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Modern subdivisions and a popular farm park highlight this rural Springfield community
On the far west end of the city of Springfield lies a community where you can hike around the farm, feed the goats and return home to a modern subdivision. The residential neighborhood of Young-Lilly sits just beyond the bales of hay at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park, run by the Springfield-Greene County Park Board. Rutledge-Wilson is 207 acres of crops, farm animals and agricultural education that’s free to visit. “It’s one of the best features of the neighborhood if not all of Springfield,” David Johnson, owner of Team Real Estate Springfield says. “It’s the bomb of all parks. It’s perfectly set up for kids and young families.” If you go, expect to encounter donkeys, cows and chickens saying hello through the fences, while fish are ready to be reeled in from a fully stocked pond.
Additions Across Young-Lilley Range From Older Construction to New Construction
The Barn at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park is an Iconic Structure Welcoming Residents in Young-Lilley
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Contemporary homes with brick facades in subdivisions
In contrast to the barnyard next door, Young-Lilly is full of subdivisions where sidewalks often line both sides of the streets, homes are nestled close together and pools and playgrounds provide places to gather. These subdivisions are full of contemporary homes with brick facades built from the 1990s to the 2010s. Buyers can score a home for between $150,000 to $400,000. Cul-de-sacs are also a common theme of these subdivisions.
A Newly Constructed Ranch Style Home in the Young-Lilley Neighborhood
Contemporary Ranch Style Homes Line a Neighborhood Street in the Young-Lilley Neighborhood
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Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park
Run by the Springfield-Greene County Park Board, Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park is 207 acres of crops, farm animals and agricultural education. It’s free for all visitors. Visitors of the park can expect to encounter donkeys, cows, and chickens. Residents looking to play some sports head over to Westport Park, which sports a basketball court, baseball field, tennis court and a swimming pool.
Families Enjoy Free Access to the Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park in the Young-Lilley Neighborhood
Baby goats eager for attention at the Wilson Rutledge Farm Park in Young Lilly.
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Highly regarded Willard R-II School District
Though homes in Young-Lilly come with a Springfield address, they’re planted in the Willard School District. “The Willard School District is held in high regard,” Johnson says. Students start off by attending Willard Orchard Hills Elementary School and Willard Intermediate School South, both of which earned a B-minus or better grade from Niche. Fifth and sixth graders at Willard Intermediate have a wide selection of afterschool activities, like fly fishing with the Youth Hunting and Fishing Club or bringing out their inner engineer at the Lego Club. Prekindergartners through fourth grade students attend Willard Orchard Hills, which opens a “VIP” room of air hockey, ping pong and video games to students who perform well on state tests. For middle School, students head to Willard Middle School, which earned an B-plus grade from Niche. In ninth grade, Willard High School becomes the morning destination. Willard High received a B grade from Niche.
The Entrance Sign Welcomes Students to Willard Intermediate School-South in the Young-Lilley Neighborhood
Average enrollment at Willard Middle School runs around 800 students.
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Candy Cane Lane event at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park
Every December, Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park puts on an annual holiday lights display called ‘Candy Cane Lane.’ The event includes farm-themed holiday displays with more than 100,000 lights.
Proximity to bus stops and Springfield-Branson National Airport
Though Young-Lilly is on the west side of Springfield, bus stops on major thoroughfares Chestnut Expressway and Mount Vernon Street can take residents east toward downtown. Those who need to travel further can cruise onto Interstate 44 from the neighborhood. It’s also less than 5 miles to Springfield-Branson National Airport, where planes are ready to fly you to the big city in Chicago, a business meeting in Atlanta or a sunny vacation in Tampa. For residents seeking medical attention, Cox North Hospital, is a 5-mile drive from Young-Lilly.
Residents in Young-Lilley are Conveniently Located Near the Springfield-Branson National Airport
Public transportation picks up Young Lilly residents with a number of stops.
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Flavorful carnitas and pastor tacos from I Love Tacos Taqueria
Chestnut Expressway and West Bypass to the north and east give residents several eating and shopping options. If locals prefer a meal on the go, they pull off at I Love Tacos Taqueria. Lines often stretch out the door of the roadside shack, but customers keep coming back for the flavorful carnitas and pastor tacos whipped up inside. Residents looking for a juicy cheeseburger and a milkshake, head over to Black Sheep Burgers and Shakes, just south of downtown. The burger joint, 4 miles from the neighborhood, was named the best burger in Missouri. Grabbing groceries and home goods is painless since Walmart Neighborhood Market and Price Cutter grocery stores are close by too.
I Love Tacos is a simple stop with delicious food across from Young-Lilly.
Young-Lilly residents find delicious burgers at Black Sheep in downtown.
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Parks in this Area
Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Young-Lilley Park
Westport Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Zagonyi Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Ewing Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Grills
Rountree Historic Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Springfield-Branson Ntl
19 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Young-Lilly
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Young-Lilly Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Young-Lilly, Springfield sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Young-Lilly, Springfield over the last 12 months is $207,500, down 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Immaculate All-Brick Home in Sought After Willard Schools!Welcome to this beautifully maintained, move in ready all brick home located on a quiet, established street within the highly desirable Willard School District. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the quality and care this property offers from the brand new roof to the pristine landscaping.Step inside to a light, airy interior
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,292
Median Age
38
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$61,827
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,577
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36.3%
Advanced Degrees
14.8%
% Population in Labor Force
73.2%
Above 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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
30/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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