Rural Estate with Cabin, Pond & Creek near Bryant Creek State Park
Owner Financing Available! (see details below)
Jumpstart your dream countryside enclave with multiple barns and sheds here and enjoy unlimited freedom!
- Spring-fed Pond
- No Restrictions!
- Gated & Partially Fenced
- Paved Road Frontage
- Multiple Buildings: Cabin, Barn, Sheds
- Power Pole On-Site
- Priced Well Below Market
If you’ve been searching for a one-of-a-kind country retreat in the heart of the Missouri Ozarks, this 15.07-acre estate near Ava is the property you’ve been waiting for. With its blend of natural beauty, practical improvements, and total freedom from restrictions, it’s ready for your dreams to take shape.
At the end of a gated driveway off Hwy 5, you’ll find a property already set up for rural living. Improvements include a cabin, barn, shed, chicken coop, and a storage trailer, giving you a huge head start toward the homestead you’ve envisioned. The land is partially fenced and features a spring-fed pond and a small creek just north of the homesite area, adding both charm and utility for livestock, gardening, or simple enjoyment of nature.
With no zoning and no deed restrictions, you truly have unlimited freedom here—build the home you want, expand the homestead, or simply enjoy it as a weekend getaway. A power pole is already on site, making your build plans that much easier.
All this peace and privacy is just 20 minutes from Ava, where you’ll find a Walmart, restaurants, and shops for every necessity. Even though you have a world of recreation right here within the boundaries of your own land, you can enjoy more activities nearby at Bryant Creek State Park, about 20 minutes east.
Properties like this—with multiple improvements, paved road frontage, and total flexibility—are almost impossible to find in today’s market. Don’t miss this chance to claim a true Ozarks gem at an unbeatable Acretown price!
Call or text Scott directly at 314.639.9777 or email info@acretown.com if you have any questions or would like to make an offer.
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We’ve posted a lot of info below – including critical instructions for visiting the property – so please keep reading!
Best Deal in the Market – Check Zillow or Redfin and You’ll Agree!
After opening this map, you may see even more information about the area by clicking on Map Legend, then Overlays.
- ADDRESS (street # estimated – do not use for navigation): 500 MO-5, Wasola, MO 65773
- SIZE: 15.07 acres
- IMPROVEMENTS: six buildings
- cabin
- barn
- shed
- storage trailer
- camp bathroom
- chicken coop
- GPS COORDINATES: 36.747513, -92.542816
- PARCEL #: 04-0.4-19-000-000-007.003
- ABRIDGED LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Fr Se Nw
- FULL LEGAL DESCRIPTION: view here
- BOUNDARY MAP: view here (get County’s boundary/KML file here – opens in Google Earth)
- TITLE: General Warranty deed (clean – no back taxes, no liens)
- MINERAL RIGHTS: any mineral rights we own will convey to buyer (we have no knowledge of severance of mineral rights by a previous owner)
- DIMENSIONS (approximate): starting at SE corner, 824′ N x 919′ W x 986′ SE (along highway) x 586′ W/NW to POB
- FLOODPLAIN: pond area, approximately 0.12 acres
- WETLANDS: pond + creek areas, approximately 0.35 acres total (0.12 acre pond + 0.23 acre creek channel)
- ELEVATION: 1173 feet
- TERRAIN: generally flat to gently sloped
- CONDITION: partially cleared, multiple barns and sheds, storage trailer, mostly wooded
- ACCESS: 986 feet of direct frontage on Hwy 5, a paved public road
- POWER: power pole on-site (White River Valley Electric Co-Op, 417-335-9335)
- WATER: well would need to be installed
- WASTEWATER: septic system would need to be installed
- The built-in savings you receive on all Acretown properties frees up extra money to install a variety of conventional and more modern, non-conventional septic systems, like mound systems, pressurized dosing, plastic chamber leach fields, aerobic treatment, etc. (which have become popular solutions in rare cases of non-satisfactory perc tests).
- TAXES: $79.15 in 2024
- HOA: none
- DEED RESTRICTIONS: none
- RESTRICTIONS/ZONING: no zoning, NO RESTRICTIONS – do what you want with your land!
- homes and accompanying outbuildings such as garages, workshops, barns are all OK
- no size/height restriction on homes/structures on the lot
- no setback requirements
- no time limit to build – leave the lot as-is for as long as you want or need
- RVs, campers, mobile homes, cabins, tiny homes are all OK
- animals, livestock, etc OK
- no HOA or CC+R’s
- or, simply leave it as-is and enjoy being surrounded by nature!
- homes and accompanying outbuildings such as garages, workshops, barns are all OK
- SCHOOL DISTRICTS: Gainesville (Elementary) – Gainesville (Middle School) – Gainesville (High School)
- NEAREST CITIES: Gainesville < Branson < Springfield
- NEAREST AIRPORTS: Bill Martin Memorial (23 mins), Springfield-Branson National (1 hr 26 mins)
- COUNTY GOVERNMENT:
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You can go view the property at your convenience – owner does not need to accompany. Please call/text us to let us know you’re heading out, so we can (1) confirm its availability (our land does sell fast), and (2) ensure we have our phone on us in case you need help or have any questions. We’d appreciate a couple hours notice if possible. In case you lose cell phone service, it may be helpful to print off as many helpful documents as you can before you head out there.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS: Click HERE to open the destination in Google Maps, and simply enter your starting point to get step-by-step directions.
- From this link, you can press “Directions” (on the left), enter your starting point, and Google Maps will provide you with step-by-step directions.
- You can also click “Send to Phone” if you’re viewing this on your computer
- And “Save” to download the directions so they’ll still work if you lose cell service.
