956 E University Street
Springfield, MO 65807
Phelps Grove
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,104 sqft (on 0.50 acres)
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,104 sqft
(on 0.50 acres)
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Price/Sqft
$166
Climate Control
Central, Natural Gas & Central Air
Listed
46 days ago
Local Information
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About this House
Step into a home where timeless character meets modern comfort. Nestled on a coveted double lot in the desirable University Heights neighborhood, this one-of-a-kind property offers the warmth and craftsmanship of a classic home with the space, versatility, and updates today's buyers are looking for. For added peace of mind, a brand-new roof with a transferable warranty was installed in May 2026.One of the property's most exceptional features is the detached garage with a beautifully finished 383 sq. ft. apartment above--perfect for hosting guests, accommodating extended family, creating a private home office, or generating potential rental income.Inside, the 1,545 sq. ft. main level is designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Two spacious living areas provide room to gather or unwind, while the formal dining room is ideal for hosting family and friends. The updated kitchen is a true centerpiece, featuring granite countertops, a Thermador gas range, pantry, and a cozy breakfast nook where mornings begin with charm. Zoned heating adds year-round comfort throughout the home.Upstairs, the generous 1,559 sq. ft. second level offers a peaceful primary suite complete with a large closet and private ensuite featuring a relaxing soaker tub and walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms provide plenty of room for family, guests, or flexible living arrangements.The home also includes a 392 sq. ft. unfinished basement, offering valuable storage space or the opportunity to customize it to suit your future needs.Properties like this are rarely available. Combining historic charm, thoughtful updates, exceptional living space, and a highly sought-after location, this distinctive University Heights home is ready to welcome its next owners and begin its next chapter.
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Orvil L Skiles, (417) 818-7481
Keller Williams Local
Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#60323789
Also Listed on SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID.
Home Details for 956 E University Street
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MLS Status: Active |
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Interior Details Basement: Unfinished,Partial |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 3104 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Built-In Electric Oven, Microwave, DishwasherDishwasherMicrowave |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Central,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central |
Fireplace & Spa Has a Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood |
View Has a ViewView: City |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Faces Side |
Frontage Road Frontage: City StreetNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 3104 Square Feet |
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Days on Market: 46 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1937 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Tudor |
Property Information Parcel Number: 1325416018 |
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Price List Price: $515,000Price Per Sqft: $166 |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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Direction & Address City: SpringfieldCommunity: University Heights |
School Information Elementary School: SGF-SunshineJr High / Middle School: SGF-JarrettHigh School: SGF-Parkview |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 60323789 |
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Building Area Building Area: 3496 Square Feet |
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Lot Area: 0.50 acres |
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Listing Terms: Cash, VA Loan, FHA, Conventional |
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BasementMls Number: 60323789Attribution Contact: klrw369@kw.comAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 3104Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area: 392Below Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet |
Around this home
Neighborhood Overview
Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.
What Locals Say about Phelps Grove
At least 21 Trulia users voted on each feature.
