Serenity with a side of sweat equity! Located in Lake Hamilton School District, this 2+ bedroom, 1.5 bath mystery box sits on 7.92 glorious, unrestricted acres—meaning you can build a second house, a yurt, a goat palace, or just do donuts on your tractor. No HOA here, folks. You're the mayor of this mini kingdom. Inside? Well… let’s just say it’s a "complete fixer-upper"—which is Realtor™ code for “bring a dumpster, a contractor, and possibly a priest. ” The property is ever-so peaceful. The kind of views that make you question your life choices… but in a good way. Watch the sunrise with coffee or the sunset with a glass of something stronger after trying to patch drywall for six hours. The small pond contains water, wonder, and possibly amphibious neighbors who will not pay rent but will judge your choices. This is not just a house - it's a journey! An adventure of questionable logic but infinite reward. Bring your imagination, your grit, and your best overalls. Greatness (and probably sawdust) awaits. (SEE AGENT REMARKS)
Type: Detached
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
7.92 acresLot Size
$106Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Stephen Inman-Crawley• Rix Realty Advantage Team Realtors
Est. $2,683 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 256 Forest Ridge Rd Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
HSBOR #151972
May 21, 2026
Sold
$155,000
$106/sq ft
Apr 28, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 21, 2026
Price Changed
$185,000
$127/sq ft
Apr 10, 2026
Price Changed
$190,000
$130/sq ft
Mar 13, 2026
Price Changed
$195,000
$134/sq ft
Feb 8, 2026
Relisted
—
Jan 20, 2026
Contingent
—
Jan 8, 2026
Price Changed
$199,000
$136/sq ft
Aug 1, 2025
Listed
$230,000
$158/sq ft
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Serenity with a side of sweat equity! Located in Lake Hamilton School District, this 2+ bedroom, 1.5 bath mystery box sits on 7.92 glorious, unrestricted acres—meaning you can build a second house, a yurt, a goat palace, or just do donuts on your tractor. No HOA here, folks. You're the mayor of this mini kingdom. Inside? Well… let’s just say it’s a "complete fixer-upper"—which is Realtor™ code for “bring a dumpster, a contractor, and possibly a priest. ” The property is ever-so peaceful. The kind of views that make you question your life choices… but in a good way. Watch the sunrise with coffee or the sunset with a glass of something stronger after trying to patch drywall for six hours. The small pond contains water, wonder, and possibly amphibious neighbors who will not pay rent but will judge your choices. This is not just a house - it's a journey! An adventure of questionable logic but infinite reward. Bring your imagination, your grit, and your best overalls. Greatness (and probably sawdust) awaits. (SEE AGENT REMARKS)
CARMLS #25030658
May 21, 2026
Sold
$155,000
$106/sq ft
Apr 28, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 21, 2026
Price Changed
$185,000
$127/sq ft
Apr 10, 2026
Price Changed
$190,000
$130/sq ft
Mar 13, 2026
Price Changed
$195,000
$134/sq ft
Feb 8, 2026
Relisted
—
Jan 20, 2026
Contingent
—
Jan 8, 2026
Price Changed
$199,000
$136/sq ft
Aug 1, 2025
Listed
$230,000
$158/sq ft
HSBOR #144485
Nov 17, 2023
Sold
$125,000
$86/sq ft
Nov 3, 2023
Listed
$125,000
$86/sq ft
Investment property with approximately 7.76 acres. Value mostly in land.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,361 (−1.4%)
$13,110 + $17,960
$31,070
2024
$1,380 (+237.4%)
$13,110 + $17,960
$31,070
2023
$409 (+9.1%)
$13,110 + $17,960
$31,070
2022
$375 (+9.0%)
$13,110 + $17,960
$31,070
2021
$344 (+383.2%)
$13,110 + $17,960
$31,070
2016
$71 (+0.2%)
$8,070 + $11,900
$19,970
2015
$71
$8,930 + $12,810
$21,740
2013
$71
$8,930 + $12,810
$21,740
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7.76 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,458
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Garland County
APN
11852
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Interior Features
Washer Connection, Dryer Connection (Electric), Water Heater (Electric), Ceiling Fan(s)
Floors: Other (See Remarks)
Walls/Ceilings: Paneling
Heating & Cooling
Window Units, Space Heater (Gas)
Exterior
Building Information
Exterior: Frame
Foundation: Crawl Space
Exterior Features
Deck, Outside Storage Area
Roof: Composition
Road Surface: Paved
Property Information
Approx Sq. Ft.: 1,458
Lot Information
Approx Lot Size: 338026
Approx Acreage: 7.92
Source of Acreage: Survey
Sq. Ft. Source: Tax Records
Lot Description: Rural Property, Wooded, Cleared, Not in Subdivision, River/Lake Area, Mountain View, Up Slope, Down Slope, Vista View
Will Subdivide: No
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Taxes: $1,360.87
Tax Year: 2024
Financial Information
Potential Financing: New Loan-Conventional, Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Septic, Water (Public), Electric Municipal (+Entergy), Gas (Propane/Butane)
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Lake Hamilton
Middle School: Lake Hamilton
Junior High: Lake Hamilton
High School: Lake Hamilton
Location Details
County: Garland
City: Royal
Subdivision: Garland County
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,458
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7.76 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: —
County: Garland County
APN: 11852
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
0/100 Car-Dependent9/100 Somewhat bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
Lake Hamilton Intermediate School
Public 4-5 • Assigned • 3.6mi
7/10
Lake Hamilton Middle School
Public 6-7 • Assigned • 3.7mi
6/10
Lake Hamilton High School
Public 10-12 • Assigned • 3.9mi
6/10
Lake Hamilton Junior High School
Public 8-9 • Assigned • 4.0mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
7% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Royal, AR • 71968
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
6.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$189,000 – $229,000
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