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Springfield’s beating Heart
Tucked between BNSF rail yards to the north and steel manufacturer Paul Mueller Co. to the south, Heart of the Westside beats in Springfield. “I lived there with my husband and child,” says Councilwoman Monica Horton, who represents Heart of the Westside and other Zone 1 neighborhoods on the Springfield City Council, “we loved to take walks in the neighborhood dreaming big about our future goals.” Featuring a convenient location close to downtown and major routes, affordable housing, and nearby jobs at BNSF, Purina Mills and other surrounding industry, Heart of the Westside offers opportunity and potential for growth.
Chestnut Expressway Runs Along the Southern Edge of the Heart of the Westside Neighborhood
A major employer with a long history in Springfield, BNSF is a big part of Heart of the Westside
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Home is where the Heart is
Compact and simple homes sit behind fences, lining the streets of the Heart of the Westside. Homes consist mainly of minimalist traditional designs, bungalows and ranch-style homes built in the early and mid-1900s, most offering under 1,000 square feet of space. On-street parking is common, with off-street parking spots generally being unpaved and garages being rare. This makes it a popular starter-home neighborhood, says Murney Associates Realtor Dustin Langston. “It’s a lower-price-point neighborhood in Springfield, if not one of the lowest. That would be a great spot for someone to find a home that is affordable.” Most homes in the neighborhood sell for in between $90,000 and $160,000, with new builds and fully renovated properties touching $200,000. Councilwoman Horton points out that the neighborhood is currently undergoing development, as modern townhouses are being constructed for further housing options.
Homes in the Heart of the Westside Neighborhood Include Brick Wood and Stone Facades
A Simple and Well Maintained Ranch Style Home in the Heart of the Westside Neighborhood
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Famous barbecue that represents the state
Residents fill up on smoked brisket and ribs at Missouri Mike’s BBQ & More, just outside the neighborhood. True to its name, Missouri Mike’s serves more than barbecue; its menu includes crisp chicken wings that captured the people’s choice award at annual Springfield buffalo wing festival Wingapalooza. Residents who want to cook at home will have to swing by Price Cutter or Wal-Mart for groceries – both are roughly 2 miles away, and Horton mentions that bringing a grocery store into the neighborhood is a current focus for her on city council.
Missouri Mike's award wining wings draw Heart of the Westside residents.
Donut in Heart of the Westside sometime come from Daylight Donuts on West Bypass.
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Convenience to the region
The Bus, run by CU Transit, provides public transportation to the neighborhood, stopping along Nichols. Quiet side streets make it a bikeable neighborhood, and residents can reach downtown on bike within minutes. A car is necessary for most errands though. Springfield-Branson National Airport is 5 miles northwest, generally less than a 10-minute drive, while emergency care is only 2 miles away at Cox North Hospital, making Heart of the Westside a conveniently located neighborhood.
Public transportation provides several bus stops inside Heart of the Westside.
Additional grocery options can be found at Cash Saver north of Heart of the Westside.
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Priceless school experiences
Most students in Heart of the Westside will attend York Elementary to start, although some will head to Bissett. The former gets a B-minus from Niche, while the latter earns a C-plus. Bissett students move to Westport for middle school, which gets a C rating; York students meanwhile progress to Pipkin Middle School, which earns a C-plus. One of eleven high schools in Missouri to offer the IB Diploma Programme, Central High School gets an A-minus from Niche – it’s also the highest-rated high school in Springfield.
The York Elementary School Located in the Heart of the Westside Neighborhood offers Kindergarten Through 5th Grade Education
Pipkin Middle School provides public education for students grades 6th through 8th.
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Downtown events a short trip away
Many of the neighborhood events are provided by the faith-based organizations in the neighborhood, says Councilwoman Horton, “Our family participated in summer and cultural activities provided by Deliverance Temple Ministries – it was important for our quality of life and sense of connectedness to the community.” Residents also participate in the events in Downtown Springfield put on by the city, like the annual Mayor’s Tree Lighting Holiday Show and the previously mentioned Wingapalooza every November.
Heart of the Westside is a short drive down Chestnut Expy to downtown Springfield.
The Deliverance Temple Ministries is an important part of the Heart of the Westside community.
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A park built for everyone
The heart of the Heart of the Westside is undoubtedly Nichols Park. “Nichols Park is where our child first learned to ride a bike and roller skate,” says Horton. Ringed by trees, the park features an innovative ADA-accessible playground so that all children, including those with disabilities, can play on its yellow swing set, glide down its blue slides and gaze through its interactive kaleidoscope. Well-kept green space features soccer and baseball fields as well as courts for tennis and pickleball.
Nichols Park Offers Heart of the Westside Resident's a Centrally Located Green Space for a Variety of Outdoor Activities
The Playground Equipment at Nichols Park is ADA Accessible for Children in the Heart of the Westside Neighborhood
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An involved association
The Heart of the Westside Neighborhood Association is heavily involved in the community. “The neighborhood has a welcoming neighborhood association where dues are only $5 a year and members come by and pickup brush, trash, and large unwanted furniture to keep the neighborhood attractive,” Horton mentions. It’s a sense of community that helps welcome new residents and create community amongst current homeowners.
The Heart of the Westside neighborhood is a surrounded by industry and major travel corridors.
Nichols Park offers Heart of the Westside resident's a green space for outdoor activity.
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Parks in this Area
Nichols Park
Tom Watkins Park
Birthplace of Route 66 Roadside Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Grant Beach Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Pool
Westport Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Zagonyi Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Transit
Airport
Springfield-Branson Ntl
18 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Heart of the Westside
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Heart of the Westside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Heart of the Westside, Springfield sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Heart of the Westside, Springfield over the last 12 months is $130,000, down 27% 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
3,505
Median Age
37
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$35,590
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$46,379
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.2%
College Graduates
5.4%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
21/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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