Are you in search of a secluded residence nestled among five acres of majestic pine trees, with convenient access to Lake Ouachita and various recreational activities, all within a 45 minute drive to Hot Springs? This home and shop may be the perfect solution for you. The shop encompasses approximately 2,500sqft, featuring living quarters on the second level, which includes 1,500 +/- sqft of open concept living space. This area, with fresh, grey paint, comprises an eat-in kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a utility room. The shop offers ample space for vehicles, SUVs, and boars, along with a heated and cooled office equipped with a half bath. It is wired with 220-volt power and adequately lit, making it ideal or automotive projects, recreational activities, or other pursuits. With 5 acres of land, the property also presents opportunities for investment projects, such as rental storage units or short/long term stays. A small, year-round creek runs along the southern edge of the property, enhancing its charm. Given its proximity to Lake Ouachita, alone with nearby fishing and hiking trails, the possibilities for this property are truly limitless.
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Price cut: $11K (12/4)
$299,000
15 Big Bear Rd, Story, AR 71970
3beds
1,500sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2008
5 Acres Lot
$292,700 Zestimate®
$199/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Secluded residenceUtility roomHeated and cooled officeOpen concept living spaceSmall year-round creekAdequately litEat-in kitchen
- 146 days |
- 563 |
- 29 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 10, 2025 at 10:17pm
Listed by:
Susie Sparkman 479-597-6288,
McGraw Realtors - Benton 501-443-8300
Source: CARMLS,MLS#: 25036568
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Workshop/Craft, Other (see remarks)
Dining room
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Balcony/Loft, Ceiling Fan(s), 3 Bedrooms Same Level, 3 Bedrooms Upper Level
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,500
- Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Other
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Waterfront features: Creek
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Dimensions: 145 x 527 x 375 x 666 x 270
- Features: Rural Property, Wooded, Not in Subdivision
Details
- Parcel number: 00102866009
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Country
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Metes & Bounds
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Story
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $199/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $196,950
- Annual tax amount: $613
- Date on market: 9/11/2025
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$292,700
$278,000 - $307,000
$1,486/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/4/2025 | Price change | $299,000-3.5%$199/sqft |
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| 10/15/2025 | Price change | $310,000-4.6%$207/sqft |
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| 8/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $325,000$217/sqft |
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| 8/23/2025 | Listing removed | $325,000$217/sqft |
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| 8/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $325,000$217/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $613 -3.8% | $26,620 +4.8% |
| 2023 | $638 -1.7% | $25,410 +5% |
| 2022 | $649 | $24,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,644/mo
Principal & interest
$1444
Home insurance
$105
Property taxes
$95
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 71970
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Mount Ida Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 3.6 mi
- 4/10Mount Ida High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 4.4 mi
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