Springfield, MO
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data

Springfield's Demographic Profile

Springfield has 79,067 households and a median income of $44,545, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A +4% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.

Key Demographic Metric Value
Population 176,494
# Households 79,067
Median age 35
Median household income $44,545
Avg household size 2.0
Renter-occupied housing units 45,455
5-year population change +4%

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Nearby Office Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Springfield $193 20,032 SF 7.25%
Ozark $433 6,239 SF 5.75%
Nearby Retail Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size
Springfield $187 8,177 SF
Pleasant Hope $163 3,300 SF
Ozark $678 12,826 SF
Marshfield $145 3,931 SF
Bolivar $190 10,020 SF
Nearby Multifamily Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Springfield $185 20,967 SF 8.22%
Republic $192 120,000 SF 5.47%
Pleasant Hope $163 3,300 SF 8.15%
Bolivar $111 122,400 SF 6.24%

Commercial Properties For Sale in Springfield

The listings below reflect how current market pricing and building scale translate into active opportunities available today.
For Sale

100% OCCUPIED OFFICE INVESTMENT

Springfield, MO 65804

  • 13,101 SF Office Building
  • 7.01% Cap Rate
  • $2,100,000
For Sale

504 W Commercial St

Springfield, MO 65803

  • 12,319 SF Retail Building
  • $285,000
For Sale

5448 W Highway 266

Springfield, MO 65802

  • 14.25 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $1,400,000
For Sale

2827 N Eastgate Ave

Springfield, MO 65803

  • 1.55 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $600,000
For Sale

W Republic Rd & Farm Rd 123

Battlefield, MO 65619

  • 13.37 AC Lot
  • 1 Commercial Lot
  • $1,200,000
For Sale

Plaza Shopping Center

Springfield, MO 65804

  • 6,006 SF Retail Building
  • $1,140,000

Average Price For Sale

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Average Price For Lease

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Number of Listings

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Nearby Commercial Markets

Comparing nearby markets helps investors see whether Springfield pricing and building scale sit above, below, or in line with surrounding areas.

Commercial Markets Avg Cost/SF Average Size
Springfield $166 20,350 SF
Battlefield $83 15,000 SF
Brookline $83 15,000 SF
Republic $128 63,246 SF

Multifamily Properties For Sale in Springfield

For Sale

Spirit of St Louis

Springfield, MO 65802

  • 56,000 SF Multifamily
  • $7,000,000

Regional Demographic Comparison

This comparison places Springfield alongside nearby cities to show how population size, household counts, and income levels differ across the region. Viewing these markets side by side helps investors understand whether local demand and income characteristics are concentrated in Springfield or distributed across surrounding areas.

City Population # Households Age Median Household Income Avg Household Size Renter Occupied Housing Units Five Yr Pop Growth %
Springfield 176,494 79,067 35 $44,545 2 45,455 4%
Battlefield 6,013 2,274 40 $83,718 3 432 3%
Brookline 8,528 3,255 40 $81,284 3 635 4%
Willard 6,150 2,280 37 $80,905 3 661 1%
Republic 19,847 7,519 35 $62,829 3 2,575 5%

Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in Springfield, MO and update as inventory changes. Averages can shift between periods or vary across property types depending on the mix of listings available at a given time, so individual metrics may not reflect broader market trends. These figures are best used as directional benchmarks for early market evaluation. For comprehensive commercial real estate data and analytics, subscribe to CoStar.

FAQs About Commercial Investing in Springfield

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Is Springfield a good market for a first-time commercial real estate investor?

Springfield offers commercial properties across a wide range of sizes and price points. By reviewing the market data and benchmarks on this page, first-time investors can better understand what a typical commercial property looks like before committing capital and narrowing in on specific listings.

How can this market data help me decide whether to buy commercial property for my business in Springfield?

The pricing and size metrics on this page help business owners compare the cost of ownership against leasing in Springfield. Typical building sizes and asking prices provide a starting point for evaluating space needs, budget fit, and long term occupancy costs before engaging lenders or brokers.

What should conservative investors focus on when evaluating commercial properties in Springfield?

Conservative investors often prioritize manageable deal sizes, stable pricing ranges, and cap rate benchmarks shown for Springfield. These metrics help assess whether current market conditions support steady income potential without relying on aggressive assumptions.

How does Springfield compare to nearby commercial real estate markets?

Nearby market comparisons highlight differences in pricing, building scale, and cap rate ranges relative to Springfield. Reviewing these side by side helps experienced investors identify relative value, pricing premiums, or alternative markets that may better align with return targets.

How can this page support early-stage deal screening for Springfield acquisitions?

This page provides high-level benchmarks for pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates in Springfield, which are useful for initial market filtering. Institutional and data-driven investors often use these signals to prioritize listings that meet size, pricing, and return thresholds before deeper underwriting.