1478 E 688th Rd, Lawrence, KS 66049
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1478 E 688th Rd
Lawrence, KS 66049

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,052 sqft (on 3.50 acres)

$614,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 5, 2026

$614,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 5, 2026
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,052 sqft
(on 3.50 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1995
Lot Size
3.5 acres
Living Area
3,052 sqft
Price/Sqft
$201
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1478 E 688th Rd, Lawrence, KS. 1478 E 688th Rd is in Lawrence, KS and in ZIP code 66049. This property has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and approximately 3,052 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 3.50 acres and was built in 1995.
1478 E 688th Rd, Lawrence, KS 66049 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,052 sqft single-family home built in 1995. It last sold for $335,000 on Feb 11, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $614,300, with a rent estimate of $3,421/month.

Home Details for 1478 E 688th Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Other, Hardwood
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: Stucco, Cement Concrete, MetalFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1995
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3.50 acres

Price History for 1478 E 688th Rd

DatePriceEventSource
02/11/2016--Sold
N/A
12/03/2015$389,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/15/2015$350,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/26/2015$369,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/01/2015$379,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/30/2015$389,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/08/2015$379,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/24/2015$389,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/31/2002--Sold
N/A

Market trends in Lawrence

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$324K
$3.27KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$2MoM
Available listings
255
17MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$7,342
Assessment$538,330
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1478 E 688th Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
670 N 1495th Rd, Lawrence, KS
0.37
Single-Family Home
-
11/13/25
3
3
1,544
1409 N 650th Rd, Lawrence, KS
0.91
Single-Family Home
-
12/23/25
3
2.5
2,264
591 N 1500th Rd, Lawrence, KS
1.04
Single-Family Home
-
12/08/25
3
3
2,649
1537 E 642nd Rd, Lawrence, KS
0.97
Single-Family Home
-
03/20/26
3
2
2,184
1579 E 767th Rd, Lawrence, KS
1.14
Single-Family Home
-
06/12/26
3
2
1,776
818 N 1500th Rd, Lawrence, KS
1.32
Single-Family Home
-
06/18/26
4
4
2,096
458 N 1500th Rd, Lawrence, KS
2.37
Single-Family Home
-
08/29/25
4
5
3,964
927 N 1464th Rd, Lawrence, KS
2.38
Single-Family Home
-
04/16/26
5
5
2,558
1651 George Williams Way, Lawrence, KS
2.22
Single-Family Home
-
04/24/26
5
5
3,820
1115 Klein Ct, Lawrence, KS
2.35
Single-Family Home
-
06/15/26
4
3
2,860

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  • 57 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 51 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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