**SOLD** Adorable home in NW Springfield. Close to airport and shopping. 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Enjoy the beautiful sunsets from your private deck or Hot Tub.All appliances stay with acceptable offer. This home has been recently painted inside with neutral colors and is ready for you to move right in.Air conditioner is only 2 years old. New carpet September 2014. Congratulations to the new Home Owners!   Need to Sell  your home or looking to Buy? Give me a call today to discuss your options. I would be honored to help you in your Real Estate Adventure. 417-812-6311     Springfield, MO is a southern Missouri town with friendly people. Springfield is the third largest town in Missouri. It is home to several Universities and Colleges, including Missouir State University and Ozark Technica... 12/15/2014

Each day the Dakota Carson Realty Group blogs on our website.  Here is a recap of what is happening in our world this week.  Click on the title to read the entire blog.   DCRG Monday Movie Review – Dumb and Dumber To Posted on December 8, 2014 by dakota DCRG Monday Movie Review – Dumb and Dumber To Let’s talk movies today on this cool December morning.  So when Dumb and Dumber first came out, I absolutely loved it, which shocked even me.  I do not typically like that slap stick, dumb, humor for some odd reason, the movie caught my fancy and I found myself watching it over and over.  So jump forward 20 years and the sequel is due to come out and my boys, ages 14 and 12, were so excited to see it.  I normally am not a lover of sequels either but we decided to go.     Tasty Tuesday – Choco... 12/12/2014

Duplexes for sale in Ozark, Missouri Are you looking for investment property?  Let us suggest you take a look in Ozark.     Click on photo for more information on these units.   We have other options! There are multiple properties for sale in the Ozark and Springfield area that would make great residual income.  Multi family units work well in the Ozarks and most of the time, you have no issues with keeping the units rented or leased. Check out these other multi family properties currently on the market!   The Dakota Carson Realty Group specializes in real estate in the Ozarks and we are just a phone call away.  You can reach a team member at any time of any day by calling 417-501-4788.  You can also visit our website for more multi family units.  You can change the criteria of your sea... 12/10/2014

Tour a Marionville Missouri Home Welcome home to 16387 Lawrence 1242 in Marionville. You can enjoy country living with the convenience of being located close to town. Built in 2007, this 3 bedroom is located in the quiet Eagle Rock subdivision that is near the Marionville High School just off Hwy 14. Home is well built and is in immaculate condition. Outside you will find large, almost 2 acre, lot that has nice lawn and mature landscaping in front of home. Inside you are greeted with living room that has gorgeous flooring, trayed ceiling and great windows overlooking front yard. Kitchen has nice cabinetry with storage and counter space. Kitchen has great open space! Home has split bedroom floorplan placing master suite on separate end of home. Master bedroom has trayed ceiling and great... 12/08/2014

Prairie View Heights, Springfield MO   Why move to Prairie View Heights, in Springfield MO? Prairie View Heights is a large neighborhood in Springfield Mo. Some of the houses in the neighborhood have a Battlefield address. Prairie View Heights has 12 Additions.   Location:  It's far southwest Springfield location is at the edge of town.  The neighborhood feels private, making Springfield feel far away. Even though the city feels far away, it is not. Prairie View Heights is located close to restaurants and grocery stores, including a new Walmart neighborhood market.  Prairie View Heights is 2 miles from the Chesterfield Family Center, which includes a gym and indoor pool.     Friendly neighborhood: The Prairie View Heights HOA includes a pool and a clubhouse, along with Common Area Maint... 12/05/2014

Below is the Springfield MO Real Estate Market Report for September 2014.  Home sales are down in almost every price range, but the number of homes currently under contract indicate sales should improve by next month's market report.         Homes for Sale in Springfield, MO: Total Active Listings: 1,361 homes Under Contract:  267 pending sales Total Sold Listings for September:  368 sales Springfield MO Sales Price Information Average Sales Price: $149,395 Sale Price to List Price Ratio: 96.47% Days on Market (for Sold homes) Average Days on Market:  63 days     Search All Springfield MO Homes For Sale     10/23/2014

Look at these farm and farm land available in the Ozarks!  Before you start dreaming about your perfect farm in your head, you first have to take a serious look at your budget. You budget is going to determine how much farm land you end up with, and what is going to be on it in the first place. Having a good handle on your “numbers” is a good habit to be in. It let’s you be brutally honest with yourself, and will save you a lot of stress and headaches throughout your life.   Are you looking to actually farm the land for income? Always keep in mind that “you get what you pay for”. Sometimes a deal is not a deal when you really start to take a microscope to it. There are a number of farmers who got a “good deal” on a piece of land, only to have to move years later when they realized there... 10/14/2014

