Country Farmhouse on 11.7 Wooded Acres with Seasonal Creek — Pocahontas, Arkansas — $189,900

Property Overview

Located in the northeastern part of Randolph County, this remodeled country farmhouse sits on 11.7 acres of wooded and rolling land near the Missouri state line. The property combines a manageable two-bedroom home with room to enjoy country living, a seasonal creek, mountain views, and several useful outdoor improvements.

The single-story farmhouse has 1,344 square feet of living space, two bedrooms, and one full bathroom. Built in 1950, the home has an eat-in kitchen, a wood-burning stove, and a combination of comfortable interior space and practical country features. Its off-grid setting makes it particularly worth a closer look for buyers interested in a more independent rural lifestyle.

Outside, the acreage includes wooded and cleared areas, a seasonal creek, a chicken coop, a root cellar, and a storage container. A 24-by-24-foot lean-to provides additional covered space. The property also has mountain views and a gravel road surface.

The Eleven Point River is approximately 3.5 miles away, the Missouri border is only a couple of miles away, and Pocahontas is approximately 20 miles from the property. It is a rural Arkansas location with access to outdoor recreation and the everyday services available in the surrounding communities.

Interior Features

The farmhouse has a practical layout with both bedrooms on the same level. The eat-in kitchen provides a dedicated space for everyday meals, and the included appliances are a freestanding range and microwave.

A wood-burning stove serves as the home’s fireplace feature and adds a traditional farmhouse element to the interior. Carpet flooring is listed throughout the property.

Interior features include:

• Two bedrooms on one level.
• One full bathroom.
• Eat-in kitchen.
• Freestanding range.
• Microwave.
• Wood-burning stove.
• Carpet flooring.
• 1,344 square feet of interior living space.

Land and Outdoor Features

The 11.7-acre setting is one of the main attractions of this property. The land includes a combination of wooded and cleared areas, with rolling terrain that provides changing views across the acreage. The property is outside a traditional subdivision and offers a rural setting with plenty of outdoor space.

A seasonal creek runs through the property, adding a natural water feature that changes with rainfall and the seasons. Buyers interested in gardening, keeping animals, spending time outdoors, or simply having more land around their home will appreciate the range of possibilities the acreage presents.

The outdoor improvements include:

• Seasonal creek.
• Wooded and cleared acreage.
• Rolling terrain and mountain views.
• Chicken coop.
• Root cellar.
• Storage container.
• 24-by-24-foot lean-to.
• Parking pad.

Water Features and Outdoor Recreation

The seasonal creek is a distinctive feature of the acreage. Unlike a permanent water source, its flow will depend on rainfall and seasonal conditions, something buyers should consider when evaluating the land.

The property is also approximately 3.5 miles from the Eleven Point River. The river is known for its clear water, scenic surroundings, fishing, floating, and other outdoor activities. Its proximity adds another recreational option for anyone who enjoys spending time on the water.

Mammoth Spring State Park, in nearby Mammoth Spring, is another regional destination. The park features one of the largest springs in the state, walking areas, picnic facilities, and a historic train depot museum.

Structure, Construction and Property Details

The farmhouse is a single-family, country-style residence with one level of living space. Its exterior construction includes wood siding, with a metal roof and crawl-space foundation.

The home was originally built in 1950 and has since been remodeled. Buyers should arrange an inspection to evaluate the current condition of the structure, roof, foundation, mechanical systems, and any improvements.

• Property type: Single-family residence.
• Architectural style: Country.
• Year built: 1950.
• Stories: One.
• Exterior: Wood siding.
• Roof: Metal.
• Foundation: Crawl space.
• Road surface: Gravel.
• Parking: Parking pad.
• Subdivision: Metes and Bounds.
• Homeowners association: None.

Utilities and Off-Grid Living

This farmhouse is marketed as an off-grid property, which may appeal to buyers looking for a rural lifestyle with greater independence from conventional residential infrastructure.

A septic tank is listed for wastewater disposal. The exact arrangements for electricity, water supply, heating, cooling, and communications should be confirmed directly with the seller before purchase. Buyers should also verify the condition and operation of any existing off-grid equipment and the systems needed for year-round occupancy.

Because rural service availability can vary considerably from one property to another, prospective buyers should check broadband, cellular coverage, utility arrangements, and any applicable service connections at the exact address.

Living Near Pocahontas and the Missouri Border

The property is in the northeastern portion of Randolph County in northeastern Arkansas, near the Missouri state line. Pocahontas, the county seat and the area’s principal service center, is approximately 20 miles away.

Randolph County had an estimated population of 18,876 in July 2025, spread across approximately 652 square miles of land. The county’s rural character is reflected in its relatively low population density, with a mix of small communities, agricultural areas, wooded land, and outdoor recreation opportunities.

The county’s economy includes local businesses, retail, healthcare, agriculture, transportation, and other service industries. For residents of rural properties, access to larger shopping and healthcare facilities generally involves traveling into Pocahontas or another nearby community.

Schools and Education

Schools serving communities in the broader area include schools in the Mammoth Spring and Pocahontas regions. Nearby school listings identify Mammoth Spring Elementary School and Mammoth Spring High School as schools in the surrounding area.

School proximity does not establish attendance eligibility. Buyers with school-age children should contact the relevant district directly to confirm the current attendance boundaries, grade levels, transportation arrangements, and enrollment requirements for this particular address.

