This 1907 American Foursquare is a cornerstone of the Historic Midtown community. Built for Elizabeth Stoughton and later owned by Dr. J.I. Evans, the estate gained national significance in 1952 when General Ralph ''Snapper'' Truman hosted his cousin, President Harry S. Truman, for a three-day residency. Original Secret Service wiring remains visible in the back stairwell.The interior features solid mahogany woodwork, coffered ceilings, and oak flooring in a rare diamond pattern. The parlor is anchored by an Italian marble fireplace and an alabaster newel post light sourced from the 1904 World's Fair. Modern living is supported by a chef's kitchen with soapstone counters and a 2-story family room addition with under-floor radiant heat and dual central AC. The .75-acre grounds include three original brick outbuildings, one housing a 2-car garage with a 473 sq ft guest studio above. The hipped roof was recently replaced to replicate the original slate tiles, terra cotta caps, and ridge lines.
Active
$725,000
1414 N Benton Avenue, Springfield, MO 65802
3beds
4,168sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
0.75 Acres Lot
$679,400 Zestimate®
$174/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Three original brick outbuildingsSolid mahogany woodworkCoffered ceilings
- 125 days |
- 291 |
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Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 60317234
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Loft, Apartment, Bonus Room, Office, Living Areas (2), Study, Workshop, In-Law Suite, Hearth Room, Master Bedroom
Heating
- Boiler, Radiant Floor, Fireplace(s), Radiant, Hot Water/Steam, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Pot Filler, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Commercial Grade, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher
- Laundry: 2nd Floor, W/D Hookup
Features
- High Speed Internet, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Soaking Tub, Other Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-in Shower, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, See Remarks
- Windows: Mixed, Blinds, Shutters
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Fully Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Gas, Stone, Den
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,968
- Total interior livable area: 4,168 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,168
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, See Remarks, Private, Covered
- Garage spaces: 5
- Carport spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More,Two
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Glass Enclosed, Screened, Front Porch, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Garden, Other
- Fencing: Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 0.75 Acres
- Dimensions: 152 x 215
- Features: Curbs, Corner Lot, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Greenhouse, Other
- Parcel number: 1313202024
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Historic,Other,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Synthetic Stucco
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Poured Concrete, Other
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ozark Land Co
Location
- Region: Springfield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $174/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $329,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,116
- Date on market: 3/6/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Concrete
Estimated market value
$679,400
$645,000 - $713,000
$3,476/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $725,000+61.1%$174/sqft |
Source:  SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60317234 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2020 | Listing removed | $450,000$108/sqft |
Source: Jim Garland Real Estate LLC #60159752 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2020 | Pending sale | $450,000$108/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #60159752 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2020 | Listed for sale | $450,000$108/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams #60159752 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,116 +2.4% | $62,550 +10.3% |
| 2024 | $3,044 +0.6% | $56,730 |
| 2023 | $3,026 +6.8% | $56,730 +9.4% |
| 2022 | $2,833 +0% | $51,870 |
| 2021 | $2,833 -0.2% | $51,870 +4.4% |
| 2020 | $2,838 +9% | $49,690 +5.8% |
| 2018 | $2,605 +1.4% | $46,950 +0.2% |
| 2017 | $2,569 | $46,870 |
| 2016 | $2,569 | $46,870 |
| 2015 | $2,569 +0.9% | $46,870 +0.4% |
| 2014 | $2,545 | $46,700 -3.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $48,530 |
| 2011 | -- | $48,530 -16.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $58,290 +28.1% |
| 2006 | $1,798 | $45,500 |
| 2005 | $1,798 +3.4% | $45,500 +18.5% |
| 2004 | $1,739 +0.4% | $38,410 |
| 2003 | $1,731 +1.5% | $38,410 |
| 2002 | $1,707 +55.1% | $38,410 -19.6% |
| 2001 | $1,101 | $47,750 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Midtown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Boyd Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 2/10Pipkin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Central High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: SGF-Boyd
- Middle: SGF-Pipkin
- High: SGF-Central
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- Missouri
- Greene County
- Springfield
- 65802
- Midtown
- 1414 N Benton Avenue
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