Invest Near The Strawberry River
1706 Vantage Lane : Horseshoe Bend, AR 72512
Izard County, Arkansas
Lot Description
Start Building Wealth With Land | 0.33 Acres Near Strawberry River | Spring Subdivision
Power & Water Ready | 5 Minutes to Town | Adjoining Lot Available | $349 Down + $100/Month
Your First Real Estate Investment Starts Here
Tired of watching your savings account earn pennies while inflation eats away at your buying power? Frustrated seeing wealthy people build portfolios while you're stuck with zero assets to pass down to your kids?
Real estate is how regular people build generational wealth-and this property is your entry point.
For just $100/Month-Less than most streaming subscriptions and food delivery apps combined-you can own 0.33 acres in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas. Power is already available. Just 5 minutes from town amenities. Walking distance to the Strawberry River. And there's an adjoining 0.41-Acre lot available if you want to expand your holdings.
This isn't just buying land. This is starting your real estate portfolio the smart way.
Why Land Investment Makes Sense for Working-Class Families
The Wealth Gap Reality:
Rich people own assets-real estate, stocks, businesses. Working people own... stuff that loses value. Cars that depreciate. Furniture that wears out. Electronics that become obsolete. Nothing that builds wealth over time.
Land changes that equation.
When you buy this property for $3,330, you're acquiring a tangible asset that:
• Appreciates over time as demand grows
• Can't be stolen, destroyed, or depreciated
• Provides multiple future options (build, sell, hold, pass down)
• Costs almost nothing to maintain
• Requires no expertise to own or manage
• Builds equity with every payment you make
This is how you break the cycle. One affordable parcel at a time.
The Smart Investment Strategy
Start Small, Build Strategically:
You don't need $50,000 to start investing in real estate. You need $349 and the commitment to pay $100/Month. Here's how smart investors with limited capital approach this:
Phase 1: Secure This Lot
Pay $349 down, start making $100 monthly payments. You're now a real estate investor with an asset that's appreciating while you pay it off.
Phase 2: Expand Your Holdings
The adjoining 0.41-Acre lot is available. Once you're comfortable with the first payment, consider adding it to your portfolio. Now you own 0.74 acres total-nearly three-quarters of an acre building value simultaneously.
Phase 3: Build Equity
Make your monthly payments consistently. Watch the principal decrease and your equity increase. In 36 months, you own the first parcel free and clear.
Phase 4: Leverage Your Asset
Use your paid-off land as collateral for the next investment, sell it for profit to fund bigger purchases, build on it for cash flow through rentals, or hold it long-term for your children's future.
This is the roadmap wealthy people follow. Now it's accessible to you at $100/Month.
Why This Property Works for New Investors
Low-Risk Entry Point:
When you're making your first real estate investment, you want to minimize risk. This property checks all the boxes:
• Affordable price point-$3,330 total (not $30,000 or $300,000)
• Power already available-lower infrastructure costs
• Established subdivision-proven area, not experimental development
• Close to town-accessible and desirable location
• Low annual taxes-just $53.72/Year to maintain
• Owner financing-no bank rejection, no complicated loan process
• Clear exit strategies-build, sell, or hold all viable options
Translation: This is a smart first investment, not a gamble.
The Real Numbers Behind Your Investment
Cash Price: $3,330 + $249 doc fee
Total Cash Investment: $3,579
Owner Financing Available:
The financing structure makes this accessible even on a tight budget:
• Down payment: $349 (includes $249 doc fee + $100 toward purchase)
• Monthly payment: $100/Month for 36 months
• Total financed: $3,949 over three years
• No credit check-your past doesn't prevent your future
• No bank approval-direct owner financing
• Deed transferred when paid-officially yours, filed with county
Compare This to Traditional Investments:
Most "beginner" investment advice tells you to save $1,000 and put it in an index fund. Great-in 30 years, maybe you'll have $7,000. Meanwhile, land in growing areas doubles or triples in value over the same period, plus you can use it, build on it, or sell it whenever you need.
Real estate builds real wealth. Paper investments build paper returns.
Property Details
Size: 0.33 acres (with 0.41-Acre adjoining lot available)
Address: 1706 Vantage Lane, Horseshoe Bend, AR 72512
Apn: 800-11531-000
County: Izard County
Subdivision: Spring (established area)
Annual Property Taxes: $53.72/Year (under $5/month.)
