Is a car needed in Mount Ida, AR?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in Mount Ida, AR?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say yards are well-kept

Is there wildlife in Mount Ida, AR?

As of early 2026, 83% of users say there's wildlife

Is parking easy in Mount Ida, AR?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say parking is easy

Is Mount Ida, AR quiet?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say it's quiet

Are the streets well-lit in Mount Ida, AR?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Mount Ida, AR dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say it's dog friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Mount Ida, AR?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say people would walk alone at night

Does Mount Ida, AR show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are neighbors friendly in Mount Ida, AR?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say neighbors are friendly

Are there community events in Mount Ida, AR?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say there are community events

Is Mount Ida, AR walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Do kids play outside in Mount Ida, AR?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say kids play outside

Is Mount Ida, AR walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 159 Forbes Rd estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 159 Forbes Rd in Mount Ida, AR is $259,800 .

Is Mount Ida a buyer's or seller's market?

Mount Ida is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What are the closest schools to 159 Forbes Rd?

The closest schools to 159 Forbes Rd in Mount Ida, AR are Bobby Barrett Elementary School (rated 5/10), Mount Ida High School (Middle, rated 4/10).

Does 159 Forbes Rd have air conditioning?

Yes, 159 Forbes Rd in Mount Ida, AR has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 159 Forbes Rd?

The lot at 159 Forbes Rd in Mount Ida, AR is about 6.2 acres .

Does 159 Forbes Rd have a garage?

Yes, 159 Forbes Rd in Mount Ida, AR has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$259,800

Trulia Estimate

Studio
2 Baths
1,740 sqft (on 6.16 acres)

159 Forbes Rd, Mount Ida, AR 71957

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$260K

Since last month

$10K (+4.1%)

Since last year

$25K (-8.7%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +68% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
October 2026	$261K
September 2026	$260K
August 2026	$250K
July 2026	$250K
June 2026	$268K
May 2026	$258K
April 2026	$255K
March 2026	$252K
February 2026	$238K
January 2026	$233K
2025
December 2025	$246K
November 2025	$229K
October 2025	$271K
September 2025	$286K
August 2025	$287K
July 2025	$282K
June 2025	$287K
May 2025	$284K
April 2025	$282K
March 2025	$278K
February 2025	$275K
January 2025	$268K
2024
December 2024	$275K
November 2024	$267K
October 2024	$281K
September 2024	$280K
August 2024	$278K
July 2024	$284K
June 2024	$295K
May 2024	$279K
April 2024	$269K
March 2024	$270K
February 2024	$259K
January 2024	$258K
2023
December 2023	$250K
November 2023	$259K
October 2023	$255K
September 2023	$257K
August 2023	$253K
July 2023	$257K
June 2023	$255K
May 2023	$182K
April 2023	$179K
2022
December 2022	$168K
September 2022	$184K
August 2022	$189K
July 2022	$193K
June 2022	$193K
May 2022	$191K
April 2022	$188K
March 2022	$189K
February 2022	$190K
January 2022	$192K
2021
December 2021	$195K
November 2021	$200K
October 2021	$201K
September 2021	$199K
August 2021	$200K
July 2021	$200K
June 2021	$198K
May 2021	$195K
April 2021	$189K
March 2021	$176K
February 2021	$173K
January 2021	$176K
2020
December 2020	$178K
November 2020	$176K
October 2020	$174K
September 2020	$174K
August 2020	$176K
July 2020	$176K
June 2020	$175K
May 2020	$174K
April 2020	$171K
March 2020	$171K
February 2020	$169K
January 2020	$169K
2019
December 2019	$168K
November 2019	$171K
October 2019	$171K
September 2019	$172K
August 2019	$170K
July 2019	$171K
June 2019	$170K
May 2019	$170K
April 2019	$169K
March 2019	$168K
February 2019	$168K
January 2019	$167K
2018
December 2018	$167K
November 2018	$166K
October 2018	$159K
September 2018	$157K
August 2018	$158K
July 2018	$160K
June 2018	$154K
May 2018	$153K
April 2018	$151K
March 2018	$150K
February 2018	$154K
January 2018	$151K
2017
December 2017	$162K
November 2017	$159K
October 2017	$159K
September 2017	$158K
August 2017	$158K
July 2017	$158K
June 2017	$150K
May 2017	$156K
April 2017	$154K
March 2017	$149K
February 2017	$154K
January 2017	$154K
2016
December 2016	$154K
November 2016	$154K
October 2016	$155K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
120 Lloyd Dr, Mount Ida, AR	0.69	Single-Family Home	$135,000	06/26/26		3	1,782
1219 Highway 270 E, Mount Ida, AR	0.35	Single-Family Home	$68,000	11/07/25	3	2.5	1,488
119 Wheeler Ln, Mount Ida, AR	0.82	Single-Family Home	$270,000	09/09/26	3	2	1,779
121 Wildwood Dr, Mount Ida, AR	0.65	Single-Family Home	$200,000	04/21/26	3	2	1,853
901 Highway 270 E, Mount Ida, AR	0.55	Single-Family Home	$105,000	07/15/26	5	2	2,040
260 Hall St, Mount Ida, AR	0.74	Single-Family Home	$230,000	03/26/26	3	2	1,408
113 E Simpson St, Mount Ida, AR	0.73	Single-Family Home	$115,000	11/21/25	3	1	1,456
140 Timber Ridge Ln, Mount Ida, AR	0.93	Single-Family Home	$58,200	04/21/26	3	1	980
255 W Elm St, Mount Ida, AR	1.22	Single-Family Home	$85,000	05/29/26	2	2	1,340
1262 Highway 27 S, Mount Ida, AR	1.78	Single-Family Home	$800,000	07/06/26		2	2,408

