3/1 c/1900 Missouri Victorian Cottage $59K

$59,000

Missouri victorian cottage for sale! Currently vacant and ready for immediate renovations or new tenant placement, it benefits from a reliable, long-term rental history that speaks to its ongoing market demand.

Realtor Comments

Cute, 3 bed, 1 bath home on a nice corner lot in Sturgeon Missouri. SELLING AS IS.

103 E Stone St, Sturgeon, MO 65284 $59,000

If interested in a property, pleases contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended.

-Contact Realtor:Century 21 Community

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The Pros

Access to Columbia’s Economy & Healthcare: Located just ~25 minutes north of Columbia, MO, Sturgeon residents enjoy easy commuting access to major regional employers (University of Missouri, MU Health Care, Veterans United Home Loans) and healthcare infrastructure without paying Columbia housing prices.
Affordable Real Estate: Home prices in Sturgeon are significantly lower than in Columbia or nearby Hallsville. The housing stock offers budget-friendly entry points for historic homes, small-town ranches, and properties with decent yard space or outbuildings.
Low Crime & Safe Community: Unlike larger urban centers, Sturgeon enjoys low crime rates. It retains a traditional small-town feel where neighbors know one another, street noise is minimal, and public safety concerns are low.
Boone County School Infrastructure: Children in Sturgeon attend the Sturgeon R-V School District, which offers small class sizes, strong community involvement, and local school pride centered around high school athletics and youth programs.
Proximity to Outdoor Recreation: Sturgeon is surrounded by Central Missouri rolling countryside and farmland. It sits within a short drive of Finger Lakes State Park and Rocky Forks Lakes Conservation Area, offering ATV trails, kayaking, fishing, shooting ranges, and camping.

The Cons

Very Limited Local Commerce & Dining: Sturgeon itself has very few commercial amenities. Beyond a small local market, gas station, and a couple of small businesses, residents must drive 10–15 minutes to Centralia or 25 minutes to Columbia for groceries, big-box retail, dining, or medical appointments.
Car-Dependent Routine: Living in Sturgeon requires relying on a personal vehicle for almost all daily errands, medical needs, shopping, and employment commuting.
Limited Local Job Market: Aside from agricultural work, the school district, or small local services, there are virtually no major corporate or high-paying employment opportunities within city limits. Most residents commute down US-63 toward Columbia or Moberly.
Small-Town Infrastructure Constraints: While water and basic municipal services are dependable, small rural municipalities can face slower responses during major winter storm cleanups or road updates compared to larger cities.
Quiet / Limited Social Scene: Outside of school sporting events or local community gatherings, there is virtually no local nightlife or adult entertainment in town.