Their loss is your gain and we have the receipts!!! This charming English Cottage was built by William E. Johnson for Robert & Bertha Wilson, the owners of Missouri Neon Company. It was the first house in Springfield to be lit by neon lights! They owned this storybook cottage from 1937 to 1957. Now, you have the chance to own this cozy cottage nestled among the trees on Historic Walnut Street! The home is made of Carthage stone, stucco, and wood, and covered in wood shake shingles. There are beautiful gardens surrounding the house. There's a lovely covered front porch, perfect for a morning coffee or to enjoy a summer's rain. You'll notice there's a long concrete parking area so you and your guests don't have to park in the street. And if you have an RV, it fits perfectly! There's a wood fence surrounding the property, with several access points and a two-car garage with a sunroom. As you enter the home through the Dutch door, you'll be greeted with the storybook charm you'd expect: a wood beam ceiling, fireplace, and lights that surround the room (originally neon). There are original hardwood floors and crown molding. Once you pass the dining room, you have your choice of master bedrooms. The first-floor bedroom has access to a full bath with a walk-in shower and access to the laundry room. On the second floor, you go up the spiral staircase to a large bedroom with its own bath and sitting area. The updated kitchen has granite countertops, stainless appliances with a double oven. Next to the kitchen is the living room with a beautiful view of the back yard garden. There's a lovely pergola and hot tub (staying). It's quite private, surrounded by trees. You are close to Cherry & Pickwick, Downtown, MSU & stores and restaurants. Put this Storybook Cottage on your list to see, it may be your next dream home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$192Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Richard Crabtree• Murney Associates - Primrose
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
2019
Sq. Ft.
1,804
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Greene County
APN
881219123042
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 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: 2
Parking Features: Workshop in Garage, Private, Paved, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Additional Parking
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Central
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Window Coverings, Blinds
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Built-In Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher
Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Tile
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Side Porch
Fencing: Fenced, Wood, Full
Roof: Wood
Pool Information
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,804
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Stucco, Stone
Property Features
Has View
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Green Energy Efficient: Lighting
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
Other Structures: Greenhouse
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Few Trees, Level, Secluded
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Concrete, Chip And Seal
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Lot Size Acres: 0.27
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,531.31
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: SGF-Rountree
Middle Or Junior School: SGF-Jarrett
High School: SGF-Parkview
Location Information
Directions: From National & Walnut head East to the house on the Left (north) - enjoy the views
Subdivision Name: Kennedy Heights
Cross Street: N. Kentwood
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,804
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 2019
County: Greene County
APN: 881219123042
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Rountree Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
Jarrett Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
5/10
Parkview High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
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 104° expected this year, 18 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
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$330,000 – $400,000
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