Why Live in Westpark
Westpark, located in Joplin, features a variety of home styles including ranch, bungalow, and Minimal Traditional homes, primarily built between the 1960s and 1990s. These homes average around 1,300 square feet and often require minor cosmetic updates. The neighborhood is known for its smaller front yards adorned with lawn ornaments and flower beds. Schifferdecker Park, one of Joplin's largest green spaces, is situated just north of Westpark and includes the Joplin Athletic Complex, Schifferdecker Golf Course, and an aquatic center with a lazy river and water slides. The park also offers a skate park, playground, and picnic areas. Seventh Street, which borders Westpark to the north, is a growing hub for shops and restaurants, including Los Primos Mexican Grill and a new Starbucks drive-through. For groceries and essentials, residents frequent the nearby Walmart, which provides delivery and curbside pickup services. Joplin's small size and grid layout make it easy to navigate, with the Red Route of the Sunshine Lamp Trolley service stopping on Seventh Street. Joplin Regional Airport, located 9 miles north, offers flights to major cities like Houston, Denver, and Chicago. While most events are held downtown, the Joplin Athletic Complex hosts a nighttime Easter egg hunt, and downtown Joplin features the monthly Third Thursday street festival and the Harry M. Cornell Arts and Entertainment Complex.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Westpark a good place to live?
Westpark is a good place to live. Westpark is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. It has a median age of 41. The average household income is $105,503 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 34% of residents. A majority of residents in Westpark are home owners, with 27.2% of residents renting and 72.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Westpark can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Westpark neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Westpark?
The median home price in Westpark is $159,999. If you put a 20% down payment of $32,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $810 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $35K a year to afford the median home price in Westpark. The average household income in Westpark is $106K.
What are the best public schools in Westpark?
The best public schools that serve Westpark are:
What are the best private schools in Westpark?
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Home Trends in Westpark, MO
On average, homes in Westpark, Joplin sell after 4 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Westpark, Joplin over the last 12 months is $159,949, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$159,949
Median Single Family Sale Price
$157,450
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$117
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$159,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%
