The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 66607 sells for about $99,900, or $85 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.1% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 22 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $801 a month.
ZIP 66607 — Topeka
The 66607 housing market remains a stable, entry-level segment of the Topeka metro area with limited inventory and consistent demand. Prices have seen modest year-over-year adjustments, reflecting a balanced market where affordability remains the primary driver for local buyers. No specific ZIP-level data for months of supply or price cut percentages were available from major portals, so these figures are estimated based on regional trends.
This ZIP is well-suited for budget-conscious first-time homebuyers and investors looking for entry-level properties in an established urban setting.
Median prices moved down 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 22 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 10.8% · poverty 36.0% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 66607, Shawnee County KS
Crime rates in the 66607 area are higher than the Topeka city average, with property crime being the primary concern reported in local safety assessments.
Schools serving this ZIP are part of Topeka Public Schools (USD 501), which generally face challenges with student performance metrics compared to suburban districts in Shawnee County.
The area is subject to standard Midwestern weather risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity; flood risk is localized to areas near the Kansas River.
Economic momentum is tied to the broader Topeka industrial and government sectors, with ongoing efforts to revitalize older residential corridors and improve local infrastructure.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Kansas) — Kansas Residential Property Tax: Annual tax bill calculated as: (Appraised Fair Market Value * 11.5% Assessment Rate) * (Mill Levy / 1,000). The mill levy is the combined tax rate set by local taxing jurisdictions.
Residents have direct access to major thoroughfares like I-70 and US-75, providing a short commute to downtown Topeka's employment core.
The area features proximity to several local parks and the Kansas River trail system, with basic retail and dining options located along the main arterial roads.
The rental market is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with low vacancy rates and steady rent growth driven by the area's lower entry price point.
The economy is anchored by state government, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors within the greater Topeka area.
The area is served by Topeka Metro bus routes, providing connectivity to the downtown transit hub.
Development is focused on urban infill and the rehabilitation of existing housing stock.
The Shawnee County Appraiser's Office conducts annual market value assessments for all residential parcels.
Parcels are subject to USD 501 school district taxes and various municipal utility service districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to wind and hail, with standard market availability.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 66607 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- West Ridge Lanes Family Fun4.26.4 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.36.9 mi
- Bonkers Topeka4.15.9 mi
- Prairie Band Casino & Resort4.219.7 mi
- Stormont Vail Events Center4.32.5 mi
- The Pennant4.41.9 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.16.6 mi
- Iron Rail Brewing4.41.9 mi
- Topeka Zoo4.34.7 mi
- Kansas State Capitol Visitor Center4.72 mi
- The Pennant4.41.9 mi
- Lake Shawnee4.72.8 mi
- B&B Theatres Topeka Wheatfield 94.56 mi
- Lake Shawnee4.72.8 mi
- Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park4.82 mi
- Gage Park4.64.8 mi
- Ted Ensley Gardens4.83 mi
- Perry State Park4.510.7 mi
- Lake Perry Yacht & Marina4.613.4 mi
- Clinton Marina, Inc.4.717.3 mi
- Rock Creek Marina & Resort- Boat Rentals & Cabins4.511.5 mi
- West Ridge Mall3.66.8 mi
- Hy-Vee Grocery Store4.47 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.26.5 mi
- Dillons4.25.7 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.36.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major community park featuring recreational facilities and green space.
Provides access to outdoor recreation and scenic views along the riverfront.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.