Walkout Basement Homes for Sale in Springfield, MO
A walkout basement adds a whole extra level of living space with its own entrance and natural light. Browse current homes with walkout (daylight) basements across Springfield and Southwest Missouri — updated daily from the MLS.
5 SW Missouri counties
Updated daily from the MLS
Why buy a home with a walkout basement?
A walkout basement opens directly to the backyard at ground level, so the lower floor gets real windows, natural light, and easy outdoor access — nothing like a traditional dark, fully-underground basement. In the rolling terrain around Springfield, Nixa, and Ozark, sloped lots make walkouts common, and buyers love them for the flexibility they add.
That extra finished (or finishable) level is some of the most versatile square footage in a home. It can become a family room, a home theater, a teen or in-law suite, a home office, or even a separate rental space — often at a lower cost per square foot than building up.
What a walkout basement is good for
In-law or guest suites. A private entrance, bedroom, and bath on the lower level make a walkout ideal for multigenerational living or visiting family.
Rental or income potential. Some walkout levels can be set up as a separate living area. Check local zoning and occupancy rules before counting on rental income.
Entertaining and rec space. Direct backyard access makes the lower level a natural spot for a game room, bar, or patio walkout — great for hosting.
Home office or studio. Daylight and a separate entrance make for a quiet, professional work-from-home setup away from the main living areas.
Future value. An unfinished walkout is a blank canvas — finishing it later is one of the most reliable ways to add usable space and resale value.
What to check before you buy
Water and drainage. Because a walkout sits partly below grade, grading and drainage matter. Look for proper slope away from the foundation and ask about any history of water intrusion.
Finished vs. unfinished. A finished walkout costs more up front; an unfinished one lets you build it out your way. Know which you’re buying and budget accordingly.
Egress and permits. If a lower-level bedroom is advertised, confirm it has proper egress and was finished with permits.
Heating and cooling. Make sure the lower level is on the home’s HVAC or has its own comfortable system year-round.
Where to find walkout basement homes around Springfield
Walkout basements turn up most often on sloped and acreage lots — throughout the Nixa and Ozark school districts, southeast Springfield, and out toward Rogersville, Republic, and the lake communities. The listings below pull from all five Southwest Missouri counties AREG serves, so you can compare everything in one place.
Walkout basement homes for sale right now
Current homes with walkout (daylight) basements across Greene, Christian, Webster, Polk, Dallas, Stone, and Taney counties — sorted by newest first.
582 homes for sale · showing 1–24
$485,0004 bd · 3 ba · 2,246 sq ft9277 State Highway 13, Kimberling City, MO 65686
Listing courtesy of ReeceNichols - BransonActive
$1,650,0003 bd · 5 ba · 4,580 sq ft · 4.17 ac244 Thomas Lane, Shell Knob, MO 65747Listing courtesy of Real Broker, LLCActive
$2,600,0003 bd · 5 ba · 4,580 sq ft · 16.2 ac244 Thomas Lane, Shell Knob, MO 65747Listing courtesy of Real Broker, LLCActive
$399,0003 bd · 3 ba · 3,719 sq ft · 9.48 ac1054 E Preston Lane, Pleasant Hope, MO 65725Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Tri-LakesActive-
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$360,0005 bd · 3 ba · 2,789 sq ft5415 W Harrison Street, Springfield, MO 65802Listing courtesy of Keller Williams LocalActive
$354,9003 bd · 2 ba · 2,340 sq ft636 E Delmar Street, Springfield, MO 65807Listing courtesy of Keller Williams LocalActive
$749,9004 bd · 4 ba · 5,149 sq ft4851 S Landon Court, Springfield, MO 65810Listing courtesy of Murney Associates - PrimroseActive
$499,9005 bd · 3 ba · 4,357 sq ft · 3.54 ac45 Stone Ridge Court, Strafford, MO 65757Listing courtesy of AMAX Real EstateActive
$559,9005 bd · 3 ba · 3,293 sq ft1480 W Cedar Ridge Lane, Nixa, MO 65714Listing courtesy of Murney Associates - PrimroseActive
$279,9004 bd · 3 ba · 2,311 sq ft711 S Rice Street, Nixa, MO 65714Listing courtesy of RE/MAX House of BrokersActive
$440,0004 bd · 3 ba · 2,087 sq ft · 1.49 ac67 Doxie Lane, Shell Knob, MO 65747Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Tri-LakesActive
$1,449,0004 bd · 4 ba · 4,672 sq ft · 1.11 ac63 Osprey Lane, Blue Eye, MO 65611Listing courtesy of Currier & CompanyActive
$379,9003 bd · 3 ba · 3,477 sq ft4520 S Harvard Avenue, Springfield, MO 65804Listing courtesy of Table Rock's Best, RealtorsActive
$269,9004 bd · 2 ba · 2,822 sq ft · 4.3 ac357 Fordland Hills Drive, Fordland, MO 65652Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLCActive
$489,0004 bd · 3 ba · 2,980 sq ft · 3.5 ac1754 Medical Springs Road, Galena, MO 65656Listing courtesy of Murney Associates - PrimroseActive
$514,0004 bd · 3 ba · 3,526 sq ft92 Redwood Lane, Branson, MO 65616Listing courtesy of Gerken & Associates, Inc.Active
$575,0006 bd · 3 ba · 4,050 sq ftOpen house Sun, Nov 8, 3–4 pm5058 S Burrows Avenue, Springfield, MO 65810Listing courtesy of Keller Williams LocalActive
$475,0005 bd · 3 ba · 4,292 sq ftOpen house Sun, Nov 8, 12–2 pm2032 E Briar Street, Springfield, MO 65804Listing courtesy of Murney Associates - PrimroseActive
$685,0004 bd · 3 ba · 3,366 sq ft3324 Joe Bald Road, Kimberling City, MO 65686Listing courtesy of ReeceNichols -Kimberling CityActive
$419,9004 bd · 3 ba · 3,088 sq ft1385 W Evans Street, Springfield, MO 65810Listing courtesy of Murney Associates - PrimroseActive
$525,0004 bd · 3 ba · 3,242 sq ft · 1.06 ac2308 E Farm Road 188, Ozark, MO 65721Listing courtesy of Murney Associates - PrimroseActive
$1,200,0007 bd · 7 ba · 7,632 sq ft · 1.1 ac4827 S Landon Court, Springfield, MO 65810Listing courtesy of Keller Williams LocalActive
$899,9775 bd · 4 ba · 5,068 sq ft2011 N Silver Charm Avenue, Springfield, MO 65802Listing courtesy of Alpha Realty MO, LLCActive
$450,0005 bd · 3 ba · 3,118 sq ft175 Rockridge Road, Branson, MO 65616Listing courtesy of EXP Realty, LLC.Active
Listing data last updated November 3, 2026 at 11:46 am CST. Source: Southern Missouri Regional MLS (SOMO). Each listing shows the brokerage that holds it.
The data relating to real estate for sale on this web page comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) of the Southern Missouri Regional MLS. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Albers Real Estate Group are marked with the IDX logo and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers. The information being provided is for consumers' personal, noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The information being provided is not guaranteed, and all information should be verified by the consumer. Any representation that a web site contains all listings shall only mean that the web site contains all listings available to the public through the IDX data feed. There may be other properties offered through a REALTOR® that have not been displayed on this site. © 2026 Southern Missouri Regional MLS. All rights reserved.
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