Unique Airbnb opportunity in the heart of downtown Ozark! This 1914 jailhouse at 209 W River St has been thoughtfully transformed into a distinctive residence and short-term rental, offering the opportunity to own a piece of Ozark history while operating a proven Airbnb. The property retains much of its original character, including iron doors, exposed brick and limestone walls, distinctive keystones, 14" concrete construction, and prisoner name etchings preserved from its days as a working jail. The former cell blocks have been incorporated into bedrooms and living areas, creating a floor plan unlike a typical home. Modern improvements include updated plumbing, a gourmet kitchen, and central heat & air. The rooftop patio takes advantage of Arkansas River views, while the property also includes a metal shop and spacious buildable lots. Located in downtown Ozark, this property offers a combination of historic character, short-term rental potential, river views, and additional land that is difficult to replicate.
For sale
$575,000
209 W River St, Ozark, AR 72949
3beds
2,512sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1914
1,537 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$229/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Metal shopSpacious buildable lotsDistinctive keystonesUpdated plumbingCentral heat and airPrisoner name etchings preservedIron doors
- 15 days
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Christopher Malinowski 479-480-6022,
Mossy Oak Properties- Northwest Arkansas 479-480-6022
Source: ArkansasOne MLS,MLS#: 1363683
Originating MLS: Northwest Arkansas Board of REALTORS MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Range Hood
Features
- None
- Flooring: Concrete
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,512
- Total interior livable area: 2,512 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Driveway
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Patio
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: River Front
Lot
- Size: 1,537 Square Feet
- Features: Central Business District, Cleared, Near Park
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Workshop
- Additional parcels included: 00900705001, 00900709000, 00900817000
- Parcel number: 00900705000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Concrete
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1914
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near National Forest, Near Fire Station, Near Hospital, Near Schools, Park
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: City Of Ozark
Location
- Region: Ozark
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $229/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $496
- Date on market: 9/30/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $575,000+21.1%$229/sqft |
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| 12/18/2025 | Sold | $475,000-13.6%$189/sqft |
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| 8/18/2025 | Price change | $550,000-8.3%$219/sqft |
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| 3/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $600,000+200%$239/sqft |
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| 11/19/2021 | Sold | $200,000-20%$80/sqft |
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| 11/10/2021 | Contingent | $250,000$100/sqft |
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| 8/25/2021 | Listed for sale | $250,000$100/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 72949
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Ozark
Source: ArkansasOne MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





