Townhomes for Sale in Bald Knob, AR

Bald Knob is a small city on the southern edge of the Ozarks in White County. Native Americans once used its namesake, a nearly 1-acre rock, as a campground during hunting trips in the White River Valley. In the late 1800s, the Bald Knob rock was quarried to build track ballast for the Missouri Pacific Railroad. While the quarry remained a top employer through the beginning of the 20th century, most locals today work in the manufacturing or healthcare industries, commuting to nearby Searcy. “Bald Knob is just a nice small town, It’s a good place to raise a family, close to Searcy and Interstate 57,” says Realtor Liz Howell of Howell Realty Pros, who has almost a decade of experience. Its rustic, small-town Americana vibe appeals to homebuyers. “People like that it’s rural, but not one of those yuppie towns. It’s a good ol’ country type of place,” Howell says. Classic brick ranch-style homes are common, as are Cape Cods and chalet-inspired bungalows. While prices typically range between about $60,000 and $500,000, modest 1940s-era cottages can sell for under $30,000. “The market is slower, but rural homes are very difficult to find these days because of the shortage. They don’t go