811 SW Buchanan St

$459,777
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Description

A rare opportunity to own a historic home... The Governor's Row House! Currently it is being used as an event venue offering 3281 SF on the main floor with a 1250 SF ballroom (used for weddings, receptions, showers, holiday parties, office meetings and more), parlor, foyer, bar, updated caterers kitchen, living room w/fireplace, and 2 baths. The gorgeous staircase in the foyer leads you upstairs to another sitting or dressing area, depending on the event type, with another bathroom. There have been...A rare opportunity to own a historic home... The Governor's Row House! Currently it is being used as an event venue offering 3281 SF on the main floor with a 1250 SF ballroom (used for weddings, receptions, showers, holiday parties, office meetings and more), parlor, foyer, bar, updated caterers kitchen, living room w/fireplace, and 2 baths. The gorgeous staircase in the foyer leads you upstairs to another sitting or dressing area, depending on the event type, with another bathroom. There have been plenty of updates, while keeping the original charm. The 2nd and 3rd floors offer 3 apartments, which are all currently occupied... Apt #1- 1BR/BA, Apt #2- 2BR/2BA, Apt #3- 2BR/1BA, all have updated kitchen and baths and they offer a total of 2957 additional square feet. This property offers plenty of opportunity, whether you are looking for a hobby or full time, the choice is yours!
  1. Listed by Deb L McFarland • Berkshire Hathaway First
    P: (785)-231-8934 C: (785)-231-8934 deb@debmcfarland.com
  2. Listed by Kelly McFarland • Berkshire Hathaway First
    P: (785)-249-9939 C: (785)-249-9939 doug@bassettsfirst.com

Property Details for 811 Southwest Buchanan Street

Style
Other
Subdivision
Coughlin
Parking Spaces
30.00
LISTING UPDATED: 01/07/2026 07:01 PM

Property Details for 811 Southwest Buchanan Street

StatusActive
MLS #242605
Days on Market1
Taxes$10,711 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMULTIFAMILY / Other
Year Built1900
Lot Size-
CountyShawnee County

Location

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Building Information for 811 Southwest Buchanan Street

Stories-Residences3Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size-

Payment Calculator

$3,133 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,241

Property Taxes

$893

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 811 Southwest Buchanan Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: 8th St. to Buchanan, South to property
School Information
  • Elementary School: Lowman Hill Elementary School/USD 501
  • Middle Or Junior School: Robinson Middle School/USD 501
  • High School: Topeka High School/USD 501
Taxes and HOA
  • Gen Tax (est): 10,771.14
  • Spec Tax (est): 0
  • Tax Annual Amount: $10,711.14
  • Tax Assessed Value: $16,850.00
  • Parcel Number: R12900
Parking
  • Parking Features: On-Site Parking
Property
Lot Information
  • ApproxSqFtImprovements: 6238
  • Building Features: Security Deposits
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential Income
  • Property Sub Type: Other
  • Flood Zone: Unknown
  • Balance of Specials (est): 0
  • PO Yr on Specials: N/A
  • Approx Year Built: 1900
  • Assessed Imp Value: TBD
Utilities
  • Are Utilities On: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Composition
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 3
  • Unit Features: U.F. Apply to Some
  • Number Of Units Vacant: 0
  • Number Of Efficiencies: 0
  • Number Of Units Occupied: 3
Income & Expenses Information
  • Gross Income: $63,425.00
Unit 1
  • Bedrooms Leased: Yes
  • Bedrooms Vacant: No
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 1
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 1
Unit 2
  • Bedrooms Leased: Yes
  • Bedrooms Vacant: No
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 2
Unit 3
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 0
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 3
Rental
Rental Information
  • Available For LeaseYN: No
  • Number Of Units Leased: 3

Property History for 811 Southwest Buchanan Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 6, 2026

Listed (Active)

Sunflower Association of REALTORS #242605

$459,777—
Aug 27, 2013

Sold

Sunflower Association of REALTORS #173735

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Jul 10, 2013

Pending

Sunflower Association of REALTORS #173735

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Jun 6, 2013

Listed (Active)

Sunflower Association of REALTORS #173735

$300,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/06/2026

Listed (Active)

Sunflower Association of REALTORS #242605

$459,777
08/27/2013

Sold

Sunflower Association of REALTORS #173735

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07/10/2013

Pending

Sunflower Association of REALTORS #173735

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06/06/2013

Listed (Active)

Sunflower Association of REALTORS #173735

$300,000

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Public Records for 811 Southwest Buchanan Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$10,771 ($898 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt6,232 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,232 SqFtStories2Lot Size16,852 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1901ZoningOI2CountySHAWNEEAPN097-36-0-10-23-009.00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 811 Southwest Buchanan Street

This home is within Topeka Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lowman Hill Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Robinson Middle School
Public6 to 8

Topeka High School
Public9 to 12

Capital City
Public7 to 12

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811 Southwest Buchanan Street is a multi-family home for sale in Topeka, KS 66606. This property was listed for sale on January 6, 2026 by Berkshire Hathaway First, it's currently listed at $459,777. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on August 27, 2013. This listing's school district is Topeka Public Schools. Nearby schools include Lowman Hill Elementary School, Robinson Middle School and Topeka High School. 811 Southwest Buchanan Street is a 3-bed, 0-bath, multi-family home built in 1900.

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