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Parkcrest

Parkcrest

Suburban Neighborhood in Springfield, Missouri

Greene County 65807, 65810

$257,499 Average Value
$161 Average Price per Sq Ft
10 Homes For Sale

Parkcrest has dining and recreation right nearby

Debbie Morrow, an experienced Realtor with Murney Associates, sold her first home in the Parkcrest neighborhood. From the time she saw the area, Morrow has been in love with the wide streets and trees that turn pink and white each year. “The neighborhood is delightful in the spring with all the redbud and dogwood trees in bloom, and almost every yard has one. In the fall, it is so beautiful with the turning of the trees,” Morrow says. Locals visit Sanford Park when they want to get out of the house, and shopping and dining spots line the nearby South Campbell Avenue. The neighborhood also sits 5 miles south of Downtown Springfield, making it easy for drivers to commute into the city. Future Parkcrest residents will find spacious homes with convenient recreation and entertainment spots nearby. “I think every neighborhood should be like Parkcrest,” Morrow says.

A Birdseye view of Duplexes Lining a Cul De Sac in Parkcrest
A Birdseye view of Duplexes Lining a Cul De Sac in Parkcrest
A Parkcrest resident embraces the pedestrian emphasis on safety at a lighted crosswalk.
A Parkcrest resident embraces the pedestrian emphasis on safety at a lighted crosswalk.
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Burgers at Bair's and ramen at Karai's

For a bite or a beer, locals pop into Bair’s All-American Sports Grill and can choose from 35 kinds of burgers with a wide range of available toppings. “Bair’s is a fun spot to get a great burger or visit the bar next door,” Morrow says. The Pineapple Whip sits off West Battlefield Road and sees a crowd when they open every March. Customers can order refreshing soft serve, and the flavors rotate to give customers chances to try as many flavors as possible. In addition to having popular chain restaurants, locals can also dine at Karai Ramen + Handroll for Japanese dishes or Krackin Cajun Seafood House for staple southern dishes like gumbo and spicy crab meals. When homeowners need to stock up their pantries, they visit the Walmart Neighborhood Market, Sam’s Club, or Hy-Vee Grocery Store. South Campbell Street also features specialized shops like Seoul Oriental Market and the Filipino Market. If locals want to walk around and shop, they can visit the Battlefield Mall, less than 5 miles away from the neighborhood.

A traditional ramen bowl and sushi roll served up at Karai Ramen + Handroll.
A traditional ramen bowl and sushi roll served up at Karai Ramen + Handroll.
Hy-Vee offers a wide range of grocery items just inside the Parkcrest neighborhood.
Hy-Vee offers a wide range of grocery items just inside the Parkcrest neighborhood.
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Driving down the South Kansas Expressway

The South Kansas Expressway takes commuters to Downtown Springfield and connects to U.S. Route 60. Those who prefer public transportation can catch a CU Transit bus at one of the stops along South Cambell Avenue.

Public transportation in Parkcrest is highlighted by several bus stops.
Public transportation in Parkcrest is highlighted by several bus stops.
Parkcrest commuters head north on Kansas Expressway toward downtown Springfield.
Parkcrest commuters head north on Kansas Expressway toward downtown Springfield.
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Spacious ranch homes among wide streets

Three-bedroom ranch homes with large yards fill most of the Parkcrest neighborhood. Most residents own their homes, but some residents might rent an apartment or townhouse. Future homeowners can expect to pay between $150,000 and $500,000 for a home with an attached garage, spacious yard and paved driveway. “The homes were built in the ‘60s and ‘70s, but they’ve been renovated two, three or even four times since then,” Morrow says. Morrow also mentions the three-bedroom homes here can have more square footage than those in other Springfield neighborhoods because of when they were built. The streets are also wider, and tall trees shade the homes.

Homes Sit Under Large Mature Trees Throughout Parkcrest
Homes Sit Under Large Mature Trees Throughout Parkcrest
Front Gabled Homes Provide Unique Curb Appeal in Parkcrest
Front Gabled Homes Provide Unique Curb Appeal in Parkcrest
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Hanging out at Sanford Park

Locals in Parkcrest like to get out and get some fresh air. “There’s not a day that goes by that you don't see someone taking a walk with their kids or dogs,” Morrow says. Residents might walk or bike along the paved trails that wind around the open grassy area at Sanford Park. Parents also let their kids climb around the playground equipment near the covered picnic tables. Residents in the south half of the neighborhood can park in the lot off South Franklin Avenue, but those who live closer to the park can walk over from their homes. For picture-perfect views in the spring, locals spend the day at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park. Visitors of all ages can walk through cultivated gardens, a butterfly house or the historic Gray/Campbell Farmstead.

The Sanford Park Sign Marking the Entrance and Parking Area
The Sanford Park Sign Marking the Entrance and Parking Area
A runner soaks up the sun at Sanford Park in the Parkcrest neighborhood.
A runner soaks up the sun at Sanford Park in the Parkcrest neighborhood.
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Walking to Horace Mann Elementary

The Horace Mann Elementary School sits in the center of the neighborhood, giving some homeowners the option to walk their kids to school in the morning. Horace Mann Elementary gets a B-minus from Niche. Older students often attend the C-plus-rated Carver Middle School before moving on to the B-plus-rated Kickapoo High School. Multiple private Christian and preparatory schools sit around the area for parents who want alternative options to public schools.

Horace Mann Elementary School Provides an Excellent Education for Local Students
Horace Mann Elementary School Provides an Excellent Education for Local Students
The average enrollment at Kickapoo High School is around 2,000 students.
The average enrollment at Kickapoo High School is around 2,000 students.
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Catching a movie and dinner at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

Also on Campbell Avenue is Springfield’s Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. Guests can munch on pizza while catching the latest blockbuster releases or hang out with fellow film buffs at interactive, party-like screenings of beloved movies like “Clueless.” In front of The Food Channel’s headquarters stands the World's Largest Fork by Mass. It stands 35 feet tall and weighs 11 tons. For over 20 years, locals and visitors have stood in front of the gigantic fork and taken fun pictures.

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema offers a Wide Selection of Food Options to Moviegoers
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema offers a Wide Selection of Food Options to Moviegoers
The World's Largest Fork Tucked Away in Front of an Office Building Entrance
The World's Largest Fork Tucked Away in Front of an Office Building Entrance
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Medical care at the VA Clinic or CoxHealth

The Department of Veteran Affairs and a VA clinic sits off West Republic Road. Parkcrest residents who need routine or emergency care can visit the CoxHealth Medical Center South less than 2 miles away.

The Cox South Hospital is located just outside the Parkcrest neighborhood.
The Cox South Hospital is located just outside the Parkcrest neighborhood.
Just outside the Parkcrest neighborhood is a Veteran's Administration Clinic.
Just outside the Parkcrest neighborhood is a Veteran's Administration Clinic.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Springfield-Branson Ntl

28 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Parkcrest US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Single Family Price
$259,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$161
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
71
Months of Supply
1.70
Median List Price
$259,900

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,084
Median Year Built
1972
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,729
Below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,191
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,325

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
5,835
Median Age
41
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$51,634
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,785

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.1%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.6%
Advanced Degrees
10.1%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
21''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

26 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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