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Grant Beach is sand-free
Grant Beach was named after Grant Avenue and a lake that acted as the community beach. Although the neighborhood no longer has sandy shores, the swimming pool in Grant Beach Park gives residents a summer destination to enjoy together. Locals can spend hours walking around the park, exploring the Railroad Historical Museum or volunteering at one of the community gardens. “Some people we’ve rented homes to seek out areas like Grant Beach. There’s more of a city life feel with all the old buildings and being close to the art scene downtown,” says Stepanie Tilton Reid, a Realtor with Sturdy Real Estate who has over 21 years of experience. When residents want an adventure outside the neighborhood, they travel 2 miles south to downtown Springfield.
Grant Beach is located just north and west of downtown Springfield.
Grant Beach is a small, established neighborhood in close proximity with Springfield downtown.
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Short drives and CU Transit rides
The Grant Beach neighborhood is 2 miles north of downtown Springfield, so residents only have about a 5-minute drive when they need to commute to work or celebrate the Birthplace of Route 66 Festival. Others can be at Springfield-Branson National Airport after a 12-minute drive. CU Transit buses run through the neighborhood for those who prefer public transportation. Cyclists might ride along the bike lane that stretches down West Nichols Street.
Public transportation makes getting around Grant Beach more convenient.
Grant Beach residents have an easy drive to downtown Springfield on Chestnut Expressway.
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Ordering barbecue at Pappy's Place
“I’ve heard lots of feedback about people liking being close to downtown, the breweries and the artistic flair downtown has,” Reid says. Pappy’s Place on the corner of West Nichols Street and North Main Avenue has been serving juicy barbecue and live music since 1926. Some grab a burger for lunch at Lindberg’s Tavern on West Commercial Street or catch up with friends over brunch at Big Momma’s Coffee & Espresso Bar. Residents can also head north to the Price Cutter when they need to stock up on groceries. Dollar General sits along West Division Street for last-minute needs.
Pappy's Place is a small diner with a long history in Grant Beach.
Grant Beach residents can make a quick grocery run to a nearby Price Cutter.
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Bungalows on every corner
As one of Springfield’s older neighborhoods, home prices are generally lower in nearby areas. “I've met neighbors who grew up in the area and lived there forever, and they’re proud of their street,” Reid says. Bungalows, duplexes and Craftsman-style homes spend less than a month on the market and can sell for $135,000 to almost $300,000. Most feature paved driveways for uncovered parking, so residents don’t have to worry about parked cars clogging the slim streets. Grant Beach residents also live in homes with wide front porches, two bedrooms and large front yards. Skinny sidewalks with grass growing through the cracks run throughout the neighborhood for locals to use during a morning jog or while walking furry friends. “Springfield has multiple grants to help first-time homeowners with closing costs and existing residents with renovations,” says Amanda Gold, owner of Exceed Homes with Keller Williams who grew up in the Springfield area.
Bungalows and craftsman style homes add variety to the architecture found in Grant Beach.
A well maintained older home located in the Grant Beach neighborhood.
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Grant Beach Park has a history of fun
Residents of all ages visit Grant Beach Park to walk around the paved walking trails, have fun on the playground or cool off at the community pool. The Railroad Historical Museum, which sits near the playground and pool, offers free admission to see a historic train and other pieces of history.
The heart of this neighborhood is the Hovey House, which serves as a community center and the home of the Grant Beach Neighborhood Association. Outside of the Hovey House, the Grant Beach Community Garden provides a space where residents come together to reconnect with nature and each other while growing their own fresh produce.
The Grant Beach neighborhood is one of Springfield's oldest neighborhoods.
The Grant Beach Park pool sits ready for residents to splash and play.
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Drew Lewis Foundation improves the area
Community enrichment groups like the Hand in Hand Multicultural Center, Boys and Girls Clubs of Springfield-Henderson Unit and Grant Beach Neighborhood Association work to bring residents together with group events. “The Drew Lewis Foundation organized the Blue House Project to build three-bedroom Craftsman-style homes starting at $135,000 to help first-time homeowners find their place in Grant Beach. The project is scheduled to finish in 2025,” Gold says.
The Fairbanks is an important hub of activity in the Grant Beach neighborhood.
Hovey House in Grant Beach is home to a community garden.
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Joining the Bulldog pack at Central High
Weaver Elementary School, north of Grant Beach Park, earns a B-minus from Niche. After learning at Weaver Elementary, kids move on to Pipkin Middle School, which gets a C-plus, before attending Central High School. Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs at Central High can choose from a long list of school clubs, including the MUSE Literary Magazine or the Culinary Team. Niche gives Central High an A-minus.
Weaver Elementary School offers public education for students Kindergarten through 5th grades.
Central High School is one of Springfield's highest rated public schools.
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Learning nursing at Cox College
Cox North Hospital is less than a mile from the neighborhood, just east down Lynn Street, and features the Cox College for nursing. Grant Beach has nine different churches in the area, and the Embassy of Hope is the central campus for the Evangel Temple of Christian Center. They host ParkFest events every Sunday from June through September to welcome anyone who would like a free lunch and opportunities to meet other community members.
Just outside the Grant Beach neighborhood is the Cox North Hospital.
A small church is one of a handful found throughout the Grant Beach neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
Lafayette Park
Football
Picnic Area
Soccer
Park Central Square
Events
Nichols Park
Birthplace of Route 66 Roadside Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Grant Beach Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Pool
Founders Park
Events
Amphitheater
Transit
Airport
Springfield-Branson Ntl
19 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Grant Beach
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Grant Beach Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Grant Beach, Springfield sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Grant Beach, Springfield over the last 12 months is $465,000, down 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,711
Median Age
35
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,976
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$49,430
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
78.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
13.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.2%
% Population in Labor Force
60.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
67/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
46/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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