North Springfield neighborhood features prominently in Black Missourian history
Sherman Ave is a historically Black neighborhood in North Springfield, with a popular park, well-kept historic homes and access to highly-rated public schools. Homes dating to the 1800s and a historic park root residents in the area’s rich history and provide outdoor space for sports and recreation. Residential streets lead to storied restaurants, minor-league baseball games and education at Ozarks Technical Community College, and the rest of Springfield is just under 2 miles south.
The African American Heritage trail sign in front of Timmons Hall at Silver Springs Park
The African-American Heritage Trail in Springfield has a marker in the Sherman Ave neighborhood.
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Silver Springs Park is a stop on the Springfield-Greene African American Heritage Trail
Silver Springs Park spans about 14 acres on the neighborhood's north side. “The park is kind of the anchor for the area,” says Scott Sturm, a Realtor with 22 years of local experience who works with Amax Real Estate. During segregation, Silver Springs was the sole public park available to Black residents, but now it’s the first stop of many on the Springfield-Greene African American Heritage Trail. The trail, under constructiont, will facilitate a walking tour of Black Missourian history, with 20 educational markers denoting important places and events in the midtown and downtown neighborhoods.
Also in Silver Springs Park is Timmons Hall, a former church that held services for over 80 years before becoming a community event center. In the warmer months, Silver Springs Pool and splash pad are open. Half a mile from the neighborhood is Hammons Field, home to the Springfield Cardinals, a minor-league affiliate of Major League Baseball's St. Louis Cardinals.
Water flows from the spring at Silver Springs Park
Basketball court at Silver Springs Park
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Springfield public schools get A and B grades
Students can attend public schools close to home. Weaver Elementary School, graded B-minus by Niche, Pipkin Middle School, graded C-plus, and Central High School, graded A-minus, are each under 2 miles from the neighbnorhood. Rated the best public high school in the Springfield area, Central High offers the Springfield Scholars program, where gifted middle schoolers pursue their strongest subjects in a high school setting. Ozarks Technical Community College offers over 40 degrees, with specialties including agriculture, automotive mechanics and aviation.
Main entrance to Ozark Technical College
Central High School underwent a major expansion and renovation in 2002.
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Small homes line the streets at the heart of Sherman Ave
Craftsman bungalows, cottages and ranch-style houses are common in the neighborhood. Streets such as East Scott Street have narrow sidewalks where American Sweetgum trees offer sporadic shade. Prices range from $125,000 to $400,000 for two- to five-bedroom houses. According to Sturm, affordability is a significant factor in drawing homebuyers to Springfield as a whole. “The cost of living is definitely among the lowest in the country for a city of this size,” says Sturm.
Home in Sherman Avenue neighborhood
A small brick ranch style home in the Sherman Avenue neighborhood
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Festivals showcase art and music within walking distance of Sherman Ave
The neighborhood is under a mile from Springfield’s community festivals, which have 26 annual events throughout the year. One hundred artists from across the country display their work on Walnut Street during Artsfest, a 40-year-strong event held every May. Another festival, Cider Days, recently celebrated its 25th anniversary. At this festival, local artists and musicians perform while attendees enjoy fresh-made food and cider.
Chestnut Expressway goes around town, Springfield-Branson Airport goes out
Sherman Ave is located along the major Chestnut Expressway, which provides direct access to the rest of Springfield. Medical services are just over 1 mile away at the Cox North Hospital. Residents can bike safely on The Link, which provides a north-south route with low traffic volume and slow speed limits. For public transport, the Division bus route connects with other routes throughout the city. To leave town, residents can fly to 15 nonstop destinations from the Springfield-Branson National Airport, about 8 miles from Sherman Ave.
The Sherman Ave neighborhood is anchored by the intersection of National Ave and Chestnut Expwy.
Sherman Ave residents use Chestnut Expressway as a primary east and west travel corridor.
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Tacos are served at the National and Division intersection
The closest supermarkets are Save A Lot, Price Cutter and Park Central Market, and the larger Walmart Neighborhood Market is 3 miles away. Tacos El Gordo is a family-run restaurant serving authentic Mexican food at the National and Division intersection. Quick meals can be found at chain restaurants, including Chipotle and Steak ‘n Shake, less than 1 mile south of Sherman Ave.
Family owned Tacos El Gordo is located on National Ave in the Sherman Ave neighborhood.
Tacos El Gordo serves up authentic Mexican flavors in the Sherman Ave neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
Smith Park
The Commons At Jordan Valley
Founders Park
Events
Amphitheater
Silver Springs Park
Basketball
Lake
Picnic Area
Washington Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Jordan Valley Park
Events
Jordan Creek Greenway Trail
Transit
Airport
Springfield-Branson Ntl
23 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sherman Ave
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
32
Median Year Built
1991
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,141
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
104
Median Age
31
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,999
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$40,344
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.8%
College Graduates
26.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.8%
% Population in Labor Force
48.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
61/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
42/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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