Trusted Estate Sale Specialists
The art of the estate transition.
Helping families maximize the value of every estate with professional estate sale services, transparent communication, and respectful care from start to finish.
Serving Lawrence, KS
Established Trust
A standard of care worthy of the estates entrusted to us.
CAGA Certified
Certified by the Certified Appraisers Guild of America for professional estate appraisal services.
Professionally Insured
Bonded professionals operating with complete compliance and accountability.
Complete Estate Service
From inventory and staging to final clean-out and settlement — one engagement.
Trusted by Families & Attorneys
Earned the confidence of families, estate attorneys, and trustees across Lawrence and the surrounding community.
Our Service
Professionally managed estate sales.
Every estate sale is curated, staged, and conducted with the precision of a gallery exhibition and the discretion of a private matter. From single-room collections to entire estates, we handle every detail — research, pricing, presentation, marketing, and the sale itself.
Our team brings two decades of experience with fine furnishings, art, antiques, and significant collections, ensuring each item reaches its full market value while families are guided through the process with patience and respect.
Explore Estate SalesHow We Work
Four phases. One standard.
Every transition follows the same considered path — clear, organized, and built to remove uncertainty.
Phase 1 of 4
Plan
We begin with a conversation and a careful walkthrough of the estate, assessing every item and establishing a tailored sale strategy that reflects your family's timeline and goals.
Phase 2 of 4
Curate
Together we sort, appraise, and stage — researching each piece, organizing the collection, and presenting it to maximize value through targeted marketing and curated preview invitations.
Phase 3 of 4
Sale
A fully staffed, secure estate sale conducted with discretion, professionalism, and respect for the property — whether a modest family home or a landmark estate.
Phase 4 of 4
Settle
We close the chapter with care: property cleared, donations coordinated, and a transparent final accounting delivered so your family can move forward with confidence.
Selected Work
Transitions we've had the honor to lead.
A small selection of recent engagements. Each one different. Each one handled to the same standard.
Mission Hills, KS
The Verona Columns Estate
A six-bedroom Mediterranean revival, transitioned over five weeks. Full estate sale, appraisal of fine art, and property preparation for market — coordinated as one engagement.
Lawrence, KS
The Elmwood Estate
A four-generation family home near Old West Lawrence. Estate sale, cleanout, and donation coordination completed in preparation for sale.
Leawood, KS
The Ironwoods Residence
A downsizing engagement for a retiring couple. Keepsake sorting, consignment of select antiques, and a full home reorganization for the next chapter.
Brookside, MO
The Maplewood Estate
A landmark Brookside property with a significant collection of mid-century furnishings. Curated sale, private preview, and final cleanout handled with discretion.
Overland Park, KS
The Corbin Park Home
A full estate transition — sale, cleanout, and property preparation — completed within four weeks for a family relocating out of state.
Topeka, KS
The Potwin Place Estate
A historic Potwin neighborhood home with three generations of collectibles. Appraisal, staged sale, and donation coordination delivered as one seamless engagement.
Sunflower handled my mother's estate with a level of care and professionalism I did not know existed in this industry. Every item was respected. Every detail was considered.
Common Questions
What families ask us most.
Don't see your question? We're always glad to talk through the specifics of your situation.
Our Story
Guiding families through significant transitions with care and precision.
Sunflower Estate Sales was founded on a simple principle: that the sale of a family estate deserves the same care, curation, and respect as the life that assembled it. We are not merely a sale company. We are stewards of transition.
From landmark properties to modest family homes, our team brings appraisal expertise, logistical precision, and a quiet professionalism that has earned the trust of families, attorneys, and trustees across Lawrence and the surrounding community.
Professionalism
Every engagement conducted with the precision of a managed project and the discretion of a private matter.
Integrity
Transparent accounting, honest valuation, and a fiduciary commitment to the families we serve.
Compassion
We understand that behind every estate is a family in transition. Patience is not optional — it is essential.
Respect for History
Decades of collecting, curating, and living deserve to be honored, not merely liquidated.