There are plenty of homes currently on the market with the lease purchase option.  Here are a few!   Life doesn't always turn out as we planned, especially in the area of our finances.  In today's financial environment, obtaining a home loan can sometimes be difficult.  If that is the case in your situation, lease purchasing a home is a great option for you and your family.     Here are the basics:   After locating the home of your dreams, you will enter into an actual real estate contract to buy the property.  You will give the owner a down payment, this sometimes does and sometimes does not go towards the sales price of the home.  You will make the closing date a year or two out.  This will allow you plenty of time to get your finances in order to obtain a home loan.  You will pay an ... 10/13/2014

Remarkable 5 bed, 2 1/2 bath home in Springfield MO!802 S Jester Ave, Springfield, MO 65802$159,900KEY FEATURESYear Built: 2005Sq Footage: 2272 sqft.Bedrooms: 5 BedsBathrooms: 2.5 BathsLot Size: .24 AcresProperty Type: Single Family HouseDESCRIPTIONThis remarkable 1.5 Story, 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bath home is located in the Willard MO School district. The layout of this home is ideal for a growing family and priced to be affordable. The home features an open floor plan, large living area, lots of cabinetry in the kitchen, additional pantry, large master on the main level, nice sized laundry and additional half bath. Upstairs you will find an additional 4 bedrooms and a full bath with double sinks. Outside you will enjoy the privacy fenced yard, beautiful landscaping and a covered patio for yo... 10/10/2014

Everyone loves a home with water views!   It could be ocean views, lake views and even the small lakes scattered around golf courses can create a peaceful and relaxing setting.   Check out these homes in the Ozarks with water views that are currently on the market!               The Ozarks are blessed to have plenty of great rivers and lakes in our area.  Not all of these are located in Greene County.  If you are interested in homes on or near the water outside of Greene County, we can certainly help.  The Dakota Carson Realty Group is just a phone call away and we can find the perfect location for you and your family's needs.  Give us a call at 417-501-4788 and let's talk details.   Here are more homes in Greene County that have fantastic water views. To adjust the search area, simply ... 10/08/2014

Affordable homes around the Ozarks that need a little TLC!                     There are plenty of properties currently on the market in and around Springfield that would be great rental properties or even family homes.  These homes are priced to sell so you can find great deals if you are willing to put a little work in to them.  The big ticket items such as roof, new HVAC and windows are usually the main items that will need updated and are the most costly on your checkbook.  But after that, you are down to cosmetics such as paint and cleaning.    Often times you can double your money or add a great second income for your family if you use the home as a rental.                 You can find great properties such as these homes by clicking on the photos.  This will link to all the homes... 10/07/2014

Is now a good time to sell a home in Springfield MO? Selling a home in Springfield MO. What a difference a couple of years makes!  A few years ago the best-selling homes were foreclosures and short sales. If you were a buyer bargains were everywhere; especially if you were willing to do a little work to a distressed property. This dampened home prices across the board. Many homeowners who wanted to sell a home in Springfield MO sat on the sidelines and watched the market go lower and lower. New construction was nowhere to be found.  Today’s real estate market in the Ozarks has shifted and is much better than before.This includes Ozark, Nixa, Highlandville, Rogersville, Willard, and Republic. Home sales in all price levels are up with homes priced $90,000 to $150,000 currently selling th... 10/02/2014

Homes for sale in Nixa Missouri School District Check out Homes for sale in the Nixa area!   The mission of Nixa Public Schools:   Dedicated to our legacy of excellence, is ensure all students achieve maximum potential and graduate with the knowledge, skills and character necessary to succeed as productive, informed, and engaged citizens in a global society by providing a quality comprehensive, world-class education in a safe and secure learning environment.   Homes such as this featured property are ready for you to call home!  To view more homes similiar to this that are currently on the market, please click on photo.     Do you have a home you need to sell? We know that you are excited to move into a new home in the Nixa School District, or maybe you have a home in this area already,... 08/21/2014

