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$279,000

13935 S Cottonwood Drive, Olathe, KS 66062

3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,665
Sq Ft
8,121 Square Feet
Acreage
1979
Year Built
Tara Williams
Tara Williams
REALTOR® · eXp Realty

About This Property

Bring your vision and renovation plans to this solid 3-bedroom, 2.1-bathroom ranch offering an excellent opportunity for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to build equity. A great location in the heart of Olathe, this property is being sold AS IS and is ready for a few practical & decorative updates to bring it to its full potential. The home has good bones and a functional layout, with several of the more significant updates already completed. The bathrooms have been recently updated, providing a great starting point for the next owner. The remaining improvements are primarily cosmetic, a buyer’s opportunity to make this house their own. With the right updates, this property has the potential to be transformed into a stylish and comfortable home. A 2-car garage provides convenient parking and storage, while the mostly unfinished basement offers a blank canvas for whatever the new owner envisions—additional living space, recreation area, home office, gym, workshop, or storage. Whether you're an investor seeking your next project or a buyer looking for an opportunity to customize a home and add value, this property offers plenty of potential in a great Olathe location. Bring your ideas, contractor, and vision—the possibilities are here.

Features & Details

2-Car Garage
Built in 1979
Construction: Board & Batten Siding, Brick Veneer, Frame
Roof: Composition
Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling: Attic Fan, Electric
Flooring: Concrete, Luxury Vinyl, Tile
1 Fireplace
Ceiling Fan(s)
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Fixer Up

Schools

Elementary
Tomahawk
Middle
Frontier Trail
High
Olathe East

District: Olathe

Listing Details

MLS #
248150979
Listing ID
HMS2645570
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Tomahawk Trails
Listing Agent
Miles Rost
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty Partners Inc.

Location

13935 S Cottonwood Drive, Olathe, KS 66062

About Olathe

Olathe

Kansas' fourth-largest and fastest-growing city. Excellent school choices, abundant new construction, 60+ parks, and 10-20% better value than comparable Johnson County markets.

$395K
Median List Price
$145
Price per Sq Ft
35
Days on Market
82%
Owner Occupied

Olathe embodies the American dream of family-centered suburban living — where growing families find exceptional value, modern convenience, and genuine community spirit in Kansas' fourth-largest and fastest-growing city. This isn't just affordable living; it's smart living, where excellent school choices (both Olathe and Blue Valley districts), abundant new construction options, and a robust local economy create the perfect environment for families to establish lasting roots.

From new master-planned neighborhoods with contemporary amenities to established areas near historic downtown, Olathe offers housing diversity that accommodates every stage of family life. The city's commitment to growth with purpose shows in everything from its 60+ parks and recreation facilities to major employers like Garmin and Honeywell that provide career stability while maintaining the community character that makes neighbors feel like extended family.

Whether you're drawn by the competitive pricing on quality new construction, the excellent recreational facilities like Lake Olathe and the Community Center, or simply the authentic Midwestern values that prioritize family, education, and community involvement, Olathe delivers the kind of balanced lifestyle where children thrive, parents prosper, and everyone feels genuinely welcome.

Olathe's location in south-central Johnson County offers excellent connectivity throughout the Kansas City metro. K-10 and I-35 provide direct access to both Kansas City centers and Lawrence, while 119th Street and Ridgeview Road offer convenient local connections.

What defines Olathe

Dual School District Options
Both Olathe USD 233 and Blue Valley USD 229 serve parts of Olathe — flexibility not found in most JoCo cities
Abundant New Construction
Master-planned communities with modern family-friendly features — consistently 10-20% below comparable markets
60+ Parks & Trail Systems
One of Johnson County's most extensive park systems for active family living
Best Value in JoCo
Quality construction, excellent schools, and community amenities at prices that make financial sense
Strong Job Market
Major employers including Garmin, Honeywell, and major healthcare systems provide economic stability

Schools

Olathe offers both Olathe Schools and Blue Valley Schools options:

ElementaryCedar Creek Elementary, St. Joseph Catholic School
Middle SchoolPrairie Trail Middle School
High SchoolOlathe South High School, Olathe North High School
Also servesBlue Valley Northwest High School (Blue Valley USD)

Olathe is unique in Johnson County — both the Olathe School District and Blue Valley serve different parts of the city. School assignment depends on your exact address. I can verify the specific district for any property you're considering.

Olathe market snapshot

New Construction$300K – $600K
Established Homes$200K – $450K
Executive Homes$450K – $800K
Price / Sq Ft$145
Avg Days on Market35 days

Olathe consistently offers 10-20% better value than comparable Johnson County cities while maintaining quality construction and strong appreciation driven by job growth and excellent schools.

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Price Context

Price per sq ft
$168/sqft
Price per acre
$34/acre

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Listing data provided by Heartland MLS via SimplyRETS. Last updated: Oct 10, 2026, 11:55 PM UTC.

This information is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. Buyers should independently verify all information. The listing broker's offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. © 2026 Heartland MLS. All rights reserved.

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