Why Live in Bingham
Bingham, a suburban neighborhood in Springfield, is located about 3 miles east of downtown. Known for its quiet, leafy streets, Bingham attracts a mix of long-term residents and first-time homebuyers, partly due to its affordability, with home prices significantly lower than the city median. The neighborhood features ranch-style houses, mostly from the 1960s and 1970s, with brick, stone, and wood exteriors, built on quarter-acre lots. Residents enjoy a variety of dining options on Glenstone Avenue, including George's Family Restaurant, Casper's Diner, and Ichiban Buffett. Local grocery stores such as Costco and Leslie's Mexican Supermarket provide convenient shopping. For outdoor activities, George Washington Carver Park, Oak Grove Park, and Cooper Park offer scenic walking trails, sports facilities, and playgrounds. Baseball enthusiasts can catch Springfield Cardinals games at Hammons Field. Bingham is served by several schools, with Central High being the highest-rated, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and Missouri's A+ Scholarship Program. The neighborhood is well-connected, with major roads like Grand Street and Chestnut Expressway providing easy access to downtown, and Schoolcraft Freeway leading to Interstate 44. Public transportation is available via City Utilities bus stops on key streets. Bingham's crime rate is lower than the national average, making it a safer area for residents.
Home Trends in Bingham, MO
On average, homes in Bingham, Springfield sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 69 days. The median sale price for homes in Bingham, Springfield over the last 12 months is $374,880, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$374,880
Median Single Family Sale Price
$369,860
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$379,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$369,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$915,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$321
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
70
Median List Price
$399,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
