Nestled in the heart of Old West Lawrence, this charming 2-story home offers the perfect blend of character, comfort, and location. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, plus a non-conforming third bedroom or flex space, this home provides versatility for a home office, guest room, hobby space, or additional storage.Inside, you'll find beautiful hardwood floors, an inviting eat-in kitchen, convenient main-level laundry, and over 1,200 square feet of living space filled with timeless charm. Step outside to enjoy the covered front porch, covered back deck, spacious backyard, and storage building—ideal for gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing outdoors.Located just blocks from Downtown Lawrence, parks, shopping, restaurants, and the University of Kansas, this home offers the convenience of in-town living in one of Lawrence's most sought-after historic neighborhoods.Whether you're searching for your first home, a place full of character, or an investment opportunity in Lawrence, Kansas, 639 Alabama Street is ready to welcome you home.
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$269,000
639 Alabama St, Lawrence, KS 66044
2beds
1,202sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1910
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$224/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
BETH HAM 785-766-3664,
HEDGES REALTY EXECUTIVES,
Randy Ham 785-766-7575,
HEDGES REALTY EXECUTIVES
Source: LBORMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 166052
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12x11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 10x15
Additional room
- Description: NonConfRm
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12x11
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15x13
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15x12
Utility room
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12x11
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Gas Range, Free-Standing Freezer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,202
- Total interior livable area: 1,202 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: Two Level
- Patio & porch: Covered
Details
- Additional structures: One, Storage
- Parcel number: 0230672504024008020
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Old W Lawrence
Location
- Region: Lawrence
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $224/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $242,540
- Annual tax amount: $3,406
- Date on market: 7/14/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,New Loan
- Ownership type: Private
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $269,000+22.3%$224/sqft |
Source:  Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2630856 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2022 | Sold | -- |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2022 | Contingent | $219,900$183/sqft |
Source:  LBORMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #157213 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2022 | Listed for sale | $219,900$183/sqft |
Source: LBORMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #157213 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2015 | Sold | -- |
Source: Heartland MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1928283 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,406 +1.1% | $27,892 +5.5% |
| 2023 | $3,370 | $26,439 +24.5% |
| 2022 | -- | $21,229 +20% |
| 2021 | $2,343 +9.7% | $17,687 +8.8% |
| 2019 | $2,135 +6.4% | $16,249 +7% |
| 2018 | $2,007 +1.2% | $15,180 +2.3% |
| 2017 | $1,983 +4.5% | $14,835 |
| 2016 | $1,897 | $14,835 -4.4% |
| 2015 | -- | $15,513 +12.4% |
| 2014 | -- | $13,800 +2.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $13,478 -4.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $14,168 |
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Neighborhood: Old West Lawrence
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Hillcrest Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Lawrence Free State High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
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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