Premier Homesite & Hunting Property Near Elkins

Before long, somebody is going to ask, “You got a decent chunk of land close to town that doesn’t cost development money?” Well, here it is. This 82.5 +/- acre tract just south of Elkins offers that rare combination of convenience, hunting potential, and buildability. Whether you're looking for a place to build your dream home, create a weekend getaway, own some recreational ground in the Ozarks, or a combination of all three, this property checks those boxes. With Ozarks Electric already on site and Mount Olive municipal water nearby, getting started on improvements should be fairly straightforward. This is a property you can hunt before work, after work, or anytime in between, thanks to its convenient location. The land primarily gently slopes to the east, offering the potential for beautiful sunrise views, and there are already a couple of small clearings in place that could serve as future building sites or food plots.

From a hunting and recreation standpoint, it would be hard to ask for much more. The property features an outstanding mix of wildlife habitat, including large sections of mature timber with an open understory, thick pockets of cedar (especially along the eastern boundary), wet-weather creeks, hillside benches, travel corridors, and edge habitat that naturally attract and hold wildlife. Water is plentiful with multiple drainages, seasonal creeks, and a good-sized pond located in the west-central portion of the property. Deer sign was abundant everywhere throughout the property, with numerous rubs, old scrapes, well-worn trails, and large tracks observed during photography. The timber is loaded with various oak species that provide an excellent mast crop each fall!

Adding even more character, the northern boundary has impressive rock formations etched into the landscape, with some reaching the size of two and three-story houses. This is an uncommon feature on a property this accessible. A well-established trail system provides easy access throughout the tract, whether you're heading to a favorite stand location, checking boundaries, or simply enjoying a ride through the woods. The boundaries are well marked with existing fence lines, survey markers, and flagging from previous survey work. The gentle elevation changes provide excellent drainage for future building opportunities, potential long-range views, and secure wildlife travel corridors while still making the property easy and enjoyable to explore. Properties with this kind of building appeal this close to amenities rarely come available, and properties with this level of hunting potential this close to town are just as hard to find. If you've been looking for an Ozark Mountain property near the NWA Metro that can do a little bit of everything, you'll want to see this one for yourself. Give Land Agent Chris Shadrick a call today at (479) 530-2470 to schedule your private tour.