Why Live in Murphy and Leffen
Murphy and Leffen in Joplin, MO, is a quiet residential neighborhood located on Seventh Street, featuring smaller single-family homes, including Bungalows and Minimal Traditional styles averaging around 1,000 square feet. Many homes have been updated with new flooring and kitchens, maintaining a midcentury charm with front porches and well-maintained grassy yards. Mature trees provide an established feel and help buffer noise from nearby train tracks and traffic. Green spaces are easily accessible, with Campbell Parkway offering gravel trails for walking and running, and Ewert Park undergoing renovations to include a splash park, basketball court, and amphitheater. Local amenities include auto dealers, car service centers, shops, and restaurants along Seventh Street, with Walmart Neighborhood Market and Wings N More being popular stops. Downtown Joplin, a hub for shopping and dining, features unique spots like Hungry Monkey, known for its Hawaiian fusion cuisine. The neighborhood's central location is convenient for downtown events such as the Third Thursday street festival and First Friday WineShare. Residents benefit from a higher-than-average Walk Score, with some errands achievable on foot, and utilize the Sunshine Lamp Trolley blue route for transportation. Freeman Hospital West, a Level II trauma center, is about 4 miles south, and Joplin Regional Airport is 6 miles north. The neighborhood is served by the Joplin School District, with students attending various schools in the area.
