There were 181 homes sold through mid-July. Here are the top 10 hottest selling subdivisions in Ozark Missouri and prices homes are selling for:  #1. Rolling Prarie  16 homes sold, prices range from $104,000 to $174,500  #2. The Rivers  12 homes sold, prices range from $107,650 to $161,400  #3. Pinecrest  10 homes sold, prices range from $89,900 to $179,900  #4. Barrington Springs  7 homes sold, prices range from $165,000 to $290,000  #5. Turnberry Estates  6 homes sold, prices range from $114,000 to $126,000  #6. McGuffey Park  5 homes sold, prices range from $132,000 to $230,000  #7 Oak Hill Estates  5 homes sold, prices range from $89,900 to $114,000  #8. Laurel Hills  4 homes sold, prices range from $117,900 to 127,000  #9. Pleasant Valley  4 homes sold, prices range from $147,000 t... 07/21/2009

Market Report - Residential Christian County Missouri  June 2009 Real Estate         Single Family Total Sold 80     Date Range 6/01/09   6-30/09   Sold Price Range $31,000   $290,000   Average Sold Price $142,089     Average DOM (Days On Market) 78     Under Contract 186     Under Contract Price Range $13,200   $279,900   Average Listing Price $137,981     Active Listings through 300k 823     Price Range for this report $20,000   $300,000   Average Listing Price $159,444     Data Provided by GSBOR on 07/01/09. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Prepared by John Knowles, REALTOR. 07/01/2009

Its hard to believe that 2009 is almost half over. Its time to review your professional and personal goals for this year and see how well you are doing. Chances are you have met some goals and others have slipped off your radar screen. Time to get back on track. Is what you are doing working or do you need to re-evaluate where you are going?   Remember to keep your goals SMART! Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic Timely Springfield MO homes for sale 06/16/2009

If you are a buyer searching for real estate in Ozark, Mo., you missed out on a great open house today.  Like so many consumers, previewing a home is still a necessity.  You can gather details from the internet, yet without seeing the home, photos can be deceiving.  The home may be better than the photos.  Or bigger!  Or Smaller!  Without seeing the home in person, you can't fall in love with the setting or smell the roses And what about the beautiful Ozark square?  AHHHH!  You missed that too.  There are so many great reasons to live here.  The city park has walking trails, tennis courts, softball fields, rodeo grounds, playgrounds and great fishing sites.  The schools are Triple A rated.  New walking trails along the Finley River were built a few years ago and seem to be one of Ozark... 05/31/2009

The Ozark Community Center, better known as the "OC" is now open! The new 67,200 sq ft facility includes areas for fitness, aquatic, concession, cage, gym, community rooms and something for everyone! Its something the whole community can be proud of. Highlights include: fitness classes, zero depth entry pool, lazy river, vortex, pool slide, fitness center with cardio equip, free weights, aerobic room, spin room, gym with two full-size basketball courts, meting rooms, child care, and much more! We made a video to show you some of the fun!   Ozark Missouri Real Estate Listings Springfield Missouri Real Estate Listings   05/03/2009

Market Report - Residential Christian County Missouri April 2009 Real Estate         Single Family Total Sold 65     Date Range 4/01/09- 4/30/09    Sold Price Range $43,500-  $400,000   Average Sold Price $151,233     Average DOM (Days On Market) 60     Under Contract 171     Under Contract Price Range $39,900-  $425,000   Average UC Listing Price $167,907     Active Listings 948     Price Range $19,900-  $799,900   Average Listing Price $209,084       Data Provided by GSBOR on 5/01/09. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Max price range ran $800,000. Prepared by John Knowles, REALTOR. Ozark Missouri Real Estate Listings Springfield Missouri Real Estate Listings 05/01/2009

 I had the privilege of interviewing Tom Bass recently.  I first met Tom in 2006 when he served with me on the Committee to Development a New Comprehensive Plan for the City of Ozark.  He impressed me with his straightforward common sense, and insightful ideas regarding future growth within the City of Ozark.  Shortly thereafter, he coached my son's baseball team through the Ozarks Parks Department.  Coaching a team of 10-year-old boys with little athletic coordination was no easy task, and quite frankly, we only won one game, but Tom led those boys with a sense of pride, and a great sense of humor, and made sure a good time and fun was had by all.  Tom also owns our local Farmers Insurance Agency, and I had referred a few clients to him for their homeowners insurance needs.  The feedba... 03/04/2009

