c.1905 Kansas Foursquare For Sale Under $90K

Majestic two-story Victorian home located on the corner of 6th and Spruce. This property is within walking distance of downtown, the library, city parks, and local churches. Inside, the main floor includes a living room, a sitting area, a 3/4 bath, and a formal dining room with ample space for a large table. The eat-in kitchen offers enough room for multiple cooks, and its layout allows the formal dining area to be converted into a downstairs bedroom if needed. Original massive windows provide plenty of natural light, and an attic fan helps maintain a cool breeze. The second floor houses three large bedrooms, a full bath, and a dedicated laundry room; the washer and dryer are included with the sale. For comfort, the home features central heat and air with separate units for each floor. Additional highlights include: – Updated breaker box – Two shops with electricity – Detached garage (currently used for storage) and a two-car carport – Privacy-fenced backyard – Basement utility space with a sump pump, furnace, and hot water tank – two bay windows one downstairs and one upstairs Please note that the property requires some repairs and new carpeting. Due to the condition of the windows and peeling paint, it will not qualify for FHA, VA, or USDA financing. However, at this price point, it offers a great opportunity to acquire a spacious home and make updates as you see fit.

• 3bed
• 2bath
• 2,017sqft
• 8,712sqft lot
• Circa 1905

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Pros of Living in Coffeyville

• Exceptional Housing Affordability: The real estate market in Coffeyville is incredibly inexpensive. The median home value floats between $60,000 and $65,000, making it one of the lowest-cost entry points for property ownership in the state. For buyers willing to handle historic or cosmetic updates, dollars stretch incredibly far.

   

• Low Cost of Living: Beyond housing, day-to-day living expenses are nearly 25% lower than the national average.General utilities, retail goods, and services are highly affordable, making it a very economical place to live for retirees, young families, and individuals on fixed budgets.

   

• Higher Education & Vocational Resources: The town is home to Coffeyville Community College (CCC), which injects youthful energy, athletic events, and local cultural programming into the community. The college is highly regarded for its affordable tuition and robust technical and vocational training programs, which directly feed the local workforce.

   

• Abundant Youth & Family Recreation: For a town of its size, Coffeyville offers surprisingly solid recreational amenities. It features the Walter Johnson Park, an 18-hole public golf course, a skating rink, a bowling alley, and the modern Crenshaw Springs-style aquatic center, alongside strong youth sports and civic clubs (4-H, FFA).

   

• Industrial Job Base: Unlike many small rural towns that have completely lost their industrial footprint, Coffeyville retains a stable blue-collar employment base, anchored by the Coffeyville Resources Refinery, John Deere Coffeyville Works, and several regional manufacturing and agricultural support businesses.

Cons of Living in Coffeyville

• Elevated Crime Rates (Per Capita): For a small town, Coffeyville struggles with higher-than-average crime rates per capita compared to the rest of Kansas. Property crime and drug-related offenses are notable challenges local law enforcement actively works to combat, making it essential for incoming residents to research specific neighborhoods.

   

• Economic Scars & Stagnant Growth: The community has faced major economic and structural setbacks over the last two decades, including a massive, devastating flood in 2007 and the subsequent closure of a massive Amazon fulfillment center. The town has experienced a steady population decline and lower median household incomes (around $44,000) as a result.

   

• High Local Taxes and Utilities: Despite the low cost of real estate, residents frequently note that local municipal utility rates trend high. Additionally, the local sales tax on groceries and everyday goods sits on the higher side, which can catch new residents off guard.

   

• Limited Local Shopping & Entertainment: While the town boasts a beautiful historic downtown architecture, many storefronts sit vacant. Dining choices are largely restricted to fast food, a few local casual spots, and standard dollar stores. For major retail, entertainment, or diverse dining, residents must drive roughly an hour and a half south to Tulsa, Oklahoma.

   

• Environmental/Industrial Footprint: Because the town is built up around heavy industry—including a prominent oil refinery and nitrogen fertilizer plant—there are localized concerns regarding air and noise pollution depending on which section of the city you reside in.