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A historic Black community
From the turn of the century into the early 1960s, Douglass Park residents strolled in and out of local barber shops, met up at pool halls and gathered at neighborhood bars after work. These establishments made up Sharp End, a now-defunct commercial district that once defined daily life for residents in nearby communities like Douglass Park. The district faced redevelopment and many of the businesses shut down. Today, locals are trying to honor the area's rich history with new projects like the African American Heritage Trail. Many of the neighborhood’s residents have lived here for years, continuing to celebrate its rich history; however, newer residents often point to Douglass Park’s lower-than-average home prices and its proximity to the city center, known as The District, as additional reasons to buy here.
A less expensive-than-average housing market
In Douglass Park, ranch-style homes and bungalows sit side by side, flanking sidewalk-lined streets laid out in a grid formation. Most properties do not feature garages, so street parking is common here. These homes typically sit on modest lots and were built between the 1930s and '60s. While a number of them have received updates, many have not. Depending on their size and condition, homes can range in price from $100,000 to $180,000. The median sales price for a single-family home here is $120,000. This is significantly lower than the city's median price of $305,000, making Douglass Park one of the more affordable neighborhoods in the area and attractive to first-time home buyers. Douglass Park is also home to multiple apartment complexes, including Oak Towers, which features renovated units designated for residents 55 years of age and older. Buyers should be aware that some homes around Flat Branch Creek receive higher-than-average Flood Factor Scores.
Douglass Park is a neighborhood located in central Columbia.
Homes in Douglass Park are surrounded by tall trees.
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The African American Heritage Trail and Douglass Park
At the heart of the Douglass Park neighborhood is its namesake park, a central gathering space. The park features an outdoor pool, basketball courts, baseball fields and a skate park. The Heritage Trail, a walking path connecting more than two dozen historic locations, runs through the area. “Most of the African American Heritage Trail's stops are not on an actual trail — they're on city sidewalks. As you're walking, you'll pass through important buildings and historic places in our city,” says Gabe Huffington, Columbia's parks and recreation director. Dedicated in 1939, Douglass Park is the most visited location on the trail. Beyond the namesake park, Stephens Lake Park offers swimming and fishing in its 11-acre lake, multiple playgrounds and trails across about 115 acres.
The African American Heritage Trail runs throughout Douglass Park.
Douglass Park also has a small playground
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Shiloah, Flat Branch Pub & Brewing and The Shops at Sharp End
Douglass Park's location offers easy access to The District's many restaurants, including Shiloah, a sports bar serving up American fare. It's popular during the warmer months when the patio is open for dining. Also offering American cuisine is the Flat Branch Pub & Brewing restaurant, which serves everything from burgers to brick oven pizzas. It also features over 50 beers on tap to choose from. For groceries, Douglass Park is conveniently less than 2 miles from Gerbes, Schnucks and an Aldi location. The community is also near The Shops at Sharp End. "The Shops at Sharp End is a retail incubator — it's like a startup where people can sell their products before they get to the point where they can have brick-and-mortar locations," says Tanisha Simpson, the shops' retail manager. Inside, the wall painted with the slogan "Honor the past, shop the future" showcases how patrons can learn about Sharp End's history while supporting local businesses, including the Black Tea Bookshop and Designs by Neisha.
The Shops at Sharp End is just one of many local shops in Douglass Park.
Flat Branch Pub & Brewery is a popular restaurant in Douglass Park.
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Juneteenth celebrations at Douglass Park
Each year, Columbia hosts a couple of celebrations at Douglass Park to commemorate Juneteenth. In the past, there was a DJ in Douglass Park event, which featured a curated selection of tunes, including R&B and Reggae classics. Douglass Park also hosted 'Break the Chains,' an event where locals brought out their lawn chairs and enjoyed everything from a fashion show to a dance performance. There were also food trucks and live music offerings. In addition, the annual Juneteenth parade culminates at Douglass Park, where participants then gather to enjoy lunch.
A-minus-rated Hickman High and other public schools
Most children here enroll in Columbia Public Schools. They can start at Grant Elementary, which receives a B rating from Niche, and because many students live under a mile away, they often walk to and from school. The school also features several extracurriculars, including a book club and a language club. From there, students head to A-minus-rated Jefferson Middle, the No. 3 public middle school in the area, as rated by Niche. The school is known for its STEAM programs and is also home to the JMS Zoo, where students can volunteer to take care of lizards, fish and snakes. Then, it’s on to A-minus-rated Hickman High, which Niche ranks as the No. 2 public high school in the area. The school is home to the Hickman Review, an art and literary magazine that students curate and publish.
Jefferson Middle School is the third best middle school in Columbia.
David H. Hickman High School is home to 2,044 students.
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Commutes to The District, University of Missouri and more
By car or by foot, The District is about a mile away via North Providence Road and East Broadway. By bike, locals can take East Ash Street to get downtown. The Go COMO's Gold Route is a public transit option that offers 5-minute bus rides to and from the city center. North Providence Road bisects the neighborhood and provides connections to major employers like the University of Missouri (less than a mile away) and MU Health Care, about 2 miles away. Many residents here also work in the industrial or hospitality sectors — with multiple employers, including Weaver Manufacturing Inc. and more than 10 hotels, also less than 5 miles east, along U.S. Route 63. This route also offers connections to the Columbia Regional Airport, about 15 miles south; while Interstate 70 and Route 63 connect the community to the state capital of Jefferson City, which is about 33 miles south.
Crime
Buyers should be aware that Douglass Park receives a CAP Index Crime Score of 7 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4.
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Crime and Safety
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Douglass Park
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
7
4
Crime Score
9
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Douglass Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Douglass Park, Columbia sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Douglass Park, Columbia over the last 12 months is $179,500, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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