Welcome home to this beautifully maintained North Topeka property situated on nearly 5 acres of flat, usable land in the Seaman school district with convenient access to nearby amenities and major highways. This spacious home features 3 bedrooms, a loft that can serve as a 4th bedroom or flexible living space, and 3 bathrooms. Inside, you will find a large living room filled with natural light, a generous dining area, abundant storage, hardwood floors in the main living areas, and fresh carpet in the bedrooms. The oversized composite deck just off the kitchen is ideal for outdoor use and entertaining. The full unfinished basement offers excellent potential for future finished space, hobbies, or storage, and includes a full bathroom plus additional laundry hookups. Recent updates include kitchen countertops, septic system, roof, and more. Located on paved roads with quick access to Hwy 24 and Hwy 75, this property offers space, comfort, and convenience in one setting. Do not miss this opportunity.
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Logan Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
Seaman Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi
6/10
Seaman High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
6/10
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About North Topeka
West
North Topeka West, located between the Kansas River and NW Topeka Blvd, is a historic and industrial Topeka neighborhood with river-adjacent streetscapes and rail-era grit. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around NW Topeka Blvd near the river bridges, where repair shops, small storefronts, and working warehouses set a steady, utilitarian rhythm. The Pennant anchors nights with craft beer and a patio scene, while the Great Overland Station adds railroad history in a landmark depot. Housing mixes early 20th-century cottages with modest infill, and the flat grid makes walks to riverfront paths feel straightforward. Views of downtown rise across the water, and the area’s identity stays tied to bridges, tracks, and the riverbank.
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Market insights
1607 NW Lower Silver Lake Rd · $299,000
DAYS ON MARKET
104 days
The average home goes pending in 7 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.4%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$299,000
Median sale price in this area is $234,352. (22% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
2 price drops
23% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Basement present
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Exterior features
Nearly 5-acre lot (4.85 acres)
Home design
Single-family residence
One and one-half story
Electricity and solar
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Sale and tax history for 1607 NW Lower Silver Lake Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Sunflower MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #244119
Aug 4, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 25, 2026
Price Changed
$299,000
$152/sq ft
May 21, 2026
Price Changed
$314,900
$160/sq ft
Apr 22, 2026
Listed
$325,000
$166/sq ft
Sunflower MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #1
Oct 31, 2025
Price Changed
$319,000
$163/sq ft
Jul 9, 2025
Price Changed
$329,900
$168/sq ft
May 19, 2025
Price Changed
$339,900
$173/sq ft
Apr 28, 2025
Price Changed
$344,900
$176/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 31, 2022
Sold
—
Sunflower MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #224881
Aug 31, 2022
Sold
—
Jul 21, 2022
Contingent
—
Jul 7, 2022
Listed
$265,000
$135/sq ft
+20
Be sure to take a look at this Gorgeous home settled on 4.85 ac wit mature trees offering 3 Bdrm with loft + 3 bath home– New hardwood floors throughout with newly carpeted in main floor bedrooms. Over-sized composite deck for entertainment just off the kitchen. Full Unfinished Basement with ¾ bath and extra laundry hookups. Prior to closing house will have new kitchen counter tops, septic system and roof. Nothing left to do, but move in. Easy access to Hwy 24 & 75. All paved roads.
Lawrence MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #157086
Aug 31, 2022
Sold
—
Jul 21, 2022
Pending
—
Jul 6, 2022
Listed
$265,000
$135/sq ft
Sunflower MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #209025
Aug 14, 2019
Listed
$159,000
$81/sq ft
Public Records
May 21, 2018
Sold
—
Sunflower MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #199657
May 9, 2018
Sold
—
Feb 25, 2018
Listed
$169,900
$87/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 2011
Sold
—
Public Records
Aug 1, 1999
Sold
$30,000
$15/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,865 (+3.4%)
2024
$4,704 (+2.6%)
2023
$4,583 (+58.5%)
2022
$2,892 (−13.1%)
2021
$3,329 (+5.4%)
2020
$3,157 (+3.1%)
2019
$3,064 (+13.5%)
2018
$2,700 (−0.5%)
2017
$2,713 (−0.2%)
2016
$2,718
2015
$2,717 (−0.1%)
2014
$2,721
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.85 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,962
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,962
Year built
1921
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Shawnee County
APN
1041903001003000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 2026.
R1
Single-Family Dwelling District
This district is established to provide for the use of detached single-family dwellings together with specified accessory uses and other uses as may be approved. It is intended that the character and use of this district be for housing and living purposes free from the encroachment of incompatible uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Recreation
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 107° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Topeka, KS • 66608
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 5% for direct sun exposure in Topeka. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1607 NW Lower Silver Lake Rd
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Nearby homes have recently listed between $110,000 and $220,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $110K to $220K.