$599,000   •   18.8 Acres
3 br /

Arno — A historic Ozarks farmstead on 18.8± acres in the footprint of the old town of Arno, west of Ava. Featuring a recently remodeled 1935 farmhouse, a refurbished general store with living quarters, a nightly rental/tiny home, creek frontage on Cowskin Creek, barns, and multiple outbuildings. A rare blend of Missouri history, water, and usable acreage.LandLocated on 18.8± acres in the historic footprint of the old town of Arno, this distinctive Ozarks property offers a rare blend of Missouri history, creek frontage, and functional improvements. Founded in the mid-1800s and once briefly serving as the Douglas County seat, Arno is now a quiet, unincorporated community where rural character and privacy remain intact. The main 1935 farmhouse offers approximately 1,257 square feet, 2 bedrooms, and 2 full bathrooms, luxury LVP flooring, a kitchen/dining combination, main-floor laundry, and covered porches—including a 10×19 screened porch—create a comfortable, livable home with classic farmhouse appeal. Heating options include central heat, mini-splits, wood stove, solar assist, and central air for cooling. A partial unfinished basement with interior access provides additional storage and utility space. One of the most compelling features of the property is the historic Arno general store, a 22×48 structure that has been thoughtfully refurbished into additional living quarters. This space includes a second kitchen, living area, workshop, hobby room, and a ¾ bathroom, offering flexibility for guests, rental use, studio space, or multi-generational living. Attached to the store is a 26×22 garage, adding practical storage and parking. There’s also a root cellar/storm shelter under the back porch. In addition to the farmhouse and store, the property includes a 14×32 nightly rental building / tiny home, offering income potential or private guest accommodations. Supporting structures include a 32×40 milk barn, chicken coop, storm cellar, 10×16 storage building, and a 7×9 small block building, making the property well-suited for hobby farming, homesteading, or small-scale livestock operations. The land features Cowskin Creek frontage, water views, large field, and gently usable acreage ideal for gardens, animals, or recreation. A private well supplies water, and two propane tanks serve the improvements. County road frontage provides access while maintaining a secluded, rural feel just west of Ava. Property Highlights 18.8± acres in historic Arno, Douglas County, Missouri Creek frontage on Cowskin Creek +  water views 1935 farmhouse | approx. 1,257 sq ft 2 bedrooms | 2 full bathrooms Screened porch (10×19) + covered porches Refurbished historic general store (22×48): Living quarters with second kitchen Living area, workshop & hobby room ¾ bathroom Attached 26×22 garage 14×32 nightly rental / tiny home Agricultural & support buildings: 32×40 milk barn Chicken coop 10×16 storage building 7×9 small block building Storm cellar Private well for water Two propane tanks County road frontage Arno is more than a property—it’s a piece of Douglas County history, thoughtfully adapted for modern rural living.


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