420 E Woodson Ave

1,964 Sq. Ft.
$92 / Sq. Ft.
1,964
Sq. Ft.
$92
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Price improvement! Here's your chance to own a piece of history in Historic Lecompton. Built in circa 1890. First time on the open market. Having been within the same family for over 75 years, this home is looking for its next chapter. Are you looking for a project or an opportunity for built-in equity, then this could be for you. So many possibilities here! Not for the novice DIY homeowner, will require some expertise. Some original features and charm of the home are still intact. Addition added...Price improvement! Here's your chance to own a piece of history in Historic Lecompton. Built in circa 1890. First time on the open market. Having been within the same family for over 75 years, this home is looking for its next chapter. Are you looking for a project or an opportunity for built-in equity, then this could be for you. So many possibilities here! Not for the novice DIY homeowner, will require some expertise. Some original features and charm of the home are still intact. Addition added in the 1980's. Barn erected in 1905. Home sits on almost a 1/2 acre lot. Close to Lawrence, Perry, and an easy commute to Topeka. Sold "as is". Inspections are welcome for Buyer's knowledge only. Will not go FHA. Check with your lender about financing options, as it needs work.
  1. Listed by GRETCHEN GARBER • LAWRENCE REAL ESTATE CONNECTIONS
    P: (785)-856-0011 C: (785)-393-1138 gretchengarber@hotmail.com

Property Details for 420 East Woodson Avenue

Style
Two Level
Zoning
R
LISTING UPDATED: 12/15/2025 01:01 PM

Property Details for 420 East Woodson Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #164040
Days on Market168
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1890
Lot Size-
CountyDouglas County

Location

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Building Information for 420 East Woodson Avenue

Stories2Year Built1890Building Size-Lot Size-

Payment Calculator

$1,067 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$877

Property Taxes

$190

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 420 East Woodson Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Listing Area: LECOMPTON
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Levels: Two
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: Blk 20 E 2/3 LTS 49 thru 56 & N 25 Ft of Woodson Ave VAC ORD#602 11-6-67 Adj to SD LT 56 (L00404,405,410, &411 combined 1988)
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Lecompton
  • Middle Or Junior School: Perry/Lecompton
  • High School: Perry/Lecompton
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage Type: None
Property
Lot Information
  • Approx Finished Square Footage: 1801 - 2200
  • Total Square Footage: 1964.0
  • Land Data: Easement(s)
  • First Floor Total Square Footage: 1344.0
  • Second Floor Total Square Footage: 620.0
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
Property and Assessments
  • Fire Department: Lecompton
  • Ownership Type: Investor
  • Age: 61+ Years
Utilities
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Available, Internet
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Other Structures: One, Barn(s)
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Beds Total: 5
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminate
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Bath Areas: 2
  • Conforming Bedrooms: 5
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 12x23
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 15x16
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 11x15
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 8x11
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Utility Room
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 11x11
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 9x13
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 11x11
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 9x13
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 10x14
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room 10
  • Room Description: Eat-in
  • Room Dimensions: 12x9
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Additional Room

Property History for 420 East Woodson Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 29, 2025

Price Change

Lawrence Board of Realtors #164040

$179,900—
Sep 15, 2025

Price Change

Lawrence Board of Realtors #164040

$189,900—
Aug 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

Lawrence Board of Realtors #164040

$199,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/29/2025

Price Change

Lawrence Board of Realtors #164040

$179,900
09/15/2025

Price Change

Lawrence Board of Realtors #164040

$189,900
08/05/2025

Listed (Active)

Lawrence Board of Realtors #164040

$199,900

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

Public Records for 420 East Woodson Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,696Additions$15,105Total$16,801
Tax Record2020$2,276 ($190 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,364 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,964 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt400 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt672 SqFtStories2Lot Size21,344 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890Year Renovated1996CountyDOUGLASAPN028-34-0-40-08-007.00-0

Schools near 420 East Woodson Avenue

This home is within Perry Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lecompton Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Perry-Lecompton Middle School
Public5 to 8

Perry Lecompton High School
Public9 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.

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420 East Woodson Avenue is a single family home for sale in Lecompton, KS 66050. This property was listed for sale on August 5, 2025 by LAWRENCE REAL ESTATE CONNECTIONS, it's currently listed at $179,900. This listing's school district is Perry Public Schools. Nearby schools include Lecompton Elementary School, Perry-Lecompton Middle School and Perry Lecompton High School. 420 East Woodson Avenue is a 5-bed, 2-bath, 1,964 sqft single family home built in 1890.

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