Why Live in Lake Springfield
Lake Springfield offers a balanced lifestyle with abundant shopping and dining to the north and its namesake lake to the south. The neighborhood features peaceful subdivisions with mature trees and hilly terrain, predominantly showcasing ranch-style homes from the 1960s and 1970s, many with attached garages and three to four bedrooms. The area includes Lakewood Village and Spring Creek Property Owner's Associations, which offer clubhouses with outdoor pools and tennis courts. The lake, built in the 1950s, remains a popular spot for kayaking, fishing, and lakeside hikes, despite the EPA's advisory on fish consumption due to PCBs. The park around the lake includes an 18-hole disc golf course and trails where deer, turkey, and eagles can be spotted. For shopping and dining, residents frequent East Republic Road and Glenstone Avenue, home to local businesses, cafes, and fine-dining establishments like Char Steakhouse and Oyster Bar. Nightlife options include Georgia Macs, known for live music and sports viewing. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools, including Walt Disney Elementary, Cherokee Middle, and Kickapoo High. Lake Springfield is safer than the national average and is conveniently located near U.S. routes 60 and 65, making it about an 8-mile drive to Downtown Springfield.
Home Trends in Lake Springfield, MO
On average, homes in Lake Springfield, Springfield sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lake Springfield, Springfield over the last 12 months is $375,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$375,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$349,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$375,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$194,700
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$252,750
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$249
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
65
Median List Price
$349,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