Healthcare and Medical Services

Pocahontas provides access to several healthcare services for residents of the surrounding rural communities.

Pocahontas Medical Clinic

The clinic provides primary care services in Pocahontas, including appointments and sick-call services. It has a main location on Medical Center Drive and an additional East Clinic location on Market Drive.

1st Choice Healthcare

Located on McQuay Avenue in Pocahontas, 1st Choice Healthcare offers primary care and walk-in services, along with family practice, pediatric care, women’s health, behavioral health, and other medical services.

Arisa Health

Arisa Health operates a Pocahontas clinic serving Randolph County, providing another local option for community health and behavioral healthcare services.

Buyers should confirm current operating hours, available services, and emergency medical arrangements before relying on any particular facility.

Shopping and Everyday Services

Pocahontas is the main nearby destination for routine shopping, household supplies, groceries, and other everyday services.

Groceries and General Shopping

• Walmart Supercenter: Located on Highway 67 South in Pocahontas, offering groceries, household products, pharmacy services, automotive services, and general merchandise.
• Harps Supermarket: A grocery shopping option on North Thomasville Avenue in Pocahontas.

Hardware and Home Improvement

• Ace Hardware: Located on Highway 67 South, with hardware, tools, plumbing, electrical supplies, and other household products.
• Barton’s Lumber: Located on U.S. Highway 67, offering building materials and home improvement supplies.
• Farm Service True Value: Another local option for hardware, garden, and outdoor equipment supplies.

These businesses provide useful options for routine shopping and maintaining a rural property, although buyers should account for the drive from the home’s more remote location.

Transportation and Regional Access

Highway 93 provides the road access associated with the property’s address, with the immediate road surface identified as gravel. Pocahontas is approximately 20 miles away, while the Missouri border is only a couple of miles from the property.

The surrounding region is primarily rural, so a personal vehicle will be important for shopping, appointments, schools, and other regular activities. Buyers should check the condition of the access road, seasonal driving conditions, maintenance responsibilities, and any private-road arrangements before closing.

The broader area connects with the regional highway network serving northeastern Arkansas and southern Missouri. The property is better suited to buyers comfortable with rural driving than those who need frequent access to urban public transportation.

Parks, Rivers and Recreation

The northeastern Arkansas and southern Missouri region offers several outdoor destinations, with the Eleven Point River being particularly relevant to this property’s location.

Eleven Point River

Approximately 3.5 miles from the property, the Eleven Point River is a popular regional waterway for fishing, floating, canoeing, kayaking, and enjoying the natural scenery. Water levels and access conditions can vary depending on the season and weather.

Mammoth Spring State Park

Mammoth Spring State Park is a notable outdoor destination in southern Missouri. The park features a large natural spring, picnic facilities, walking areas, interpretive programs, and a historic train depot and museum.

Regional Outdoor Activities

The surrounding region provides opportunities for fishing, hunting where permitted, boating, hiking, and exploring the Ozark landscape. The combination of wooded acreage, a seasonal creek, and nearby river access gives outdoor enthusiasts several ways to enjoy the area.

Safety and Crime Information

Public crime statistics are generally reported at the county or law-enforcement-agency level rather than for individual rural properties. They should not be interpreted as a measure of conditions at this specific address.

For Randolph County, compiled 2024 FBI-reported figures identify 79 violent offenses, 284 property offenses, and three arson offenses across two reporting agencies. These figures reflect offenses reported by participating agencies and should not be treated as a complete count of all incidents throughout the county.

Prospective buyers can make their own assessment by reviewing available local law-enforcement information, asking about emergency response arrangements, and considering practical rural-property security measures.

Randolph County Housing Market History

For additional context, the following figures show the historical Zillow Home Value Index for all homes in Randolph County, using the middle-tier home value measure. This is a countywide indicator of typical home values, not a valuation of this farmhouse or its acreage.

The figures show that countywide home values fluctuated during this period. Values increased between 2022 and 2024, declined in 2025, and had partially recovered by September 2026.

These figures describe the broader residential market and should not be used as a direct comparison for a rural farmhouse on 11.7 acres. Land size, condition, access, utilities, property improvements, and location can all affect the value of an individual rural property.

Development and Future Planning

A regional transportation project identified in Arkansas highway planning documents is the proposed Pocahontas Bypass, with a scheduled project year of 2026 in the published planning report. The project is intended to address transportation around Pocahontas.

A scheduled project year does not guarantee completion, and buyers should verify the current construction and implementation status before making plans based on the project. No specific effect on this property’s value or future development potential should be assumed.

Things Buyers Should Verify

For a property with acreage and an off-grid setup, a little additional due diligence can make a significant difference. Before purchasing, prospective buyers should consider confirming:

• The exact property boundaries and acreage through a current survey.
• Access rights, road maintenance responsibilities, and any private driveway arrangements.
• The condition and operation of the septic system.
• The existing water supply and arrangements for electricity and off-grid equipment.
• Internet and cellular coverage at the actual property.
• The condition of the seasonal creek area and any applicable floodplain information.
• The condition of the farmhouse, roof, crawl-space foundation, and wood-burning stove.
• The condition and permitted uses of the root cellar, chicken coop, lean-to, and storage container.
• Current property taxes, title details, and any recorded easements or restrictions.

Property Summary

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