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Joplin suburb near KCU's Medical School, Freeman Hospital West
Located in Joplin's southwest quadrant, Blendville South is one piece of the city's recovery story following the destructive 2011 tornado. This neighborhood blends older homes on the north half with newer homes on the south side, part of the tornado path. The reality show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition participated in the recovery effort, building seven homes for seven families. Today the neighborhood is once again a thriving area walkable to a neighborhood green space and local restaurants on Main Street. It's also convenient to Kansas City University's Osteopathic Medical School and Freeman Hospital West, both situated just south. "Medical students are here for three years and they like to be as close to the school as possible," says Tammy Trimble, Realtor with Keller Williams Elevate and Joplin resident for about 35 years.
Several homes in Blendville South were built by the Extreme Home Makeover television show.
Kansas City University has a campus located just outside Blendville South.
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Homes with character from the 19th century through today
Blendville South has single-family homes arranged into neat grids. Twenty-fourth Street is a dividing line between the older and newer properties. To the north are gable-front bungalows with front porches, dating as far back as the late 19th century. New construction is popping up throughout the neighborhood as older houses are torn down to make way for new ones. On the south side are New Traditional properties built after 2011, some of which have driveways and attached two-car garages. Whether old or new, homes tend to sit close to the street with a small strip of grass out front. Sidewalks are a few steps out the front door, leading north and south through the neighborhood. The seven Extreme Makeover homes add some architectural intrigue to South Connor Avenue. Each has a different theme, from "beach" to "feng shui." "Each one of them has a very unique look," Trimble says. "It makes for a neat street — there's nothing cookie-cutter about it." Prices range from $150,000 to $250,000.
A large, older home sits under large trees as survivors of the 2011 tornado.
Blendville South is filled with recently constructed homes in the aftermath of the 2011 tornado.
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Cunningham Park is a favorite place to play
Cunningham Park has been the go-to green space in this neighborhood since the early 1900s. Extreme Makeover helped rebuild the park after it was destroyed by the tornado. Today, two playgrounds offer different ways to play, with tall towers and twisty slides and a pretend cityscape. The aquatic center has a public pool with several twisty slides and a shallower pool for younger kids to splash around. Paved pathways wind around the park's open grassy spaces and water features, offering a space to exercise or reflect. The park has various tributes to the victims, volunteers and survivors of the tornado, including a water feature with 38 segments, representing the number of minutes the tornado touched the ground.
Residents enjoy the many water features found at Cunningham Park.
Cunningham Park is home to a number of memorials dedicated to the 2011 Joplin tornado.
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Career academies at Joplin High
Students are part of the Joplin School District, which earns an overall B-minus, but they may fall under one of two pipelines, depending on their location in the neighborhood. Students on the west side may start out at Cecil Floyd Elementary before moving on to North Middle. Both schools earn a C-plus. Alternatively, students on the east side may start out at Irving Elementary, which earns a C-plus, before moving on to South Middle, which earns a B. Regardless of location, Joplin students typically graduate from Joplin High, which earns a C-plus. There, teens may choose between five career academies including Health Services, Arts and Communication and Human Services.
Kansas City University-Joplin became Missouri's first medical school campus in almost 50 years when it opened in 2017. The school has Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine, Biosciences and Dental Medicine on one campus, located less than a mile south.
Students at Cecil Floyd Elementary School attend grades K through 5.
Joplin North Middle School students go on to attend Joplin High School.
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Local staples on Main Street
Bordering the neighborhood's east side, Main Street is a walkable spot for local restaurants. Here, Tropicana Bar & Grill serves hearty burgers and lighter options such as ahi tuna salad. Dude's Daylight Donuts is a popular spot for a breakfast treat or dessert, with hot or iced coffee and assorted pastries, including the popular maple bars. More dining options open up heading north along Main toward downtown. About 1.5 miles north, Hungry Monkey is a local favorite, serving island-style poke bowls with a choice of protein, sauce and vegetables. Grocery stores are also close by, including Walmart Neighborhood Market and Aldi, both bordering the neighborhood's southwest corner.
Blendville South residents enjoy the laid back atmosphere of Tropicana Bar and Grill.
Aldi is another convenient grocery option for Blendville South residents.
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Art for sale at the annual Joplin Arts Fest
Blendville South is not far from Joplin's downtown events. These include monthly festivities such as Third Thursday, where six blocks of Main Street turn into a city-wide celebration. Thousands of visitors show up each month to walk the street and peruse handcrafted goodies from over 100 vendors. There are also annual special events such as Joplin Arts Fest in September, taking place at the Cornell Complex, which opened in 2022. It's a place to shop for pottery, woodwork, paintings and much more by artists from across the country.
Main Street a straight shot to downtown Joplin
Thanks to its location along Main Street, this neighborhood offers an easy commute downtown. Main Street leads directly to the city center, less than 2 miles north. Thanks to sidewalks, this is also a walkable neighborhood, although they're more common on north-south streets than east-west streets. Public transportation is lacking in Joplin, which discontinued its trolley service in 2022. The city does provide rides on demand via the Metro Area Public Transit System.
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Parks in this Area
Cunningham Park
Mercy Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Blendville South
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Blendville South Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Blendville South, Joplin sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Blendville South, Joplin over the last 12 months is $468,000, up 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
REMODELED!! Cute home with fenced yard. Updated windows, light fixtures, bathroom cabinets and fixture's, flooring and paint. Two car detached garage. Half Basement for storm shelter.
Steven Steve JohnsonKELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ELEVATE
Updated electrical service and breaker box, all PEX plumbing. Water company to replace water supply line soon, as part of city wide renewal. Most all new vinyl windows. Nice storm shelter, storage shed. Cement slab for carport or detached garage. Check out a great deal on this house.
Charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home comfortable living area, and roomy kitchen. Enjoy a private primary suite, large backyard,dog run, storm shelter for added safety, and a storage shed for extra space. Perfect for comfortable, secure family living!
Conveniently located near KCU, this modern apartment offers easy access to campus and local amenities. Enjoy a comfortable living space with a dedicated bedroom, kitchen and bathroom. Unit comes with all major appliances including washer and dryer. Ground level units are pet friendly (30lbs and under full grown). Property has high speed fiber internet that can be purchased. Resident will
For lease. Not for sale. Stunning 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms centrally located in Joplin. This 1,230 sq. ft. residence features modern LVT flooring throughout with soft carpeted bedrooms. The kitchen showcases stainless steel appliances, unique concrete countertops, and built-in bar seating that seamlessly connects to the spacious living area. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and
J. Lowe & Associates, Judy LoweKELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ELEVATE
For lease. Not for sale. This charming freestanding home features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Carpeted flooring throughout, washer and dryer hook up, Exterior features a covered front porch, storage shed, fenced in back yard perfect for outdoor relaxation and entertainment with an attached carport for off street parking. The comfortable layout offers affordable living at $1050 monthly. Available
J. Lowe & Associates, Judy LoweKELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ELEVATE
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,295
Median Age
34
Population under 18
27.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$34,774
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$40,598
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.8%
College Graduates
18%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.2%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
54/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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