Imagine watching the longest running 4th of July parade march right in front of your house every year. Your chance to put your roots down in one of Topeka’s most historic and loved neighborhoods just came available. The main floor of this home features two living spaces, a beautifully updated kitchen, a full bathroom and two bedrooms. Upstairs features a private primary suite in every sense of the word. Tons of closet space, a custom walk in shower, and an attached vanity room that could also serve as a nursery. The basement has another living space, a full bathroom, and a bonus bedroom. The two car garage features a spacious loft area with a central furnace to keep you working on your hobbies comfortably all winter long. The backyard space features a children’s area and a beautiful shaded patio for outdoor gatherings. Just feet from Collins Park, you’re not just getting a home with amazing bones, you’re getting a lively community and a new lifestyle. Thank you.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (8/7)
$319,000
1278 SW Collins Ave, Topeka, KS 66604
4beds
2,580sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1947
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$315,300 Zestimate®
$124/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private primary suiteTons of closet spaceAttached vanity roomBeautifully updated kitchenTwo car garageCustom walk in shower
- 49 days |
- 875 |
- 37 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chris Glenn 785-213-6186,
Coldwell Banker American Home,
Monica Glenn 785-409-5113,
Coldwell Banker American Home
Source: Sunflower AOR as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 245401
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Sun Room, Balcony or Loft, Primary Bath, 1st Fl Full Bath
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 424.96
- Dimensions: 25.6x16.6
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 116.6
- Dimensions: 11x10.6
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11x11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
- Area: 137.6
- Dimensions: 16x8.6
Dining room
- Area: 121.8
- Dimensions: 11.6x10.5
Great room
- Level: Main
- Area: 255.6
- Dimensions: 18x14.2
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 147.75
- Dimensions: 19.7x7.5
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 76.5
- Dimensions: 9x8.5
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 256.76
- Dimensions: 19.6x13.1
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 261.12
- Dimensions: 19.2x13.6
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Basement: Sump Pump,Concrete,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,580
- Total interior livable area: 2,580 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,030
- Finished area below ground: 550
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Auto Garage Opener(s)
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: R45123
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Architectural Style
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Holland Washburn Place
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Topeka
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $124/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $299,320
- Annual tax amount: $5,031
- Date on market: 7/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 50 days
Estimated market value
$315,300
$300,000 - $331,000
$2,817/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/7/2026 | Price change | $319,000-3%$124/sqft |
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| 7/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $329,000+31.7%$128/sqft |
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| 11/12/2021 | Sold | -- |
Source: Sunflower AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #79001_220942 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2021 | Pending sale | $249,900$97/sqft |
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| 10/17/2021 | Contingent | $249,900$97/sqft |
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| 10/12/2021 | Price change | $249,900-2%$97/sqft |
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| 10/7/2021 | Price change | $254,900-0.8%$99/sqft |
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| 9/28/2021 | Listed for sale | $257,000+2.8%$100/sqft |
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| 9/13/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/17/2021 | Pending sale | $249,900$97/sqft |
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| 8/11/2021 | Price change | $249,900-3.8%$97/sqft |
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| 7/31/2021 | Price change | $259,900-3.7%$101/sqft |
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| 7/19/2021 | Price change | $269,900-3.6%$105/sqft |
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| 7/7/2021 | Listed for sale | $280,000+107.4%$109/sqft |
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| 12/12/2009 | Listing removed | $135,000$52/sqft |
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| 8/27/2009 | Sold | -- |
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| 7/13/2009 | Listed for sale | $135,000$52/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,031 +7.9% | $34,421 +6% |
| 2024 | $4,664 +3.9% | $32,473 +6% |
| 2023 | $4,488 +7.5% | $30,636 +11% |
| 2022 | $4,176 +49.4% | $27,600 +55.5% |
| 2021 | $2,796 | $17,754 +3% |
| 2020 | -- | $17,236 +3% |
| 2019 | $2,619 +2.9% | $16,734 +3% |
| 2018 | $2,544 +4.9% | $16,246 +5% |
| 2017 | $2,426 -0.1% | $15,472 |
| 2014 | $2,429 | $15,472 -3% |
| 2010 | -- | $15,951 |
| 2008 | -- | $15,951 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $15,640 |
| 2006 | -- | $15,640 +4% |
| 2005 | -- | $15,042 +5% |
| 2004 | -- | $14,329 +1% |
| 2003 | -- | $14,191 +9.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $12,961 -0.4% |
| 2000 | -- | $13,007 |
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Neighborhood: Westboro
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Randolph Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Robinson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 5/10Topeka High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Randolph Elementary School/USD 501
- Middle: Robinson Middle School/USD 501
- High: Topeka 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.
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