Why Live in Green Meadows
Columbia’s Green Meadows is a classic suburban neighborhood with sloping streets, cul-de-sacs and mature maple trees that line its sidewalks. This family-oriented community features single-family homes primarily built in the 1970s and 1980s, including custom midcentury modern, ranch-style and bi-level builds, as well as more recent New Traditional styles. Homes typically sit on a third of an acre. The neighborhood is just south of Hinkson Creek, and some areas are more prone to flooding. Green Meadows is known for its proximity to highly rated public schools, including Gentry Middle School and Rock Bridge High School, which offers a range of academic and extracurricular opportunities.
The Greenbriar Connector links to other popular walking and biking paths, including the Hinkson Creek and MKT Nature and Fitness trails. Nearby green spaces include Oakwood Hills Park and Rock Bridge Memorial State Park, known for its Devil’s Icebox trail. The Country Club of Missouri offers golf, swimming and pickleball. Nearby dining options include Murry’s — famous for its live jazz — and Flyover, known for its tapas and rotating menu. For grocery shopping, residents can visit the nearby Aldi, while the Columbia Mall is about 5 miles away.
Green Meadows is conveniently connected to the rest of Columbia via Missouri state Route 163. The District and major employers, like the University of Missouri and MU Health Care, are within 5 miles. The neighborhood is also within walking distance of the University of Missouri's football games and close to other local events, like the Columbia Farmers Market, Art in the Park and the Annual Heritage Festival and Craft Show.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Green Meadows a good place to live?
Green Meadows is a good place to live. Green Meadows is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Green Meadows has 4 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 40. The average household income is $118,114 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 71.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Green Meadows are home owners, with 29.5% of residents renting and 70.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Green Meadows can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Green Meadows neighborhood guide.
Is Green Meadows, MO a safe neighborhood?
Green Meadows, MO is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Green Meadows?
The median home price in Green Meadows is $395,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $79,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.51%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,000 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $86K a year to afford the median home price in Green Meadows. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Green Meadows is $118K.
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Home Trends in Green Meadows, MO
On average, homes in Green Meadows, Columbia sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Green Meadows, Columbia over the last 12 months is $380,000, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$380,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$380,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$165
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$395,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%