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$55,000

601 S Ransom St Fort Scott, KS 66701

2 beds
1 full
1,642 sqft
$34 / sqft
House

Property details

About 601 S Ransom St

Updated main level with 2 BR, 1 bath on corner lot. Spacious kitchen, separate laundry area, hardwood floors in LR/DR combo. Cellar with outside entrance for ease of working under house, and for storm safety shelter. Blown insulation, central heat/air on main level. Main level that is ready to occupy 966 sq. ft. per county records. Upper level of approximately 676 is divided into 4 rooms and has not been renovated for many years. Has been excellent storage, but gives a buyer plenty of room for living area expansion and additional bedrooms. Detached carport.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingElectric
Size1,642 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1900
ParkingCarport, Detached
MLS #2566584
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Parking: Carport, Detached
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Electric
  • List Price: $55,000
  • Price/SqFt: $33
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $624
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: 69 Hwy to 6th St. exit. E on 6th St. to Ransom. On SW corner of 6th and Ransom.
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Living Area: 1,642 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 2566584
  • MLS Name: HMLS
  • Office Name: Stewart Realty Company
  • Listing Agent: Diann Tucker

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$3,519$-
2023$3,519$624
2022$3,654$653
2021$3,516$-
2020$3,464$647
2019$3,428$849
2018$4,441$821
2017$4,278$821

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Eugene Ware Elementary School

Public District 3-5

0.4 mi

900 E 3rd St

8

West Bourbon Elementary School

Public District PK-6

14.7 mi

602 5th St

6

Truman Elementary School

Public District 3-5

18.2 mi

901 W Ashland St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $42,004. The most common annual income of people living in Fort Scott, KS is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

41%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

38%
Single, No Kids
15%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

19%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • College FootballCollege Football

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors
  • KmartKmart
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • SonicSonic

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • BuickBuick
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • CountryCountry
  • OldiesOldies
  • New CountryNew Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 601 S Ransom St

The listing price of 601 S Ransom St property is $55,000.

The property 601 S Ransom St is a house located in Fort Scott, Kansas, 66701.

Active Listing: 601 S Ransom St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 601 S Ransom St are: Eugene Ware Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), West Bourbon Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Truman Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Fort Scott Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Nevada Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Northeast Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Fort Scott Sr High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Uniontown High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Bronaugh High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $624 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 601 S Ransom St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 601 S Ransom St is 1,642 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 601 S Ransom St is 1900.

This home is located at 601 S Ransom St in Fort Scott, KS and zip code 66701. This 1,642 square foot home was built in 1900. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $55,000.

The inventory of homes for sale in Fort Scott, KS between June and July 2025 decreased by 15.3%. The median list price of listings available in July 2025 was $145,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 103 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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