93 % Say it's dog friendly
88 % Say there are sidewalks
86 % Say car is needed
85 % Say parking is easy
76 % Say yards are well-kept
66 % Say streets are well-lit
63 % Say kids play outside
57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
56 % Say there's wildlife
54 % Say people would walk alone at night
48 % Say there's holiday spirit
46 % Say it's quiet
32 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
27 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
19 % Say there are community events
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$490KSince last month
Decreased$10K (-2%)Since last year
Decreased$105K (-17.6%)Since last sale
Increased$67K (+15.8%)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 +43% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $490K |
| July 2026 | $500K |
| June 2026 | $525K |
| May 2026 | $525K |
| April 2026 | $604K |
| March 2026 | $590K |
| February 2026 | $568K |
| January 2026 | $588K |
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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 |
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0.12 | Single-Family Home | - | 09/18/25 | 3 | 3.5 | 2,536 | |
0.06 | Single-Family Home | - | 12/12/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,302 | |
0.05 | Single-Family Home | - | 07/17/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,344 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | - | 08/19/26 | 3 | 3 | 3,018 | |
0.40 | Single-Family Home | - | 12/08/25 | 4 | 3 | 3,324 | |
0.37 | Single-Family Home | - | 04/03/26 | 5 | 4 | 3,740 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | - | 05/21/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,458 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | - | 06/23/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 1,948 | |
0.43 | Single-Family Home | - | 01/26/26 | 5 | 3 | 3,356 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | - | 03/25/26 | 3 | 2 | 2,365 |
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 |
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0.04 | $439,000 | 3 | 2 | 2,074 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $517,400 | 4 | 3 | 3,403 | Off Market | |
0.05 | - | 4 | 2 | 2,344 | Recently Sold | |
0.03 | $376,100 | 3 | 2 | 2,907 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $217,100 | 2 | 1 | 981 | Off Market | |
0.09 | $620,100 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,778 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $206,600 | 2 | 1 | 989 | Off Market | |
0.06 | - | 3 | 2.5 | 2,302 | Recently Sold | |
0.07 | $661,400 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,785 | Off Market | |
0.09 | $334,100 | 4 | 2 | 1,590 | Off Market | |
0.12 | $425,700 | 3 | 3.5 | 2,536 | Off Market |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Aug 24, 2026 Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60323789 | PriceChange | $515,000 Price decreased by 2% |
Jul 9, 2026 Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60323789 | Listed For Sale | $525,000 |
May 29, 2026 Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60323789 | ListingRemoved | $525,000 |
May 16, 2026 Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60323789 | Pending | $525,000 |
May 15, 2026 Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60323789 | PriceChange | $525,000 Price increased by 25% |
Aug 14, 2021 Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #60191732 | Pending | $419,900 |
Jul 23, 2021 Source: ReeceNichols Real Estate #60191732 | PriceChange | $419,900 Price decreased by 2% |
Jul 20, 2021 Source: ReeceNichols Real Estate #60191732 | PendingToActive | $428,800 |
Jun 28, 2021 Source: ReeceNichols Real Estate #60191732 | Pending | $428,800 |
Jun 16, 2021 Source: ReeceNichols Real Estate #60191732 | PriceChange | $428,800 Price decreased by 2% |
May 29, 2021 Source: ReeceNichols Real Estate #60191732 | Listed For Sale | $438,800 |
Mar 28, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $415,000 |
Feb 4, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $415,000 Price decreased by 1% |
Jan 3, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | PendingToActive | $419,000 |
Dec 28, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $419,000 |
Dec 10, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $419,000 Price decreased by 2% |
Nov 16, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $429,000 Price decreased by 2% |
Oct 19, 2019 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $439,000 |
Sep 28, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $359,900 |
Aug 28, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $359,900 Price decreased by 4% |
Jun 8, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $375,900 Price decreased by 6% |
Nov 4, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $399,900 |
May 29, 2015 Source: N/A | ListingRemoved | $440,000 |
Mar 18, 2015 Source: N/A | Listed For Sale | $440,000 |
Jun 29, 2014 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $455,000 |
Dec 11, 2013 Source: N/A | Sold | -- |
May 7, 2004 Source: N/A | Sold | -- |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $4,773 | $504,200 |
Home facts updated by county records
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Frequently asked questions about 956 E University Street
- What is the estimated monthly payment for 956 E University Street?Based on a $515,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 956 E University Street in Springfield, MO is approximately $3,068 (about $2,697 principal & interest, $296 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
- How does the list price for 956 E University Street compare to homes in Springfield?956 E University Street in Springfield, MO is listed at $515,000, about 109% above the $246K median sale price in Springfield.
- What do residents say about the Phelps Grove neighborhood?Residents describe the Phelps Grove neighborhood in Springfield, MO as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See homes for sale in Phelps Grove, Springfield.
- What are the closest schools to 956 E University Street?The closest schools to 956 E University Street in Springfield, MO are Delaware Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 4/10), Jarrett Middle School (rated 5/10), Parkview High School (rated 4/10).
- Does 956 E University Street have air conditioning?Yes, 956 E University Street in Springfield, MO has air conditioning.
- How big is the lot at 956 E University Street?The lot at 956 E University Street in Springfield, MO is about 0.50 acres (21,780 sq ft).
956 E University Street, Springfield, MO 65807 is a 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 3,104 sqft single-family home built in 1937. 956 E University Street is located in Phelps Grove, Springfield. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Jul 9, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 60323789.