The Ultimate Southern Ohio Hunting Property awaits at 710 Apel Road in Franklin Furnace, Ohio. Located in the heart of Scioto County, this nearly 43-acre hunting property offers a rare combination of proven wildlife habitat, established improvements, and a comfortable cabin ready for immediate enjoyment. With documented mature whitetails and turkeys captured on trail cameras, this property has all the ingredients serious hunters look for when searching for their own piece of Southern Ohio. The property is predominantly wooded and features a diverse landscape ranging from flat ground near the road to gently rolling hills and scenic ridge tops. A brand-new trail system provides excellent access throughout the property, making it easy to navigate while minimizing disturbance to wildlife. An established food plot, multiple treestands, and an elevated hunting blind are already in place, creating a true turn-key hunting setup that is ready to enjoy from day one. Southern Ohio is widely known for producing quality whitetail deer, and this property is no exception. Mature timber, natural funnels, ridge-top travel corridors, and abundant cover create outstanding wildlife habitat throughout the year. Trail camera history has documented mature bucks and strong turkey populations utilizing the property. One of the property's strongest attributes is the large agricultural fields located directly across the road, providing an excellent nearby food source that helps attract and hold wildlife while creating predictable movement patterns between bedding and feeding areas. The existing cabin provides everything needed for a comfortable hunting camp or weekend retreat. Equipped with electric, water service, septic, a full bathroom with shower, and washer and dryer hookups, the cabin allows the next owner to immediately begin enjoying the property without the expense and effort of developing infrastructure. Easy road access makes the property convenient to use year-round while still offering the privacy and seclusion that outdoor enthusiasts desire. Located on Apel Road in Franklin Furnace, this property is just a short drive from Portsmouth and surrounding amenities while being situated in one of Southern Ohio's premier hunting regions. Properties of this size that offer documented hunting success, established hunting infrastructure, mature timber, and a ready-to-use cabin are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Whether you're searching for a proven whitetail hunting property, a recreational getaway, or a manageable acreage with excellent habitat and improvements already in place, this property delivers a unique opportunity to own a turn-key hunting retreat in a highly sought-after area. Showings are by appointment only. Preapproval or proof of funds is required. All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Lot/land
$230,000
710 Apel Rd, Franklin Furnace, OH 45629
0beds
0baths
42.86Acres
Unimproved Land
Built in ----
42.86 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Predominantly woodedMature timber
- 105 days
- 244
- 33
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Oliver Parker 740-672-0738,
Buckeye Land Sales
Source: My State MLS,MLS#: 11802953
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 0
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Finished area above ground: 0
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Private, Scenic, Wooded
- Frontage length: 2500
Lot
- Size: 42.86 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 061026000
- Lease amount: $0
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Franklin Furnace
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $63,550
- Annual tax amount: $1,027
- Date on market: 6/8/2026
- Date available: 06/02/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $230,000+2.4% |
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| 5/1/2026 | Listing removed | $224,500 |
Source: Whitetail Properties #yes Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $224,500 |
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| 10/23/2025 | Listing removed | $224,500 |
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| 10/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $224,500+47.2% |
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| 6/28/2024 | Sold | $152,500-4.4% |
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| 6/8/2024 | Pending sale | $159,600 |
Source: Whitetail Properties #85819 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $159,600+22.8% |
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| 6/2/2023 | Sold | $130,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,172 +9.5% | $22,240 |
| 2023 | $1,071 -27.6% | $22,240 +187% |
| 2022 | $1,479 -80.7% | $7,750 -95.9% |
| 2021 | $7,672 -0.1% | $187,410 |
| 2020 | $7,677 -1% | $187,410 -9.6% |
| 2019 | $7,754 -6.5% | $207,210 +14.1% |
| 2018 | $8,298 -74.3% | $181,560 |
| 2017 | $32,273 +249.6% | $181,560 -8.4% |
| 2016 | $9,231 +8.7% | $198,130 |
| 2015 | $8,495 +4.9% | $198,130 |
| 2013 | $8,098 +14.4% | $198,130 |
| 2012 | $7,080 +14.7% | $198,130 |
| 2011 | $6,173 +2.7% | $198,130 |
| 2010 | $6,012 -18.1% | $198,130 -15.6% |
| 2009 | $7,340 +1.5% | $234,760 |
| 2008 | $7,235 +0.3% | $234,760 |
| 2007 | $7,210 | $234,760 |
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