1616 Louisiana St

Lawrence, KS 66044

$1,050,000
Price
3
Beds
2,229 Sq. Ft.
$471 / Sq. Ft.
2,229
Sq. Ft.
$471
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Prime Mount Oread Location! This 1923 historic home sits on the southeast point of Mount Oread, originally platted as Fort Thatcher Place in 1911 and is considered one of the "most historic parts of Lawrence" according to multiple sources. This hilltop location was a look out over the golden valley from the southeast to southwest encompassing the Wakarusa river valley. From this very site people in 1863 were watching for Quantrill's Raiders before the Lawrence Massacre. Close to everything on the...Prime Mount Oread Location! This 1923 historic home sits on the southeast point of Mount Oread, originally platted as Fort Thatcher Place in 1911 and is considered one of the "most historic parts of Lawrence" according to multiple sources. This hilltop location was a look out over the golden valley from the southeast to southwest encompassing the Wakarusa river valley. From this very site people in 1863 were watching for Quantrill's Raiders before the Lawrence Massacre. Close to everything on the KU campus including Allen Fieldhouse, David Booth Memorial Stadium, Strong Hall, Wescoe Hall, Kansas Memorial Union and more. Described as an oasis in the heart of the city, the yard is full of trees offering exceptional privacy and abundant room for entertaining. There are two large brick patios, a large deck and a drive way that can accommodate 4 or more cars. The front of the home sits on Louisiana, while the back of the home sits on Court Street, a very rare feature. The home has 3 bedrooms, 2 full sun porches and two full baths on the 2nd level. On the main level you have a kitchen, eat in area for a small dining table, a formal dining room, living room, 1/2 bath and reading room. The home has a full basement, large attic, two detached garages for 3 cars, with a loft / playroom above the second garage. In the attic there is a large walk in cedar closet. The floors in the kitchen are heated. The house has a boiler and original radiators to heat the house plus Mitsubishi AC / Heat split units to provide comfort year round. Lots of storage room in the attic, basement and more. Home also has a Generac generator that runs on natural gas. Local Architect said the home is a candidate for a state and possible national historical preservation designation list. Ask about this for more information. This home has been well taken care of and is move in ready. Listing agent is related to the seller.

Property Details for 1616 Louisiana Street

Style
Two Level
Parking Features
Garage Door Opener
LISTING UPDATED: 11/29/2025 01:01 PM

Property Details for 1616 Louisiana Street

StatusActive
MLS #164530
Days on Market43
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1923
Lot Size-
CountyDouglas County

Location

Listing Courtesy of KW INTEGRITY
Add your commute

Building Information for 1616 Louisiana Street

Stories2Year Built1923Building Size-Lot Size-

Payment Calculator

$5,801 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,188

Property Taxes

$613

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 1616 Louisiana Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: The front of the house is on Louisiana, the back of the house is on Court St. Louisiana is one way coming down the hill, owner uses back door on Court St.
  • Listing Area: LAWRENCE 4
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Levels: Two
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Covered
  • Security Features: Security Lights
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: FT THACHER PLACE S 43 FT LT 5;ALL LT 6 & N 25 FT LT 7 (U03844,45,46 & 47 COMBINED 1988)
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage Type: Detached,Parking Spaces
Property
Lot Information
  • Approx Finished Square Footage: 2201 - 2700
  • Total Square Footage: 2229.0
  • Ponds: One
  • First Floor Total Square Footage: 1218.0
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Hard Surface
Property and Assessments
  • Ownership Type: Private
  • Age: 61+ Years
Utilities
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Available, Internet
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Frame, Stucco
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • Other Structures: Two or more, Garage(s), Workshop
  • Roof: Composition
  • Window Features: Wood Windows
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Cooling: Other, Zoned, Attic Fan
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Fireplace Features: One, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Masonry, Living Room, Other
  • Flooring Type: Carpet
  • Heating: Hot Water, Steam, Zoned, Other
  • Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Bath Areas: 3
  • Conforming Bedrooms: 3
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 25x13
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 13x13
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 17x10
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 13x13
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 11x13
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 11x13
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 8
  • Room Description: Sunporch
  • Room Dimensions: 17x9
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Additional Room
Room 9
  • Room Description: Sunporch
  • Room Dimensions: 17x9
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Additional Room 2
Room 10
  • Room Description: Reading
  • Room Dimensions: 8x11
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Additional Room 3

Property History for 1616 Louisiana Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

Lawrence Board of Realtors #164530

$1,050,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/30/2025

Listed (Active)

Lawrence Board of Realtors #164530

$1,050,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1616 Louisiana Street

Taxable ValueLand$10,350Additions$48,381Total$58,731
Tax Record2025$7,358 ($613 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,229 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,229 SqFtStories2Lot Size14,375 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1923CountyDOUGLASAPN103-06-0-20-08-004.00-0Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1616 Louisiana Street

This home is within Lawrence School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cordley Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School
Public - 6 to 8
Lawrence High School
Public - 9 to 12
Lawrence Virtual School
Charter - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cordley Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School
Public6 to 8

Lawrence High School
Public9 to 12

Lawrence Virtual School
CharterK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

Similar Homes

Similar Sold Homes

Explore Nearby Homes

More information about 1616 Louisiana Street, Lawrence, KS 66044

1616 Louisiana Street is a single family home for sale in Lawrence, KS 66044. This property was listed for sale on October 30, 2025 by KW INTEGRITY, it's currently listed at $1,050,000. This listing's school district is Lawrence School District. Nearby schools include Cordley Elementary School, Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School and Lawrence High School. 1616 Louisiana Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,229 sqft single family home built in 1923.

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Listing Courtesy of KW INTEGRITY

Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS. Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 12/15/2025 06:45 PM. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker orMLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All informationshould be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed bythe office/agent presenting the information.