Fully Remodeled Farmhouse on 30 Working Acres Near Willow Springs
$419,000
Thirty acres in Texas County is a real step up in scale from most of what shows up in a homestead search — enough ground for cattle, hay production, or a diversified small farm operation, not just a homestead-sized lot with room for a garden. The 3-bedroom, 2-bath farmhouse on those acres has been fully remodeled and offers 1,951 square feet that are move-in ready rather than a project.
At $419,000 for a remodeled home with this much productive acreage near Willow Springs, this is worth a serious look for anyone planning to actually run the land. Jeff Lovan with Hayden Outdoors Real Estate has the listing.
Homestead Potential
Water & Infrastructure
Texas County sits in the Missouri Ozarks, where private wells are the norm — buyers should confirm the well's depth and yield, and walk the full 30 acres for any seasonal creeks, springs, or low-lying areas that could support a pond for livestock watering or irrigation.
Crop & Income Potential
Thirty acres is enough room for a genuine grazing operation, hay production, or a mix of pasture and row crops, well beyond what a kitchen garden or small homestead would need. Ozark pasture grasses support cattle and other livestock well, and there's ample room for an orchard or market garden near the house without competing with grazing land.
Sustainability
A fully remodeled farmhouse should have modern insulation and systems, helping keep heating and cooling costs manageable relative to its size. With 30 acres, buyers have real flexibility to dedicate a portion to a wood-management plan, solar array, or rotational grazing system that improves soil health over time.
The Boundaries
At this scale, a current survey is well worth the investment, since boundary discrepancies become more consequential as acreage increases. Texas County's rural zoning outside Willow Springs is generally permissive of agricultural use and livestock, making this a straightforward parcel to put to work.
Beyond the Property Line
Local Flavor & Small-Town Character
Willow Springs grew up as a railroad boom town and still carries that small-town energy, with the Willow Springs Farmers' Market running seasonally on Main Street. It's also the hometown of Steve Cropper of Booker T. & the M.G.'s, a point of local pride that comes up more than you'd expect.
Agricultural Resources & Neighbor Networks
MFA South Central Agri and a Tractor Supply both operate right in town, covering feed and equipment needs without much of a drive. The Texas County Livestock Fair, held in nearby Houston, brings the broader region's agricultural community together each year.
Outdoor Recreation & Natural Surroundings
Willow Springs sits within the Ava-Cassville-Willow Springs Ranger District of Mark Twain National Forest, and the North Fork Recreation Area — fed by springs pushing out roughly 18 million gallons a day — is a standout for canoeing and fishing. The 33-mile Ridge Runner Trail connects the area to Noblett Lake for anyone who wants to go further.
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