Condos for Sale in Oak Grove, Springfield

Oak Grove, a modest neighborhood in Springfield, is characterized by its suburban streetscapes and iconic oak trees. The area features a mix of older, established neighborhoods and newer subdivisions west of the railroad. A notable landmark is the 20-foot long macaroni noodle in front of the Kraft Heinz Co. manufacturing plant on East Bennett Street. Oak Grove Park is a central attraction, offering a nine-hole disc golf course, horseshoe pit, playground, and the Oak Grove Community Center with an indoor basketball gym and climbing wall. The park hosts annual events like an ice cream social and a fall potluck, fostering a strong sense of community. The neighborhood is bordered by East Sunshine Street and Glenstone Avenue, which provide convenient shopping at big box retailers like Walmart and Hy-Vee Grocery Store, as well as local shops such as Freakin' Antiquin' Vintage Market and Brown Derby Wine Center. Dining options are plentiful, with local favorites like Cesar's Old Mexico and Casper's Diner. Residential streets are lined with single-family homes on leafy quarter-acre lots, predominantly mid-1900s three-bedroom ranch styles, along with bungalows, Dutch Colonial Revivals, and Craftsman-style homes. Newer subdivisions feature neo-eclectic houses. While some homes are near noisy areas like the train track and U.S. Route 65, a wall helps mitigate highway noise. Oak Grove is about 4 miles from Downtown Springfield and offers quick access to U.S. Route 65.