c.1923 Four Bedroom Kansas Home For Sale $193K

416 W 6th St, Coffeyville, KS 67337    $193,000

• Contact Realtor: Jessica Hensley
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Pros

• Extremely Affordable Cost of Living

• Overall cost of living, including groceries and utilities, remains among the lowest in Kansas

• Strong Sense of Community & Diverse Population

• Residents often talk about a warm, welcoming community where “everyone knows everyone”—ideal for families and retirees

• The city scores highly on ethnic diversity, with higher proportions of Black, Native American, and multiracial residents than the state average

• Local Education & Healthcare Resources

• The public school district (USD 445) accepts Pre‑K through high school (Field Kindley HS) and scores mid-range on state metrics, with engaged teachers noted

• Coffeyville Community College offers associate degrees and sports, and the city hosts a modest hospital and clinic network for routine care

• Parks, Recreation & Annual Events

• There are 11 city parks, a golf course, an aquatic center, and annual events like the Inter‑State Fair & Rodeo and a local brewfest

• Nearby Elk City State Park offers trails, lakeside recreation, and nature access

• Industrial Base Provides Employment

• Coffeyville Resources refinery is a major local employer (≈500 jobs), anchoring the area’s economy

Cons

• High Crime Rates

• Crime in Coffeyville is significantly above both Kansas and U.S. averages—violent crime roughly 1 in 162, property crime 1 in 32 chance per person per year

• Niche gives a “C‑” safety grade, and many residents cite drug-related violence and general law enforcement concerns

• Economic Struggles & Limited Jobs

• Median household income (~$38K–41K) is well below state and national figures; poverty rates hover around 20%

• Though the refinery provides jobs, many young professionals find limited opportunities locally and may commute or relocate for work

• Population Decline & Vacancy Issues

• The city’s population has been shrinking since its 1960s peak, with empty neighborhoods—especially properties purchased by the refinery as buffer zones or lost to the 2007 flood—remaining undeveloped

• Some cross-town patterns still show abandoned lots and structural decline from that flood and economic shifts

• Amenities & Transportation Are Limited

• Public transit is minimal, making a car necessary; most amenities are not walkable from central points

• Entertainment options are sparse—residents note limited shopping, theaters, or nighttime activities; parks and local fairs only scratch the surface

• Schools & Education Quality Concerns

• Local school proficiency in math and reading is notably below state and national levels, and district rankings remain average-to-below average