Opportunity awaits just minutes from Drury University! This spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bath home offers over 2,800 square feet of finished living space and 200 square feet of unfinished basement space. It has been a consistent income-producing rental for the past five years, generating $1,900 per month (with potential for more). Whether you're looking for housing for Drury or OTC students, a spacious home for a growing family, or a long-term rental opportunity, this property offers exceptional value. Conveniently located one block away from Drury University and just minutes from OTC, downtown Springfield, and local amenities, the location is hard to beat.With five bedrooms, generous living space, and endless potential, this is a rare opportunity to own a home of this size in a highly desirable location!
Pending
$179,900
1227 N Clay Avenue, Springfield, MO 65802
5beds
2,895sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
9,147 Square Feet Lot
$177,800 Zestimate®
$62/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 45 days |
- 119 |
- 4 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Candace Dashiell 573-261-0999,
Keller Williams Local
Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 60328477
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Den, Living Areas (2)
Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Disposal
- Laundry: Main Level, W/D Hookup
Features
- Laminate Counters, Walk-in Shower
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood
- Windows: Single Pane, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
- Attic: Fully Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,095
- Total interior livable area: 2,895 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,895
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 9,147 Square Feet
- Features: Curbs, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1313116015
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Merriman's
Location
- Region: Springfield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $62/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $192,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,819
- Date on market: 7/9/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$177,800
$169,000 - $187,000
$2,605/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/18/2026 | Pending sale | $179,900$62/sqft |
Source:  SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60328477 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2026 | Price change | $179,900+14.2%$62/sqft |
Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60328477 Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2021 | Pending sale | $157,500$54/sqft |
Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60183012 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2021 | Listed for sale | $157,500+5%$54/sqft |
Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60183012 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2020 | Listing removed | $150,000$52/sqft |
Source: EXP Realty, LLC #60153490 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2020 | Price change | $150,000-5.1%$52/sqft |
Source: EXP Realty, LLC #60153490 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2020 | Price change | $158,000-4.2%$55/sqft |
Source: EXP Realty, LLC #60153490 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2019 | Listed for sale | $165,000+17.9%$57/sqft |
Source: EXP Realty, LLC #60153490 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2008 | Listing removed | $139,900$48/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker** #712431 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2008 | Listed for sale | $139,900$48/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker** #712431 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,819 +3% | $36,520 +10.9% |
| 2024 | $1,767 +0.6% | $32,930 |
| 2023 | $1,757 +8.2% | $32,930 +10.7% |
| 2022 | $1,624 +0% | $29,740 |
| 2021 | $1,624 -37.5% | $29,740 +4.7% |
| 2020 | $2,599 +108.4% | $28,410 +26.4% |
| 2018 | $1,247 +1.2% | $22,480 |
| 2017 | $1,232 | $22,480 |
| 2016 | $1,232 | $22,480 |
| 2015 | $1,232 +0.9% | $22,480 +0.4% |
| 2014 | $1,221 | $22,390 -8.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $24,440 |
| 2011 | -- | $24,440 +55.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $15,730 +34.6% |
| 2006 | $563 | $11,690 |
| 2005 | $563 +3.4% | $11,690 -2.8% |
| 2004 | $545 +0.4% | $12,030 |
| 2003 | $542 +1.5% | $12,030 |
| 2002 | $535 +124.3% | $12,030 |
| 2001 | $238 | $12,030 |
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Neighborhood: Midtown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Boyd Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Central High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Pipkin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: SGF-Boyd
- Middle: SGF-Pipkin
- High: SGF-Central
Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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