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With the formation of Table Rock Lake in 1958-59, property owners along the
new shore line opened fishing camps, resorts, marinas, and other tourist
related businesses. With the influx of tourists enjoying the lake, many began
to consider it as an ideal retirement location due to the low tax base and
the low cost of living. Beginning in the early 1960ís, many retirees moved to
the area and especially Kimberling City.
Kimberling City was incorporated in 1973 and has demonstrated steady
growth since that time. Since 1990, the growth has increased with the
notoriety the Tri-Lakes region and the Branson area received in the national
media.
There are a variety of home types to choose from, primarily centered around
Table Rock Lake. Condominiums and manufactured housing are present in certain
areas, while the majority of homes are of stick built construction and have
either views of, or access to, Table Rock Lake. The bar graph below indicates
that a large percentage (78%) of homes in this large area are selling under
$230,000. Almost half (49%) are under $150,000. The Kimberling market
includes a larger portion of lake homes which increases the number of homes
sold over $200,000 than in the Branson & Forsyth markets. An example of
these lake properties would be the recent sales of a 2700 SQ.FT. 4-Bedroom
home with a good lake view. This 9 year old home sold for $212,000 with a
2-Car garage
Kimberling City’s 1990 population was 1,590, up 24% over 1980. The 1991
estimates are at over 2,000 with 1995 estimates over 3,000. These estimates
understate the actual population materially because of the seasonal and
temporary nature of many of the residents and the work force. However, two
conditions are emerging. First, the tourist season is now approaching a full
annual period and is likely to achieve a year round status within the next
few years. Secondly, the trading area of local recreation and entertainment
demand has expanded from a midwest regional area of a 600-mile radius to all
of the United States and Canada, plus a strong international contingent. It
is our estimate that actual local population, in terms of full time
purchasing power is probably nearly triple official population estimates.
Kimberling City is a fourth class city which was established in 1973. It has
a Board of Alderman system of government with a mayor and four aldermen.
Kimberling City continues to attract a large number of retirees to
settle in its beautiful, picturesque, lakeside setting. The resorts and most
businesses report stable growth, although markets and other businesses
affected by the nearby WAL-MART Supercenter indicate a decrease in their
sales. However, the future of the lakeside community appears strong and
vibrant. Home Prices are very reasonable on both a regional and national
level.
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