Homes for sale in Ozark Missouri School District / David Johnson   Click on photo of Ozark High School to view homes for sale in this area.     SCHOOL INFORMATION The Ozark School District has adopted their long range master plan in the Spring of 2011. The current plan was created from community and faculty input following a series of community meetings.   Number of buildings:  4 elementary schools, 1 upper elementary school, 1 junior high school, 1 high school, 1 alternative school, 1 early childhood center, 1 vocational agriculture center, 1 careeer center. ENROLLMENT INFORMATION : Student Population Early Childhood  and Elementary Schools 2,113 Upper Elementary 5-6 884 Junior High 856 High School and  Finley River (alternative) 1533  Total 5386 Graduation Rate 95.7% Have a home you n... 08/18/2014

Home for sale just off square in Ozark, MO / David Johnson Listing   Click here for more information on this home and others for sale in the Ozark area.   Welcome Home to 406 East Walnut in Ozark. This adorable 3 bedroom home is nestled just off the Ozark square and could be a featured home in Southern Living Magazine. As you pull up to home, you immediately notice the grand trees around home and inviting front porch. Inside welcomes you with gorgeous hardwood flooring and tiffany light fixture leading you to a fantastic updated kitchen complete with new everything from floor to ceiling. Open floor plan in living room, dining area and kitchen is bonus. Wait until you see the wall of windows in this area that allow awesome views of the back yard. Bedrooms are nice size and have great sto... 08/15/2014

Homes for sale in Springfield, MO with one or more barns.   Check out the homes in the Ozarks that are currently on the market with a barn.   You can change the search area by clicking on the map and dragging it to the area you are interested in.  You can reach a team member at 417-501-4788 should you need assistance.   Horse ownership provides many benefits. A relationship with a horse can be very fulfilling. A horse doesn't talk back but does tell you, using body language and other non-verbal communication, how he interprets your actions. A horse reveals your tendencies and provides the opportunity for you to become a better person. Caring for and interacting with horses can make you more reliable, thorough, trustworthy, honest, and consistent. People who have difficulty working with ... 08/04/2014

A week in review at the Dakota Carson Realty Group Check out homes that are for sale in the Ozarks and surrounding area.   Here is a look at what was happening at DCRG this week in our blogging world.  You can find the entire blog by clicking on the individual link.   Movie Monday showcases Sunset Drive in Theatre Posted on July 28, 2014 by dakota Movie Monday showcases Sunset Drive in Theatre I remember as a child going to the drive in movies with my family.  We had 7 kids so it was not practical to attend a cinema because of the costs for the tickets and snacks.  So we took full advantage of the local drive in and we loved it!  I have some great memories laying on a blanket in the cool air with the speaker attached to the car window!  In between the movies we would go down front and p... 08/01/2014

Springfield MO Homes for sale with 5 acres or more Here are homes in the Springfield area that are currently on the market with plenty of outdoor space for your family.     You can search in a different area of town by simply clicking on map and dragging to the area you are interested in.   Today, more than ever, land is something most people would really benefit from having.  For the growing family, the recreational farm or weekend get-away is just a dream for most people around other parts of the country.  But in the Ozarks, this dream is very possible and affordable!  Give a DCRG team member a call to begin your dream home search.  417-501-4788.  We can make the process of the home search super easy by sending you all the properties currently on the market that meet the criteria you ... 07/31/2014

Virtual Tour of 1841 South Bruce Avenue in Springfield, MO A David Johnson Listing  Welcome home to 1841 South Bruce Avenue in Springfield. This adorable, move in ready home is located on large corner lot and conveniently located just off Sunshine Street and Hwy 65. Owners have updated both full baths as well as added a new kitchen. New cabinetry, new counters and back splash as well as lighting creates a fantastic family friendly kitchen that has plenty of room for table in dining room area. This space is located near back door and breezeway/patio area that is perfect for entertaining. Living room is nice size with large windows on front of home that overlooks great yard with mature landscaping. Three bedrooms with great closet space round out this home. Back yard is fully fenced and h... 07/28/2014

Homes for sale in Nixa, MO / David Johnson Here are homes for sale in Nixa, Missouri. You can find the property pictured to the right and other amazing homes for sale in the Nixa, Missouri area by clicking on the picture.   Why Nixa, Missouri? Nixa is a progressive, growing pro-business community. We believe Strong Business + Strong Schools = Strong Community. One look at Nixa and it's easy to see why people from all over the United States decide to call Nixa their new home. We invite you to take some time to explore our site and find out more about Nixa, the only one in the world!     Click on photo for more property in the Nixa area for sale.   The Dakota Carson Realty Group is just a phone call away and we would love to walk you through the real experience.  You can reach a team memb... 07/17/2014