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KU Ends Naismith Hall Lease | Lawrence News
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- Sep 11, 2026
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Summary
KU’s massive Naismith Hall, a 10-story dorm with 504 beds, is officially shuttered after its lease expired — no renewal deal in sight. Originally leased in 2023 to handle record-breaking freshman enrollment, the building cost KU nearly $5.1M annually. Now owned by a Boston-based LLC (who bought it for $28.9M in 2024), it’s undergoing renovations while Lewis Hall reopens. With over 31,000 students last fall, KU’s housing strategy now leans on apartments and other campus residences — but the future of Naismith remains uncertain. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d9d3ee1e482b36f4