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5217 CONGRESSIONAL PL

LAWRENCE, KS 66049
6
Beds
4
Baths
2,790 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,142 (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.$49,243 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,475
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$41,768
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,243
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$428,200

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
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.0.26
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 290 ft²

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

H
Lawrence Free State High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Langston Hughes Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Southwest Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 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

5217 Congressional Pl 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.

  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Douglas County
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Lawrence 66049
  • Older than 92% of homes in West Lawrence

How it measures up in Lawrence 66049

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

Living area2,790 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,683 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 5217 Congressional Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest LawrenceLawrence 66049Douglas County
Living areabigger than2,790 ft²87% of homes92% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac65% of homes66% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than19978% of homes58% of homes70% of homes

About 5217 Congressional Pl

When did 5217 Congressional Pl, Lawrence, KS last sell?

5217 Congressional Pl, Lawrence, KS last sold on Aug 24, 1998, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5217 Congressional Pl, Lawrence, KS?

5217 Congressional Pl, Lawrence, KS has 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,790 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 5217 Congressional Pl, Lawrence, KS built?

5217 Congressional Pl, Lawrence, KS was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5217 Congressional Pl, Lawrence, KS?

5217 Congressional Pl, Lawrence, KS is assigned to Lawrence Free State High School (high), rated B; Langston Hughes Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; 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 5217 Congressional Pl, Lawrence, KS compare to other homes in Lawrence 66049?

Among the 9,600 homes in Lawrence 66049, it is bigger than 92% of them (2,790 ft² against a typical 1,683 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1997 against a typical 1994). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5217 Congressional Pl, Lawrence, KS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5217 Congressional Pl, Lawrence, KS was $6,142. The county assessed it at $49,243.

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