Minimum Build: 1,000 sq ft total, 800 sq ft heated
Power: Available at property
RV Living: Allowed while building (up to 1 year)
Location Benefits: 5 minutes to town, walk to Strawberry River
Location Advantages for Investment Value
5 Minutes to Town Amenities:
Properties close to services hold value better and appreciate faster than remote land:
• Grocery stores and shopping nearby
• Medical facilities accessible
• Restaurants and services within reach
• Not isolated-real community with real amenities
• Easy to show to potential buyers if you sell later
• Rental potential if you build in the future
Strawberry River Access:
Water access increases property desirability and value:
• Walking distance to one of Arkansas's premier trout rivers
• Fishing, kayaking, and outdoor recreation
• Natural beauty and scenic views
• Tourism draw that supports property values
• Future development likely along waterways
Growing Horseshoe Bend Area:
The Ozarks are experiencing steady growth as people discover affordable Arkansas living:
• Retirees relocating from expensive states
• Remote workers seeking quality of life
• Vacation home buyers investing in recreation properties
• Limited inventory of affordable land near water
• Infrastructure improvements enhancing accessibility
All factors that support long-term appreciation of your investment.
The Adjoining Lot Opportunity
Expand Your Portfolio Strategically:
The adjoining 0.41-Acre parcel creates a unique opportunity for investors thinking ahead:
Option 1: Buy Both Lots
Own 0.74 acres total (0.33 + 0.41). Advantages:
• Nearly three-quarters of an acre doubles your asset base
• More land typically appreciates more than smaller parcels
• More building options if you decide to develop
• More flexibility for future plans
• Stronger position if you sell-buyers prefer larger parcels
Option 2: Start with One, Add Later
Secure this 0.33-Acre lot now, add the adjoining lot when cash flow allows:
• Manageable entry at $100/Month initially
• Expand holdings as income increases
• Control adjoining property prevents unwanted neighbors
• Strategic accumulation builds portfolio methodically
Option 3: Partner Strategy
Buy this lot, encourage a trusted friend or family member to buy the adjoining one:
• Share the investment opportunity with someone you trust
• Control what happens next door
• Potential for joint future development if desired
• Both parties building wealth simultaneously
Having options is what investing is about. This property gives you multiple paths forward.
What Makes This a Smart Investment
Appreciation Potential:
Arkansas land near water and recreation has shown steady appreciation:
• Ozark properties increasing as region gains recognition
• Waterfront-adjacent land becoming scarce
• Small-town Arkansas attracting relocators and retirees
• Limited supply of buildable lots with utilities
Low Holding Costs:
Many investments have ongoing expenses that eat into returns. Not land:
• Annual taxes under $53.72 (negligible)
• No maintenance costs
• No insurance required (though available if you want it)
• No management fees or expenses
• Just sit and appreciate while you own it
Multiple Exit Strategies:
Good investments have flexible exit options:
• Hold long-term for maximum appreciation
• Sell when you need capital or profit
• Build on it for rental income
• Use as collateral for financing other investments
• Pass it to your children as generational wealth
• Trade up to larger parcels using equity
Flexibility means you're never stuck. You're always in control.
Building Generational Wealth
Break the Cycle:
If you grew up without assets, your kids are on track for the same. Every generation starts from zero, renting, struggling, never getting ahead. Land ownership breaks that pattern.
What Passing Land to Your Kids Means:
• They start adulthood with an asset, not debt
• They have collateral for business loans or home mortgages
• They can build on it, sell it, or hold it-their choice
• They understand asset ownership from your example
• They have a foundation you didn't have
This $3,330 investment today could be worth $10,000, $20,000, or more when your kids inherit it. That's generational wealth building in action.
Horseshoe Bend: Solid Investment Location
Why This Area Supports Property Values:
Horseshoe Bend isn't some dying rural town. It's a growing Ozark community with real amenities and steady demand:
Natural Assets:
• Strawberry River (famous trout fishing, tourism draw)
• Crown Lake nearby (boating, swimming, recreation)
• Ozark Mountain scenery (natural beauty people seek)
• Outdoor recreation (hiking, fishing, golf, camping)
Community Stability:
• Established town with history and character
• Growing retiree and relocator population
• Safe, friendly environment
• Active community events and festivals
Essential Services:
• Grocery stores and shopping
• Medical facilities and pharmacies
• Restaurants and local businesses
• Schools and community services
Regional Positioning:
• Mountain Home 50 minutes (Walmart, Home Depot, medical)
• Batesville 45 minutes (additional services)
• Little Rock 2 hours (airport, metro access)
These factors support property values and make your investment more secure.
Perfect For
First-Time Investors-starting your real estate portfolio affordably
Young Families-building assets to pass down to children
Blue-Collar Workers-investing on a working-class income
Single Parents-creating security for kids' futures
Entry-Level Professionals-diversifying beyond just savings accounts
Future Builders-securing land now, building when ready
Portfolio Starters-learning real estate with manageable risk
Anyone Serious About Wealth-taking the first concrete step forward
The Education You Get With This Investment
Learning Real Estate Without the Risk:
Buying this property teaches you valuable skills:
• How land transactions work (without huge stakes)
• Understanding property taxes and assessments
• Working with county records and deed filings
• Evaluating location and appreciation factors
• Managing a real estate asset
• Building credit through consistent payments
• Leveraging assets for future investments
You're not just buying land-you're getting a real estate education worth thousands, for $100/Month.
