Iconic Topeka Water Tower
1121 SE QUINCY ST, Topeka, KS 66612
Unique redevelopment opportunity in downtown Topeka with historic water tower.
Type:Mixed Use, Land
Lot size:
0.99 Acres- Added:
- May 21, 2026
- Days on Market:
- 11
- Last Refresh:
- May 27 at 8:18 am
Property Features for 1121 SE QUINCY ST
General Information
- Standard status
- Active
- Lot size
- 0.99 Acres
- Property subtype
- Mixed Use, Land
Building Details
- Year Built
- 1942
Listing agent Scott Boling License #00247210
Listing office Coldwell Banker Commercial Griffith & Blair
Listing date May 21, 2026
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HighLights
- Unique redevelopment opportunity: Iconic, historic water tower (circa 1942) on a large downtown parcel, offering uncommon potential for creative reuse.
- Durable and historically significant structure: Reinforced concrete construction, survived the 1966 Topeka F5 tornado.
- Favorable zoning and location: Zoned D1 allowing for residential, office, civic, and commercial uses, located in the heart of downtown Topeka.
- Strong downtown fundamentals: Proximity to state/municipal offices, downtown retail/entertainment, and growing residential density.
- Financial incentives: Located within the Downtown TIF District and an NRP At‑Risk Area; Industrial Revenue Bonds (IRBs) may be available.
- Existing parking revenue: Includes approximately 21,750 SF of asphalt paving with ~46 parking spaces currently leased.
Overview
Located in the heart of downtown Topeka, the property at 1121 SE Quincy Street features a historic reinforced concrete water tower, constructed circa 1942. The tower measures 89.5 feet in outside diameter and 152.5 feet in height. Constructed during World War II, the structure's unique scale and construction present an uncommon opportunity for creative reuse, such as an indoor recreational use, observation tower, event venue, or arts and cultural installation. The 43,125 square foot parcel is zoned D1, allowing residential, office, civic, and commercial retail or service uses. The property benefits from its proximity to state and municipal office buildings, the Kansas Avenue retail and entertainment corridor, and a growing residential presence. The Union at Tower District, a 250-unit residential community, is located directly across the street. The Hutch, a 192-unit luxury residential development, is slated to begin construction late 2026. The site also includes approximately 21,750 square feet of asphalt paving with base, with approximately 46 parking spaces currently offered on month-to-month leases. The property is located within the Downtown TIF District and an NRP At-Risk Area. Industrial Revenue Bonds (IRBs) may be explored depending on project scope and City approval. Above-ground and underground storage tanks are conveyed in as-is condition. Offers to continue use of the parcel as a surface parking lot, or proposals that do not include demolition or beneficial reuse of the existing water tower, will not be accepted.
Location Intelligence
Current Use by Public Records
Water Tower Lot
Parking Lot & Garage
Location Insight
- Map
- Local Demand
- City
- Topeka
- County
- Shawnee
- State
- Kansas
- Longitude
- -95.6755692
- Latitude
- 39.0437513
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FAQs
What type of property is this?
Commercial land - Unique redevelopment opportunity in downtown Topeka with historic water tower.
Where is this commercial land located?
The property is located at 1121 SE QUINCY ST Topeka, KS.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $250,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Unique redevelopment opportunity: Iconic, historic water tower (circa 1942) on a large downtown parcel, offering uncommon potential for creative reuse.; Durable and historically significant structure: Reinforced concrete construction, survived the 1966 Topeka F5 tornado.; Favorable zoning and location: Zoned D1 allowing for residential, office, civic, and commercial uses, located in the heart of downtown Topeka.
