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    411 E Front AVE, Chester, AR 72934

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    $1,350,000

    COMMERCIAL - Chester, AR

    Property size:
    9,600 SF
    Lot size:
    0.31 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $140/SF
    Added:
    Oct 13, 2025
    Days on Market:
    218
    Last Refresh:
    May 18 at 8:06 pm

    Property Features for 411 E Front AVE

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Parking features
    On Street
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    720-00004-001
    Size
    9,600 SF
    Lot size
    0.31 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Description
    Long See Attachment
    Tax Annual Amount
    1908

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Central, Electric (Heating)
    Cooling system
    Electric, Central Air

    Building Details

    Year built
    1887
    Number of units
    11
    Flooring type
    Wood, Tile - Ceramic
    Roof type
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Laura McLean
    Laura McLean

    Listing agent Laura McLean License #SA00081842

    Listing office Keller Williams Platinum Realty 3300 S 70th St., Fort Smith, AR

    Listing date Oct 13, 2025

    MLS# 1084579

    Copyright © 2026 Western River Valley Board of REALTORS®. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Turn‑key, thriving six‑figure revenue hospitality business included.
    • Fully restored 9,600 sq. ft. historic 1887 bed and breakfast on 0.69 acres.
    • 11 uniquely themed rooms, including two luxury suites with kitchenettes and clawfoot tubs.
    • On‑site Mercantile & Apothecary Shop with stage for live music and seating.
    • Commercial kitchen, spacious dining hall, and wood‑burning stove ideal for events.
    • Recent upgrades: new roof, insulated walls, updated HVAC, modern electrical, hot water heaters, and dehumidifiers.

    Overview

    The Beard & Lady Inn, a historic bed-and-breakfast built in 1887, offers a turn-key business opportunity. This fully restored, 9,600 sq. ft. property is set on 0.31 acres. The inn features 11 uniquely themed rooms, including two luxury suites. One suite includes a kitchenette and an expansive bath with a clawfoot tub and shower. The remaining bathrooms offer a total of 7 showers, 9 toilets, and an additional tub. A Mercantile & Apothecary Shop on-site provides a retail and entertainment experience, complete with a stage for live music and a large seating area. The bottom floor features a commercial kitchen, spacious dining hall, and wood-burning stove, suitable for group events, weddings, and retreats. Recent upgrades include a new roof, insulated walls, updated HVAC systems with mini-splits, modern electrical, hot water heaters, and dehumidifiers integrated into the flooring. Outdoor amenities include a large patio, lush gardens, a stream with a covered bridge, natural fencing, ample parking, and RV hookups. The property has become known for hosting weddings, festivals, reunions, murder mysteries, train excursions, and interactive plays. It is located less than half a mile from I-540.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Beard and Lady Apothecary ... (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Beard and Lady Inn Hotel & Motel Homegrown Native Foods Restaurant

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Hotel & Motel Food Market HVAC Service Farmer's Market

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Chester
    County
    Crawford
    State
    Arkansas
    Longitude
    -94.17425
    Latitude
    35.67919

    Nearby Similar for Sale

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Bed & breakfast - Restored 1887 bed and breakfast with thriving hospitality business.
    Where is this bed & breakfast located?
    The property is located at 411 E Front AVE Chester, AR.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,350,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Turn‑key, thriving six‑figure revenue hospitality business included.; Fully restored **9,600 sq. ft. historic 1887 bed and breakfast** on 0.69 acres.; **11 uniquely themed rooms**, including two luxury suites with kitchenettes and clawfoot tubs.
    (479) 434-3000
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    Listing Contact
    Laura McLean
    Laura McLean
    Real Estate License ID: SA00081842
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    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

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    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

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    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

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    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

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