The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 66612 sells for about $135,000, or $98 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $716 a month.
ZIP 66612 — Topeka
The 66612 housing market is characterized by affordable, older housing stock with a high proportion of renters. Market activity is stable, driven by its central location near government employment, though limited inventory and aging infrastructure remain key factors.
This ZIP is best suited for investors seeking historic properties, urban-dwelling professionals, and renters who prioritize proximity to downtown Topeka over suburban amenities.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.3% · poverty 27.8% — a mixed stability profile.
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 5.3%/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 4.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 66612, Shawnee County KS
The area experiences higher property crime rates compared to the broader Topeka suburban average, consistent with its central urban location.
Schools serving this ZIP are part of Topeka Public Schools (USD 501), which generally face challenges with academic performance metrics compared to state averages.
The area is primarily an urban environment with standard risks for wind and storm damage; flood risk is localized near the Kansas River corridor.
Economic momentum is tied to the revitalization of downtown Topeka and state government employment, though new residential development within this specific ZIP is limited by existing density.
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.
This ZIP is centrally located in Topeka, providing very short commute times to the state capitol complex and downtown employment centers.
Residents have access to historic downtown amenities, local parks, and proximity to the Kansas River trails.
The rental market is deep with a mix of historic multi-family units and single-family conversions, showing stable demand due to proximity to government offices.
The economy is heavily anchored by state government, healthcare, and education sectors within the Topeka metro area.
The area is served by Topeka Metro bus routes and provides easy access to I-70 and US-75.
Development is focused on infill projects and the preservation of historic residential districts.
The Shawnee County Appraiser's Office conducts annual assessments based on market value.
Parcels are subject to Topeka Public Schools (USD 501) and various municipal utility districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by the age of housing stock and regional severe weather patterns.
Net domestic migration in Kansas has been relatively stable with modest growth in urban centers.
Kansas is a judicial foreclosure state requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process.
Kansas law requires sellers to provide a written disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 66612.
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 Fun4.24.2 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.34.7 mi
- Bonkers Topeka4.13.8 mi
- Prairie Band Casino & Resort4.219.4 mi
- Stormont Vail Events Center4.30.5 mi
- The Pennant4.40.5 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill4.14.4 mi
- Iron Rail Brewing4.40.8 mi
- Topeka Zoo4.32.8 mi
- Kansas State Capitol Visitor Center4.70.6 mi
- The Pennant4.40.5 mi
- Lake Shawnee4.74 mi
- B&B Theatres Topeka Wheatfield 94.53.9 mi
- Lake Shawnee4.74 mi
- Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park4.80.2 mi
- Gage Park4.62.8 mi
- Ted Ensley Gardens4.83.6 mi
- Perry State Park4.512.5 mi
- Lake Perry Yacht & Marina4.615.4 mi
- Clinton Marina, Inc.4.719.1 mi
- Rock Creek Marina & Resort- Boat Rentals & Cabins4.513.3 mi
- West Ridge Mall3.64.7 mi
- Hy-Vee Grocery Store4.44.9 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.24.4 mi
- Dillons4.23.6 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.34.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Historic seat of government and major regional anchor.
Historic train station museum located nearby.
Central business district with various local restaurants and services.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.