All existing wedding and event contracts, along with future bookings secured prior to closing, will transfer to the new owner, providing immediate revenue and operational continuity from day one. Current and future wedding clients can move forward with confidence, knowing their events will be fully honored and professionally managed through the transition. Brides, grooms, and their families can focus on celebrating their special day without concern about the sale of the venue. The Veranda Venue presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational, turnkey wedding and event estate just minutes from downtown Lawrence and the University of Kansas. Purpose-built for weddings, retreats, corporate events, and special gatherings, this unique property is zoned for both overnight lodging and event operations. The main residence accommodates up to 23 overnight guests with 5 king bedrooms, 5 queen bedrooms, and 3 daybeds, all thoughtfully appointed with luxury linens, antique furnishings, and curated décor. A private manager's suite above the garage includes a full kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bath. The climate-controlled event barn accommodates up to 250 guests and features soaring ceilings, exposed beams, ADA-compliant restrooms, a chair lift, warming kitchen, service bar, and high-speed Starlink internet. Dedicated bridal and groom suites enhance the guest experience, while an extensive inventory of included décor helps streamline event planning. Beautifully maintained grounds offer patios, ceremony spaces, lawn-game areas, and scenic photo opportunities. With established systems, commercial-grade infrastructure, a strong local reputation, and immediate booked revenue, The Veranda Venue is a truly turnkey hospitality and event business with exceptional growth potential.
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$1,649,000
1431 N 1900th Rd, Lawrence, KS 66044
12beds
9,606sqft
Rural Residential, Residential
Built in 1998
6.1 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$172/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Lawn-game areasExposed beamsScenic photo opportunitiesClimate-controlled event barnAda-compliant restroomsAntique furnishingsBeautifully maintained grounds
- 7 days |
- 793 |
- 55 |
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Listed by:
JASON P ROBINSON 785-865-7338,
KW INTEGRITY,
Kelly Rodriguez 785-218-2899,
KW INTEGRITY
Source: LBORMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 165810
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 12
- Bathrooms: 18
- Full bathrooms: 11
- 3/4 bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Concrete
- Windows: Vinyl Windows, Double Hung
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Two, Gas Starter, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 9,606
- Total interior livable area: 9,606 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,200
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Attached, Parking Spaces
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Exterior, Accessible Interior
Features
- Levels: Two Level
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Partial,Wood,Other
Lot
- Size: 6.1 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 0230741800000003030
- Zoning: AG-1,R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Rural Residential, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Masonite
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Rural
- Utilities for property: Electricity
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Lawrence
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $172/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,231,470
- Annual tax amount: $27,104
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
- Listing terms: New Loan,Cash
- Ownership type: Private
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel, Rock
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,649,000-34%$172/sqft |
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| 8/30/2025 | Listing removed | $2,500,000$260/sqft |
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| 6/30/2025 | Price change | $2,500,000-10.7%$260/sqft |
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| 5/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,800,000+116.2%$291/sqft |
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| 8/29/2013 | Listing removed | $1,295,000$135/sqft |
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| 7/25/2013 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000$135/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $27,104 +1.4% | $227,377 +4.1% |
| 2023 | $26,726 | $218,366 +20.1% |
| 2022 | -- | $181,796 +16.9% |
| 2021 | $19,603 +15.1% | $155,525 +14.6% |
| 2019 | $17,024 +9.5% | $135,665 +6.4% |
| 2018 | $15,554 +88.3% | $127,518 +3.1% |
| 2017 | $8,259 -44.2% | $123,624 -0.7% |
| 2016 | $14,790 +53.6% | $124,452 +49.6% |
| 2015 | $9,630 | $83,216 |
| 2014 | $9,630 | $83,216 +12.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $74,026 |
| 2012 | -- | $74,026 -2.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $75,859 -1.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $77,265 -42.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $133,960 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $130,005 -17.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $157,275 +0% |
| 2002 | -- | $157,250 +6.4% |
| 2000 | -- | $147,808 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 66044
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Woodlawn Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.7 mi
- 4/10Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.9 mi
- 8/10Lawrence Free State High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.5 mi
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- Kansas
- Douglas County
- Lawrence
- 66044
- 1431 N 1900th Rd
