1140 Tennessee St, Lawrence, KS 66044

A Victorian treasure in the heart of Lawrence and at the base of Mt. Oread. This historic family home has been updated with contemporary features that appeal to modern life. High-End appliances STAY with the house. The traditional entrance has an inviting covered porch and swing ready for summertime lemonade and friendly visits with neighbors. The foyer beckons to days gone by with original unpainted woodwork. Oak floors shine throughout. The chef's kitchen has custom cabinetry, custom lighting over an island, a gas cooktop, and built-in features. The kitchen dining area accommodates a larger family-size table. The adjacent living room has the original tiled fireplace, mantle, and built-in features. Other rooms on the main level include a mud room/laundry room and a full shower-bathroom. There's a covered porch off the back. Upstairs, the original staircase takes you past a colorful leaded glass window. The second floor has four good-sized bedrooms with oak floors and ceiling fans. The updated tiled shower is spacious and contemporary and has radiant floor heat. A unique set of stairs leads to the large 4th bedroom. Beautiful original windows have been restrung with new pulley systems and painted with marine paint to last many years. The excellent exterior paint was applied with sealer and primer, after stripping 7 layers of old paint. Being offered in As-Is Condition, the home is currently rented to 4 individuals and leased until 7/31/25.