If for some reason you’re having trouble with that link, you can navigate to GPS coordinates: 36.747513, -92.542816
WALKING THE PROPERTY LINES w/YOUR PHONE: We highly recommend downloading Google Earth to your phone if you don’t already have it. Then . . .
- Download the property boundary file (called a KML or KMZ file) here. You may be prompted to click “download” one more time, so do that . . . OR you may be prompted to immediately open the file with Google Earth and, in that case, do that and ignore the remaining steps. Otherwise . . .
- Open Google Earth
- Go to the main menu (the three horizontal lines at the top left of the screen), then Projects > Open > Import KML file > select the KML file you just downloaded (it should show up on that screen).
Now you should be able to see the property lines on the map, and the green dot represents where you’re currently standing. This is a very important tool to learn BEFORE you head out there. Please call us if you have any questions about it.
Nestled in the heart of the Missouri Ozarks, this property is surrounded by an abundance of outdoor adventures and charming small-town amenities. Just a short drive away, Bryant Creek State Park invites nature lovers to explore over 3,900 acres of secluded forest, teeming with wildlife and offering over 50 miles of hiking and equestrian trails. Caney Mountain Conservation Area is a go-to destination for hunters and wildlife watchers alike, with its mix of rugged terrain and tranquil glades. For sweeping scenic drives and unforgettable backcountry exploration, Glade Top Trail—part of the Mark Twain National Forest—is a National Forest Scenic Byway that rewards visitors with panoramic Ozark vistas. When it’s time to stock up on essentials, head to Ava, the nearest town for groceries and a convenient Walmart, offering plenty of retail and dining options along with reliable medical services. Never forget that you’re less than 90 minutes from the Live Music Capital of the World – Branson, Missouri – which offers world class entertainment and some of Missouri’s finest fishing and water recreation at Table Rock Lake.
NEARBY – Gardner Lake (14 mins), Merrill Lake (16 mins), Bryant Creek State Park (19 mins), Glade Top Trail (23 mins), Caney Mountain Conservation Area (26 mins), Glade Top Trail National trail head (36 mins), Bull Shoals Lake (52 mins), Hercules Tower Trailhead (55 mins), Blair Ridge Trailhead (58 mins), and more!
GAINESVILLE (14 mins, nearest grocery store & medical – Dollar General, Town & Country Supermarket, Ozarks Healthcare, Veterinary)
AVA (19 mins, nearest Walmart)
- RETAIL – Walmart, Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Town & Country Supermarket, and more.
- RESTAURANTS – McDonalds, Taco Bell, Sonic Drive-in, Subway, Casey’s, Papa Johns, and more!
- MEDICAL SERVICES? Yes, Elevated Healthcare Clinic, Prime Care of Ava, Mercy Clinic Family Medicine, Missouri Ozarks Community Health, and more.
- RECREATIONAL – Cedar Gap Conservation Area, Laura Ingalls Wilder Historic Home & Museum, Ava Water Park, Ava City Park, Road Side Park, Douglas County Museum and Historical Society, and more!
BRANSON (1 hr 22 mins, “Live Music Capital of the World”)
SPRINGFIELD (1 hr 22 mins, nearest major city & airport)
OWNER FINANCING: We do offer owner financing under the following terms:
- Owner Financed Price = $142,800
- Down Payment = $29,000
- Monthly Payment = $1596.16
- Term = 10 years (120 months)
- Interest Rate = 10.9%
- No Pre-Payoff Penalty!
We have a two-week waiting period after the posting of our original MLS listing before we open up the owner-financing option. Also, if you would like to make a larger down payment in exchange for a slightly lower interest rate and/or fewer payments, we can certainly accomodate that, so just let us know! If you’d like to buy this property via owner financing, call or text Scott directly at 314.639.9777 or email him at info@acretown.com and we’ll get you set up!
OUTSIDE FINANCING: Your best deal for third-party financing will come from Rural 1st or FCS Financial and their details are below:
Rural 1st is America’s leading land lender for rural properties and they require as little as 15% down on a 10 or 15-year fixed land loan, with no PMI, and they prefer a credit score of 720 or better. Please contact Michael Wirth by phone or email at (502) 553-8152 or michael.wirth@rural1st.com. They do serve Missouri.
FCS Financial is one of the best local land lenders in the area for rural properties and they require as little as 20% down up to a 30-year term, with interest rates as low as 7.1%, with no pre-payoff penalties. Please contact them by phone at (417) 256-2298 or visit them in person at 1005 Porter Wagoner Blvd, West Plains, MO 65775.
Call or text Scott directly at 314.639.9777 or email at info@acretown.com if you’d like to discuss an offer. If you’re a Spanish speaker, please ask for Andy on our team and he’ll be glad to help you.
FOR SALE BY OWNER: We are investors, and are selling this lot For Sale By Owner. You do not need to submit your offer through a real estate agent, and in our experience we close transactions more quickly and easily by having our dedicated transaction coordinator work directly with the Title Company and Buyers. We will also both save money on commission/fees by cutting out agents as the middle men. However, if you feel strongly about working with a realtor, then you’re welcome to have them contact us on your behalf. We do offer 2.5% commission to buyer agents.
WHY ARE YOU SELLING IT SO CHEAP? We are often asked why we price our properties at below market value, and the answer is really simple: because we can, and that’s our core business model. We are investors who purchase properties at a large volume and deeply liquidated rates, and by passing this discount on to our buyers, we can sell land quickly . . . and more of it! In fact, our average property only lasts 2-3 weeks on the market (vs. industry average of about 6 months).
DISCLAIMER: We attempt to provide detailed, accurate and up-to-date information in our listings, in order to help our buyers to the best of our ability. However, it ultimately remains the buyer’s responsibility to perform their own due diligence and double check any details that are of significant importance to you including acreage, utilities, buildability, and approved/allowable useage for the property. We are happy to help however we can.