1921 Colonial Revival house in Springfield, Missouri - $1.2 Million
Distinguished Colonial Revival house for sale in Springfield, Missouri. Built in 1921, it features a prestigious location near Rountree, 14-foot ceilings, original windows, a remodeled kitchen, a spacious primary suite with a soaking tub, over 2,200 square feet of brick patio, a detached four-car garage, 3 bedrooms, and 3,700 square feet. $1,200,000.
House overview
Located on one of Springfield’s most sought-after historic streets, and just moments from the beloved Rountree neighborhood, this Meadowmere Place residence offers the opportunity to own a historic home where the character has been preserved and the major improvements have already been made.
Architecture and interior
Originally constructed in 1921, this distinguished home has been thoughtfully stewarded for more than three decades. Behind its timeless architecture lies a rare combination of preserved historic character and substantial modernization, offering the charm of an early twentieth-century residence without the uncertainty often associated with aging systems.
Inside, the home offers more than 3,700 square feet of living space.
Fourteen-foot ceilings, original windows, and preserved millwork showcase the scale, craftsmanship, and architectural quality that make historic homes so enduringly desirable.
Formal living and dining rooms provide gracious spaces for gathering, while a flexible office, remodeled kitchen, and light-filled family room make the home equally suited for everyday living.
Upstairs, three bedrooms each feature a private ensuite bath, including a spacious primary suite with a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and walk-in closet. Two of the bathrooms have been fully remodeled, while the third has been thoughtfully updated for modern functionality.
A finished attic provides flexible additional space for a playroom, studio, media room, or fourth non-conforming bedroom.
The full basement offers additional living space, laundry, and abundant storage.
Exterior and grounds
Outside, more than 2,200 square feet of brick patio is surrounded by professionally landscaped grounds with irrigation, landscape lighting, and an electronic gated drive, creating a private backyard retreat. A detached four-car garage provides exceptional flexibility for vehicles, storage, hobbies, or future workspace.
With decades of significant improvements already completed, the next owner can simply enjoy the character, comfort, and lifestyle that have made Meadowmere Place one of Springfield’s most treasured historic addresses.
History of Meadowmere Place
Meadowmere Place traces its origins to William Howard Johnson, an influential Springfield developer responsible for platting several of the city’s early residential additions. Johnson purchased the land in 1904 and developed Meadowmere Place two years later, in 1906.
He is also credited with designing the still-standing pergolas and stone posts that help define the neighborhood’s distinctive sense of arrival. Originally used as gates to help contain farm animals, these stone features are now part of the lasting charm of Meadowmere Place. Their craftsmanship also reflects a broader Ozarks building tradition, where native stone was used not only for houses, but for walls, gateposts, and subdivision markers.
The setting itself is deeply tied to Springfield’s early residential and recreational history. In 1906, Springfield’s first country club was formed in the area bounded by Meadowmere Place, Portland Street, Delaware Street, and Glenstone Avenue. The landscape once included a neighborhood lake and open grounds that reflected the area’s early character as a residential retreat just beyond the city’s denser core.
By the late 1920s and 1930s, that landscape began to change: the lake was drained, the country club was gone, and Fassnight Creek was eventually buried underground. What remains today is one of Springfield’s most distinctive historic residential enclaves.
House details
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Interior area: 3,462 sqft
Lot size: 0.4 Acres
Year built: 1921
Style: Colonial Revival
State: Missouri
Price: $1,200,000
Photos and info: Smith Realty
Contact: Genevieve H. Henry, Smith Realty
Tel: (417) 861-0266
Email: hadie@ghhenry.com
Address: 1463 E Meadowmere Street, Springfield, MO 65804
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