Why Live in Chitwood
Chitwood in Joplin, MO, is a neighborhood with a mix of historical and newer homes. Single-family homes, including shotgun-style, bungalows, and minimal traditional homes, date back to the early 1900s. While many of these older homes require significant renovations, newer homes built after 2011 are move-in ready. The neighborhood features smaller, well-maintained front yards and a combination of street parking and wide, paved driveways with attached garages. Chitwood is part of the Joplin School District, with Jefferson Elementary, North Middle School, and Joplin High School serving the area. The neighborhood is within walking distance of Schifferdecker Park, a 160-acre space offering amenities such as an aquatic center, golf course, sports courts, and picnic pavilions. For shopping and dining, residents can head to the nearby historic Route 66, known locally as Seventh Street, which features a Walmart Supercenter, fast-food chains, and local favorites like Woody's Wood-Fire Pizza Bar and Oven. Guitars Rock N' Country Bar provides nightlife with live music and dancing. Chitwood is a low-traffic area without sidewalks, making it walkable to local amenities, though driving is often necessary for longer trips. Downtown Joplin is 2.5 miles east, and Joplin Regional Airport, offering flights to Denver and Chicago, is 7 miles north. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, providing a relatively low crime risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chitwood a good place to live?
Chitwood is a good place to live. Chitwood is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Chitwood has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 40. The average household income is $57,305 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 14.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Chitwood are home owners, with 36.7% of residents renting and 63.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Chitwood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Chitwood neighborhood guide.
Is Chitwood, MO a safe neighborhood?
Chitwood, MO is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Chitwood?
The median home price in Chitwood is $483,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $96,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,510 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $108K a year to afford the median home price in Chitwood. The average household income in Chitwood is $57K.
What are the best public schools in Chitwood?
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Home Trends in Chitwood, MO
On average, homes in Chitwood, Joplin sell after 99 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Chitwood, Joplin over the last 12 months is $285,900, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$285,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$452,450
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$210,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,850,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$283
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median List Price
$483,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
