Quail Run
Neighborhood in Lawrence, Kansas
Douglas County 66049
Late 20th century Traditionals with other stylistic touches
Many of Quail Run’s roads wind through hilly blocks populated by late-20th-century homes, with a few pockets of flatter terrain found in between. Homes here primarily consist of Traditional designs, although elements of Colonial Revival and Craftsman architecture are also common. Other distinct styles here include saltboxes and half-hipped roofs. Some homes feature raised back porches that overlook spacious yards with enough room for fire pits and swingsets. Price points here can range from $315,000 for a four-bedroom house to $490,000 for a larger build. A few estate-sized properties with values between $500,000 and $800,000 can also be found here. While townhouse options sell for between $200,000 and $230,000. “You go from lower income to moderate income in ‘Dad’ Perry, and as you move west, you end up in your higher income type of housing area,” says Wade Walckner, who lives in neighboring Perry Park, but has a child who attends Quail Run Elementary School.
Located between Johnny’s Tavern and Lawrence Beer Company
Quail Run borders a group of retailers and local restaurants at West Sixth Street and Wakarusa Drive. Community favorites here include the Six Mile Chop House and Tavern. “It’s got quality steaks, and a better grade of food overall. It’s a step up,” Howe says. Nearby, J. Wilson’s offers a more upscale dining experience. Patrons can pair steaks or seafood with selections of wines, house cocktails and local craft beers. Johnny’s Tavern West is a Lawrence institution and sports bar where many enjoy cold beers alongside wings, pizza or tacos. Many opt for Johnny's to fulfill their sports-watching needs, as the bar features plenty of TVs hung neatly along the establishment's walls. Walmart and Dillons are two local grocery shopping options; or for fans of craft brews, folks can head to Lawrence Beer Company West to enjoy their beverages outside around a stone fireplace.Walks and snake crossings at Conrad & Viola McGrew Nature Preserve
Quail Run is home to the Conrad & Viola McGrew Nature Preserve, a 15-acre green space with woodlands and rocky streams. Visitors can explore the preserve by walking its paved trail, or crossing the small pedestrian bridge which passes over the water. The preserve is also known for its reptile inhabitants, which include species like the black rat snake. The snakes will occasionally wind themselves between tree branches or rest on the side of the pedestrian bridge. Golfers here are close to the 18-hole course at the private Jayhawk Club. The course’s affiliated Wellness Center provides more amenities like a pool and gyms complete with equipment like exercise machines and free weights. Yoga sessions occur outside the center during the warmer months.
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Access to several highly rated schools with STEM focuses
This neighborhood is also home to Quail Run Elementary School, which receives an A-minus from the educational review site, Niche. Students here enjoy recreational amenities like a disc golf course. From there they can round out their secondary education at Southwest Middle School and Lawrence Free State High School, both of which receive A-minus grades from Niche. Lawrence Free State High, which sits just north of the neighborhood, offers extracurricular activities like a Women in STEM club and a robotics team. Niche also ranks Lawrence Free State among the state’s 20 best high schools for STEM programming. Quail Run is also close to the highly rated Bishop Seabury Academy, a private school that receives an A-plus from Niche. Bishop Seabury serves sixth to 12th graders, and Niche ranks it as both the best private high school and college preparatory private high school in the state.
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‘Hawk Talks’ at Johnny’s and KU basketball
Johnny’s Tavern West, a popular sports bar/restaurant, hosts a series of weekly events throughout the year called “Hawk Talks.” The series invites local sports icons, like the Jayhawks men’s basketball coach, Bill Self, to participate in Q&A sessions with attendees. The talks are held each fall during football season and in the winter for basketball season. To get to a local game, The Bob Billings Parkway connects residents of Quail Run to the University of Kansas, a few miles east, and nearby KU venue, the Allen Fieldhouse, home of Jayhawks basketball. For a cultural outing, the Leid Center of Kansas, which hosts musical acts ranging from the Temptations and Mavis Staples, is also nearby.
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K-10 and I-70 commutes
Wakarusa Drive connects residents directly to the South Lawrence Trafficway, which turns into the K-10. The K-10 is one of two major highways in Lawrence that commuters can take to reach the Kansas City area. Interstate 70, located about 4 miles north of the neighborhood, also connects folks with both Kansas City and Topeka. To get downtown, residents can take West Sixth Street the 4-mile drive into the city, while the Lawrence Transit system provides a public transit option, maintaining several bus stops along Wakarusa Drive. For major medical needs, the Lawrence Memorial Hospital is about 4 miles east. Or for out-of-state flights, the Kansas City International Airport is about 50 miles east of Lawrence.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Crystal Swearingen
Crystal Swearingen
CRYSTAL CLEAR REALTY
(785) 453-3864
93 Total Sales
5 in Quail Run
$260K - $385K Price Range
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MICHELLE ROBERTS-FREEMAN
MICHELLE ROBERTS-FREEMAN
Responds QuicklySTEPHENS REAL ESTATE, INC
(785) 648-1613
99 Total Sales
3 in Quail Run
$160K - $250K Price Range
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JENNIFER CATLIN
JENNIFER CATLIN
Responds QuicklyKW INTEGRITY
(785) 429-4325
45 Total Sales
3 in Quail Run
$167K - $368K Price Range
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Luke L. Thompson
Luke L. Thompson
Responds QuicklyCOLDWELL BANKER AMERICAN HOME
(785) 329-9721
280 Total Sales
1 in Quail Run
$174,000 Price
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Libby Grady
Libby Grady
Responds QuicklySTEPHENS REAL ESTATE, INC
(785) 727-1684
149 Total Sales
12 in Quail Run
$217K - $500K Price Range
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Sarah Dreiling
Sarah Dreiling
Responds QuicklyKW INTEGRITY
(785) 453-7053
154 Total Sales
9 in Quail Run
$235K - $776K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Centennial Park
Clinton Lake Sports Complex
South Park
Dad Perry Park
Mutt Run
Rotary Arboretum
Buford M. Watson Jr. Park
Holcom Park Sport Complex
Baker University Wetlands Discovery Center
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Quail Run | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Quail Run Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Quail Run, Lawrence sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in Quail Run, Lawrence over the last 12 months is $380,500, up 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$404,900
Median Sale Price
$380,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$423,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$229,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$225,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
78
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$159
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,174
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1992
Months of Supply
0.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,726
Significantly above the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,489
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,418
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,335
Median Age
43
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$106,862
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$122,639
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.6%
College Graduates
63.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
34.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
47
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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