66049 — Lawrence, KS Home Values
Typical home value $401,986 as of June 2026 · 1st of 8 in Lawrence, KS
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 66049, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 66049 compares in the Lawrence, KS area
ZIP code 66049 (Lawrence, KS) has a typical home value of $401,986 as of June 2026, ranking 1st of 8 ZIP codes tracked in the Lawrence, KS area, the most expensive ZIP code in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.2% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +27.8%, from $314,594 in June 2021 to $401,986 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 20× the annual rent ($1,678/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Lawrence, KS forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Lawrence.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 66049 has a population of 31,351, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 77.9% White, 7.3% two or more races, 5.5% Asian, 4.2% Black or African American, 4.1% Hispanic or Latino, 0.9% another race, and 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Langston Hughes Elem | 1101 George Williams Way, Lawrence, KS | 1.5 mi |
| Lawrence Free State High | 4700 Overland Drive, Lawrence, KS | 2.3 mi |
| Quail Run Elementary | 1130 Inverness Drive, Lawrence, KS | 2.6 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 66049?
$401,986 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 66049 an expensive ZIP code in the Lawrence, KS area?
66049 ranks 1st of 8 ZIP codes in the Lawrence, KS area by typical home value, the most expensive ZIP code in the metro.
How much have home values in 66049 changed over the past year?
+3.2% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 66049?
The typical home price is 20× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,678/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 66049?
31,351, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 66049?
Langston Hughes Elem (1.5 mi), Lawrence Free State High (2.3 mi), Quail Run Elementary (2.6 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 66049?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Lawrence, KS forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.