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Horseshoe Bend Economic Development Council The Horseshoe Bend Economic Development Council (HBEDC) supports economic development and tourism in Horseshoe Bend, AR.

A community-focused alliance for economic development, supporting local business, sustainable tourism, and data-driven strategies to preserve community character, grow the economy through good governance, measurable outcomes, and practical solutions. We focus on grants, business development, and strategic initiatives that strengthen the local economy while protecting the community’s character and natural assets. Our goal is to promote Horseshoe Bend as a welcoming, business-friendly place to live, work, and visit.

10/14/2026

The photo is AI-enhanced, my commitment to our community is real.

Thank you, Laureen Sac and Scotty, for today’s visit to Boxhound Marina!

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Elect Pat Gill • Ward 4 • Position 2

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🌊 HISTORY OF HORSESHOE BENDWhat Is Your Earliest Horseshoe Bend, AR Memory? 🌲⛳🚤Horseshoe Bend was built around golf, boa...
10/12/2026

🌊 HISTORY OF HORSESHOE BEND
What Is Your Earliest Horseshoe Bend, AR Memory? 🌲⛳🚤

Horseshoe Bend was built around golf, boating, fishing, swimming, family recreation, dining, and outdoor adventure.

For many people, their connection to Horseshoe Bend began with an early memory: a family vacation, a day on the lake, a round of golf, fishing with grandparents, swimming with friends, or exploring the Ozarks together.

Much of that experience is still here today: beautiful lakes, an 18-hole golf course, parks, fishing, boating, scenery, and peaceful places for families to reconnect.

We could do great things with coordinated visitor experiences that help people discover all Horseshoe Bend has to offer.

The lakes are still here. The beauty is still here. The opportunity is still here.

Let’s make Horseshoe Bend a place where new generations can create their own memories.

💬 What is your earliest Horseshoe Bend, AR memory? Share your story, a favorite photo, or the place that made Horseshoe Bend special to you.

HBEDC | History of Horseshoe Bend
Celebrating our history. Rediscovering our potential. Creating tomorrow’s memories.

10/11/2026

On Saturday, I spent time seeing the condition of our golf course, tennis court, and community spaces firsthand.

Good decisions begin with understanding what residents experience every day.

I’m committed to listening, asking thoughtful questions, and working toward practical solutions that protect and improve the places that help make Horseshoe Bend our home. — Pat Gill

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🏡 **INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY OF THE WEEK!** 🏆📍 **1212 Clark Lane | Horseshoe Bend, AR**💰 **Asking Price: $100,000**Sometim...
10/11/2026

🏡 **INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY OF THE WEEK!** 🏆

📍 **1212 Clark Lane | Horseshoe Bend, AR**
💰 **Asking Price: $100,000**

Sometimes the best investment isn't the fanciest house on the market. It's the one where the numbers make sense!

This week's featured property is a **two-unit duplex** offering an opportunity to generate rental income from TWO separate units.

🔑 **THE INVESTMENT SNAPSHOT**

🏠 Two 1-bedroom, 1-bath units
📐 1,333 square feet
💵 Advertised combined rent: $1,400/month
📈 Potential annual gross rent: $16,800
📊 **16.8% gross scheduled rental yield at asking price!**

Both units are advertised as currently leased, making this an interesting opportunity for someone looking to enter the rental market or expand an existing portfolio.

And at approximately **$75 per square foot**, it's worth a closer look.

💡 **WHY WE PICKED IT**

For a community like Horseshoe Bend, attracting responsible real estate investors can mean more than a property changing hands. It can mean maintaining existing housing, improving rental options, supporting local businesses and bringing investment dollars into our community.

**Our Investment Opportunity of the Week isn't necessarily the prettiest property. It's the property with a compelling investment story.**

📸 View the listing, photos and details:
https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1212-Clark-Ln_Horseshoe-Bend_AR_72512_M84687-33217

*Investment figures are based on advertised information, not verified net income. Buyers should confirm current availability, leases, expenses, property condition and financing.*

#72512

🏡 Home Spotlight: 205 S Nightingale Dr in Pioneer VillageSome of my best real estate scouting happens on the way to some...
10/11/2026

🏡 Home Spotlight: 205 S Nightingale Dr in Pioneer Village

Some of my best real estate scouting happens on the way to somewhere else.

Whether I'm riding my scooter out to the golf course or driving to Pioneer Lake to paddle board, I keep passing this little home on S Nightingale Dr, and it stops me every time. The yard is cared for, the curb appeal is real, and I believe it was recognized as a Pioneer Village Yard of the Month this summer.

Now it's on the market at $147,000, so I wanted to share it and tell you why this neighborhood deserves a look.

🌳 Why Pioneer Village?

Pioneer Village is a 55 and older community of 64 individually owned homes in the heart of Horseshoe Bend. Here is what comes with it:

🔹 A $90 monthly fee that covers upkeep of the common areas and buildings, plus mowing, bush trimming, and leaf removal on every resident's lawn
🔹 An outdoor swimming pool for residents and their guests
🔹 A handicap accessible clubhouse with a spacious dining room, kitchen, and activity rooms
🔹 A shuffleboard court
🔹 A pavilion with two community grills
🔹 A pet friendly community
🔹 Scheduled activities and events that help neighbors actually know each other

🎣 And then there is Horseshoe Bend itself.
Pioneer Lake is close by for paddling and fishing. Turkey Mountain Golf Course is right around the corner. Crown Lake, the Strawberry River, parks, and trails are all part of everyday life here, with shopping, banking, and churches close to the center of town.

