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1017 S Brockway Street
Olathe, KS 66061
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$265,000
725 W Elm Street, Olathe, KS 66061
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,257
Sq Ft
13,036 Square Feet
Acreage
1953
Year Built
Tara Williams
REALTOR® · eXp Realty
About This Property
Welcome to 725 W. Elm Street, a charming Olathe home filled with character, warmth and personality! From the moment you pull into the driveway, you’re greeted by beautiful landscaping, inviting stonework and thoughtful pops of color that set the tone for what’s inside. Step through the door and you’ll immediately feel at home. Fresh interior paint, gorgeous wood floors, beautiful natural light and an updated fireplace create a cozy and welcoming living space. The adjoining living and dining areas flow into one of the home’s sweetest features—a light-filled sunroom offering endless possibilities as a home office, reading nook, sitting room or creative space. It feels connected to the heart of the home while offering a special space of its own. The spacious kitchen offers generous counter space and convenient access to the dining area. Just beyond, you’ll find a roomy laundry and drop zone with easy access to the attached one-car garage, complete with added overhead storage. The beautifully updated bathroom features attractive tile work, shower and flooring. The primary bedroom offers two closets and built-in storage, with two additional bedrooms nearby. Outside, enjoy established trees, refreshed landscaping and a new backyard deck, creating inviting spaces to relax, entertain or simply enjoy the outdoors. Beyond its charm, this home offers valuable improvements, including a new high-efficiency A/C (2026), 200-amp electrical panel (2026), electric tankless water heater (2025), weatherization improvements (2025) and furnace (2021). Additional updates to doors, trim, blinds, closets and storage add everyday functionality. Conveniently located in Olathe, right next to a darling flower shop, this home is anything but cookie-cutter! Thoughtfully cared for and full of cozy details, it’s a home with a personality all its own, ready to welcome its next owners!
Features & Details
1-Car Garage
Built in 1953
Construction: Stone & Frame
Roof: Composition
Heating: Central Gas
Cooling: Electric
Flooring: Wood
1 Fireplace
Schools
Elementary
Rolling Ridge
Middle
Oregon Trail
High
Olathe West
District: Olathe
Listing Details
- MLS #
- 248187662
- Listing ID
- HMS2646539
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Stevensons Pl
- Listing Agent
- Nichole Graham
- Listing Office
- Real Broker, LLC
Location
725 W Elm Street, Olathe, KS 66061
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.
Price Context
- Price per sq ft
- $211/sqft
- Price per acre
- $20/acre
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Listing data provided by Heartland MLS via SimplyRETS. Last updated: Oct 13, 2026, 8:11 AM 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.
