The Waterford at Ironbridge
The Waterford at Ironbridge
The Waterford at Ironbridge sits at 1131 E Lakewood St in Springfield, Missouri, running as an independent living community. That distinction matters here: residents live on their own in private apartments, not under daily medical or personal care supervision, with amenities, dining, and social activities available alongside that independence.
Twenty-five years in operation puts this community on the more established end of things. The two-story building offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, and the size range is real: studios start around 385 square feet, while two-bedroom layouts run up to 950 square feet. Walkability sits in the middle of the range too. A Walk Score of 39 out of 100 means a few nearby services are reachable on foot, though most errands will still call for a car.
Pets are welcome, which removes one common obstacle for residents who don’t want to part with an animal when they move. On the amenity side, transportation services help residents get to appointments without relying entirely on family, and fitness and recreation programming supports staying active as part of daily life.
Twenty-five years of history, a genuine range of unit sizes, and pet-friendly policies add up to a fairly established option in the independent living space, one built for residents who want their own space and some autonomy, backed by on-site support when they want it.
25 years in operation Rank #41 / 220Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 41st out of 220 homes in Missouri for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Missouri facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Missouri that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 39 / 100 Rank #329 / 563Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 329th out of 563 homes in Missouri for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Missouri facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Missouri that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 385-440 / 515-660 / 850-950 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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5.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Springfield's city center to The Waterford at Ironbridge's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.12 miles to nearest hospital (Cox Medical Center South)
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Info below is compiled from the MO Dept. of Health & Senior Services (DHSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
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The Waterford at Ironbridge is located in Springfield, Missouri.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Waterford at Ironbridge
Is The Waterford at Ironbridge in a walkable area?
The Waterford at Ironbridge has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
How long has The Waterford at Ironbridge been in business?
The Waterford at Ironbridge has been operating for approximately 25 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Waterford at Ironbridge?
Yes, The Waterford at Ironbridge allows residents to bring their pets.
Are there photos of The Waterford at Ironbridge?
Yes — there are 5 photos of The Waterford at Ironbridge in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Waterford at Ironbridge?
The Waterford at Ironbridge is located at 1131 E Lakewood St, Springfield, MO 65810.
What is the phone number of The Waterford at Ironbridge?
(417) 815-4592 will put you in contact with the team at The Waterford at Ironbridge.
Does The Waterford at Ironbridge provide medical or personal care assistance?
No — The Waterford at Ironbridge is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.
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