Their loss is your gain and we have the receipts!!! This charming English Cottage was built by William E. Johnson for Robert & Bertha Wilson, the owners of Missouri Neon Company. It was the first house in Springfield to be lit by neon lights! They owned this storybook cottage from 1937 to 1957. Now, you have the chance to own this cozy cottage nestled among the trees on Historic Walnut Street! The home is made of Carthage stone, stucco, and wood, and covered in wood shake shingles. There are beautiful gardens surrounding the house. There's a lovely covered front porch, perfect for a morning coffee or to enjoy a summer's rain. You'll notice there's a long concrete parking area so you and your guests don't have to park in the street. And if you have an RV, it fits perfectly! There's a wood fence surrounding the property, with several access points and a two-car garage with a sunroom. As you enter the home through the Dutch door, you'll be greeted with the storybook charm you'd expect: a wood beam ceiling, fireplace, and lights that surround the room (originally neon). There are original hardwood floors and crown molding. Once you pass the dining room, you have your choice of master bedrooms. The first-floor bedroom has access to a full bath with a walk-in shower and access to the laundry room. On the second floor, you go up the spiral staircase to a large bedroom with its own bath and sitting area. The updated kitchen has granite countertops, stainless appliances with a double oven. Next to the kitchen is the living room with a beautiful view of the back yard garden. There's a lovely pergola and hot tub (staying). It's quite private, surrounded by trees. You are close to Cherry & Pickwick, Downtown, MSU & stores and restaurants. Put this Storybook Cottage on your list to see, it may be your next dream home!
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1673 E Walnut Street, Springfield, MO 65802
2beds
1,804sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
0.27 Acres Lot
$317,100 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$1,340 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 22, 2025 at 11:54am
Listed by:
Richard Crabtree 417-224-4573,
Murney Associates - Primrose
Bought with:
Adam C Johnson, 2012035966
Alpha Realty MO, LLC
Source: SOMOMLS,MLS#: 60302853
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Area: 147.84
- Dimensions: 13.2 x 11.2
Bedroom 2
- Area: 541.36
- Dimensions: 26.8 x 20.2
Dining room
- Area: 152.9
- Dimensions: 13.9 x 11
Family room
- Area: 256.62
- Dimensions: 18.2 x 14.1
Kitchen
- Area: 182.16
- Dimensions: 18.4 x 9.9
Living room
- Area: 304.41
- Dimensions: 21.9 x 13.9
Utility room
- Area: 95.46
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.6
Heating
- Forced Air, Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Built-In Electric Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Main Level, W/D Hookup
Features
- High Speed Internet, Internet - Cable, Granite Counters, Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-in Shower
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Tile
- Windows: Blinds
- Has basement: No
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,804
- Total interior livable area: 1,804 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,804
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Parking Space, Workshop in Garage, Private, Paved, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Additional Parking
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Garden
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub, Bath
- Fencing: Wood,Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Rear, Mature Trees, Level, Secluded
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse
- Parcel number: 1219123042
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Stucco, Stone
- Foundation: Poured Concrete
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- Year built: 1937
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Lighting, High Efficiency - 90%+
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Springfield
- Subdivision: Kennedy Heights
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Concrete, Chip And Seal