Is a car needed in Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say car is needed

Is parking easy in Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say parking is easy

Is Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say it's dog friendly

Are yards well-kept in Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say yards are well-kept

Do kids play outside in Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say kids play outside

Does Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say there are sidewalks

Is Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is there wildlife in Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say there's wildlife

Does Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 52% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are neighbors friendly in Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say neighbors are friendly

Are the streets well-lit in Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO quiet?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say it's quiet

Do residents of Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Would people walk alone at night in Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO?

As of early 2026, 25% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are there community events in Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO?

As of early 2026, 21% of users say there are community events

Is Tom Watkins, Springfield, MO walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 18% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

What is 1547 N Colgate Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1547 N Colgate Ave in Springfield, MO is $183,600 .

Is Springfield a buyer's or seller's market?

Springfield is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Springfield?

The median sale price in Springfield is $246K. That is up $9.68K from the prior month.

What do residents say about the Tom Watkins neighborhood?

Residents describe the Tom Watkins neighborhood in Springfield, MO as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Tom Watkins, Springfield .

Does 1547 N Colgate Ave have laundry facilities?

Yes, 1547 N Colgate Ave in Springfield, MO has in-unit laundry.

Does 1547 N Colgate Ave have parking?

Yes, 1547 N Colgate Ave in Springfield, MO has on-site parking.

OFF MARKET

1547 N Colgate Ave
Springfield, MO 65802

Tom Watkins

2 Beds
1 Bath
900 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

$183,600

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 20, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,122/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$183,600

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 20, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,122/mo*

Refinance Your Home

2 Beds

1 Bath

900 sqft

(on 0.25 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$184K

Since last month

$10K (+5.7%)

Since last year

$7K (-3.7%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +37% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$184K
July 2026	$174K
June 2026	$181K
May 2026	$192K
April 2026	$179K
March 2026	$179K
February 2026	$174K
January 2026	$179K
2025
December 2025	$194K
November 2025	$192K
October 2025	$192K
September 2025	$193K
August 2025	$191K
July 2025	$190K
June 2025	$193K
May 2025	$192K
April 2025	$195K
March 2025	$193K
February 2025	$191K
January 2025	$188K
2024
December 2024	$188K
November 2024	$187K
October 2024	$182K
September 2024	$176K
August 2024	$179K
July 2024	$159K
June 2024	$156K
May 2024	$157K
April 2024	$158K
March 2024	$161K
February 2024	$158K
January 2024	$151K
2023
December 2023	$153K
November 2023	$147K
October 2023	$152K
September 2023	$173K
August 2023	$173K
July 2023	$169K
June 2023	$168K
2022
June 2022	$171K
May 2022	$170K
April 2022	$172K
March 2022	$166K
February 2022	$154K
January 2022	$155K
2021
December 2021	$152K
November 2021	$147K
October 2021	$147K
September 2021	$141K
August 2021	$145K
July 2021	$141K
June 2021	$142K
May 2021	$146K
April 2021	$145K
March 2021	$134K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1040 S Clifton Ave #B104, Springfield, MO	2.26	Apartment	-	12/16/25	2	2	1,070
623 W Walnut St #205, Springfield, MO	2.64	Apartment	-	11/03/25	3	2	1,410
1040 S Clifton Ave #B207, Springfield, MO	2.26	Apartment	-	10/29/25	2	2	1,010
930 E Primrose St #B2, Springfield, MO	6.42	Apartment	-	11/04/25	2	2	1,244

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
1625 N Colgate Avenue, Springfield, MO 65802	0.08	-	Studio	-	-	Recently Sold

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 1547 N Colgate Ave.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Apartment

Year Built

1992

Lot Size

0.25 acres

Living Area

900 sqft

Price/Sqft

$204

About this House

This apartment is located at 1547 N Colgate Ave, Springfield, MO. 1547 N Colgate Ave is in the Tom Watkins neighborhood in Springfield, MO and in ZIP code 65802. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 900 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 10846 sqft and was built in 1992.

1547 N Colgate Ave, Springfield, MO 65802 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 900 sqft apartment in Tom Watkins, built in 1992. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2022 with an asking price of $700 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 6, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $183,600, with a rent estimate of $682/month.

Home Details for 1547 N Colgate Ave

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 8
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerWasher

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1992
Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Exterior: Other, WoodFoundation Type: Crawl RaisedPorch
Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street

Lot Information
Lot Area: 10846 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jul 6, 2022 Source: Zillow Rental Manager	ListingRemoved
Jul 1, 2022 Source: Zillow Rental Manager	Listed For Rent	$700

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2024	$948	$93,000

Additional Cost

Market trends in Springfield

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

$246K

$9.68KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.8%

Price per sq ft

$157

$3MoM

Available listings

1074

19MoM

Around this home

Williams Elementary School
PK-5
Public
412 Students
Springfield R-Xii School District
5/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
I'm a student at williams elementary school and last year in Westport .I couldn't do math but now I can. I'm really good at it now. But I'm still bad at spelling
Other Review
7mo ago
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Tom Watkins

At least 28 Trulia users voted on each feature.

91 % Say car is needed
84 % Say parking is easy
79 % Say it's dog friendly
78 % Say yards are well-kept
76 % Say kids play outside
59 % Say there are sidewalks
59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
56 % Say there's wildlife
52 % Say there's holiday spirit
44 % Say neighbors are friendly
44 % Say streets are well-lit
36 % Say it's quiet
36 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
25 % Say people would walk alone at night
21 % Say there are community events
18 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Resident
4y ago
"No events, per se, but everyone waves and smiles and keeps an eye on the kids. Classic neighborly area!"
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Trulia User
Resident
5y ago
"the neighborhood will improve once the trailer park is gone. and we need speedbumps on west Atlantic st. even the cops speed. it's ridiculous"
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Kdbeard1966
Visitor
6y ago
"There are many events in this area. Shopping in a variety of places the mall, Walmart, Target, Sams etc.. Annual music concerts, fair, rodeo, and car shows."
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Halle l. f. L.
Resident
7y ago
"There’s lots of crackheads here. Someone down the street has a target cart, I still don’t know how they got it across town. Don’t move here. "
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Heidi H.
Resident
8y ago
"I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 5 years. I love it. The neighbors are friendly and watch out for each other’s house. "
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Heidi H.
Resident
8y ago
"Older houses with great character. Friendly neighborhood. Hard working community. Fantastic park area at Tom Watkins park."
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queenofmissouri
Resident
8y ago
"I’ve lived in this neighbor for 16 years. Other than some bad renters, it’s a good place to live. I walk around the area almost everyday without incident. "
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Robert
16y ago
"Great area that has been overlooked by buyers. Home prices are excellent! Commute is easy to anywhere in the city. Right outside downtown and University..."
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Frequently asked questions about 1547 N Colgate Ave

What is 1547 N Colgate Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1547 N Colgate Ave in Springfield, MO is $183,600.
Is Springfield a buyer's or seller's market?
Springfield is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Springfield?
The median sale price in Springfield is $246K. That is up $9.68K from the prior month.
What do residents say about the Tom Watkins neighborhood?
Residents describe the Tom Watkins neighborhood in Springfield, MO as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Tom Watkins, Springfield.
Does 1547 N Colgate Ave have laundry facilities?
Yes, 1547 N Colgate Ave in Springfield, MO has in-unit laundry.
Does 1547 N Colgate Ave have parking?
Yes, 1547 N Colgate Ave in Springfield, MO has on-site parking.