Woodland Heights
Dining on Commercial Street
“Woodland Heights is close to Commercial Street, which has a ton of eateries and lofts, and that’s being revitalized, which spreads out and impacts surrounding areas,” says Debra Parrish, a Realtor with Murney Associates, who was born and raised in the area says. “It’s an awesome place to hang out and a very family-friendly place.” One of the most popular options on Commercial Street is White River Brewery, which residents enjoy for an evening on their patio. Another hot spot is Van Gogh’s Eeterie, a restaurant that wants you to step into Amsterdam. Customers can feast on crepe pancakes and loaded fries in an airy, minimalist setting. For running errands, locals can bus or drive down Kearney Avenue — part of old Route 66 — to find Aldi, Walgreens and a Wal-Mart Supercenter.Moon City Creative District
Residents are likely to encounter an artsy but unusual sight on a stroll through the neighborhood: a painted utility pole. Colorful scenes of outer space, the industrial world and nature have helped give an identity to what’s known as the Moon City Creative District. Dozens of these dot the blocks north of Commercial Street. The Moon City Creative District has an annual Summer Solstice Art Fair, which takes place at the Historic Lafayette Park. The Woodland Heights Neighborhood Association also puts on events throughout the year, including, most notably, St. Patrick’s Day and 4th of July parades.Fixer-uppers with small to large front porches
“It’s a beautiful area,” Parrish says. “It's an older part of town, and housing goes all the way from bungalows to two-story homes.” Many homes in Woodland Heights require some extent of renovations and may be considered fixer-uppers. On the interior of these homes, homebuyers might discover multiple fireplaces, butler pantries or stained-glass windows. Outside, there’s cohesion to the neighborhood, with many homes featuring wood facades in neutral tones like beige or cream. The majority of homes in Woodland Heights also feature some sort of front porch. Prices range from $25,000 to $200,000 for homes that require renovation and north of $200,000 for renovated homes.Explore one of Springfield’s first parks
Woodland Heights residents enjoy spending an afternoon at the 7-acre Lafayette Park, one of the earliest parks founded in Springfield. Originally designed as a public square in 1869, Lafayette Park is now a prime place to enjoy open green space. It includes a playground for kids and a picnic area for events. Other locals head over to Doling Park and its 56 acres, which includes the Doling Family Center, Northview Center and the Doling Museum. The park, which also has a playground, a paved walkway around Doling Lake, tennis courts, fields, and much more, offers occasional tours of Giboney Cave.The Bus: CU Transit Services
For those looking to utilize public transportation, The Bus CU Transit Services runs on Grant Avenue, which splits the neighborhood down the middle. For commuters, downtown Springfield is a 2-mile drive south. Springfield-Branson National Airport is 6 miles from the neighborhood, while the closest hospital is Cox North Hospital, a mile from Woodland Heights.Students attend Springfield R-XII School District
Residents of Woodland Heights may send their children to Springfield R-XII School District. Students may start off at Weaver Elementary School before going to Pipkin Middle School, both of which earned a C-plus grade or better from Niche. From there, students may attend Hillcrest High, which opened in 1958 and is known for its baseball team, which has been inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame and has featured several players who were later signed to Major League Baseball contracts. In 2023, renovations totaling $36 million were completed, giving students access to new spaces like a broadcast media department. Hillcrest High earned a C grade from Niche.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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John Martino
Responds QuicklyMurney Associates - Primrose
(417) 785-3297
69 Total Sales
1 in Woodland Heights
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Rob Bell
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty, LLC
(417) 574-3290
526 Total Sales
2 in Woodland Heights
$224,900 Price Range
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Blake Cantrell
Cantrell Real Estate
(417) 815-4142
519 Total Sales
2 in Woodland Heights
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Joshua Kirk
Cantrell Real Estate
(417) 815-5737
39 Total Sales
3 in Woodland Heights
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Kat Tolbert
Tolbert Realtors
(417) 222-3347
87 Total Sales
1 in Woodland Heights
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Gina Roblin
Responds QuicklyMurney Associates - Primrose
(417) 427-3731
254 Total Sales
1 in Woodland Heights
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1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Woodland Heights | US |
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Homicide | 6 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
Robbery | 5 | 4 |
Burglary | 5 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
Larceny | 4 | 4 |
Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
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Woodland Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Woodland Heights, Springfield sell after 76 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Woodland Heights, Springfield over the last 12 months is $312,900, down 37% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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