open feel or separation when desired, while a wood-burning insert adds a cozy focal point to the main-level living room. The main level includes two bedrooms, a full bathroom, laundry, and an office with French doors. Each main-level bedroom and the office has its own mini-split. Upstairs, vaulted ceilings, a stone-and-brick masonry fireplace, multiple closets, and a small second-story deck add to the appeal. The updated upstairs bathroom features a double vanity and decorative floor and ceiling tiles, and an additional mini-split serves the upper level. A 24-by-24-foot detached garage, additional covered parking, and a utility lean-to offer space for vehicles, equipment, and storage. With its blend of vintage details, functional updates, and outdoor space, this property presents an opportunity to bring your vision to a home with personality.

2333 SE Tecumseh Road, Tecumseh

Listing courtesy of Dana Baker of Heck Land Company.

$134,500

2 Beds ⋅ 1.5 Baths

Discover the possibilities at 3602 SW Cambridge Ave in Topeka! This one-half duplex features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, partial basement, and a single-car garage. A walled patio/courtyard at the front entry provides a private outdoor space to relax or entertain. Ready for updates and improvements, this property offers an opportunity for investors considering a rental property or buyers looking to make a home their own. Bring your ideas and explore the potential this property has to offer. Schedule your showing today!

3602 Cambridge Avenue, Topeka

Listing courtesy of Kevin Borger of Real Broker, LLC.

$190,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths

Check out this stunning two-story historic home that perfectly blends old-world charm with modern updates. You'll fall in love with the beautiful wood floors, arched entryways, and built-in bookshelves that whisper stories of the past. With three bedrooms and two bathrooms, there's plenty of space for everyone. The large living room opens up to a cozy covered porch, and the kitchen is a dream with new cabinets, granite countertops, and a butcher block island. The primary bedroom even has a spacious sleeping porch attached—perfect for lazy mornings. The basement is unfinished but has had professional foundation support recently added. The oversized garage, with its new siding and doors, is a great bonus. The previous owner went all out with updates, including new electrical wiring, plumbing, windows, and complete kitchen and bathroom renovations, plus a new sewer line. Situated on a corner lot with a fenced yard, this home is ready for its next chapter.

1101 15th Street, Topeka

Listing courtesy of Heather Vukas of Lynch Real Estate.

$375,000

Approximately 3,600 SF former Fuzzy’s Taco Shop restaurant located on a highly visible SW 17th Street site in Topeka, KS. Situated on approximately 0.22 acres and zoned C-2 Commercial, the property offers an excellent opportunity for a restaurant, food-service operator, or other commercial use. Located approximately two blocks from Washburn University, the property benefits from a convenient and highly accessible location. The existing restaurant layout and infrastructure include a commercial kitchen exhaust hood, Ansul fire suppression system, two walk-in coolers, sound system, digital menu boards, and basement storage. The property also features a newer rubber membrane roof and a recently resurfaced asphalt parking lot, providing valuable improvements for a new owner. A strong opportunity to acquire an established restaurant space with existing infrastructure in a high-visibility Topeka location.

2614 SW 17th Street, Topeka

Listing courtesy of Shannon Mesker of Heritage Brokers & Auctioneers.

$550,000

Package includes six single family rentals in a single transaction. All six have been updated within the last three years, and all six are 100% occupied with tenants in place, producing over $6,000 in gross monthly rent. One purchase, one closing, and one set of terms replaces negotiating six separate deals. Buyers also get the chance to review current leases and bring rents in line with the market as renewals come up. This portfolio provides a new owner real flexibility with future operations with the option of operating this as they currently are, the ability to add value with future improvements as desired, or the ability to sell off individual properties overtime to maximize potential returns. Showings are by appointment only with proper notice given to tenants.

1412 SW Fillmore Street, Topeka

Listing courtesy of John Ringgold of KW One Legacy Partners, LLC.

$550,000

Solid brick 9-unit apartment building, taken down to the studs and fully renovated in 2020. The building is 100% occupied, with new porches and walkways. Current gross rents are $6,200+ per month, and they're below market, so as leases come up, a new owner has room to bring them to market value. A great income opportunity for investors.

511 SW Tyler Street, Topeka

Listing courtesy of John Ringgold of KW One Legacy Partners, LLC.

$935,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Equestrian and livestock property on 5 acres along a paved road, with a very well kept 4 bedroom, 3 bath home plus 1 non-conforming bedroom and a second kitchen in the basement. Landscaping is established and nicely maintained. The horse setup includes piped paddocks, a 70x80 indoor arena with lighting, and a 200x300 outdoor arena with commercial lights. The 60x60 round top barn has a tack room, five stalls on the lower level, and water, with the upper level used for hay and storage. A 40x60 insulated steel shop with concrete floor, a half bath which sits on its own septic, along with a 20x40 lean-to. A 10x30 working shed covers the cattle chute. Pens are surrounded by 5 foot pipe fence, and five large ground source automatic waterers supply fresh water for livestock. The sellers wintered 70 head of cattle here, so the property works for either a cattle or horse operation. Bonus: the property is only one hour from an international airport!