Here is the latest market report for real estate in Christian County Missouri. This includes cities of Ozark, Nixa, and surrounding areas. If you would like more specific information about homes in your neighborhood, give us a call today!  417-631-7234   real estate in Springfield Missouri, Ozark Missouri, Nixa Missouri Market Report - Residential Christian County Missouri Real Estate         Under Contract 139     Under Contract Price Range $29,900 - $489,900     Average Listing Price $164,526     Average Days on Market 88     Active Listings 885     Price Range $21,900 - $889,900     Average Listing Price $214,933     Data Provided by GSBOR on 2/17/09. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Prepared by John Knowles, REALTOR.             02/17/2009

My sister in West Plains sent me these pictures of ice storm damage in their yard. Here in Ozark Missouri we only got about an inch of sleet and four inches of snow. More SE of here (West Plains and Northern Arkansas) they got at least an inch of ice! There are over 100,000 people without electricity. Hopefully with the crews working 24-7 they won't be out too long.  We had a similar storm in Springfield a couple of years ago and people were in the cold for weeks.               Search for real estate in Springfield Missouri   01/28/2009

2009 Ozark Missouri Business of the Year The local Chamber of Commerce held it's annual banquet on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at Riverside Inn in Ozark, Mo.    Each year the chamber recognizes a business that has contributed to the Chamber of Commerce and the city of Ozark.  The busiess is selected by a vote of the chamber.         OTC Richwood Valley Campus was the recipient of the 2009 Business of the Year award, with Steve Biermann accepting on behalf of OTC.  Presenting the award was the new Chamber Director, Chris Stone.   OTC is located between Ozark and Nixa, Mo on Hwy 14.  Since opening their doors in 2007, they have been a major contributor to the city of Ozark and Chamber of Commerce.        We are proud to have OTC as part of our community and let's not forget our new direct... 01/27/2009

  Most of us locals remember when Bumstead's opened in 2002.  It was the first of its kind in Ozark.  Located just outside the city limits on the outer road of Highway 65 between Highway CC and Highway 14, it was the first real restaurant/lounge where alcohol was served.  It was our own little Cheers, with its own homemade military contraption in front (who created this anyway?), to the funny little car mounted in the air at the entrance, the cartoonish helicopter on the roof, to the historic imported bar in the back room.  Until it suddenly closed in 2006.  In 2008, the previous owner tried to reopen it, but the magic was gone.       That's when Patrick Lee, owner of Lee Group Construction Management & Development from Branson came in the picture.  Patrick bought Bumstead's on December... 01/23/2009

Are you considering moving to Ozark Missouri? Here's a video slide show of scenes from Ozark that shows some highlights around town. Scenes include historic downtown, park, duck races and more.   If you're looking for a home in Ozark or surrounding areas, give TeamKnowles a call today! 417-631-7234 Search Springfield Missouri Real Estate Listings!       01/11/2009

January 1 was the annual Polar Bear Fly for the Ozark Mountain Barnstormers RC airplane club. There were 19 or 20 flyers at the RC flying field from Ozark, Springfield, and Nixa.   The weather was a little cold and a bit breezy, but really not too bad for January. In between flying, the participants enjoyed hot chili, hot chocolate, and airplane stories.  The flying field is located on Cheyenne road between Ozark and Nixa. Visitors are welcome anytime the gate is open. Usually there are people flying anytime the weather is nice, especially on weekends. Wednesday evenings are for training new pilots and open flying.  For more information about the club visit their website: http://www.ozarkmountainbarnstormers.com/  If you are thinking about buying or selling a home in the Ozarks? You ca... 01/07/2009

