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A quiet Columbia community
In Shepard Boulevard, residents can walk to the elementary school, a neighborhood park and the local bar. This proximity to go-to neighborhood spots is one reason local Realtor Jane Boles with RE/MAX says people come to the community. Despite not having sidewalks, "there's not so much traffic, so there is no problem walking in the streets," adds another local Realtor with RE/MAX, Nancy Holliday. With the exception of a few churches and offices, the community is primarily residential. "It's kind of like the country," Holliday says, pointing to the spacious lawns the neighborhood is best known for. Yet, this suburban community is just a few miles from the University of Missouri (Mizzou) and downtown Columbia, known as The District. With a convenient location and a multifaceted appeal, "people have lived here for a long time," Holliday says.
Shepard Boulevard is a neighborhood characterized by a dense canopy of trees and asphalt roads.
Head over to University of Missouri near Shepard Boulevard for a nice place to relax and read.
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Midcentury homes
Mainly built from the 1950s through the 1970s, Shepard Boulevard offers a number of midcentury designs. "Homes that are [east, getting] closer to Shepard Boulevard Elementary are a little bit smaller," Boles says. These homes are ranch-styles and split-levels that sit on a quarter of an acre. They range from $250,000 to $400,000. On the west side, many homes sit on half an acre or more, reflecting Colonial Revival, midcentury modern and New Traditional designs. Some of these properties abut one of two lakes, a location that makes them the community's most expensive homes. Prices range from $350,000 to $800,000, with waterfront properties usually costing upwards of $550,000.
Shepard Boulevard consists of many styles of homes, most of which hide behind large trees.
Painted brick Ranchers are a popular style of home in Shepard Boulevard.
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Shepard Boulevard Elementary, Jefferson Middle and David H. Hickman High
Children can enroll in Columbia Public Schools, which Niche ranks as the best district in the area. They can start at Shepard Boulevard Elementary, which students often walk to, according to Boles. It serves just over 500 students and receives a B-minus rating from Niche. Students can continue learning at Jefferson Middle, an A-minus-rated 'STEAM Academy.' The school features the JMS Zoo, where students learn to care for animals like guinea pigs. From there, students can head to A-minus-rated David H. Hickman High School, which Niche ranks as the No. 2 public high school in the area. The school features agriculture and computer science electives.
Shepard Boulevard Elementary School is the home of the Stallions.
Jefferson Middle School is the third best middle school in Columbia.
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Shepard Park, Stephens Lake Park and more
Shepard Park is a go-to community green space where children have fun on the playground and soccer players challenge their friends to matches. Just north, Stephens Lake Park offers everything from waterfront paved pathways to fishing opportunities. In the summertime, the park is filled with people wanting to cool off in the water. In the winter, the freezing weather offers ideal conditions for ice skating. Winding along the park's south side, the Hinkson Creek Trail has become popular among joggers and walkers alike. For hikers, the Grindstone Nature Area offers miles of trails that meander through forested areas and prairie land. For more options, the Rock Bridge Memorial State Park's hiking trails are less than 10 miles south.
Kids love the unique and updated playground at Shepard Park.
Stephens Lake Park is the crown jewel of the Columbia's park system and home to an 11 acre lake.
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McGinty's Pub, Murry's and more
The community is home to McGinty's Pub, a dive bar complete with everything from karaoke nights to over 20 beers on tap. For nighttime dining, there's Murry's nearby, a longtime Columbia staple known for its live jazz music. It's also popular for its a la carte menu. For more options, The District also offers a selection of culinary flavors. There are breakfast classics at Cafe Berlin, New Orleans-inspired fare at Glenn's Cafe and classic pies at Shakespeare's Pizza. For groceries, Sam's Club and Hy-Vee locations are just north. The Columbia Mall is about 6 miles east.
Residents of Shepard Boulevard love the 22 choices of beer on tap at McGinty's Bar.
Local favorite Sparky's near Shepard Boulevard serves home made ice cream.
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Distance from The District, Mizzou and more
Shepard Boulevard is just 3 miles from The District. The city center is accessible by car or by foot via Old U.S. 63 and East Broadway Street or by bike via the Hinkson Creek Trail. By bus, The District is a 15-minute ride away via Go COMO's Green Route. Major employers like Mizzou, MU Health Care and Boone Hospital Center are all less than 2 miles away. The Columbia Regional Airport is about 11 miles away via U.S. Route 63. That route also connects the community to Jefferson City, which is just under 30 miles away.
Enjoy the walking streets of downtown Columbia near Shepard Boulevard.
Use the Go CoMo bus system to go to and from Shepard Boulevard.
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Football games, the Columbia Farmers Market and the Missouri Jazz Music Festival
Residents interested in cheering on the Mizzou Tigers will appreciate their proximity to Memorial Stadium, which is just 2 miles away. Since Columbia is anchored by the university's presence, football games are the city's largest event. However, there are other gatherings, including the year-round Columbia Farmers Market, whose summer season runs from April through October on Saturdays. When September rolls around, the annual Missouri Jazz Music Festival is held in Rose Park, an outdoor venue in the North Central Columbia community.
Enjoy the year round Columbia Farmers Market near Shepard Boulevard.
Residents of Shepard Boulevard and beyond love attending the Division 1 Mizzou Tigers games.
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Shepard Boulevard Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Shepard Boulevard, Columbia sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Shepard Boulevard, Columbia over the last 12 months is $364,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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