While the name Meadowvale may suggest country living, this community is located less than 5 miles northeast of the city center. With just over 100 homes, Meadowvale offers relaxed Missouri living close to major thoroughfares, green spaces and restaurants. "It's an up-and-coming area," says Hope Fick, a Realtor with Blondin Group who has experience in the community. "Homes here are slowly being converted from rentals to rehabs, and then being put on the market." These older properties typically sell for anywhere from the mid $100,000s to the low $200,000s, reflecting lower-than-average prices for the city and attracting first-time homebuyers, according to Fick. The community is also home to the new Legacy Farms subdivision, but in general, Fick says, "It's modest Midwestern housing."
Meadowvale is a unique blend of new construction and mid-century homes.
Most homes in Meadowvale sit on clear, level lots.
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Midcentury designs and new homes
In Meadowvale, homes sit on quarter-acre lots, flanking maple-lined streets often ending in cul-de-sacs. The older homes here were built in the '60s and '70s, and reflect ranch-styles and split-level designs complete with two-car garages. These properties typically cost between $150,000 and $220,000, which is lower than the city's median home price of $305,000. Meadowvale is also home to the Legacy Farms subdivision, which features contemporary single-family designs that range from $500,000 to $650,000, with added yearly HOA fees. The community is also home to contemporary townhouse styles, which cost between $250,000 and $300,000. In the past, both newer and older homes sold after less than a day on the market; however, on average, homes here sell after 22 days, nearly two times faster than the national average of 43 days.
The single family homes in Meadowvale are often shaded by the older trees in the neighborhood.
Contemporary single family homes like this bi-level are a common sight in Meadowvale.
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McKee Street Park, Indian Hills Park and more
McKee Street Park is within walking distance and boasts a playground, making it a go-to spot for children. Less than a mile away, Indian Hills Park features a fenced-in dog park and multiple playgrounds. It also boasts a par 54 disc golf course that winds through mature cedar and juniper trees. The course is home to the Mid-America Open Disc Golf Tournament, which is held each summer. It's also where the Columbia Disc Golf Club practices. For other options, the Lake of the Woods Recreation Area is just 3 miles east and is home to an 18-hole golf course. The recreation area also features a fishing lake stocked with catfish. There are plenty of other nearby green spaces, including Stephens Lake Park, a popular option among walkers and soccer players alike. In the warmer months, the lake is a go-to swimming spot.
Families love the playground at Indian Hills Park.
Have your next event under the pavilion at Indian Hills Park.
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B-rated Battle High and other Columbia Public Schools
Children can enroll in Columbia Public Schools, like Shepard Boulevard Elementary, which receives a B-minus rating from Niche. The school hosts themed events, including a Valentine's Day party with everything from snacks to festive crafts. From there, students head to C-plus-rated Lange Middle, which features both a tabletop games club and an art club. Then it's on to B-rated Muriel Williams Battle High, most commonly known as Battle High. The school features conservation and marketing electives. During football season, many residents come to watch the games. "The stands are packed," says Matthew McAdams, a longtime Columbia resident and Realtor with Hearth and Home Realty, "Football is big in Missouri, probably not as big as in Texas, but it's a big deal."
Muriel W. Battle High School is home to 1,581 students.
John B. Lange Middle School creates a welcoming environment for their students.
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Public transit, commutes to the city center and more
Go COMO's Blue Route offers 20-minute commutes to and from The District. For drivers, the city center is just over 4 miles away via Clark Lane and Paris Road. State Route 740 offers connections to major employers like the University of Missouri and MU Health Care, which are about 5 miles away. However, some residents work within the hospitality or industrial sectors. A number of hotels and industrial companies are just a few miles southwest of the community. U.S. Route 63 is just west, offering connections to the Columbia Regional Airport, nearly 14 miles away, and to Missouri's capital, Jefferson City, about 32 miles south. For other commutes, Interstate 70 runs just south of the community.
Meadowvale is a community away from the bustle of downtown.
Take a walk through the University of Missouri campus near Meadowvale.
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Nearby restaurants: George's Pizza and Steakhouse and more
Less than 2 miles away, George's Pizza and Steakhouse offers a casual dining environment complete with daily lunch specials and booth seating. The restaurant serves everything from gyros to locally made honey ice cream. Inside, there are Greek-inspired decorations, including stained glass art of the Parthenon. For other options, McAdams recommends Big Mama's Cafe, the 2022 and 2023 winner of the 'Best of Columbia' breakfast awards. He also suggests the Broadway Diner, which has been around since the late '60s. The diner has retained its retro vibe with red and white checkered flooring, bar seating and shiny red booths. Today, it serves breakfast classics, burgers and old-fashioned ice cream floats. For groceries, the Midwestern chain Schnucks is also less than 2 miles away, while an Aldi location is about 2 miles away.
Big Mamma's Cafe is the go to breakfast spot near Meadowvale.
George's Pizza & Steakhouse is a popular lunch spot in Meadowvale.
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Parks in this Area
McKee Street Park
Indian Hills Park
Transit
Airport
Columbia Regional
20 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Meadowvale
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Meadowvale Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Meadowvale, Columbia sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Meadowvale, Columbia over the last 12 months is $145,000, down 27% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$139,500
Median Sale Price
$145,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$129,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$145,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-27%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$126
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
106
Median Year Built
1968
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,452
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,236
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,325
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
481
Median Age
33
Population under 18
27.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,625
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,947
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
22%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.1%
% Population in Labor Force
59.2%
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®
24/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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