Mexico Gravel Homes for Rent

Mexico Gravel in Columbia is a small neighborhood located a few miles from downtown Columbia, known as The District. The community features a mix of retail spaces and a small residential area with fewer than 150 homes. Proximity to the University of Missouri, parks, and award-winning restaurants adds to its appeal. U.S. Route 63 runs through the area, and Interstate 70 is just south, facilitating convenient commutes. Homes, built between the 1950s and 1970s, typically feature bi-level, split-level, or ranch-style designs with attached garages. Some properties have been converted into duplexes, and while many homes have retained their original interiors, others have been updated. The neighborhood is noted for its investment properties and increasing home values. Mexico Gravel is surrounded by various attractions, including the grocery store Gerbes and numerous furniture retailers. Dining options include Big Mama’s Cafe, known for its award-winning breakfast, and Delia’s Mexican Grill for tacos and margaritas. The community is also close to The District’s restaurants, such as the historic Broadway Diner. Although Mexico Gravel lacks its own parks, Albert-Oakland Park is just under 2 miles away, offering pickleball courts, a sand volleyball court, and access to the Bear Creek Trail. Stephens Lake Park, 3 miles south, provides swimming, fishing, and winter ice fishing. Public transportation is accessible via Go COMO’s Blue Route, with bus stops just over a mile east. By car, the city center and the University of Missouri are just over 3 miles away via Paris Road. U.S. Route 63 connects the neighborhood to Columbia Regional Airport, 15 miles away, and Jefferson City, 33 miles away.