''The Ford House'' is back on the market because the buyer changed their mind. Don't let the DOM fool you . . . this home offers an opportunity for a lg family home & /or home w/ rental income! Prime location is smack dab in the middle of two spectacular world class fishing lakes, Norfork Lake and Bull Shoals Lake, is this lovingly renovated & charming historic house has 6 BR, 3 ba (1 w/ clawfoot tub), formal DR, LR, & hobby room. Updates include a mixture of Double & Triple Pane Windows, well insulated, Master En-Suite, kitchen w/ eat at bar & pantry. Metal Roof, Retaining wall w/ French Drain. Microwave, Jenn-Air Elec. Range, Built in Microwave, DW, Ref, W/ D & 3 bar stools included. Large combo utility room equipment, houses W/ D, & freezer, and Propane tank is leased. Other household items negotiable. Tree floor joist, 2 garden spots, 2 sheds. Being sold 'where is-as is. The home's good bones, rich history, along with Ozark culture & heritage has an advantage with many major modern quality updates. This house is the oldest in Gainesville, deeded to the owner by Pres. U. S. Grant, and has been used by the community for its storm shelter and it was once mortgaged to build a school. The original home was a log cabin (current kitchen) w/ house built around the org. structure for additional living areas. This is YOUR chance to become a part of living history and make this American Craftsman house YOUR property! Historical records in sellers' possession will convey to buyer. This is YOUR chance to become a part of living history and make this American Craftsman house YOUR property! Historical records in sellers' possession will convey to buyer. You are within walking distance to the Ozark Co. Courthouse Square, post office, drug store, restaurants, banks, many businesses, City Hall & grocery store.
Single-familyProperty Type
1872Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$66Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Debra Smith• United Country Missouri Ozarks Realty Inc.
Bought with Non-MLSMember Non-MLSMember• Default Non Member Office
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Room Information
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,084
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Features
Has View
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Lot Size Dimensions: 181 x 90 x 181 x 90
Lot Size Acres: 0.31
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $510.10
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Gainesville
Middle Or Junior School: Gainesville
High School: Gainesville
Location Information
Directions: From courthouse square, make R on Third Street. Home is approximately two blocks from square on the right. L/O sign & picket fence mark the spot!
Subdivision Name: N/A
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,344
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Ozark County
APN: 15-0.3-07-001-004-016.000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 21, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Gainesville Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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Gainesville High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$156,000 – $189,000
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