7531 NW US 24 Highway, Topeka

Listing courtesy of John Ringgold of KW One Legacy Partners, LLC.

$289,000

Lot 2, 17 Acres, discover a truly exceptional opportunity to acquire just over 17 acres of highly sought-after Shawnee County land in one of the area's rapidly developing corridors. Positioned on the outskirts of Topeka, this property offers an increasingly rate combination of open acreage, natural beauty, convenient access, and an outstanding future potential. With blacktop road frontage, a private pond and a water main availability, the property presents an ideal setting for a custom home, estate property or continued agricultural use. The acreage provides the space and the privacy of the country while being minutes from the amenities, employment centers and conveniences of Topeka. Located within the Washburn Rural school district, this property offers an attractive opportunity for those looking to build a new home and create a private retreat with room to spread out. The pond and open ground add character and versatility that are increasingly difficult to find this close to the city. The surrounding area is experiencing significant industrial and residential growth making this a compelling opportunity to secure acreage in a location with long-term potential. Additional acreage maybe available, providing opportunity to expand the property and create an even larger tract. No Home is included in this sale, Lot for sale only. Contact Peggy Boos, Heartland Realty Midwest, LLC 785-741-2923 for additional questions

lot 2 8221 SW Burlingame Road, Wakarusa

Listing courtesy of Peggy Boos of Heartland Realty Midwest LLC.

$289,000

Lot 1, 17 Acres, discover a truly exceptional opportunity to acquire just over 17 acres of highly sought-after Shawnee County land in one of the area's rapidly developing corridors. Positioned on the outskirts of Topeka, this property offers an increasingly rate combination of open acreage, natural beauty, convenient access, and an outstanding future potential. With blacktop road frontage, a private pond and a water main availability, the property presents an ideal setting for a custom home, estate property or continued agricultural use. The acreage provides the space and the privacy of the country while being minutes from the amenities, employment centers and conveniences of Topeka. Located within the Washburn Rural school district, this property offers an attractive opportunity for those looking to build a new home and create a private retreat with room to spread out. The pond and open ground add character and versatility that are increasingly difficult to find this close to the city. The surrounding area is experiencing significant industrial and residential growth making this a compelling opportunity to secure acreage in a location with long-term potential. Additional acreage maybe available, providing opportunity to expand the property and create an even larger tract. No Home is included in this sale, Lot for sale only. Contact Peggy Boos, Heartland Realty Midwest, LLC 785-741-2923 for additional questions

8221 Burlingame Road, Wakarusa

Listing courtesy of Peggy Boos of Heartland Realty Midwest LLC.

$145,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1.5 Baths

Recently renovated and ready for its next chapter! This three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath ranch features new windows, new kitchen countertops, neutral finishes, and wood-look flooring. The bright living area offers a welcoming space to gather, while the kitchen pairs warm wood cabinetry with stainless steel appliances and an adjacent dining area. Sliding doors lead to a spacious backyard with room to relax, entertain, or enjoy the outdoors. An attached garage and convenient single-level layout add everyday functionality. Ask about the 2-1 temporary buydown option for qualified buyers, offering reduced monthly mortgage payments for the first two years. Payments are based on a rate 2 percentage points below the note rate in year one and 1 percentage point below in year two, returning to the full note rate in year three. Subject to lender approval and program terms. Come see the updates and picture yourself at home!

1830 SE 22nd Street, Topeka

Listing courtesy of Karim Majed of Keller Williams Realty Partners Inc..

$2,950,000

The Kapital offers investors a rare chance to acquire a truly turnkey, fully renovated multifamily community in a highly convenient Topeka location. This three-story, 36-unit property was completely reimagined from top to bottom in 2021, with an extensive renovation taken down to the studs. Major improvements included new roofs, windows, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, & updated unit interiors—allowing a new owner to step into an extensively renovated asset without the deferred maintenance and near-term capital expenditures commonly associated with older multifamily properties. The community offers a desirable mix of studio and one-bedroom apartments featuring new flooring, cabinetry, SS appliances, granite countertops, and in-unit stacked washers and dryers. All units are separately metered for utilities, helping simplify operations and minimize owner expenses, while gated parking provides an additional amenity for residents. With virtually every major building component replaced or upgraded during the 2021 renovation, The Kapital was designed to be an exceptionally easy asset to own and operate. The extensive improvements, efficient unit mix, separate utility metering, and modern interiors create an attractive combo of operational simplicity and long-term durability for an investor seeking stabilized multifamily ownership. The property is also exceptionally well positioned within Topeka, offering convenient access to Washburn University, the Kansas State Capitol, downtown Topeka, major employment centers, government offices, dining, shopping, and other everyday amenities. Its central location provides access to multiple employment and renter-demand drivers rather than relying on any single tenant base. For investors seeking scale without taking on a major reno project, The Kapital represents a compelling opportunity: 36 extensively reno'd units, modern building systems, attractive resident amenities, and a central location—all packaged into a turnkey investment.

1306 SW Harrison Street, Topeka

Listing courtesy of Michelle Lutz of Lutz Sales + Investments.

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