This adorable home is conveniently located just a minute from Harding University and offers a desirable split floor plan designed for both comfort and privacy. The primary suite features a beautifully updated bathroom with rustic charm and character. Upstairs, you'll find the perfect space for a kids' retreat or playroom. Step outside and enjoy your own backyard sanctuary, complete with a separate screened-in deck ideal for relaxing and entertaining. A cute chicken coop is already in place for those interested in backyard chickens and a more self-sufficient lifestyle. The fully fenced backyard provides privacy and security, while the 25' x 30' Shop offers a concrete floor, electrical wiring and plenty of room for a workshop. This property combines convenience, charm and functionality. Don't miss your opportunity to make it your own! Please see Agent Remarks.
Active under contract
$167,500
505 E Academy Ave, Searcy, AR 72143
3beds
1,720sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
0.31 Acres Lot
$165,800 Zestimate®
$97/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Primary suiteBackyard sanctuary
- 23 days |
- 396 |
- 23 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mark A Lercher 501-993-6611,
RE/MAX Advantage 501-268-1115,
Alice J Lercher 501-230-9017,
RE/MAX Advantage
Source: CARMLS,MLS#: 26025464
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Den/Family Room, Office/Study, Bonus Room
Dining room
- Features: Living/Dining Combo, Breakfast Bar
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Range, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Breakfast Bar, Tile Counters, Pantry, Sheet Rock, Paneling, Primary Bedroom Apart, 3 Bedrooms Same Level
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Tile
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,720
- Total interior livable area: 1,720 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Parking Pad
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Storage, Shop
- Fencing: Full,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Features: Level, Subdivided
Details
- Parcel number: 01600260000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal/Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Elec-Municipal (+Entergy)
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Other
- Subdivision: SEARCY ORIGINAL
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Searcy
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $97/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $87,280
- Annual tax amount: $709
- Date on market: 6/24/2026
- Listing terms: VA Loan,FHA,Conventional,Cash,USDA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$165,800
$158,000 - $174,000
$1,440/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Contingent | $167,500$97/sqft |
Source:  CARMLS #26025464 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $167,500+204.5%$97/sqft |
Source: CARMLS #26025464 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2007 | Sold | $55,000$32/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $709 | $17,456 |
| 2024 | $709 +182.4% | $17,456 +4.8% |
| 2023 | $251 -16.6% | $16,650 |
| 2022 | $301 | $16,650 |
| 2021 | $301 -3.8% | $16,650 -1.7% |
| 2020 | $313 | $16,940 |
| 2019 | $313 -7.4% | $16,940 |
| 2018 | $338 -48.4% | $16,940 |
| 2017 | $654 | $16,940 +5.2% |
| 2016 | $654 +5% | $16,110 +5% |
| 2015 | $623 +54.9% | $15,340 +54.9% |
| 2014 | $402 +4.5% | $9,900 +4.5% |
| 2013 | $384 | $9,470 -12.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $10,820 |
| 2011 | -- | $10,820 +25.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $8,610 |
| 2009 | -- | $8,610 +20.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $7,130 |
| 2007 | -- | $7,130 |
| 2006 | -- | $7,130 +24.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $5,740 |
| 2004 | -- | $5,740 |
| 2003 | -- | $5,740 +10.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $5,190 |
| 2001 | -- | $5,190 |
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Neighborhood: 72143
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Southwest Middle SchoolGrades: 4-6Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10Ahlf Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Searcy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
- $113,2003 bd1 ba1.1k sqft507 E Academy Ave, Searcy, AR 72143Off Market
- $129,9003 bd2 ba1k sqft506 E Academy Ave, Searcy, AR 72143For Sale
- $88,400-- bd1 ba742 sqft600 N Charles St, Searcy, AR 72143Off Market
- $142,7002 bd2 ba1.3k sqft510 N Charles St, Searcy, AR 72143Off Market
- $106,100-- bd1 ba1k sqft509 N Horton St, Searcy, AR 72143Off Market
- $12,5008,712 Square Feet508 E Academy Ave, Searcy, AR 72143Sold
- $19,200-- bd-- ba-- sqft505 N Horton St, Searcy, AR 72143Off Market
- $74,8002 bd1 ba768 sqft510 E Academy Ave, Searcy, AR 72143Off Market
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