SEARCH OZARK MISSOURI REAL ESTATE Ozark is a thriving community that is experiencing rapid growth in the residential and commercial areas. The population of Ozark grew at a record pace of 119% in the last 10 years and is projected to continue this growth well into the future. Ozark enjoys a small-town feel with all the amenities of being in a metropolitan area.Ozark is located on US Highway 65 between Springfield and Branson. The approximate travel time to Springfield is 10 minutes and 25 minutes to downtown Branson, MO.Ozark recently was nominated as the best place to go antiquing in Southwest Missouri by Rural Magazine. Searching for real estate in Ozark Missouri?  You've come to the right place.  SEARCH HERE for single family, multifamily, condos, town homes, commercial, vacant land... 01/03/2009

2008 has been an interesting year to say the least! We want to wish all our friends and clients a Happy New Year for 2009. We've sold a lot of homes in Ozark, Springfield, and Nixa this year. Home prices have dipped some but thankfully not too much. We're confident 2009 will see positive recovery in the real estate market. We still live in one of the greatest areas of the country and love the people and our community!   Springfield Missouri Real Estate Listings 12/31/2008

Spacious new home in the heart of Ozark w/awesome view of downtown. This new construction home offers a front & back covered porch, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, open floor plan, 4, yes, a 4 bay garage, jetted tub, partial unfinished walkout basement with room for second living area or 4th bedroom & plumbed for a third bathroom. Oh, did we tell you its on a big corner lot? Here's a opportunity to find an awesome new construction!        Kay Van Kampen is a local Realtor serving Springfield, Ozark, Nixa, Rogersville, Republic and surrounding areas in Missouri.  She is ready and available to help you with all your Springfield Mo real estate needs.  To contact her go to www.kayvankampen.com. If you would like a free list of homes for sale in this area/neighborhood, would like more information about S... 12/26/2008

Top 5 Myths About Selling Your Home in Ozark, Nixa, or Springfield Missouri.  Don't be confused by these "myth-understandings"!  Myth #1.   I should wait to sell my house because it's a buyer's market.  Truth: While the market has slowed down some, it isn't nearly as bad in our area like some parts of the country. A high proportion of the foreclosures are in four states: Arizona, California, Florida, and Nevada.  The fact is homes are selling in Ozark, Springfield, and Nixa if they are marketed correctly, clean and staged to sell, and priced correctly according to the neighborhood, square footage, age, and condition. We are still a growing area and people still need homes.  Myth #2.   I should list my home with a friend or relative that sells real estate. Truth: Just as my mother taugh... 12/16/2008

Ozark Mo Real Estate, Ozark Mo Homes For Sale, Ozark Mo Homes I drove around Ozark today looking at the progress we have made to revitalize the City of Ozark. Many homes are now being torn down to make way for progress.....I guess I always thought progress was restoring and improving our community.  However, the City of Ozark has decided that those shabby, outdated communities near the square were too far gone to rehab.  In their place are plans for developing approximately 30 acres in the middle of town overlooking the Finley River. A few years ago the Missouri Department of Economic Development  received a "Best Practice" award from HUD for their funding support of the City of Ozark, Missouri downtown revitalization.  We now have new walking trails and the square has been revitalized ... 12/14/2008

Top 5 Reasons Now Is The Best Time To Buy A Home in Ozark, Nixa, Or Springfield Missouri! It's no secret it's a buyer's market. The selection of homes is good in all price ranges. This means you can get a great deal whether you are a first-time buyer or moving up to a larger home. Interest rates are very competitive.  With rates around 5%. This helps homes be even more affordable. Foreclosures, REO's, and short sales. While the real estate market in the Ozarks is much better than other parts of the country, there are still a good number of foreclosed and short sale properties available. If you are looking for investment property or just a good deal, now is the time to act. The real estate market moves in cycles. Historically when you buy a home in a slower market, when the market recov... 12/10/2008

Saturday was the annual Hot Air Balloon Glow in the park at Ozark Missouri. This was a great event to support the Make a Wish Foundation. The balloons were awesome!  The balloons were tethered to the ground. I'm told the fuel to heat the balloons is invisible so they add a chemical to make them light up.  The kids and adults alike loved it and it's all to support a great cause.   11/24/2008