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
219 Forbes Rd, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.09	-	-	2	-	Off Market
36 Hillcrest Dr, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.13	$218,600	5	2	2,076	Off Market
192 Diamond Mist Rd, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.17	$360,600	Studio	3	2,424	Off Market
219 Forbes Rd, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.18	$233,500	Studio	2	1,449	Off Market
477 Forbes, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.18	$402,900	1	1	1,952	Off Market
133 Forbes Rd, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.19	$214,300	Studio	2	-	Off Market
133 Forbes Rd, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.19	-	-	2	-	Off Market
125 Hillcrest Dr, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.21	$167,300	Studio	2	1,764	Off Market
47 Forbes Rd, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.24	-	Studio	2	-	Off Market
54 Forbes Rd, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.25	$162,500	Studio	1	1,560	Off Market
55 Stanley Ln, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.26	$123,000	Studio	2	1,558	Off Market
39 Forbes Rd, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.29	$133,300	3	2	1,190	Off Market
42 Stanley Ln, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.30	$121,500	Studio	2	1,352	Off Market
24 Stanley Ln, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.31	$152,800	Studio	1	1,168	Off Market
75 Stanley Ln, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.31	-	Studio	2	1,248	Off Market
58 Stanley Ln, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.32	-	-	-	-	Off Market
1219 Highway 270 E, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.35	$68,900	3	2.5	1,488	Off Market
1209 Highway 270 E, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.36	$148,000	Studio	1	1,887	Off Market
1137 Highway 270 E, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.37	$92,300	Studio	1	1,312	Off Market
1045 Highway 270 E, Mount Ida, AR 71957	0.38	$168,900	Studio	1	1,818	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1997

6.16 acre lot

1,740 sqft

$149/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 159 Forbes Rd, Mount Ida, AR. 159 Forbes Rd is in Mount Ida, AR and in ZIP code 71957. This property has 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,740 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 6.16 acres and was built in 1997.

159 Forbes Rd, Mount Ida, AR 71957 is a studio, 2 bathroom, 1,740 sqft single-family home built in 1997. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $259,800.

Home Details for 159 Forbes Rd

Interior Features
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Heating & Cooling Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: OtherDeckExterior: BrickFoundation Type: Piers
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1997
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6.16 acres

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$333	$210,400

Home facts updated by county records

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Bobby Barrett Elementary School
K-6
Public
199 Students
Mount Ida School District
5/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
This school is by far the worst facility I have seen. The staff has no regard for the children they themselves actually become the bullies. They treat disabled children as if they are not welcomed in their schools. My children has no sense of safety.
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8y ago
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What Locals Say about Mount Ida

