411 E Front Ave
Chester, AR 72934
Studio
5 Baths
9,600 sqft (on 0.31 acres)
Studio
5 Baths
9,600 sqft
(on 0.31 acres)
Local Information
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Description
Introducing...The Beard & Lady Inn – A Historic 1887 Bed & Breakfast with Modern Luxury offers a turn-key thriving business. Step back in time with The Beard & Lady Inn, an extraordinary 9,600 sq. ft. fully restored 19th-century bed-and-breakfast built in 1887 by U.S. Marshal Colonel Jacob Yoes. Set on 0.69 beautifully landscaped acres less than half a mile from I-540, this property masterfully blends historic charm with modern comfort — and comes with a six-figure revenue hospitality business already in operation. Inside, guests are welcomed by 11 uniquely themed rooms, including two luxury suites. One suite features a kitchenette & an expansive bath with both a clawfoot tub & shower, while the remaining bathrooms offer a total of 7 showers, 9 toilets, and an additional tub. The Mercantile & Apothecary Shop on-site provides guests with an unforgettable retail and entertainment experience — complete with a stage for live music and a large seating area. The bottom floor of the inn features a commercial kitchen, spacious dining hall, & wood-burning stove, making it perfect for group events, weddings, and retreats. Recent upgrades ensure modern efficiency & comfort, including a new roof, insulated walls, updated HVAC systems with mini-splits, modern electrical, hot water heaters, and dehumidifiers integrated into the flooring.Outdoors, guests will enjoy a large patio, lush gardens, a picturesque stream with a covered bridge, natural fencing, ample parking, and even RV hookups — all surrounded by the charm of the Ozarks. This thriving destination has become known for hosting weddings, festivals, reunions, murder mysteries, train excursions, and interactive plays, offering both a rich history and a profitable future. Whether you’re an investor, entrepreneur, or visionary innkeeper, The Beard & Lady Inn is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a fully restored historic property & a flourishing hospitality business in one of the region’s most scenic locations.
Home Highlights
Parking
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Outdoor
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A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$141
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 411 E Front Ave
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Beds & Baths Number of Bathrooms: 5 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 9600 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Electricity Available, Septic Available, Water AvailableAppliances: Electric Water HeaterLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Central,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Electric,ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Ceramic Tile, Wood |
Security Security: Smoke Detector(s) |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Other See RemarksFencing: NoneFoundation: Slab |
Parking & Garage Parking: Other,RV Access/Parking,On Street,No Driveway |
Frontage Road Surface Type: Paved |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Tank |
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Days on Market: 180+ |
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Year Built Year Built: 1887 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Multi Family |
Building Construction Materials: Brick |
Property Information Parcel Number: 72000004001 |
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Price List Price: $1,350,000Price Per Sqft: $141 |
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MLS Status: Active |
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Direction & Address City: ChesterCommunity: No |
School Information Elementary School District: Other AR SchoolJr High / Middle School District: Other AR SchoolHigh School District: Other AR School |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 1084575 |
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Community Features: Near National Forest, Park, SidewalksUnits in Building: 11 |
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Association for this Listing: Fort Smith Board of Realtors |
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Lot Area: 0.31 acres |
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Special Conditions: None |
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Mls Number: 1084575Living Area Range Units: Square Feet |
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Near National ForestParkSidewalks |
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Laura McLean, (479) 276-6698
Keller Williams Platinum Realty, (479) 434-3000
Originating MLS: Fort Smith Board of Realtors
Source: Western River Valley BOR, MLS#1084575
Also Listed on Western River Valley BOR.
Price History for 411 E Front Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 04/14/2026 | $1,350,000 | PriceChange | Western River Valley BOR #1084575 |
| 03/09/2026 | $1,500,000 | PriceChange | Western River Valley BOR #1084575 |
| 01/22/2026 | $1,649,999 | PriceChange | Western River Valley BOR #1084575 |
| 10/14/2025 | $1,999,999 | Listed For Sale | Western River Valley BOR #1084575 |
| 01/21/2020 | $80,000 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | |
| Assessment | $217,250 |
Home facts updated by county records
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 411 E Front Ave.
- Mountainburg Elementary School
- PK-5
- Public
- 291 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageMountainburg Elementary School allows severe bullying, there is little parent involvement, academics are SEVERELY LACKING, and teachers do not communicate well with parents.Student Review4y ago - Mountainburg High School
- 9-12
- Charter
- 200 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageN/ATeacher Review16y ago - Mountainburg Middle School Brain Academy
- 6-8
- Charter
- 126 Students
5/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Average
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Laura McLean, Keller Williams Platinum Realty, (479) 434-3000
Agent Phone: (479) 276-6698
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411 E Front Ave, Chester, AR 72934 is a studio, 5 bathroom, 9,600 sqft multi-family built in 1887. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Western River Valley BOR on Oct 14, 2025. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 1084575.