711 Short St

Fort Scott, KS 66701

$99,900
Price
2
Beds
1,176 Sq. Ft.
$85 / Sq. Ft.
1,176
Sq. Ft.
$85
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Get ready to fall in love with this stunning fully remodeled home — every detail has been thoughtfully updated for modern comfort and style! Featuring all-new windows, siding, and custom cedar-wrapped porch posts, this home has amazing curb appeal and craftsmanship that shines inside and out. Step inside to find a spacious open layout with a large living room, dining area, and beautifully updated kitchen showcasing brand-new stainless steel appliances, modern cabinetry, and plenty of counter space...Get ready to fall in love with this stunning fully remodeled home — every detail has been thoughtfully updated for modern comfort and style! Featuring all-new windows, siding, and custom cedar-wrapped porch posts, this home has amazing curb appeal and craftsmanship that shines inside and out. Step inside to find a spacious open layout with a large living room, dining area, and beautifully updated kitchen showcasing brand-new stainless steel appliances, modern cabinetry, and plenty of counter space for entertaining or everyday living. The two bedrooms offer comfortable spaces with great natural light, while the fully updated bathroom adds a fresh, designer touch. Enjoy outdoor living on the large deck, perfect for relaxing or hosting gatherings, plus a detached garage that provides convenient parking or extra storage. This property qualifies for the Bourbon County Revitalization Tax Grant. Allowing the owner to receive a 95% tax rebate for 5 years on the tax increase from the remodeling improvements. Seller is willing to install a mini-split heating and air unit for an additional $5000 and replace tile in the bathroom for an additional $500 if buyer is interested in these upgrades. This move-in ready gem truly has it all — modern updates, classic charm, and thoughtful details throughout.
  1. Listed by Stacy Wood • Front Door Real Estate, Inc.

Property Details for 711 Short Street

Architectural Style
Other
LISTING UPDATED: 12/06/2025 05:45 AM

Property Details for 711 Short Street

StatusActive
MLS #2578994
Days on Market24
Taxes$554 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,000 SF
CountyBourbon County

Location

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Building Information for 711 Short Street

Stories-Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$540 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$494

Property Taxes

$46

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 711 Short Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Fort Scott
  • County Or Parish: Bourbon
  • Directions: south on US 69 hwy, west on 6th st, south on Short St. House sits on the east side of the 700 blk of Short St.
  • Latitude: 37.83383612
  • Longitude: -94.71924879
  • MLS Area Major: 480 - Bourbon County, KS
  • Zip Code: 66701
  • State Or Province: KS
  • Subdivision: None
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Tax Abatement YN: Yes
  • Tax Special Amount: 0
  • Tax Annual Amount: $554.00
  • Parcel Number: 999999
  • Tax Annual Amount: $554.00
  • Tax Legal Description: G50-GUNN & MARR'S ADDITION, LOT 5 & S 25' OF LOT 3 BLK 6
School Information
  • High School District: Fort Scott
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Off Street
Owner
  • Ownership: Private
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished SqFt: 1,176.00
  • Living Area: 1,176.00
  • Lot Features: City Lot
  • Lot Size Area: 9,000.00
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size SqFt: 9,000.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Documents Count: 2
  • Age Description: 101 Years/More
  • FEMA 100 Yr Flood Plain: No
  • Manufactured YN: No
  • Photos Count: 25
  • Year Built: 1920
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Laundry Features: In Bathroom
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintenance
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Composition
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Central Air YN: Yes
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air
  • Dining Area Features: Breakfast Area, Liv/Dining Combo
  • Floors: Bungalow
  • Room List: Bathroom 1, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Room Information
Room 1
  • Levels: Main
  • RoomType1: Bathroom 1
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Rental
Rent Information
  • Deposit: Security 1st

Property History for 711 Short Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

HEARTLANDMLS #2578994

$99,900—
Feb 14, 2008

Sold

HEARTLANDMLS #213494

—
Feb 14, 2008

Pending

HEARTLANDMLS #213494

—
Feb 13, 2008

Sold

HEARTLANDMLS #213494

—
Apr 13, 2007

Listed (Active)

HEARTLANDMLS #213494

$25,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/07/2025

Listed (Active)

HEARTLANDMLS #2578994

$99,900
02/14/2008

Sold

HEARTLANDMLS #213494

—
02/14/2008

Pending

HEARTLANDMLS #213494

—
02/13/2008

Sold

HEARTLANDMLS #213494

—
04/13/2007

Listed (Active)

HEARTLANDMLS #213494

$25,000

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

Public Records for 711 Short Street

Taxable ValueLand$696Additions$2,533Total$3,229
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,176 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,176 SqFtStories1Lot Size9,148 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated1985ZoningR2CountyBOURBONAPN127-25-0-40-27-003.00-0

Schools near 711 Short Street

This home is within Fort Scott School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Winfield Scott Elementary School
Public - PK to 2
Eugene Ware Elementary School
Public - 3 to 5
Fort Scott Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Fort Scott Sr High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Winfield Scott Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Eugene Ware Elementary School
Public3 to 5

Fort Scott Middle School
Public6 to 8

Fort Scott Sr 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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More information about 711 Short Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701

711 Short Street is a single family home for sale in Fort Scott, KS 66701. This property was listed for sale on November 7, 2025 by Front Door Real Estate, Inc., it's currently listed at $99,900. It has been on the market for a total of 24 days and was last sold on February 14, 2008. This listing's school district is Fort Scott School District. Nearby schools include Winfield Scott Elementary School, Eugene Ware Elementary School and Fort Scott Middle School. 711 Short Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,176 sqft single family home built in 1920.

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