c.1930 Arkansas Fixer Upper For Sale $60K

$60,000

Offering outstanding value-add potential, this Arkansas fixer upper is ready for a full transformation. Designed for buyers or investors with a clear vision, it presents a prime blank canvas to renovate, customize, and unlock substantial equity.

Realtor Comments

INVESTOR SPECIAL! Looking for your next project in Hot Springs? Whether you’re looking for a flip, rental, or investment opportunity, this could be the one! Conveniently located near Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort, downtown Hot Springs, Lake Hamilton, shopping, dining, and everything Hot Springs has to offer. Bring your ideas and make this one shine again! Property is being sold AS-IS.

• 2bd
• 1ba
• 975sqft
• 4,750sqft lot
• Circa 1930

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• Contact Realtor: Aleisha McIntire 501-240-7953,

  IRealty Arkansas – Benton 501-778-7355

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Pros of Living in Hot Springs, AR

• Unmatched Access to Nature & Lakes:

  • Surrounded by Hot Springs National Park, the area offers miles of hiking and mountain biking trails right in town. Additionally, nearby Lake Hamilton, Lake Catherine, and Lake Ouachita provide world-class boating, fishing, and water sports.

• Exceptional Affordability:

  • Cost of living sits well below the national average. Housing is particularly budget-friendly, with median home prices significantly lower than national baselines, making it attractive for retirees, first-time buyers, and remote workers.

• Rich History & Thermal Springs Culture:

  • Historic Bathhouse Row features preserved Gilded Age architecture, active thermal bathhouses, local craft breweries (including one brewed with thermal spring water), art galleries, and live entertainment.

• Vibrant Tourism & Events Scene:

  • Hot Springs hosts Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort (live thoroughbred horse racing and gaming), annual film and arts festivals, and a lively downtown dining scene that keeps the city active year-round.

• Temperate Four-Season Climate:

  • Winters are generally mild with infrequent heavy snowfall, allowing year-round outdoor activity, while spring and autumn bring vivid foliage and comfortable temperatures.

Cons of Living in Hot Springs, AR

• Elevated Crime Rates:

  • Hot Springs experiences higher rates of violent and property crime compared to state and national averages. Neighborhood-specific research and security considerations are important when evaluating homes.

• Tourism Congestion & Seasonal Crowds:

  • As one of Arkansas’s primary tourist destinations, traffic along Central Avenue and around Lake Hamilton can become heavily congested during summer weekends, racing season (January–May), and holidays.

• Tourism-Dependent Economy:

  • The local economy relies heavily on hospitality, retail, healthcare, and tourism. High-paying corporate, tech, or specialized industrial jobs are limited within city limits.

• Hot, Humid Summers:

  • July and August bring intense heat and high humidity, along with abundant seasonal insects, making midday outdoor activities sticky and demanding.

• Infrastructure & Public School Challenges:

  • Portions of the city deal with aging roads and infrastructure. Additionally, public school ratings across the district vary widely, leading many families to explore charter or private options.