Historic Square in Ozark Missouri



The city of Ozark was first settled in 1833 along the banks of the Finley River. Among the first businesses was a general store, doctors office, wagon and freight yard, and a blacksmith shop.

In 1882, the railroad arrived. Along with it, came new businesses and Ozark continued to grow. After the Great Depression, the population began to dwindle.

Christian County was established in 1859 and was named after Christian County, Kentucky. The Christian County Courthouse was built in 1860 on the north side of the square in Ozark.





This is the Ozark square today. This is the Ozark square today. Throught the Ozark Main Street Program and with the help of local and state grants, the square has been restored to promote the historic era. Three notorious "Baldknobbers" were hanged on the Southwest corner of the Square. Ozark is currently trying to erect a new monument of this event.

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Along The Banks of the Finley River!

Ozark was first settled in 1883 along the banks of the Finley River. The original bridge was long removed and the current bridge is in it's place. To read more about the history of Ozark, click here.



Further north of the Finley River Bridge is one of Southwest Missouri's oldest restaurants, Riverside Inn.

The bridge at Riverside Inn was a learning experience for one of my children. Coming home late one evening, she crossed over the bridge, in the fog, after a heavy rain and suddenly found herself floating down the river. Quick thinking, she was able to swim out before her car went under water. Once we fished the car out, she had to drive it, mildew smell and all!

Springfield Missouri Real Estate Market Update - January 2007




The start of the Real Estate market this year has gotten off to a good start. With the weather playing havoc, showing homes was a little difficult - No! - Very difficult. Here is a breakdown of the market for January for single family residential homes in and around Springfield Mo.

Residential Homes for Sale - 4409
Expired - 416
New Listing for January - 639
Under Contract - 493
Sold - 378

An additional breakdown for single family residential homes sold by price range:

$0 - $100,000 - 102
$100,001 - $200,000 - 192
$200,001 - $300,000 - 49
$300,001 - $400,000 - 18
$400,001 - $500,00 - 10
$500,000 & Up - 7


Interest rates are still low for single family residential mortgages. Interested in finding out what your home is worth, call for a free home evaluation or visit my website at www.kayvankampen.com.



Figures courtesy of Greater Springfield MLS