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Doling revs up for the future
From an active neighborhood association to weekend car shows on Kearney Street, one of the biggest assets Doling offers is the Midwest neighborly charm. "When I was a teenager, Kearney Street was bumper-to-bumper Friday nights and Saturday nights. Kearney Street died when the city passed an ordinance that cruising wasn’t allowed. Now it’s allowed once a month, and it’s revitalizing that area,” says Bernadean McAfee, owner of McAfee Real Estate Group LLC. Sitting amongst tall, leafy maples in the northern part of Springfield, this mostly residential neighborhood sits right on Interstate 44 for direct access to St. Louis while having amenities just across the road.
Ranch homes line a neighborhood street in Doling Park.
Bystanders look over a classic car on Kearney Street just outside the Doling Park neighborhood.
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Reflections of the housing boom
Doling features many home styles that reflect the population boom of the midcentury, with single-level ranch-style homes, bungalows, and some American traditional foursquare homes making up much of the inventory. Most feature off-street parking, and many also include a garage or carport. As McAfee points out, the value of these older homes depends on how well they’ve been maintained or renovated. Two- and three-bedroom homes generally sell in the range of $100,000 to $175,000, while updated historic homes sporting upgrades like granite countertops, modernized utilities and master suites can fetch $220,000 and up.
Older craftsman and ranch style homes line a street in the Doling Park neighborhood.
A minimal traditional style home in the Doling Park neighborhood surrounded by trees.
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Easy access to Springfield and beyond
Well-maintained sidewalks and fairly quiet internal streets help to make Doling walkable and bikeable, although most homes keep at least one car for errands. Public transportation is spotty, with CU Transit’s The Bus services having some stops in Doling. Directly west of Doling, Springfield-Branson National Airport is 7 miles away, generally less than a 15-minute drive. Less than 2 miles south of Doling, Cox North Hospital offers 24-hour emergency care.
City Utilities runs a public transportation system with several stops in and around Doling.
Public transportation makes getting around the Doling neighborhood more convenient.
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Hillcrest Hornets hit homers
Students in Doling are served by the Springfield Public Schools, and there are different feeder patterns from the neighborhood. Some students will attend Watkins Elementary School, progressing to Reed Middle School. Others will attend Fremont Elementary, then move on to middle school at Pleasant View Middle School. Both elementary schools are graded C or better by Niche, while both middle schools earn a B-minus. All the students from Doling come together to wrap up their schooling at Hillcrest High School, which earns a C grade from Niche. Hillcrest is known for its baseball program, which was inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame in 2014. Private school options include Dayspring Chistiran School and Greenwood Laboratory School.
Hillcrest High School in north Springfield provides public education for 9th through 12th grades
Students are greeted by a stainless steel wall mural at the entrance to Fremont Elementary School in the Doling Park neighborhood.
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Family-owned and local focus
Kearney Street Café gets the day started right with breakfast favorites like cinnamon swirl sandwiches loaded with sausage, eggs and cheese. El Taco, part of the Mexican Villa family of shops across Springfield, has been a fixture on Kearney Stret since the early 1960s. Family-owned, they’ve been serving Tex-Mex favorites up for Doling residents across three generations. Also nearby is Whole Hog Café, an outpost of a small chain dishing out award-winning Memphis-style barbecue including pulled pork, beef brisket, and mouthwatering ribs. Each end of the neighborhood is anchored by a Walmart Supercenter for groceries and daily needs, while the nearby Lowe’s has everything a homeowner needs to maintain their property.
Doling residents hop over to Kearney Street Cafe for a hot serving of local comfort food.
Tacos are on order at Mexican Villa's El Taco just outside Doling.
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Rebirth of an amusement park
Once home to an amusement park that drew visitors from the famed Route 66, Doling Park is now the community’s central green space. Tall shade trees, covered picnic tables and walking paths surround Doling Lake, while a gym, game room and indoor aquatics center offer recreation. Some of the old park has been reuses – like the old skating rink that has been transformed into the Doling History Museum. More adventurous park goers can explore Giboney Cave but will have to make sure to bring a flashlight and look out for bats. Just north of Doling, at Dickerson Park Zoo is home to animals native to five continents, including black bears, Malayan tigers and maned wolves.
Doling Park in the north central part of Springfield is home to the Doling Family Center and Northview Senior Center.
The opening of Giboney Cave inside Doling Park is highlighted by a flowing creek.
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A long running fair for the whole family
Just across U.S. Route 44, Ozark Empire Fairgrounds hosts events all year round, from holiday events to beerfests to state sports championships. The highlight that everyone from Doling goes to is the Ozark Empire Fair, a 10-day fair running annually at the end of July that features nationally touring musicians, bull riding, monster trucks, livestock display, and of course fair food. On a regular basis, locals get together to show off their cars along Kearney Street. “We have cruising night once a month. People bring their classic cars. Others get their chairs, and they line up on the streets," says McAfee.
Bystanders watch cars pass on Kearney Street near the Doling Park neighborhood.
A classic car cruises along Kearney Street as onlookers watch.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Doling Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Doling, Springfield sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Doling, Springfield over the last 12 months is $185,000, up 113% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Adorable, Move-In Ready Home with Major Updates! Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home that's truly move-in ready! Featuring a brand-new roof, fresh paint throughout, and beautiful luxury plank flooring, this home offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, and peace of mind. The primary bedroom features a private half bath! The spacious kitchen comes fully equipped with all
Welcome home to this charming and cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow! From the inviting front porch, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing in the evening, to the spacious backyard ideal for entertaining family and friends, this home offers comfort inside and out. Recent updates include a new roof and new water heater, giving you added peace of mind. The home also features a 1-car
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Welcome to this cute house on a nice big lot. This split floor plan house features special touches that make it ''The one'' for you. The beautiful bathroom has been remodeled with a tiled walk-in shower. The spacious kitchen has solid surface countertops and the cabinets redone. It also has a recently added walk-in closet in one of the bedrooms. You will love the surround sound the living room
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Property is being sold in an as-is condition, and the condition is unknown and may include defects, possible health or safety hazards, or debris, or be located in a Special Flood Hazard Area. Proof of Funds Required. The seller requires that the high bidder be able to demonstrate proof of funds or financing pre-qualification within 24 hours of the auction. Buyer must obtain a pre-qualification
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North Terrace Apartments is a great place to call home! While located near a variety of retail, shopping, dining, and entertainment venues, it is tucked away in a cozy residential corner in a mature neighborhood. Offering a variety of townhome and apartment floor plans, amenities include Partial Utilities Paid, Cable TV and Internet Availability, On Site Laundry, Responsive, On Site Management,
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3 bedroom 2 Bathroom, 1 Carport . It includes W/D hookups, Central heat & Air, Master Bedroom includes a bathroom with a walk in closet, hardwood floors throughout the house, ceiling fans, huge front and backyard.This Property DOES NOT Come with any appliances, if they are in the property upon move in you may use them but if they break or stop working we will not fix/replace the
2 bedroom | 1 Bathroom Home | Pets Welcome! Appliances provided:StoveDishwasher Microwave** Washer/dryer hookups available.Due at lease signing:First month’s rent ($895)Rental deposit ($895)Pet fees, nonrefundable ($250 per pet, if applicable)Application Fee ($25/per adult applicant due at time of lease signing, if accepted— prescreening application
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