Discover the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience in this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located in Lawrence's highly desirable Pinkney neighborhood. Situated on a generous corner lot, this home offers inviting living spaces with abundant natural light, timeless character, and thoughtful updates throughout. The renovated kitchen features modern finishes, ample cabinetry, and generous workspace, making it as functional as it is stylish. Custom storage solutions—including California Closets—provide exceptional organization throughout the home. Step outside to the screened-in back porch, an ideal spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind while overlooking the spacious backyard. Just minutes from downtown Lawrence, parks, and local amenities, this Pinkney gem offers the character of a historic home with the updates today's buyers are looking for. Schedule your showing today!
Under contract
Price cut: $14K (8/19)
$255,000
245 Illinois St, Lawrence, KS 66044
3beds
1,184sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1930
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$215/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 47 days
- 762
- 59
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
CARSON LEVINE 913-547-2098,
KW INTEGRITY
Source: LBORMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 166107
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14x11
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13x11
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11x11
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13x11
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11x10
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14x13
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Microwave
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Crawl Space,Cellar
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,184
- Total interior livable area: 1,184 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: None
Features
- Levels: One Level
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Details
- Additional structures: One
- Parcel number: 0230672501007010000
- Zoning: R-3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Electricity, Water-City, Sewer-City, Natural Gas
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Lawrence
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $215/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $239,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,357
- Date on market: 7/25/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,New Loan
- Ownership type: Private
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Hard Surface
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/23/2026 | Pending sale | $255,000$215/sqft |
Source:  Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2632948 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2026 | Contingent | $255,000$215/sqft |
Source:  LBORMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #166107 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2026 | Price change | $255,000-5.2%$215/sqft |
Source: LBORMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #166107 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $269,000+58.3%$227/sqft |
Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2632948 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2021 | Sold | -- |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2021 | Pending sale | $169,900$143/sqft |
Source:  LBORMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #153890 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2021 | Listed for sale | $169,900+25.9%$143/sqft |
Source: LBORMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #153890 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2018 | Sold | -- |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2018 | Pending sale | $134,995$114/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Excel #145030 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2018 | Price change | $134,995-2.9%$114/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Excel #145030 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2018 | Listed for sale | $139,000$117/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Excel #145030 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2018 | Pending sale | $139,000$117/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Excel #145030 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2018 | Listed for sale | $139,000$117/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX EXCEL #145030 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,357 +8.8% | $27,508 +13.3% |
| 2023 | $3,086 +9.4% | $24,275 +10% |
| 2022 | $2,821 +28.3% | $22,069 +32.8% |
| 2021 | $2,198 +12.1% | $16,618 +11.2% |
| 2019 | $1,961 +21.4% | $14,950 +21.7% |
| 2018 | $1,615 +4.1% | $12,282 +5.1% |
| 2017 | $1,552 -0.2% | $11,684 +4.3% |
| 2016 | $1,555 | $11,201 +5.9% |
| 2015 | -- | $10,580 |
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Neighborhood: Pinckeny
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hillcrest
- Middle: Liberty Memorial Central
- High: Free State
Source: LBORMLS 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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