1720 Illinois StLawrence, KS 66044

Historic Lawrence charm in the University Place neighborhood, conveniently located near the University of Kansas and downtown Lawrence.

This approximately 1,200 sq. ft. home offers 3 bedrooms (one non-conforming) and 1.5 baths, with beautiful hardwood floors, a welcoming covered front porch, mature trees, and a detached one-car garage with additional off-street parking.

The main level features two bedrooms, a full bath, living room with hardwood floors, and a kitchen and breakfast nook with ceramic tile. The kitchen features concrete countertops and includes the refrigerator, range/oven, dishwasher and garbage disposal. An additional non-conforming bedroom upstairs provides flexible space for a bedroom, office or other use.

The full basement includes laundry, shelving and plenty of useful space for storage, hobbies and projects.

Recent improvements include hardwood floors refinished in 2023, new ductwork in 2023 with professional asbestos abatement associated with the project, interior painting in 2024, and new cedar fencing and landscaping in 2026. The main roof was replaced in 2016, with the south portion repaired/replaced in 2026 following storm/tree damage. The home's original windows have also been replaced.

Outside, enjoy the covered front porch, concrete patio, mature trees, new landscaping and fencing, and detached one-car garage with electricity and an automatic garage-door opener.

Located in historic University Place, the home provides convenient access to KU, downtown Lawrence, shopping, dining and other Lawrence amenities. No HOA.

For Sale By Owner — $334,900. Private showings available with approximately 12 hours' notice.