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1508 Sw Buchanan St, Topeka, KS 66604, USA|Central Park
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Property Overview
A remodeled home in a walkable area with nearby public transit and access to 6 parks within a mile. The location also offers 20 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers nearby, diverse age groups, and a top-rated middle school about 0.1 miles away.
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Middle school nearby
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About 1508 Sw Buchanan St
Nicely remodeled 2 bed 1 bath home available to rent located at 1508 SW Buchanan St.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1508 Sw Buchanan St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 miles away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.7 miles away
- Priced higher than average
- 2-bedrooms are $50 more than the median rent in this area
Address details
| Neighborhood | Central Park |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 66604 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Central Park
2-bedroom apartments at 1508 Sw Buchanan St cost about 38% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Topeka.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Central Park
Topeka
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $851 |
| December 2024 | $867 |
| January 2025 | $850 |
| February 2025 | $850 |
| March 2025 | $868 |
| April 2025 | $862 |
| May 2025 | $879 |
| June 2025 | $912 |
| July 2025 | $937 |
| August 2025 | $950 |
| September 2025 | $939 |
| October 2025 | $900 |
| November 2025 | $900 |
| December 2025 | $895 |
| January 2026 | $889 |
| February 2026 | $880 |
| March 2026 | $890 |
| April 2026 | $861 |
| May 2026 | $887 |
| June 2026 | $900 |
| July 2026 | $903 |
| August 2026 | $905 |
| September 2026 | $902 |
| October 2026 | $894 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $675 |
| December 2024 | $675 |
| January 2025 | $694 |
| February 2025 | $681 |
| March 2025 | $707 |
| October 2025 | $725 |
| November 2025 | $713 |
| December 2025 | $784 |
| January 2026 | $762 |
| February 2026 | $723 |
| March 2026 | $721 |
| April 2026 | $719 |
| May 2026 | $727 |
| June 2026 | $750 |
| July 2026 | $767 |
| August 2026 | $750 |
| September 2026 | $782 |
| October 2026 | $813 |
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Can I afford to live at 1508 Sw Buchanan St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$44,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,100.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 3 months ago | $1,100 |
Schools near 1508 Sw Buchanan St
Randolph Elementary School
1400 sw randolph ave
topeka, KS, 66604
PK, K-5Public
B-
Jardine Elementary
2600 sw 33rd st
topeka, KS, 66611
PK, K-5Public
C+
Northern Hills Elementary School
5620 nw topeka blvd
topeka, KS, 66617
K-6Public
B
Neighborhood
Central Park | Topeka, KS
Getting around Topeka near 1508 Sw Buchanan St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1508 Sw Buchanan St, Topeka
Groceries
5/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
4/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
6/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Nightlife
5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive
Explore the area around 1508 Sw Buchanan St
Mister Thrifty's Discount Grocery & Surplus
605 SW 6th Ave
Tilton's Westside
1100 SW 6th Ave
Seabrook Apple Market
U Market
935 SE 21st St
Walmart Neighborhood Market
335 SW Macvicar Ave
Vicky's Alterations
1225 SW 21st St
Family Dollar
1313 SW 21st St
Pinkham Millinery
515 SW 10th Ave
Fountain City Brands LLC
2611 SW 17th St
One Spark Apparel LLC
2611 SW 17th St
World Cup Espresso Cafe
1501 SW 21st St
World Cup Coffee & Crepes LLC
917 SW Topeka Blvd
Circle Coffee
1710 SW Medford Ave
Juli's Coffee & Bistro
911 S Kansas Ave
Classic Bean
722 S Kansas Ave
Louis Lounge & Laudromat
1501 SW 21st St
Henry T's Bar & Grill
1521 SW 21st St
Spot Tavern
2202 SW Buchanan St
Los Mandiles Rojos
1003 SE Quincy St
The Weather Room
920 S Kansas Ave
Krave Cupcakes & Provisions
122 SW 7th St
Shana Cake
435 S Kansas Ave
GNC
400 SW 29th St
Walmart Bakery
335 SW Macvicar Ave
Walmart Deli
335 SW Macvicar Ave
Central Park
Garden
Holliday Park
Aaron Douglas Art Park
Elmhurst Green Park
Great Wall Chinese Restaurant
1336 SW 17th St
Monsoon Express
1414 SW 16th St
Papa Johns
1700 SW Washburn Ave
Margarita's Jalisco
1616 SW 17th St
Cafe Holliday RSTRNT-Catering
800 SW 12th St
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West 17th
17th / Clay
West 17th
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West 17th
Lane / 15th
Washburn
17th / Lane / Washburn University Stop # 1
West 17th
Topeka Amtrak Station
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