Some houses just feel right the moment you walk in. This is one of them! Hardwood floors run throughout the main level, the kitchen has double ovens and more storage than you'll know what to do with, and the layout flows the way a home should. The bedrooms are generously sized, the bathroom has been tastefully updated, and everything just fits. Downstairs, the full basement gives you room to breathe and room to grow. There's already a finished bonus room waiting on nothing but flooring to become whatever you need it to be. A home office, a playroom, a gym. The bones are there. Step outside and you'll find a brand new deck that's covered and connects the house to the detached two-car garage, fresh exterior paint, and a fully fenced backyard. It's the kind of outdoor setup that actually gets used. Newer furnace and water heater mean the big-ticket items are already handled. Come see it in person. It shows even better than it sounds.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Riley Ringgold• KW One Legacy Partners, LLC
Bought with John Ringgold• KW One Legacy Partners, LLC
Est. $1,192 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2016 SW James St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
May 15, 2026
Sold
—
Sunflower MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #243876
May 14, 2026
Sold
—
Apr 11, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 9, 2026
Listed
$195,000
$127/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 17, 2023
Sold
—
Sunflower MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #230949
Oct 16, 2023
Sold
—
Sep 21, 2023
Contingent
—
Sep 13, 2023
Listed
$163,000
$106/sq ft
+26
This stunning property is a true gem, featuring beautiful hardwood floors that run seamlessly throughout the entire home, providing both durability and sophistication. The living room is expansive and perfect for any furniture arrangement. The kitchen has ample cabinets for storage space and double ovens! The bedrooms are generously sized, offering plenty of room for relaxation and include built in cabinets for storage. The full unfinished basement provides abundant storage space and endless potential for customization and expansion, there is potential for a bonus room, as there is a room downstairs with finished walls and ceiling, which would just need flooring. Outside, the front deck provides a peaceful oasis for enjoying the fresh air and beautiful scenery, mature trees in the yard will provide great shade in the summer. The two car garage is detached but has a covered patio that connects the house to the garage and also leads out to the fenced back yard. Newer furnace and updated paint throughout. Schedule your showing today!
Sunflower MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #230883
Sep 10, 2023
Listed
$160,000
$104/sq ft
Sunflower MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #196287
Jul 17, 2017
Listed
$88,500
$58/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 2000
Sold
$82,500
$54/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 23, 1999
Sold
—
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,720 (+4.9%)
2024
$2,593 (−0.4%)
2023
$2,605 (+11.5%)
2022
$2,336 (+9.2%)
2021
$2,139 (+6.3%)
2020
$2,013 (+1.4%)
2019
$1,984 (+3.0%)
2018
$1,927 (+1.8%)
2017
$1,893
2016
$1,894 (−0.4%)
2015
$1,902 (−0.5%)
2014
$1,911
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
105 ft.
Lot depth
116 ft.
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,534
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Shawnee County
APN
1420304009012000
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
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Pantry
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Electric Cooktop, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Middle Or Junior School: French Middle School/USD 501
High School: Topeka West High School/USD 501
Location Information
Directions: Take SW 21st to SW James St. Turn North. Home will be on the East side of the street.
Subdivision Name: Bancroft Addn
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,534
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: —
County: Shawnee County
APN: 1420304009012000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Whitson Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
Marjorie French Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
4/10
Topeka West High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Topeka, KS • 66604
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 21% for direct sun exposure in Topeka. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10 hrs
6.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$190,000 – $230,000
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Property information provided by Sunflower MLS as distributed by MLS GRID when last listed in 2026. This data may not match public records. Learn more.