For sale

$260,000

Est. $1,701/mo —

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2,518

sq ft

242 Vick Rd, Effie, LA 71331

About this home

GREAT OPPORTUNITY! This property is USDA Eligible and may qualify for 100% financing. Escape to peaceful country living with this solidly built 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offering 2,518 heated square feet on 5 beautiful acres. Surrounded by picturesque farmland, this private retreat features mature oak trees, colorful crepe myrtles, and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Inside, you'll find spacious rooms, a large great room perfect for entertaining, a generous kitchen with abundant workspace. Outside, enjoy the covered patio with a sink, a backyard playground, and a large barn with electricity. The property also includes a private fuel station with storage tanks and a gas pump for added convenience. Located just minutes from the Ben Routh Recreation Area on the Red River, this property offers the perfect blend of country charm, functionality, and outdoor recreation. If you've been searching for space, privacy, and endless possibilities, this one is a must-see!

Single-familyProperty Type

1974Year Built

4.99 acresLot Size

$103Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Melanie Hodapp • RITCHIE REAL ESTATE

Listing updated: Jul 8, 2026 at 03:12pm

Redfin checked: a minute ago

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$1,701 per month

Principal and interest$1,366

Property taxes

$74

HOA dues

Home insurance

$260

Utilities

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Lafargue Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 6.6mi

6/10

Marksville High School

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi

2/10

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Offer insights

242 Vick Rd · $260,000

Strong offer

$260K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $260K+ is a strong offer

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The average home goes pending in 182 days.

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Entrance foyer
Great room
Living room
Dining room
Kitchen
Multiple bedrooms
Multiple bathrooms
Other room

Bedrooms
At least 4 bedrooms

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom

Kitchen
Dishwasher
Refrigerator

Heating & cooling
Central heating (natural gas)
Central air conditioning

Sale and tax history for 242 Vick Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$894

$3,240 + $11,180

$14,420

2024

$894 (+1.3%)

$3,240 + $11,180

$14,420

2023

$882

$3,000 + $11,180

$14,180

2022

$882

$3,000 + $11,180

$14,180

2021

$882

$3,000 + $11,180

$14,180

2020

$882 (+0.8%)

$3,000 + $11,180

$14,180

2019

$876

$2,870 + $11,180

$14,050

2018

$875

$2,870 + $11,180

$14,050

2017

$875

$2,870 + $11,180

$14,050

2016

$875 (+1.5%)

$2,870 + $11,180

$14,050

2014

$862

$2,650 + $11,180

$13,830

2013

$863

$2,650 + $11,180

$13,830

Public record

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Lot size

40 Acres

Year renovated

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Finished Sq. Ft.

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Unfinished Sq. Ft.

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Total Sq. Ft.

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Year built

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Style

Single Family Residential

County

Avoyelles Parish

APN

0010087901

Parking Spaces

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Basement

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Accessible

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HOA Dues

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Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.

Historical weather

Effie, LA • 71331

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Sun exposure

100/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.8 hrs

7.1 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 242 Vick Rd

$251,352

$8,648 under list price of $260K

Nearby comparable homes

The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $97K to $335K.

SOLD JUN 29, 2026
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$335,000 Last sold price
4 beds2.5 baths2,601 sq ft
3022 Charrier St, Mansura, LA 71350
$26/sq ft
smaller lot
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SOLD NOV 7, 2025
$250,000 Last sold price
4 beds2 baths2,607 sq ft
4410 Highway 452, Marksville, LA 71351
$7/sq ft
smaller lot
1 year newer
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$97,000 Last sold price
3 beds3 baths1,839 sq ft
129 Shanewood Dr, Marksville, LA 71351
$50/sq ft
smaller lot
6 years newer
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$179,000 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths1,750 sq ft
1490 Highway 452 Hwy, Marksville, LA 71351
$1/sq ft
smaller lot
6 years newer
SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$145,000 Last sold price
3 beds1.5 baths1,498 sq ft
124 Market St, Marksville, LA 71351
$6/sq ft
smaller lot
1 year newer
SOLD MAY 22, 2026
$200,000 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths2,150 sq ft
1567 Large Rd, Mansura, LA 71350
$10/sq ft
smaller lot
25 years newer

Rental earnings

Est. $2,249 per month, based on comparable rentals

Contact listing agent

Melanie Hodapp

RITCHIE REAL ESTATE

318-447-3010

mhodapp224@gmail.com

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