Escape to the peaceful countryside of the Missouri Ozarks at 3627 County Road 542 in Ava. Set on 2 private acres, this property offers the peace & tranquility of rural living--mature trees and a yard filled with flowering shrubs, bushes, hibiscus, trumpet vine, crepe myrtles and many other plants that bring color and life to the landscape. A white picket fence with a lattice arbor frames part of the yard, while the surrounding woods and open ground create a true country setting.The home is a 1 story home with a loft & features tan metal siding, a metal roof, and a covered front porch featuring white lattice, picket railing and a wooden ramp for easy access. Inside you'll find two living areas with plenty of character, including hardwood, vinyl & laminate floors throughout the home, wood paneling, several ceiling fans and a distinctive stone fireplace surround. The large open kitchen provides ample cabinet and counter space under bright windows and is ready for a full update. There are three total bedrooms (please note that two are non-conforming due to the lack of closets). The single large bathroom conveniently includes the washer/dryer hookups and offers a tub/shower combination along with good natural lighting. Out back you will find a nice white metal workshop with electric & its own ramp. It's ready for all your hobbies, tools, projects or just use it for storage. While the home is a true fixer-upper that needs updates, cosmetic refreshes and TLC throughout, it remains livable in its current condition allowing you to move in and improve it at your own pace. Whether you're looking for a hands-on project with acreage, a quiet Ozarks retreat, or the chance to create your ideal country homestead, this property delivers space, a nice workshop and plenty of room to grow. Bring your vision and make it your own! This one is sure to sell quickly!
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$99,900
3627 County Road 542, Ava, MO 65608
3beds
1,110sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
2 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$90/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Distinctive stone fireplace surroundMetal roofSeveral ceiling fansWood panelingMature treesTan metal siding
- 64 days
- 1,442
- 133
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dustin Tilley 417-546-0061,
Sturdy Real Estate
Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 60331134
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Loft, Living Areas (2)
Heating
- Ventless, Propane
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, W/D Hookup
Features
- High Speed Internet, Internet - Fiber Optic, Laminate Counters
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood
- Windows: Blinds
- Has basement: No
- Attic: Access Only:No Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,110
- Total interior livable area: 1,110 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,110
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Private, Gravel
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 2 Acres
- Features: Acreage, Horses Allowed, Level, Cleared, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 100.307000000006.003
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Country
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Metal Siding
- Foundation: Poured Concrete, Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private, Shared Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: N/A
Location
- Region: Ava
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $90/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $38,000
- Annual tax amount: $236
- Date on market: 8/11/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,188/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $99,900$90/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $237 +11.6% | $6,910 +12.5% |
| 2024 | $212 +0.4% | $6,140 |
| 2023 | $212 | $6,140 |
| 2022 | -- | $6,140 -27.7% |
| 2021 | -- | $8,490 +3.9% |
| 2020 | -- | $8,170 |
| 2019 | -- | $8,170 |
| 2018 | -- | $8,170 |
| 2017 | -- | $8,170 +32% |
| 2016 | -- | $6,190 +6.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $5,800 |
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Neighborhood: 65608
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ava
- Middle: Ava
- High: Ava
Source: SOMOMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