At least 2 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say car is needed
100 % Say yards are well-kept
83 % Say there's wildlife
75 % Say parking is easy
67 % Say it's quiet
67 % Say streets are well-lit
67 % Say it's dog friendly
50 % Say people would walk alone at night
50 % Say there's holiday spirit
45 % Say neighbors are friendly
40 % Say there are community events
33 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
33 % Say kids play outside
20 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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"lived here 7 years, great place to raise kids, beautiful, lakes, recreation within minutes, good schools, small town ambiance, Norman Rockwell living at its best!"
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Frequently asked questions about 159 Forbes Rd

What is 159 Forbes Rd estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 159 Forbes Rd in Mount Ida, AR is $259,800.
Is Mount Ida a buyer's or seller's market?
Mount Ida is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What are the closest schools to 159 Forbes Rd?
The closest schools to 159 Forbes Rd in Mount Ida, AR are Bobby Barrett Elementary School (rated 5/10), Mount Ida High School (Middle, rated 4/10).
Does 159 Forbes Rd have air conditioning?
Yes, 159 Forbes Rd in Mount Ida, AR has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 159 Forbes Rd?
The lot at 159 Forbes Rd in Mount Ida, AR is about 6.2 acres.
Does 159 Forbes Rd have a garage?
Yes, 159 Forbes Rd in Mount Ida, AR has a garage.

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SOLD
SEP 11, 2026
$370,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,632 sqft
1897 Highway 27 N,
Mount Ida, AR 71970
Ashley Layfield, McGraw Realtors - HS
SOLD
SEP 9, 2026
$270,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,779 sqft
119 Wheeler Ln,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Deana C Cole, Pride Homes & Mountain Lake Real Estate
SOLD
AUG 14, 2026
$365,000
3 bd
3 ba
2,120 sqft
2742 Highway 270 E,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Eric Billingsley, McGraw Realtors - HS
SOLD
AUG 14, 2026
$365,000
3 bd
3 ba
2,120 sqft
2742 E 270th Hwy,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Susie Sparkman, McGraw REALTORS
SOLD
JUL 21, 2026
$143,500
2 bd
1 ba
728 sqft
240 Williams Creek Rd,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Deana C Cole, Pride Homes & Mountain Lake Real Estate
SOLD
JUL 15, 2026
$230,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,568 sqft
47 Hawkeye Ln,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Deana C Cole, Pride Homes & Mountain Lake Real Estate
SOLD
JUN 26, 2026
$135,000
3 ba
1,782 sqft
120 Lloyd Dr,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
SOLD
JUN 16, 2026
$145,000
3 bd
2.5 ba
1,836 sqft
301 Birch St,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Letitia L Sommerkorn, Caddo River Realty, Inc. Branch Office
SOLD
MAY 12, 2026
$170,000
48 Industry Dr,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Letitia L Sommerkorn, Caddo River Realty, Inc. Branch Office
SOLD
MAY 6, 2026
$197,500
1 ba
1,156 sqft
42 Old Rob Rd,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
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1 ACRE
$436,900
3 bd
3 ba
3,482 sqft
137 N Pine St,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Deana C Cole, Pride Homes & Mountain Lake Real Estate
AUCTION
2.6 ACRES
$184,900
3 bd
2 ba
1,636 sqft
Address Not Disclosed,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Tammy D Jordan, Jordan Real Estate
NEW - 1 DAY AGO
2.37 ACRES
$229,900
3 bd
3 ba
2,681 sqft
225 Watkins Ln,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Kevin Cloud, LPT Realty
1.67 ACRES
$215,000
3 bd
2.5 ba
1,500 sqft
132 South Dr,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Melissa Carmack, Caddo River Realty, Inc. Branch Office
2.68 ACRES
$249,000
3 bd
2 ba
2,237 sqft
Address Not Disclosed,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Michael Dobbs, Holly Springs Real Estate
0.36 ACRES
$99,000
1 bd
0.5 ba
1,968 sqft
240 North George Street,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Melissa Carmack, Caddo River Realty, Inc. Branch Office
7 ACRES
$995,000
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,450 sqft
80 Parliment Hl,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Letitia L Sommerkorn, Caddo River Realty, Inc. Branch Office
0.71 ACRES
$200,000
1 bd
1 ba
468 sqft
224 E Elm St,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Derenda King, Select Realty
$44,000
2 bd
1 ba
800 sqft
124 W Elm St,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Jordan Real Estate, HSDS
0.75 ACRES
$130,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,390 sqft
320 S George St,
Mount Ida, AR 71957
Deana C Cole, Pride Homes & Mountain Lake Real Estate
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