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TOPEKA, KS 66605

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Shawnee County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
33
⇩ 31.3% vs 48 last year
Pending
11
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$170,000
⇩ 20.9% vs $214,975 last year
Average Price
$226,367
⇧ 7.8% vs $209,982 last year
Days on Market
62
⇧ 10.7% vs 56 days last year

Market Context

Population: 21,779  ·  Density: 840.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,602

Typical home value: $135,893  ·  Homeownership: 69.9%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The TOPEKA, KS real estate market (66605) currently shows 33 active listings, with 11 pending sales. Homes are averaging 62 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 15 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 62 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 20.9% year-over-year, from $214,975 to $170,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 33 this year vs 48 last year
  • Days on market: 62 now vs 56 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $170,000 (-20.9% YoY)
  • Average: $226,367 (+7.8% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 14.9 miles — 146 listings ($52,497,798 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
66605Topeka, KS 666050.0 mi33$7,470,111$170,000$226,367
66609Topeka, KS 666092.9 mi13$3,837,015$340,000$295,155
66611Topeka, KS 666113.4 mi21$5,200,293$219,725$247,633
66616Topeka, KS 666164.0 mi12$1,219,308$82,500$101,609
66608Topeka, KS 666085.1 mi10$1,419,670$121,000$141,967
66619Topeka, KS 666195.4 mi3$298,500$99,500$99,500
66409Berryton, KS 664097.3 mi7$4,476,325$616,950$639,475
66546Wakarusa, KS 665469.5 mi5$7,166,665$475,000$1,433,333
66618Topeka, KS 6661811.0 mi13$8,391,825$417,825$645,525
66610Topeka, KS 6661011.8 mi22$9,573,014$392,500$435,137
66402Auburn, KS 6640213.3 mi2$416,072$205,900$208,036
66615Topeka, KS 6661514.3 mi3$1,290,000$430,000$430,000
66539Silver Lake, KS 6653914.9 mi2$1,739,000$869,500$869,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in TOPEKA, KS 66605?

As of January 2026, there are 33 active listings in TOPEKA, KS (zip code 66605), compared to 48 the prior year.

What is the median home price in TOPEKA, KS 66605?

The median listing price in TOPEKA, KS 66605 is $170,000 as of January 2026, a 20.9% decrease from $214,975 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in TOPEKA, KS?

Homes in TOPEKA, KS 66605 spend an average of 62 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 56 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in TOPEKA, KS 66605?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, TOPEKA, KS 66605 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 15 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 62 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in TOPEKA, KS?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in TOPEKA, KS 66605 save an estimated $3,400 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $170,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.