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An established Columbia neighborhood
College Park gets its name from its location just 2 miles from the University of Missouri. However, this residential community is better known for offering its residents established suburban living about 3 miles from the city center. Here, residents can bike or walk under the shade of towering oak trees along streets that often spread into cul-de-sacs. While almost entirely residential, College Park is home to Russell Boulevard Elementary and the go-to neighborhood green space, Kiwanis Park. "Neighborhood parks become gems of the communities they're in," says Gabe Huffington, the city's parks and recreation director. "When people go to their neighborhood park, they think, 'This is Columbia; this is why I moved here.'"
The Grind Coffee House - Forum is a local favorite in College Park.
CC's City Broiler in College Park is an upscale american restaurant and bar offering steaks, seafood and fine wines.
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Ranch-style, split-level and bi-level homes
In College Park, homes flank wide, sloping streets lined with oak and maple trees. Most were built between the 1960s and '80s, reflecting ranch-style, split-level or bi-level designs with garages. There are also some midcentury modern homes in the community. A number of these homes have red brick facades and sit on over a quarter of an acre of land. Prices typically range from $250,000 to $400,000, depending on the property's size and condition. "I do not typically encourage major renovations unless it is going to majorly impact the price because, typically, the amount of money that goes in is not what you get out in this area," says local Realtor Dara Williams with Weichert Realtors. Prospective buyers should be aware that many homes along Radcliffe Drive and to the west of College Park Drive receive higher-than-average Flood Factor Scores, largely due to the streets' topography.
Homes in College Park are shaded by large oaks that line the streets and backyards.
Ranch homes with two car garages are most prevalent in College Park.
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Russell Boulevard Elementary, West Middle and Hickman High
College Park students can enroll in Columbia Public Schools and begin at Russell Boulevard Elementary, which receives a B rating from Niche and is within half a mile of homes here. The school's PTA is very involved, helping to plan everything from a Taylor Swift spirit week for Teacher Appreciation Week to a fun run. From there, most students continue to B-minus-rated West Middle, home to extracurriculars like a yearly musical, kindness club and yearbook club. Students can finish at A-minus Hickman High, rated by Niche as the No. 2 school in the area. The school offers a range of electives, from woodworking to conservation coursework.
West Middle School is home to 617 students.
David H. Hickman High School is home to 2,044 students.
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Kiwanis Park, Cosmo Park and the MKT Trail
College Park is within 3 miles of some of the city's most popular green spaces, which Huffington points to as a major draw to the area. "Many other cities have large areas of green space outside their neighborhoods, but Columbia had some forethought to preserve those spaces within communities," he says. Kiwanis Park is within walking and biking distance of many neighborhood homes. The park spans 20 acres with a mile-long trail that meanders through towering sycamore and maple trees. Russell Boulevard Elementary, located next to the park, has outdoor basketball courts and a playground. Three miles to the north, Cosmo Park, the city's largest, is a sports hub with soccer fields, sand volleyball courts and the L. A. Nickell Golf Course. Two miles away, the multiuse MKT Trail spans nearly 9 miles.
Enjoy an afternoon walk through the MKT Trail near College Park.
Locals come to Kiwanis Park to relax and enjoy the scenery in this thickly forested park surrounded by homes.
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The District's nearby restaurants: Glenn's Cafe, Flat Branch Pub & Brewing and more
Williamson recommends dining in The District for its variety and local focus. Glenn's Cafe is Cajun-Creole influenced, with a menu that includes jambalaya and blackened redfish. At Cafe Poland, owner Iwona Galjska makes and serves every dish. "All the produce is local, and I try to buy organic," she says. "The customers are like my family. I've known some for many years, and people always come back here — even travelers." Flat Branch Pub & Brewing opened in the mid-1990s, making it the city's first of its kind following the repeal of Prohibition. Nearby grocery stores include Gerbes and Schnucks, which are about a mile away.
Have a relaxing drink downtown at Top Ten Wines near College Park.
For an elevated dining experience, head to Glenn's Cafe near College Park.
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Just 3 miles to The District, 2 miles to the University of Missouri
The District is about 3 miles away via West Broadway or a 15-minute ride on Go COMO's Red Route — there are bus stops just about a mile north of the community. Major employers are also nearby. Residents can take state Route 740 to the University of Missouri (about 2 miles away), MU Health Care (about 3 miles away) and the Boone Hospital Center (about 4 miles away). For farther commutes, major thoroughfares are also just a few miles away. Interstate 70 is located about 3 miles north, while U.S. Route 63 is about 5 miles to the east. State Route 740 and Route 63 offer connections to the state capital, Jefferson City (about 33 miles south), and to the Columbia Regional Airport (about 14 miles south).
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Parks in this Area
Kiwanis Park
Westwinds Park
Clary-Shy Community Park
Fairview Park
Transit
Airport
Columbia Regional
21 min drive
College Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in College Park, Columbia sell after 157 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in College Park, Columbia over the last 12 months is $332,000, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
GREAT CENTRAL LOCATION CLOSE TO SCHOOLS, SHOPPING AND BUS ROUTE. UPPER LEVEL FEATURES LARGE LIVING ROOM AND KITCHEN, 3 BEDROOMS AND A DINING SPACE. LOWER LEVEL IS FINISHED AND HAS LARGE REC AND FAMILY ROOM, PLENTY OF STORAGE AND AN OFFICE AREA THAT COULD SERVE AS A 4TH BEDROOM. LARGE FENCED YARD WITH MATURE TREES.
Interested in learning more about homes in this neighborhood?
Reach out to
Kim Stockstill,
an experienced agent in this area.
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
502
Median Age
42
Population under 18
24.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,979
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$125,034
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.7%
College Graduates
78.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
44.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
5''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
15/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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