Springfield Dam Run (Kids’ Fun Run, Maniac Mile, 5K, Family Fun Zone)
A perfect local active outing for families in Fountain Village—includes a kids’ run, 5K and fun zone, fostering community spirit and fitness close to home.
View event details →Springfield offers a peaceful and serene environment with minimal noise and a slower pace often sought after by residents. The neighborhood features a diverse range of homes, including charming single detached houses and townhouses built largely before the 1960s. Educational needs are well met with access to both public and private primary and secondary schools nearby. Grocery shopping is convenient with about 20 stores available across the city and various restaurants and cafes scattered throughout. Accessibility by car is excellent, with straightforward parking options and quick connections to major highways like I-70, making commuting smooth and efficient.
Springfield offers a slower-paced ambience. Springfield is very quiet, as the streets are usually very tranquil.
Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
This newly developed residential enclave on the former Mercy Medical Center site, bounded by North Fountain Boulevard and McCreight Avenue, features a blend of single‑family detached patio homes and townhomes with modern open‑plan layouts, first‑floor master suites, two‑car garages, and a 15‑year tax abatement, making it a standout for low‑maintenance living in the heart of Springfield’s north side.
Fountain Village is notably surrounded by a mature canopy of trees and designed with walkable sidewalks, integrating the new housing seamlessly into the historic Ridgewood area and offering a pleasant, pedestrian‑friendly atmosphere right off Fountain Boulevard.
Residents of Fountain Village enjoy convenient access to the Springfield Golf & Country Club, located just a short drive away, offering recreational greenspace, golfing amenities, and a social hub that enriches community life.
Situated just blocks from the busy North Limestone retail and commercial corridor, Fountain Village benefits from easy access to local shops, services, dining options, and major roads like North Limestone Street and McCreight Avenue that connect to I‑70, enhancing connectivity.
The Fountain Village neighborhood is within two miles of both Wittenberg University and Springfield High School, providing educational resources, cultural events, and community engagement opportunities for residents of all ages.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
A perfect local active outing for families in Fountain Village—includes a kids’ run, 5K and fun zone, fostering community spirit and fitness close to home.
View event details →Celebrate arts, culture and local Black-owned businesses right in Springfield—an inclusive marketplace and festival that supports community connection and cooperative economics.
View event details →Two‑day fall festival with live music, regional artists, performances, food and apple cider; perfect for a neighborhood outing celebrating autumn in the heart of Springfield.
View event details →A lively country‑music and community festival at the fairgrounds offers a fun local experience with music, food and regional gathering—easily accessible for families in Fountain Village.
View event details →Great local after‑school activity getting kids moving and building community; nearby Meisel Avenue Park is ideal for parents in Fountain Village to easily get involved or spectate.
View event details →Live show by an acclaimed band right on Fountain Avenue—close by for a night out in town, full of energy and vocal harmonies, ideal for music lovers in the neighborhood.
View event details →Stories, updates, and things to know in Fountain Village
Local characteristics and demographics for Fountain Village