Some neighborhoods simply feel different the moment you arrive. This is highly coveted McFarland Farms...The gated entrance, mature landscaping, winding streets, and peaceful setting create the feeling of a private retreat, yet you're only minutes from Gage Park, the Kansas Children's Discovery Center, medical centers, shopping, and downtown Topeka. It was this rare combination of security, beauty, and convenience that convinced the current owners they had found home. With no special taxes, maintenance-provided amenities, and one of Topeka's most desirable neighborhoods, this is luxury living that gives you your weekends back. Inside, the open floor plan was designed for gathering. Rich hardwood floors lead through the great room with a gas fireplace into a beautifully appointed kitchen featuring granite countertops and generous workspace. The screened porch extends naturally from the main living area, becoming an outdoor room of its own where evening shade and mature trees create a peaceful place to unwind after work or enjoy dinner with friends. A whole-house SONOS sound system lets your favorite music follow you from room to room and even outdoors, creating the perfect backdrop for everyday living and entertaining. Recent improvements, including updated flooring colors, a new deck, retaining wall enhancements, and a whole-home humidifier, further enhance the home's comfort and appeal. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers five bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms, including two spacious bedrooms in the finished lower level. Downstairs feels more like an entertainment destination than a basement, complete with a theater room featuring a KAV system, a finished bar, and a large living room that easily accommodates movie nights, game days, celebrations, or overnight guests. Step outside to a beautifully landscaped backyard framed by mature trees that provide privacy and welcome evening shade across both the screened porch, new deck, and patio. The setting feels established and inviting, creating an outdoor space you'll actually use throughout much of the year. McFarland Farms offers a lifestyle that's difficult to duplicate, with lawn care, snow removal, neighborhood pool, scenic ponds, walking trails, and trash service all included through the HOA. Combined with no special taxes and an outstanding central Topeka location, this home offers the rare opportunity to enjoy spacious luxury living with remarkably little maintenance. Sight unseen offers may be accepted by the Seller. The Showing Begin Date is subject to change.
For sale
Price cut: $20K (8/12)
$620,000
1138 SW New Forest Dr, Topeka, KS 66604
5beds
4,027sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2010
0.46 Acres Lot
$608,900 Zestimate®
$154/sqft
$442/mo HOA
What's special
- 46 days
- 1,443
- 53
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Luke Thompson 785-969-9296,
Coldwell Banker American Home
Source: Sunflower AOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 245659
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Office/Computer Room, Media Room, 1st Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bath, Rec Room, 1st Fl Full Bath, 1st Fl Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 16x16
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14x12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14x12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15x12
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14x12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15x12
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 330
- Dimensions: 22x15
Great room
- Level: Main
- Area: 304
- Dimensions: 19x16
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 650
- Dimensions: 26x25
Laundry
- Level: Main
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 825
- Dimensions: 33x25
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Bar Fridge, Cable TV Available
- Laundry: Main Level, Separate Room
Features
- Wet Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Sump Pump,Concrete,Full,Finished,9'+ Walls,Daylight
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,027
- Total interior livable area: 4,027 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,327
- Finished area below ground: 1,700
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Auto Garage Opener(s)
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck, Screened
- Fencing: Fenced
- On waterfront: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Sprinklers In Front, Wooded, Sidewalk
Details
- Parcel number: R304957
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Roof: Architectural Style
Condition
- Year built: 2010
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool
- Subdivision: McFarland Farm
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Trash, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Pool, Walking Trails, Road Maintenance, Gate
- HOA fee: $442 monthly
- HOA name: Wheatland Property Management
- HOA phone: 785-273-2000
Location
- Region: Topeka
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $154/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $605,600
- Annual tax amount: $10,355
- Date on market: 7/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 38 days
Estimated market value
$608,900
$578,000 - $639,000
$3,493/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Price change | $620,000-3.1%$154/sqft |
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| 7/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $640,000+26%$159/sqft |
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| 4/29/2021 | Sold | -- |
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| 6/13/2019 | Sold | -- |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2019 | Listed for sale | $508,000$126/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams One Legacy Partners #205244 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,356 +1.5% | $69,644 |
| 2024 | $10,199 +2.8% | $69,644 +4% |
| 2023 | $9,924 +7.4% | $66,965 +11% |
| 2022 | $9,237 +6.8% | $60,329 +11.1% |
| 2021 | $8,648 | $54,317 +2% |
| 2020 | -- | $53,252 +2% |
| 2019 | $8,268 +1.9% | $52,207 +2% |
| 2018 | $8,114 +1.8% | $51,184 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,972 +1.4% | $50,180 +1.5% |
| 2014 | $7,862 | $49,438 +284% |
| 2010 | -- | $12,874 |
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Neighborhood: McFarland Farm
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Whitson Elementary School/USD 501
- Middle: Landon Middle School/USD 501
- High: Topeka West High School/USD 501
Source: Sunflower AOR as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




