For sale

$149,900

538 NE Wabash Ave, Topeka, KS 66616

3beds

1,041sqft

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1916

6,098 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$144/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Beautifully updated bungalowDetached garageBright inviting interior

Welcome home to this beautifully updated bungalow offering the perfect blend of charm and modern convenience! This move-in ready home features 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with stylish updates throughout. Enjoy a bright, inviting interior designed for comfortable everyday living. Outside, you’ll find a detached garage, a fully fenced backyard with a privacy fence for relaxing or entertaining, and chain-link fencing in the front yard. Whether you’re looking for your first home, downsizing, or adding to your investment portfolio, this property offers functionality, comfort, and modern appeal in one package. Schedule your showing today!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: Pantry, 1st Fl Full Bath

Primary bedroom

Level: Main
Area: 192.38
Dimensions: 13.5x14.25

Bedroom 2

Level: Upper
Area: 144
Dimensions: 12x12

Bedroom 3

Level: Upper
Area: 144
Dimensions: 12x12

Dining room

Level: Main

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 137.5
Dimensions: 11'x12'6"

Laundry

Level: Main
Area: 120
Dimensions: 12'x10'

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 150
Dimensions: 12'x12'6"

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Laundry: Main Level, Separate Room

Features

Flooring: Vinyl, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
Basement: Sump Pump
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,041
Total interior livable area: 1,041 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,041
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Detached, Extra Parking, Auto Garage Opener(s)
Garage spaces: 1

Features

Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 6,098 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: R22215
Special conditions: Standard
Other equipment: Satellite Dish

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Bungalow
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Roof: Composition

Condition

Year built: 1916

Utilities & green energy

Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Walnut Park

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Topeka

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $144/sqft
Tax assessed value: $78,800
Annual tax amount: $1,197
Date on market: 7/11/2026
Cumulative days on market: 13 days

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/11/2026	Listed for sale	$149,900+233.1%$144/sqft
Source: Sunflower AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #245512 Report a problem
3/10/2026	Sold	--
Source: Sunflower AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #243036 Report a problem
2/17/2026	Pending sale	$45,000$43/sqft
Source: Sunflower AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #243036 Report a problem
2/15/2026	Listed for sale	$45,000$43/sqft
Source: Sunflower AOR as distributed by MLS GRID #243036 Report a problem
7/16/2004	Sold	--
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,198 +5.3%	$9,063 +3%
2024	$1,138 +20.3%	$8,798 +26.3%
2023	$945 +5.5%	$6,964 +9%
2022	$896 +0.4%	$6,389 +9%
2021	$892	$5,861 +2%
2020	--	$5,746 +3%
2019	$842 +20.9%	$5,578 +19.8%
2018	$697 -0.2%	$4,658
2017	$698 -0.1%	$4,658 -13.5%
2014	$699	$5,388 -4%
2010	--	$5,613
2008	--	$5,613 +2.1%
2007	--	$5,498
2006	--	$5,498 +1.9%
2005	--	$5,394 +3.1%
2004	--	$5,233 +21.3%
2003	--	$4,313 +5%
2002	--	$4,106
2000	--	$4,106

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: Oakland

Getting around

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

19 / 100

Minimal Transit

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

4/10
State Street Elementary School
Grades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
3/10
Chase Middle School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
2/10
Highland Park High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: State Street Elementary School/USD 501
Middle: Chase Middle School/USD 501
High: Highland Park 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.