About 250 Jamestown Road
Historic 3-Bedroom Home with Unique Legacy and Modern Comforts – 1844 Sq Ft on Scenic Acreage Step into a rare piece of Arkansas history with this beautifully preserved 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering 1,844 square feet of living space. Featuring oak hardwood floors throughout (excluding bathrooms), this residence blends timeless craftsmanship with modern amenities. ***Interior Features: • Spacious living areas with three wood-burning fireplaces • Inviting kitchen and dining area perfect for family gatherings • Comfortable bedrooms, including one with private access off the carport ** Outdoor Amenities: • Expansive front porch ideal for relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings • Newly constructed covered patio with space for a wood cook stove • Workshop and multiple outbuildings, including a historic smokehouse and original cooling shed • Year-round creek with two natural springs, one flowing from beneath a cottonwood tree ** Historical Significance: • Believed to be the second oldest continuously inhabited home in Arkansas • The bedroom off the carport was once the Independence County trading post, dating back to 1816–1823 (See more of history and repairs made in documents)
Features of 250 Jamestown Road
| MLS® # | 25044808 |
|---|---|
| Price | $279,900 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 1,848 |
| Acres | 2.77 |
| Year Built | 1823 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Detached |
| Style | Country |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 250 Jamestown Road |
|---|---|
| Area | Independence County |
| Subdivision | Metes & Bounds |
| City | Desha |
| County | Independence |
| State | AR |
| Zip Code | 72527 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Septic, Water-Public, Elec-Municipal (+Entergy), Gas-Propane/Butane |
|---|---|
| Parking | Carport |
| View | Sloped, Creek |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
| Pool | Porch, Shop, Covered Patio |
Interior
| Interior Features | Washer Connection, Dryer Connection-Electric, Water Heater-Gas, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Free-Standing Stove, Gas Range, Ice Maker Connection |
| Heating | Central Heat-Electric, Heat Pump |
| Cooling | Central Cool-Electric |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Woodburning-Site-Built, Three or More |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One Story |
| Has Basement | No |
Exterior
| Exterior | Frame |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Porch, Shop, Covered Patio |
| Lot Description | Sloped, Creek |
| Roof | Composition |
| Foundation | Crawl Space |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | November 8th, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 313 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| HOA Fees Freq. | None |
Listing Details
| Agent | Larry Pettus |
|---|---|
| Office | Accord Realty |