1655 North Hillside Avenue

For Sale

1655 North Hillside Avenue, Wichita, KS 67214

This Wichita property for sale is located at 1655 North Hillside Avenue. The current listed sale price for 1655 North Hillside Avenue is $1,800,000. 1655 North Hillside Avenue is situated on a lot that is 1.52 acre in size.

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broker
Johanna Kellner-Ledesma

Ad Astra Commercial

Property Details

  • Property Type VacantLand
  • Lot Size 1.52 Acre
  • Date Updated Sep 15, 2025
Development opportunity on the SW corner of 17th & Hillside, directly across from Wichita State University. Multiple contiguous lots with excellent visibility and high traffic — perfect for student housing, mixed-use retail, restaurant, or office. Capture foot traffic from 16,000+ students daily and benefit from the area’s growth and revitalization. Asking $1,800,000. A rare chance to build next to one of Wichita’s major economic and cultural hubs!Duplex Student Housing Adjacent to Wichita State University This rare 1.52-acre assemblage of 8 contiguous lots presents a unique opportunity to deliver much-needed student housing directly adjacent to Wichita State University (WSU). Located at the signalized hard corner of 17th & Hillside, the site offers unmatched visibility, walkability, and connectivity to campus — making it an ideal location for purpose-built duplex student housing. Strong Demand Drivers: Enrollment Growth: WSU reached a record 23,806 students in Fall 2024, with continued growth anticipated as the university expands its applied learning programs and University Village master plan. Housing Gap: Despite enrollment increases, on-campus and near-campus housing supply remains limited, creating strong demand for quality, walkable off-campus housing solutions. Duplex-style living appeals to both undergraduate and graduate students seeking more privacy and independence than traditional dorms. Location Advantage: Direct adjacency to WSU puts residents within walking distance of classrooms, labs, athletic facilities, and the growing University Village innovation corridor. Expanded Development Potential: Assemblage Size: 1.52 acres across 8 platted lots provides flexibility for phased construction, optimized site planning, and potential to scale unit count. WSU Partnership Opportunity: Wichita State University owns 4 additional lots on the hard corner of 17th & Hillside, which could be incorporated through a 100-year ground lease, creating a rare chance to expand the development footprint and secure a generational campus-adjacent position. Zoning: B – Multi-Family / Two-Family zoning permits duplex development, aligning with demand for low-density, student-focused housing formats. Hard Corner Visibility: The 17th & Hillside frontage ensures strong identity, leasing momentum, and long-term value for investors. Investment Advantages: Opportunity Zone: Located within a federally designated Opportunity Zone, the property offers significant potential tax benefits for investors. University Village Master Plan: Positioned within the 10-year WSU development corridor, ensuring long-term growth and stability in the surrounding area. Partnership Potential: Ownership is open to development collaborations, providing multiple paths to capitalize on this high-demand housing opportunity. Conclusion: With its strategic location, flexible zoning, and the potential to combine with WSU’s adjacent land under a 100-year ground lease, this assemblage represents one of the most compelling student housing development opportunities in Wichita. Developers and investors can leverage rising enrollment, strong rental demand, and Opportunity Zone incentives to deliver a high-performing duplex housing community that serves the next generation of Shockers.
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Location

  • City Wichita, KS
  • Neighborhood Northeast Central
  • Zip Code 67214
  • Market Wichita

Points of Interest

  • Safari Express Main Station

    6.04 miles

  • Safari Express Gorilla Station

    6.26 miles

  • Erie's Corner

    0.68 miles

  • Valero

    0.99 miles

  • Phillips 66

    1.11 miles

  • QuikTrip

    1.68 miles

  • Kwik Shop

    1.91 miles

  • Petro America

    2.10 miles

  • Sinclair

    2.11 miles

  • JumpStart

    2.27 miles

  • PP Station

    2.32 miles

  • Tesla Supercharger

    7.48 miles

  • Parking Garage

    0.33 miles

  • The Flats At WSU

    0.79 miles

  • Wesley Medical Center Public Parking

    1.15 miles

  • Old Town Parking Garage

    2.32 miles

  • Century II Parking

    3.04 miles

  • McDonald's

    3.13 miles

  • Sim Memorial Park Parking

    3.69 miles

  • Old CowTown Parking

    3.83 miles

  • area to ride bikes

    4.27 miles

  • Lot W

    4.30 miles

  • Hyatt Place

    1.03 miles

  • Wesley Inn

    1.42 miles

  • Uptown Motel

    2.03 miles

  • Auto Motel

    2.05 miles

  • Mark 8 Inn

    2.08 miles

  • Town Manor Motel

    2.10 miles

  • 316 Hotel

    2.13 miles

  • Sunflower Inn

    2.22 miles

  • Courtyard Wichita at Old Town

    2.25 miles

  • Hotel at Old Town

    2.34 miles

  • Dillons

    1.82 miles

  • Asia Bazaar

    1.99 miles

  • Asian Groceries

    2.03 miles

  • Lincoln Heights Village

    2.16 miles

  • ALDI

    2.32 miles

  • Farmer's Market

    2.57 miles

  • Happy Grocery

    2.73 miles

  • Mi Mexico Lindo Market

    2.76 miles

  • Natural Grocers

    2.92 miles

  • Trader Joe's

    3.06 miles

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Johanna Kellner-Ledesma

Ad Astra Commercial

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