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$576,250$279 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

1218 LITTLE KNIFE DR

LAWRENCE, KS 66049
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,065 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$576K
$548K low$605K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,193 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$57,438 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$48,238
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$57,438
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$499,460

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
60
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyDouglas
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 28 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Langston Hughes Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Lawrence Free State High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Southwest Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi

District: Lawrence Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 66049These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,331
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.684 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,056
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,070
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

1218 Little Knife Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 86% of homes in Douglas County
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Douglas County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Douglas County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in West Lawrence
  • Among the newest homes in West Lawrence

What homes are worth in Lawrence 66049

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$198K$910K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Lawrence 66049.

How it measures up in Lawrence 66049

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lawrence 66049.

Estimated value$576,250
CheaperTypical $409,478Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$279
CheaperTypical $237Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area2,065 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,682 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 1218 Little Knife Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest LawrenceLawrence 66049Douglas County
Estimated valuepricier than$576,25062% of homes83% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27961% of homes76% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than2,065 ft²60% of homes73% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac85% of homes83% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes

About 1218 Little Knife Dr

How much is 1218 Little Knife Dr, Lawrence, KS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1218 Little Knife Dr, Lawrence, KS is $576,250 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $547,916 to $604,584. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1218 Little Knife Dr, Lawrence, KS last sell?

1218 Little Knife Dr, Lawrence, KS last sold on May 6, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1218 Little Knife Dr, Lawrence, KS?

1218 Little Knife Dr, Lawrence, KS has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,065 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 1218 Little Knife Dr, Lawrence, KS built?

1218 Little Knife Dr, Lawrence, KS was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1218 Little Knife Dr, Lawrence, KS?

1218 Little Knife Dr, Lawrence, KS is assigned to Langston Hughes Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Lawrence Free State High School (high), rated B; Southwest Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Lawrence Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1218 Little Knife Dr, Lawrence, KS compare to other homes in Lawrence 66049?

Among the 9,600 homes in Lawrence 66049, it is worth more than 83% of them ($576,250 against a typical $409,478), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($279 against a typical $237), it is bigger than 73% of them (2,065 ft² against a typical 1,682 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Douglas County, it is worth more than 86% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1218 Little Knife Dr, Lawrence, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1218 Little Knife Dr, Lawrence, KS was $7,193. The county assessed it at $57,438.

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