Overlook is a conveniently located community on the west side of Manhattan, Kansas and is less than a 10-minute drive from the center of the downtown area. The capital city of Topeka is just over a one-hour drive to the west, offering plenty more to see and do. Overlook is situated just a few minutes west of State Highway 113, immediately bordered by Anderson Avenue on the south, Dickens Avenue on the north, and Hudson Avenue on the west. The community’s eastern boundary falls just short of Highland Drive and Meadowbrook Lane. The zip code here is 66503, and this community is part of Riley County.
Within the boundaries of the Overlook subdivision, one will find primarily single-family homes. More than 100 homes are located here, situated on fairly small but well-maintained shaded lots. The Cottonwood Racquet Club is located just outside neighborhood bounds on the west, as is the Amanda Arnold Elementary School.
Residents of this conveniently located community enjoy handy access to several area attractions. The Riley County Fairgrounds and Cico Park Swimming Pool are situated immediately to the northeast, and Frank Anneberg Park is just a few minutes to the southwest. Anneberg offers numerous amenities, including the Twin Oaks Sports Complex and Wildcat Creek Golf & Fitness Center. A number of playing fields are found here, as well as a small golf course and walking trails.
Overlook is within minutes of major area shopping centers, including the West Loop and Boulevard Bend Shopping Centers. Residents enjoy convenient proximity to all the necessities – supermarkets, pharmacies, and popular eateries.
Of course, Manhattan is best known for hosting the Kansas State University campus, which is situated just a few minutes east of the Overlook neighborhood. Other prominent attractions in this area include the Manhattan Country Club and Sunset Zoo.