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

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

Springfield is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Springfield?

The median sale price in Springfield is $258K. That is up $1.08K 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 .

What are the closest schools to 1968 N Colgate Ave?

The closest schools to 1968 N Colgate Ave in Springfield, MO are Hillcrest High School (rated 4/10), Reed Middle School (rated 3/10), Williams Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10).

How big is the lot at 1968 N Colgate Ave?

The lot at 1968 N Colgate Ave in Springfield, MO is about 0.85 acres (37,026 sq ft).

1968 N Colgate Ave, Springfield, MO 65802

OFF MARKET

$14,000

Tax assessed value

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,152 sqft (on 0.85 acres)

1968 N Colgate Ave, Springfield, MO 65802

Tom Watkins

Home Value

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Nearby home prices

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Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
1953 N Hillcrest Ave, Springfield, MO 65802	0.02	$150,900	3	1	1,052	Off Market
1960 N Colgate Ave, Springfield, MO 65802	0.03	-	3	1	1,422	Off Market
1972 N Colgate Ave #L-360, Springfield, MO 65802	0.03	-	-	-	-	Off Market
1972 N Colgate Ave #L-356, Springfield, MO 65802	0.03	-	-	-	-	Off Market
1972 N Colgate Ave #L-359, Springfield, MO 65802	0.03	-	-	-	-	Off Market
1972 N Colgate Ave #L-357, Springfield, MO 65802	0.03	-	-	-	-	Off Market
1972 N Colgate Ave #L-358, Springfield, MO 65802	0.03	-	-	-	-	Off Market
1972 N Colgate Ave #L-353, Springfield, MO 65802	0.03	-	-	-	-	Off Market
1949 N Hillcrest Ave, Springfield, MO 65802	0.03	$138,000	3	1	1,052	Off Market
1952 N Colgate Ave, Springfield, MO 65802	0.04	$84,400	2	1	1,120	Off Market
1945 N Hillcrest Ave, Springfield, MO 65802	0.04	$142,000	3	1	1,052	Off Market
1939 N Hillcrest Ave, Springfield, MO 65802	0.05	$131,700	3	1	1,008	Off Market
1935 N Hillcrest Ave, Springfield, MO 65802	0.05	$134,500	3	1	1,008	Off Market
522-540 N Hillcrest Ave, Springfield, MO 65802	0.06	$69,300	2	1	816	Off Market
535-601 N Hillcrest Ave, Springfield, MO 65802	0.06	$179,600	Studio	-	-	Off Market
535-607 N Hillcrest Ave, Springfield, MO 65802	0.06	-	Studio	-	-	Off Market
1931 N Hillcrest Ave, Springfield, MO 65802	0.06	$142,200	3	1	1,044	Off Market
1938 N Hillcrest Ave, Springfield, MO 65802	0.06	$151,500	3	2	1,110	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 2007

0.85 acre lot

1,152 sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1968 N Colgate Ave, Springfield, MO. 1968 N Colgate Ave is in the Tom Watkins neighborhood in Springfield, MO and in ZIP code 65802. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,152 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.85 acres and was built in 2007.

1968 N Colgate Ave, Springfield, MO 65802 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,152 sqft single-family home in Tom Watkins, built in 2007. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,458/month.

Home Details for 1968 N Colgate Ave

Interior Features
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1.5
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 5

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2007
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Foundation Type: Crawl Raised

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.85 acres

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2018	$148	$14,000

Home facts updated by county records

Additional Cost

Market trends in Springfield

Last updated September 2026

Avg. sale price

$258K

$1.08KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.5%

0.3%MoM

Price per sq ft

$158

$0MoM

Available listings

932

9MoM

Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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
10mo ago
7 Reviews

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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

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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
7y 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.
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8y 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 1968 N Colgate Ave

Is Springfield a buyer's or seller's market?
Springfield is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Springfield?
The median sale price in Springfield is $258K. That is up $1.08K 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.
What are the closest schools to 1968 N Colgate Ave?
The closest schools to 1968 N Colgate Ave in Springfield, MO are Hillcrest High School (rated 4/10), Reed Middle School (rated 3/10), Williams Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10).
How big is the lot at 1968 N Colgate Ave?
The lot at 1968 N Colgate Ave in Springfield, MO is about 0.85 acres (37,026 sq ft).