$950,000

688 Carter 123 van Buren, MO 63965

Estimated payment $5,323/month

Total Views 7,252
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,870 Sq Ft
$245 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • 40 Acre Lot
  • Pond
  • Panoramic View
  • Secluded Lot
  • 4-minute walk to Ozark National Scenic Riverways

About This Home

Tucked away in the heart of Van Buren, Missouri, 688 Carter 123 emerges as a breathtaking masterpiece of rustic elegance and unparalleled privacy. Originally crafted in 1994 and completely reimagined in 2025, this split-level ranch boasts a sprawling 3871 square feet of meticulously designed living space, complemented by the timeless beauty of matching log cabin-style siding that graces both the residence and the accompanying 984 square foot shop built in 2004.As you traverse this magnificent estate, you'll find yourself enveloped by an exquisite blend of dense woods and open land, creating a sanctuary where tranquility meets adventure. The estate is a haven for nature lovers, featuring multiple ponds, a wet weather waterfall, and one of Missouri's largest private springs, capable of dispensing over 20,000 gallons of crystal-clear water daily. This natural marvel feeds into a beautiful year-round creek that gently meanders into the iconic Current River, setting the stage for an idyllic waterfront lifestyle.The home itself is a testament to luxury living, offering four cozy bedrooms and three full bathrooms. The fully finished walkout basement provides ample space for entertainment or relaxation, seamlessly extending the living areas to the great outdoors. But the crown jewel of this property is undoubtedly its 180-degree views of the Current River, offering an ever-changing canvas of breathtaking beauty right from your windows.688 Carter 123 is more than just a home; it's a private paradise, waiting to provide a fortunate buyer with a lifestyle marked by peace, natural beauty, and the soothing sounds of flowing water. Immerse yourself in the splendor of the Current River views, revel in the privacy of your vast estate, and indulge in the luxury of live water. Your dream home awaits.

Listing Agent

Alden Wiltse

BFRealty License #2022017556 Listed on: 04/26/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Katherine Zimmerman

BFRealty License #2022011781

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,754

Year Built

  • Built in 1994

Lot Details

  • 40 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Secluded Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Property Views

  • River
  • Panoramic

Home Design

  • Raised Ranch Architecture
  • Log Cabin
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,870 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Propane Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Carpet
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Built-In Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Instant Hot Water

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • 2 Carport Spaces
  • Circular Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Pond
  • Stream or River on Lot
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Van Buren Elementary School
  • Van Buren High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet

Additional Features

  • Pasture
  • Horses Allowed On Property

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Carter Not In List Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 05-1.2-11.00-000-000-001.00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,754

Year Built

Built in 1994

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Shop Building Features Shop Building: Yes
  • Lot Size Acres: 40.0
  • Water Body Name: Current River
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 526001903
  • Co List Office Phone: 417-294-1162
  • Subdivision Name: Carter-Not in List
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1935.0
  • Architectural Style: Raised Ranch, Log Home, 2 Story
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Living Area: 3870.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Architecture 2 Story: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Instant Hot Water, Wall Oven - Double Electric, Cooktop-Electric, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Propane
  • Fireplace Features Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Central Vacuum, High Speed Internet, Jetted Tub, W/D Hookup, Walk-In Shower, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1935.0
  • Fireplace Features:Living Room: Yes
  • Interior Features:Jetted Tub: Yes
  • Interior Features:WD Hookup: Yes
  • Interior Features:Walk-In Closet(s): Yes
  • Interior Features:Granite Counters: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Electric Water Heater: Yes
  • Interior Features:High Speed Internet: Yes
  • Interior Features:Walk-In Shower: Yes
  • Interior Features:Vaulted Ceiling(s): Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Propane3: Yes
  • Basement:Full2: Yes
  • Basement Type:Finished2: Yes
  • Interior Features:Beamed Ceilings: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Great Room: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Living Areas (2): Yes
  • Appliances:Cooktop-Electric: Yes
  • Appliances:Wall Oven - Double Electric: Yes
  • Interior Features:Central Vacuum: Yes
  • Appliances:Instant Hot Water: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Rear Porch, Front Porch
  • View: Panoramic, River
  • Waterfront: No
  • General Property Description:WaterfrontView: View
  • Construction Materials:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Covered2: Yes
  • Lot Features:Water View: Yes
  • View:Panoramic: Yes
  • Window Features:Double Pane Windows: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Front Porch: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Rear Porch: Yes
  • Lot Features:Acreage: Yes
  • Lot Features:Pasture: Yes
  • Lot Features:Landscaping: Yes
  • Lot Features:Horses Allowed: Yes
  • Lot Features:Wet Weather Creek: Yes
  • Lot Features:WoodedCleared Combo: Yes
  • Lot Features:Secluded: Yes
  • Lot Features:Pond: Yes
  • View:River: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features:Circular Driveway: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central, Ceiling Fans
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Well - Private
  • Heating:Central2: Yes
  • Heating Source:Propane: Yes
  • Sewer Septic Tank: Yes
  • Heating Source:Electric2: Yes
  • Heating:Fireplace2: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • Home Association Info:Home OwnersCondo Owners Association: None

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Van Buren

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Lake/River/Creek/Spring, Wooded/Cleared Combo, Water View, Pond, Secluded, Pasture, Landscaping, Acreage, Horses Allowed, Wet Weather Creek
  • Lot Features Lake River Creek Spring: Current River
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1742400.0
  • Parcel #: 05-1.2-11.00-000-000-001.00

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1754.36

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Van Buren
  • High School: Van Buren

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,754 $4,660 $0 $0
2023 $1,755 $4,660 $0 $0
2022 $1,743 $4,660 $0 $0
2021 $1,734 $4,660 $0 $0
2020 $1,738 $4,290 $0 $0
2019 $1,675 $35,750 $0 $0
2018 $1,675 $35,130 $0 $0
2017 $1,626 $35,130 $0 $0
2016 $1,626 $35,130 $0 $0
2015 $1,629 $35,130 $3,300 $31,830
2014 $1,629 $35,050 $0 $0
2011 -- $31,360 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/26/2025 04/26/25 For Sale $950,000 -- $245 / Sq Ft
Source: Southern Missouri Regional MLS

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Source: Southern Missouri Regional MLS

MLS Number: 60293029

Southern Missouri Regional MLS

APN: 05-1.2-11.00-000-000-001.00