Lawrence
Lawrence is a market unlike any other in our region — a historic college town built around the University of Kansas and one of the most walkable downtowns in the Midwest. The Shopper Team helps buyers and sellers across Lawrence and Douglas County, from historic homes near campus to new construction and acreage outside the city. Browse active listings below and use the guide to get oriented.
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Living in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence is the county seat of Douglas County and the sixth-largest city in Kansas, estimated at 96,367 residents as of July 1, 2025. Founded in 1854 by the New England Emigrant Aid Company as a Free-State town during the Bleeding Kansas era — and named for abolitionist Amos A. Lawrence — it is best known today as the home of the University of Kansas and a lively historic downtown along Massachusetts Street.
Figures: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Lawrence city, Kansas (population estimate July 1, 2025; income, home value, homeownership, commute, and education 2020–2024).
Schools
Public schools are part of Lawrence USD 497, which operates about 12 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools (Lawrence High and Free State High). Higher education anchors the city: the University of Kansas (founded 1866) and Haskell Indian Nations University (1884). We’re glad to confirm the schools tied to any specific address.
Working in Lawrence
The University of Kansas is by far the largest employer, alongside LMH Health (Lawrence Memorial Hospital), Lawrence USD 497, Maximus, and Hallmark Cards. The large university presence also helps explain a lower owner-occupancy rate than surrounding suburbs, since many residents are students who rent.
Parks & Things to Do
Outdoor and cultural draws include Clinton Lake and its state park, the historic Massachusetts Street downtown, South Park and Centennial Park, and the Watkins Museum of History and Liberty Hall.
Lawrence Real Estate
Lawrence offers everything from historic homes near downtown and campus to newer subdivisions on the western and southern edges. Per the U.S. Census Bureau (2020–2024), the median owner-occupied home value is $292,700. Explore current listings below.
10 years of Lawrence sales data
Lawrence, KS housing market, 2016–2026
Built from 2,803 single-family closed sales. Pick a metric; hover or tap a bar for details.
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| Year | Sales | Median tax | Median price | Eff. rate | $/sq ft | DOM | At/over list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 20 | $2,286 | $178,400 | 1.30% | $107 | 21 | 40% |
| 2017 | 257 | $2,516 | $200,000 | 1.33% | $113 | 27 | 41% |
| 2018 | 245 | $2,855 | $225,000 | 1.37% | $114 | 24 | 37% |
| 2019 | 238 | $3,256 | $226,000 | 1.39% | $119 | 26 | 37% |
| 2020 | 258 | $3,082 | $245,000 | 1.32% | $128 | 20 | 47% |
| 2021 | 251 | $3,132 | $274,900 | 1.17% | $149 | 4 | 67% |
| 2022 | 278 | $3,340 | $285,000 | 1.15% | $163 | 9 | 58% |
| 2023 | 249 | $3,806 | $319,900 | 1.23% | $173 | 8 | 56% |
| 2024 | 322 | $4,148 | $334,000 | 1.30% | $186 | 12 | 46% |
| 2025 | 385 | $4,306 | $337,000 | 1.29% | $193 | 17 | 42% |
| 2026 | 300 | $4,552 | $356,250 | 1.30% | $200 | 13 | 48% |
Active builders in Lawrence: Drippe Homes, Form&Function. Compare builders across the metro →
Lawrence by the numbers: quick answers
What is the median home price in Lawrence, KS?
The median single-family sale price in Lawrence, KS was $340,000 for homes that sold from January 2024 through October 2026 (1,007 sales), about $194 per finished square foot.
How much are property taxes in Lawrence, KS?
The median annual property tax on homes that sold in Lawrence, KS from 2024 to 2026 was $4,324, an effective rate of about 1.3% of the sale price.
Do most homes in Lawrence, KS have an HOA?
About 10% of recent Lawrence sales had HOA dues, with median dues of about $600 a year.
Is there new construction in Lawrence, KS?
About 2% of recent Lawrence sales were homes built within the last two years. Active builders in MLS records include Drippe Homes, Form&Function.
What is the best month to sell a house in Lawrence, KS?
Over the past 10 years, Lawrence homes that closed in April sold for the highest share of original list price (median 100%), and homes closing in April had the shortest median time on market (6 days).
Last updated October 14, 2026 · Compare all metro cities · How we calculate this
Source: Heartland MLS closed single-family sales in Lawrence, KS, 2016 through 2026 year to date, compiled by Wingman Real Estate – The Shopper Team. 2016 and 2026 are partial years. Tax is the total annual tax reported at sale (it may reflect the prior tax year; new construction can show land-only tax). Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; not a tax quote. Lawrence figures include only sales reported through Heartland MLS; many Lawrence sales are listed on the separate Lawrence MLS, so treat these as a sample.
Frequently Asked
What is the population of Lawrence, Kansas?
Lawrence is the county seat of Douglas County and the sixth-largest city in Kansas. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated its population at 96,367 as of July 1, 2025.
How much do homes cost in Lawrence?
Per the U.S. Census Bureau (2020–2024), the median value of owner-occupied homes in Lawrence is $292,700. Search current listings for live, address-specific pricing.
What school district serves Lawrence?
Public schools in Lawrence are part of Lawrence USD 497, which operates about 12 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
What is Lawrence known for?
Lawrence is known as the home of the University of Kansas, for its Free-State founding in 1854, and for its historic Massachusetts Street downtown.
How far is Lawrence from Kansas City?
Lawrence sits west of the Kansas City metro along I-70 and K-10. The Census Bureau reports a mean commute of about 19.8 minutes for Lawrence workers.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (Lawrence city, Kansas); city, county, and school-district sources. Information is deemed reliable but should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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