Neighborhoods in the 65802 ZIP Code

Life in Southeast Springfield is what you make it. Most residents live in the subdivisions that hug the edge of Springfield, while downtown Strafford sits on the border of this rural area. "The biggest draw to that area is privacy while having easy access to everything you need in Springfield," says Avery Grant, a Realtor with Alpha Realty MO,

Southwest Springfield in Battlefield, located in western Greene County, offers a blend of modern subdivisions and rural charm. This area, including the city of Ash Grove to the north, features newer homes built within the last 20 years, typically priced between the mid $200,000s and high $300,000s. The region is known for its open spaces and lower

Walnut Street, just east of downtown, dates back to the years immediately after the Civil War and was the city's first residential enclave listed as a National Historic District. Its architecture and its leafy residential blocks connect with the neighborhood's modern-day arts scene with events such as Artsfest, which has been going strong for more

The people have spoken in Republic, and more and more are casting their vote to live and work in this southwestern Missouri city. The population here has grown around 27% since 2010 and is expected to continue ballooning into the next decade. Newcomers are drawn by job opportunities courtesy of companies like Amazon, and new construction

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

About 3 miles east of downtown, Bingham offers a leafy, suburban setting in the city while just a short distance from some of Springfield's top attractions. "It's a very quiet neighborhood," says Carter Cook, a local Realtor with eXp Realty. "There's a good mix of people who have been there for a while and first-time homebuyers." Cook adds that

With century-old homes surrounded by two commercial areas, Midtown Springfield is a residential community that links the city's past to its present. "Midtown is just a great historical neighborhood that has great bookends. It's got Drury University to the south, which is a great campus to stroll around," says Rusty Worley, Executive Director of

Away from the busy streets of downtown Springfield lies the Bissett neighborhood, where residents live in national-style homes surrounded by tall trees. Neighbors catch up at events hosted by the Bissett Neighborhood Association. Some might visit L.A. Wise Park to chat while they walk along the paved trail. Residents also have popular barbecue

About 3 miles west of Downtown Springfield, Ewing is a modest neighborhood of leafy residential streets to the west, industrial businesses to the east and growing commercial activity to the south. At the center of it all are two parks, one for sports and the other for nature and history enthusiasts. Though this is a primarily industrial area,

Sherman Ave is a historically Black neighborhood in North Springfield, with a popular park, well-kept historic homes and access to highly-rated public schools. Homes dating to the 1800s and a historic park root residents in the area’s rich history and provide outdoor space for sports and recreation. Residential streets lead to storied restaurants,

With its namesake park and sports complex, Cooper Park is at the center of Springfield's athletic leagues. About 3 miles east of downtown, it's also in a precise location for shopping, dining and entertainment. "It's right off of Glenstone Avenue, so there's a ton of restaurants right there," says local Realtor Mickie Roy with Alpha Realty. "There

Downtown Springfield stays busy with hungry shoppers, but West Central sits steps away from the city center to give residents a quieter spot with easy access to the downtown amenities. The Grant Avenue Parkway project plans to bring more opportunities for residents to get out of the house, but locals can visit Lincoln Jenny Park or the Birthplace

Westside Springfield embraces its past as a former corridor of Route 66. Though other highways have taken its place, the community keeps the spirit of the historic route alive with the Route 66 Car Museum and the annual Birthplace of Route 66 Festival. Homebuyers tend to be drawn to Westside’s smaller, affordable houses and larger lot sizes

Grant Beach was named after Grant Avenue and a lake that acted as the community beach. Although the neighborhood no longer has sandy shores, the swimming pool in Grant Beach Park gives residents a summer destination to enjoy together. Locals can spend hours walking around the park, exploring the Railroad Historical Museum or volunteering at one of

In Northwest Springfield, the suburban neighborhood of Tom Watkins gets its name from one of the area’s most beloved residents. The former president of Citizens Bank and member of the board of education was known for his kindness as he helped struggling small businesses and farms survive the Great Depression. His legacy lives on in the name of the

Tucked between BNSF rail yards to the north and steel manufacturer Paul Mueller Co. to the south, Heart of the Westside beats in Springfield. “I lived there with my husband and child,” says Councilwoman Monica Horton, who represents Heart of the Westside and other Zone 1 neighborhoods on the Springfield City Council, “we loved to take walks in the