1255 East University Street is an adorable 1.5 story all-brick Cape Cod architectural style home right in the heart of one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Springfield and located near Missouri State University and Mercy Hospital. This pristine home was rebuilt in 1995 and has 3 bedrooms--one on main level and 2 on the upper level. The downstairs bedroom has a surprisingly large walk-in closet. Other rooms on the main level include a spacious living room, kitchen, utility closet, and full bath. The upper level has 2 good-sized bedrooms and 1 full bath. Both upper level bedrooms have lots of closet space, in addition to, plenty of storage space. Both of these bedrooms have a charming and unique feature, in that they each have an alcove, perfect for computer work stations, studying, or just relaxing in a comfy oversized chair. The main level has nice hardwoods in the living room, dining room and bedroom, and tile flooring in the kitchen and bath. Staircase and upstairs bedrooms have newer upgraded carpet and tile flooring in the bath. Kitchen comes with Bosch dishwasher, General Electric gas range with a new exhaust hood, refrigerator and countertop microwave, The living room has an electric fireplace that fits nicely in the corner, as if it was made just for that area. Exterior features include a 322.5 sq. ft. deck off of the kitchen for those cook outs and/or entertaining, the deep lot is completely fenced and would be fantastic for children and pets, plus a new roof and new guttering will be installed, as well. This charming home is definitely move-in ready.
Single-familyProperty Type
1995Year Built
9,583 sq ftLot Size
$141Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jerry Vaughan• Murney Associates - Primrose
Listed by Judith Vaughan• Murney Associates - Primrose
Bought with Michelle Cantrell• Murney Associates - Primrose
Bought with Lacey Hanes• Murney Associates - Primrose
Investor ready! Adorable 2 story home! Near Mercy and MSU. Long term tenant occupied. Owner is a licensed real estate agent.
Public Records
May 26, 2015
Sold
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SOMO #60016236
May 22, 2015
Sold
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Jan 16, 2015
Listed
$125,000
$74/sq ft
+44
1255 E. University St. , Springfield, MO. Charming two story home located in a convenient SE location. This 3 bedroom 2 bath home offers hardwood floors throughout the main floor plus tile in the kitchen. Main floor bedroom plus two huge bedrooms upstairs with an abundance of closet space. Large fenced yard and deck plus an attached garage. Priced to sell at $129,900 (appraisal on file for $142,500).
Public Records
Sep 20, 2006
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,521 (+4.7%)
$5,420 + $25,100
$30,520
2024
$1,452 (+0.6%)
$5,420 + $25,100
$30,520
2023
$1,444 (+6.3%)
$4,520 + $22,550
$27,070
2022
$1,358
$4,520 + $22,550
$27,070
2021
$1,358 (+6.5%)
$4,520 + $20,350
$24,870
2020
$1,275 (+2.9%)
$4,520 + $20,350
$24,870
2019
$1,239 (−10.3%)
$4,520 + $17,800
$22,320
2018
$1,381 (+1.0%)
$4,520 + $17,800
$22,320
2017
$1,367 (+10.9%)
$4,520 + $20,370
$24,890
2016
$1,232 (+1.0%)
$4,520 + $20,370
$24,890
2015
$1,220 (−0.7%)
$4,520 + $17,960
$22,480
2014
$1,229
$4,520 + $17,960
$22,480
Tax history for 1255 E University St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,521 (+4.7%)
$5,420 + $25,100
$30,520
2024
$1,452 (+0.6%)
$5,420 + $25,100
$30,520
2023
$1,444 (+6.3%)
$4,520 + $22,550
$27,070
2022
$1,358
$4,520 + $22,550
$27,070
2021
$1,358 (+6.5%)
$4,520 + $20,350
$24,870
2020
$1,275 (+2.9%)
$4,520 + $20,350
$24,870
2019
$1,239 (−10.3%)
$4,520 + $17,800
$22,320
2018
$1,381 (+1.0%)
$4,520 + $17,800
$22,320
2017
$1,367 (+10.9%)
$4,520 + $20,370
$24,890
2016
$1,232 (+1.0%)
$4,520 + $20,370
$24,890
2015
$1,220 (−0.7%)
$4,520 + $17,960
$22,480
2014
$1,229
$4,520 + $17,960
$22,480
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,701 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,193
Year built
1995
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Greene County
APN
881230307062
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 8, 2026.
R-SF
Single-Family Residential District
This district is intended primarily for single-family detached dwellings at low residential densities of approximately seven units per acre. Certain other structures and uses necessary to serve governmental, educational, religious, recreational, and other needs of neighborhood areas are allowed as permitted or conditional uses subject to restrictions intended to preserve and protect the single-family residential character of the district. Internal stability, harmony, attractiveness, order, and efficiency are encouraged by providing for adequate light, air, and open space for dwellings and related facilities and by consideration of the proper functional relationship and arrangement of the different uses permitted in this district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational / school
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Golf related
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Laminate Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
Window Features: Window Coverings, Blinds
Appliances: Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Disposal
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Blower Fan, Electric
Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Fencing: Fenced, Wire, Chain Link, Full
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,683
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Few Trees
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Concrete
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Lot Size Dimensions: 50 x 194
Lot Size Acres: 0.22
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,274.68
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: SGF-Delaware
Middle Or Junior School: SGF-Jarrett
High School: SGF-Parkview
Location Information
Directions: From the intersection of East Sunshine Street and South National Avenue, continue North on National and East on University to house on left.
Subdivision Name: Sagamore
Cross Street: South National Avenue
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,193
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 9,701 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1995
Year Renovated: —
County: Greene County
APN: 881230307062
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 8, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Delaware Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Jarrett Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
5/10
Parkview High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Springfield, MO • 65804
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$226,000 – $274,000
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