Many people pay tens of thousands for real estate courses. You're getting hands-on learning for the cost of your investment.
Common Investor Questions Answered
"Can I really make money on such a small investment?"
Absolutely. If this $3,330 property doubles to $6,660 in 10 years (modest for land near water), you've doubled your money. If it triples to $10,000, you've tripled your investment. Plus, you control when to sell for maximum profit.
"What if I need my money back?"
Land is liquid-you can list it for sale anytime. Worst case, you sell for what you paid and get your money back. Best case, you sell for profit. You're not locked in forever.
"What if I can't afford to build?"
You don't have to build. Hold it as investment, sell it for profit, or keep making minimal tax payments ($53.72/Year) while it appreciates. Building is optional, not required.
"Is this really better than saving?"
Your savings account pays maybe 1-2% interest. Land in growing areas can appreciate 5-10% annually or more. Plus, land can't lose value to inflation the way cash does. Real assets beat paper savings.
"What if something goes wrong?"
You're protected by deed filing, clear property records, and county oversight. The property exists, the ownership is clear, and the transaction is straightforward. This isn't a risky investment scheme-it's tangible land.
Start With What You Can Afford
Here's the honest truth: You don't need to be rich to start building wealth. You need to start somewhere, anywhere, with whatever you can afford.
$100/month is something most people can manage. Skip eating out twice. Cancel subscriptions you don't use. Work one extra shift. Sell stuff you don't need. Find $100.
Because that $100/Month isn't buying consumption-it's buying your future.
Three years from now, you'll either own this land free and clear, or you'll wish you'd started. Five years from now, it could be worth double what you paid. Ten years from now, your kids could be benefiting from the asset you had the foresight to acquire.
Time passes either way. Money gets spent either way. The question is: will you spend it or invest it?
Why Owner Financing Changes Everything
Traditional Path:
• Need good credit (which you might not have)
• Need 20-30% down (which is $1,000+ you don't have saved)
• Need bank approval (which means judgement and rejection)
• Need complex paperwork (which feels overwhelming)
• Result: You never start investing
Owner Financing Path:
• No credit check (your past doesn't matter)
• Just $349 down (you can save this)
• No bank approval (direct transaction)
• Simple process (straightforward and clear)
• Result: You become a real estate investor this month
This is why owner financing is powerful-it removes the barriers that keep working people from building wealth.
Your Investment Timeline
Today: Make the decision. Contact us. Ask questions. Understand the process.
This Week: Pay $349. Property ownership begins.
Months 1-36: Make $100 monthly payments. Watch equity build. Visit property. Plan future.
Month 36: Final payment made. Deed transferred and filed. You own 0.33 acres free and clear.
Years 3-10: Hold for appreciation. Maybe add adjoining lot. Consider building. Watch value grow.
Years 10+: Sell for profit, build on it, pass to kids, or keep as long-term asset. The choice is yours because you own it.
Every wealth journey starts with one decision. This can be yours.
The Difference Between Wishing and Owning
Wishers: Talk about buying land someday. Never have enough saved. Wait for perfect timing. Watch prices rise. Stay stuck.
Owners: Start with what they can afford. Make $100 payments. Build equity slowly. Own assets. Create options.
The difference isn't income level-it's mindset and action.
You can wish for a better financial future, or you can invest $100/Month and build one. Both take time. Only one creates wealth.
Secure Your First Investment Property
Stop watching other people build wealth while you work just as hard and have nothing to show for it. Stop believing real estate investing is only for rich people. Stop letting perfect be the enemy of good.
Start building your portfolio with this property.
For $349 down and $100/Month, you can own land in the growing Ozarks with utilities ready, river access nearby, and an adjoining lot available for expansion. In three years, it's paid off. In ten years, it could be worth triple. In twenty years, your kids inherit an asset.
Contact us today about 1706 Vantage Lane.
Ask your questions. Understand the process. Then make the decision that shifts your family's financial trajectory.
For $100/Month, your real estate investment journey begins.
This time next year, you'll either be twelve payments closer to owning land, or you'll be wishing you'd started. Choose wisely.
Lot Maps & Attachments
Directions to Lot
From Oxford, Arkansas
Take AR-354 E/Cardinal Rd to S Manor Dr in Horseshoe Bend
14 min (10.6 mi)
Take Cedar Lake Dr and Strawberry Dr to Vantage Ln
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