1141 Delaware St, Lawrence, KS 66044

Modern craft one block from the Burroughs Creek Trail. Built in 2020 and reimagined with a $100,000 renovation, this East Lawrence home pairs clean modern lines with warm natural materials. Half-inch glass walls the staircase and the upstairs overlook, filling both floors with light, and new cork flooring runs through the main level, anchored by a new gas fireplace with a floor-to-ceiling rock chimney. The brand new gourmet kitchen features a five-burner induction cooktop under an industrial hood, double ovens including a micro-convection combo, quartz surfaces, a dry bar, a dedicated wine fridge with a custom six-case rack, and a custom walk-in pantry. The large ground-floor primary suite offers a two-head walk-in shower, a double vanity, a ready spot for a dry sauna or soaking tub, and a huge walk-in closet with 96-inch custom built-ins, laundry, and room for exercise equipment. Upstairs, a second bedroom, a book nook library, and an equal-sized flex room share a Jack-and-Jill bath, perfect for an office, studio, or guest retreat. Outside is a fully fenced, low-maintenance xeriscape garden with a greenhouse, raised beds, native plantings, three rain cisterns, covered and open patios, an outdoor gas fireplace, and an RV pad with shore power. A rock-faced storm room with 8-inch concrete walls and a steel door adds Kansas peace of mind. One block to the trail and about a mile to Massachusetts Street dining, the farmers market, and Booth Stadium. Prefer to rent before you buy, or simply want to live in one of East Lawrence's most distinctive homes? The property is also available for lease, furnished or unfurnished. Two simple options. The only difference is who takes care of the gardens and xeriscape yard. $4,800/month - You care for the yard! You handle the watering, weeding, and seasonal upkeep of the xeriscape yard, raised beds, and greenhouse. Multiple rain capture cisterns make garden watering easy and inexpensive. A gardener's dream setup, ready for your own plantings. $5250/month - We provide yard care! Professional care of the yard, beds, and plantings is included. You enjoy the gardens, patio, and outdoor fireplace with zero upkeep. Ideal if you travel often or simply want the beauty without the work.