Resting right on the Arkansas River, the Baring Cross neighborhood is a place filled with natural beauty and community spirit. This small neighborhood is tucked between several regional parks, the Camp Robinson military base and the arts district of downtown Argenta. But the neighborhood itself has plenty to offer residents, thanks to an active neighborhood association. The Baring Cross Neighborhood Association has stepped up to give the community access to affordable housing, arts programs and community events. “We work with our community members and our families because we call them our family as we continue our legacy at Baring Cross,” says Tacasata Hunter-White, vice president of Baring Cross Neighborhood Association. “We try to give back to the community and make sure we open doors for our family.”
Riverfront properties and transformed historic homes
Homes in Baring Cross range from one-story brick ranch-style homes and bungalows that were built in the 1930s and 1940s to modern two-story houses in the riverside community of Rockwater Village. While Rockwater homes have waterfront views, older parts of the neighborhood are made up of close-together lots shaded by oak trees. Small historic homes cost between $100,000 to $150,000, while new properties in Rockwater cost between $600,000 and $700,000 in addition to a monthly $100 HOA fee. “We pride ourselves in affordability, and we work closely with organizations like Rockwater. We’re able to rehabilitate homes and bring in affordable housing through organizations like Habitat for Humanity and continue to make Baring Cross a place where you can raise your family,” says Harlan Hunter, president of the Baring Cross Neighborhood Association.
Riverfront homes located just off the Arkansas River in Baring Cross, Little Rock, Arkansas.
Homes with views of the Arkansas River in Baring Cross, Little Rock, Arkansas.
Range of homes located near the Arkansas River in Baring Cross, Little Rock
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Boat, hike or bike along the Arkansas River
Baring Cross is directly on the north shore of the Arkansas River and offers plenty of waterfront recreation options. Riverview Park, just off River Road, is a lengthy 65 acres along the river and is home to the 7-mile-long Arkansas River Trail and the Rockwater Marina, which offers boat rentals and guided kayak tours. On the north side of the community, Emerald Park on West Scenic Drive is 103 acres of walking and hiking trails and borders Big Rock Quarry park, a popular biking destination along the river. Jim Roberts Neighborhood Park on Park Street is a smaller neighborhood park where locals can enjoy walking trails, sports courts, and a large pavilion perfect for picnics.
Rockwater Marina located just off the Arkansas River in Baring Cross, Little Rock, Arkansas.
Riverview Park located just off the Arkansas River in Baring Cross, Little Rock, Arkansas.
Arkansas River Trail located just off the Arkansas River in Baring Cross, Little Rock, Arkansas.
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Boone Elementary in the heart of town
Baring Cross is home to Boone Park Elementary School, which earns a C-minus on Niche. North Little Rock Middle School has a C on Niche, while North Little Rock High School takes home a C-plus. Starting in the 2023-24 school year, all high school students are enrolled in one of three career academies focused on business, fine arts or health and human services. University of Arkansas at Little Rock is less than 10 miles away from the Baring Cross community for students looking to attend college close to home.
Boone Park Elementary located in Baring Cross, Little Rock, Arkansas.
Boone Park Elementary located in Baring Cross, Little Rock, Arkansas
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Stop by the Argenta district
Baring Cross residents who want a local meal can stop by Dem Dam Wingz on Pike Avenue for wings, fish and sandwiches. For a night out, two local watering holes, Krome Billiards and Chaps Dive Bar, are side by side along Pershing Boulevard and Parker Street. Next door is Downtown Argenta, a neighborhood that has a range of unique dining options along Main Street. Visitors will want to stop by Mugs Café, a funky café serving specialty coffee, and Skinny J’s, a family-owned steakhouse.
Most local retail is along Pike Avenue, including Cana Food Store and Dollar General for everyday shopping. Just north of Baring Cross, Camp Robinson Road has more retail options, including an Edwards Cash Saver and Kroger
Dem Dam Wings in Baring Cross, Little Rock, Arkansas.
Chaps is located in Baring Cross, Little Rock, Arkansas.
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Aerial view of the Baring Cross neighborhood in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Interstate highways and Union Pacific Railroad tracks
Baring Cross has easy access to Interstates 30 and 40, which offer high-speed routes across the river into the sister city of Little Rock. The area is also served by Rock Region Metro, and there are multiple bus stops along main community arteries like Pike Avenue and Pershing Boulevard. The area remains a hub for the Union Pacific Railroad, which was one of the first major developers and employers of North Little Rock, and multiple train tracks still run throughout the community. Baring Cross is also home to Eugene J. Towbin VA Healthcare Center, a hub for veteran-focused medical care.
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