LIVING

The Phelps Grove Neighborhood is a neighborhood that welcomes diversity. It is a neighborhood where eclectic, laid back - classy people (in an odd sort of way) live. Where front porches, trees, and people are important; and cultural events and beautiful parks are within easy walking distance. (Sorry neighbor, I just can't see you in the burbs.)

One of the reasons that the Phelps neighborhood has succeeded as a neighborhood has been the mutual respect and neighborliness of long term residents and the Missouri State University students who have successfully lived side by side. The University students realize that the long term residents have not signed up for loud music and all night high jinks and, on the other hand, the long term neighbors appreciate the vitality and creativity of the students.

The neighborhood is a mix of single family homes, with nearly an even mix of rental to home owner occupied dwellings. The neighborhood offers housing to a wide range of budgets. While the smaller bungalows sell as low as $60,000, the larger houses may sell for as much as $300,000.  Rental property varies in quality and price. Houses rent from $500 (if you get lucky) to $1000 monthly. Always check out any house prior to purchasing or renting.    As you can tell by the wide range in the price of houses, our neighbors choose to live in Phelps Grove Neighborhood.

Phelps Grove Neighborhood is the only single family neighborhood that has bicycle patrols.   A large portion of the neighborhood is serviced by bicycle police officers from our local Springfield Police Substation located on the Missouri State University campus.  Also, our neighborhood has some very specific ordinances unique to our area. All future residents should be aware of these ordinances.

If you are considering city living, we encourage you to become a part of the Phelps Grove Neighborhood.