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For sale

$499,000

137 acres

0000 Co Rd 539Ava, MO 65629

Land and lots · MLS 11855465 · Listed 126 days ago (Jun 26, 2026)

Pond · Waterfront, relationship not specified · Waterfront details

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For sale: Listed and available according to the MyStateMLS feed.

About this land

If you've been searching for an Ozarks hunting property with privacy, diverse terrain, and great potential, this 137± acre farm in Douglas County deserves a look. Tucked away at the end of a county-maintained road just two miles off the highway, the property offers the seclusion hunters want while remaining a short drive from Ava and Sparta. The landscape is everything you would expect from the Missouri Ozarks. Rolling ridges, deep timbered draws, and a large hilltop create excellent wildlife habitat and provide multiple scenic locations for a future home or hunting cabin. An electric meter is already in place approximately 75 yards inside the property, making future improvements even more convenient. The timber consists of a healthy mix of mature oak, hickory, and cedar. Several old pasture openings offer outstanding opportunities to establish food plots or convert portions of the property back into grazing ground, creating the perfect combination of livestock and recreation. Two wildlife ponds provide dependable water sources, while the rolling topography naturally funnels deer movement throughout the property. The farm supports an excellent population of whitetail deer and wild turkey, with numerous locations for strategically placed blinds and stands. Whether you enjoy bow hunting secluded timber funnels or overlooking destination food plots, this property offers the habitat to develop an exceptional hunting farm. Beyond hunting, the trail potential and scenic terrain make the property ideal for hiking, ATV riding, camping, or simply enjoying the peaceful beauty of the Ozarks. Located within the Ava School District and close to everyday conveniences, this property offers a rare balance of privacy, recreation, and future building potential.

Description provided by the listing brokerage.

MLS-reported waterfront

Waterfront details

The listing reports the property as waterfront but does not say how it meets the water. Ask the listing agent whether the parcel itself adjoins the shoreline.

Relationship to the water
Waterfront, relationship not specified
Water type
Pond
Water body
Not provided. Ask the listing agent.
Frontage length
Not provided. Ask the listing agent.
Water access arrangement
Not provided. Ask the listing agent.
Docks, slips, lifts, moorings
Not provided. Ask the listing agent.
Dock depth
Not provided. Ask the listing agent.
Shoreline
Not provided. Ask the listing agent.
Seasonal or tidal conditions
Not provided. Ask the listing agent.
Boating limits (bridges, depth, open-water access)
Not provided. Ask the listing agent.
Why this is listed as waterfront
  • WaterfrontYN “Yes”: The listing is marked waterfront.
  • WaterfrontFeatures “Pond”: Describes the water without a frontage value.
  • PropertyTypeDetail “land”: Property form used to read the frontage relationship.

Classified from fields in the MyStateMLS listing data. It has not been independently verified, and it is not a survey, title examination or legal determination of shoreline or access rights. Rules version 2026-10-29.1. How we classify waterfront

Something wrong with this classification? Report a waterfront classification issue. Questions about frontage, docks or access are best answered by Brock W. Utecht of Whitetail Properties Real Estate (MO).

Facts

List price
$499,000
Status
For sale
Property type
Land and lots
Lot size
137 acres
County
Douglas County
MLS number
11855465

Facts are reported by the listing brokerage. Items not listed were not provided; that does not mean the property lacks them.

Location

The pin is the listing's reported coordinates and may be approximate. It is not a parcel boundary or shoreline, and no flood, wetland or hazard conclusion should be drawn from it. See more listings in Ava.

Price and status history

    Changes observed by Waterfront Homes in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. This is not a public-record sales history; MyStateMLS does not publish sold prices.

    Estimate a monthly payment

    $99,800
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    Estimated monthly payment

    $3,085 per month

    Principal and interest$2,523
    Property tax$416
    Homeowners insurance$146
    Loan amount$399,200
    Total interest over the term$509,158

    An estimate for comparison only, not a loan offer or approval. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.

    Questions to ask before you buy

    Questions worth investigating for any waterfront property. They are not claims that this property has a problem or meets any condition.

    1. Who owns the shoreline and the land under the water, and are there easements or public-access rights along it?Ownership can stop at a high-water line, a survey line or a seawall. A title search and survey answer this, not the listing.
    2. Is a dock, slip, lift or mooring included, and do the rights transfer to you?Docks can be shared, leased, assigned by an association or held under a permit that does not automatically transfer.
    3. What permits exist for the dock, seawall or other shoreline structures, and what would new work require?Shoreline work is often regulated by local, state and federal agencies.
    4. How much does the water level change by season, by tide or by reservoir management?Depth at a dock in one season can differ a lot in another.
    5. What does flood insurance cost for this property, and what does the current flood map show?Get a quote from an insurer or agent. A flood zone is not a premium, and no zone does not mean no risk.
    6. What maintenance does the shoreline need (seawall, bulkhead, riprap, erosion), and what has been done recently?Shoreline structures are expensive to repair; ask for records and inspection reports.
    7. How are water, sewer or septic, and power provided?Waterfront septic systems and wells can have extra rules and inspections.
    8. How do you reach the property by road year-round, and who maintains that road?Some waterfront roads are private, seasonal or shared.
    9. What local rules apply: rentals, docks, boat lifts, fences, tree removal, setbacks?Rules come from the town, county, state, lake authority or association and vary widely.

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    Guides and next steps

    Listing courtesy of Whitetail Properties Real Estate (MO). Listing agent: Brock W. Utecht. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.

    Listing last updated by the brokerage Aug 20, 2026, 2:47 PM UTC. Waterfront Homes last received MyStateMLS data Oct 30, 2026, 5:01 PM UTC. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed; verify all details with the listing agent.