📈 Why it matters:
Our market has been a buyer's market, with homes averaging about 130 days to sell. But well-kept, correctly priced homes in the neighborhoods people want still draw attention, as the recent closing at 407 Dove Ln showed.

A maintained yard, low-maintenance living, and real amenities make a home easier to love.

Learn more about the community here:
https://www.pioneervillagehsb.org

Thinking about moving to Horseshoe Bend, or know someone who is? Reach out to HBEDC. We would love to help you find your place in the Ozarks.

Sources: Pioneer Village Foundation (pioneervillagehsb.org); Redfin Horseshoe Bend housing market data, September 2026; Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism.

Sources: Pioneer Village Foundation, Arkansas.com: Horseshoe Bend

🏆 TOP 5 ACTIVE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES | Horseshoe Bend, ARLooking for entry-level acquisitions, value-add equity plays...
10/11/2026

🏆 TOP 5 ACTIVE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES | Horseshoe Bend, AR

Looking for entry-level acquisitions, value-add equity plays, or turnkey cash flow in North Central Arkansas?

The Horseshoe Bend Economic Development Company (HBEDC) has rounded up the top active residential investment opportunities under $150,000 currently on the market:

🥇 1. 1212 Clark Ln: $100,000
- Size & Layout: Duplex (2 bed / 2 bath total), 1,333 sq. ft. ($75/sq. ft.)
- Best Use: Long-Term Rental (LTR) Income
- Profile: Fully rented two-unit setup with ongoing long-term cash flow.

🥈 2. 900 Oakwood Dr: $89,800
- Size & Layout: 2 bed / 1 bath, 1,308 sq. ft. ($69/sq. ft.)
- Best Use: Value-Add Long-Term Rental (LTR)
- Profile: Fresh October price reduction down to $69/sq. ft. Includes a large workshop/laundry combo and fully fenced yard.

🥉 3. 105 N Lake Dr: $129,800
- Size & Layout: 2 bed / 1 bath, 944 sq. ft. ($138/sq. ft.)
- Best Use: Waterfront Short-Term Rental (STR)
- Profile: Rare low-basis lakefront access on North Lake with water views and negotiable furnishings for quick launch.

4️⃣ 4. 1609 Friendly Point: $99,000
- Size & Layout: 2 bed / 1.5 bath, 980 sq. ft. ($101/sq. ft.)
- Best Use: STR / LTR Hybrid
- Profile: Under $100K entry point on an updated MLS listing, versatile for either traveling nurses/remote workers or weekend vacationers.

5️⃣ 5. 108 Cameo Ln: $119,500
- Size & Layout: 3 bed / 1.5 bath, 1,342 sq. ft. ($89/sq. ft.)
- Best Use: LTR / STR Hybrid
- Profile: Generous 3-bedroom layout near Crown Lake and Crown Point Resort.

💡 Investor Takeaway: With citywide median pricing hovering near $127K and an average acquisition basis between $69 and $138/sq. ft. across these opportunities, Horseshoe Bend offers attractive cash-on-cash margins. Always run verified local lease comps and account for maintenance reserves before contracting.

Interested in doing business, expanding your portfolio, or learning about municipal zoning in Horseshoe Bend? Contact HBEDC today!

Sources & Listing Data:
- Cooperative Arkansas Realtors MLS (CARMLS): MLS 26009218 (1212 Clark Ln), MLS 26009722 (900 Oakwood Dr), MLS 26033479 (1609 Friendly Point), MLS 26030479 (108 Cameo Ln)
- FSBO / Syndicated Public Records: Listing cmq6vzltd0dm7s601h8pk2iv5 (105 N Lake Dr)
- Listing Brokerages: United Country Ozark Realty, United Country Moody Realty, Coldwell Banker Ozark Real Estate Company, King-Rhodes & Associates, Inc.
- Data verified as of October 2026. All properties subject to prior sale and individual inspection.*Sources & Listing Data:**



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📊 HORSESHOE BEND MARKET DASHBOARD | August 2026 UpdateHere is a look at the latest citywide real estate trends from the ...
10/11/2026

📊 HORSESHOE BEND MARKET DASHBOARD | August 2026 Update

Here is a look at the latest citywide real estate trends from the Horseshoe Bend Economic Development Company (HBEDC):

📈 Market Indicators:
• Median Sale Price: $126,816 (-26.3% YoY)
• Median Days on Market: 134 days
• Homes Sold: 19
• Average Sale-to-List Ratio: 96.5%
• Listings with Price Reductions: 72.1%
• Competitiveness: Low / Buyer-Favorable

💡 What this means for investors and buyers:
While overall median sale prices are down year-over-year and homes are taking longer to sell, the market is not uniformly soft. Well-positioned properties continue to close close to—or even above—their asking price.

For savvy investors, the strategy remains clear: prioritize your acquisition basis, verify actual local rental demand, and budget for realistic renovation costs rather than relying purely on future appreciation.

Have questions about investing or establishing a business in Horseshoe Bend? Reach out to HBEDC today!

Sources & Data Notes:
• Redfin Market Insights: Horseshoe Bend, AR Housing Market Report (August 2026 data release). Covers all price tiers and residential property types citywide.

IMAGINE WHAT OUR PARKS & LAKES COULD LOOK LIKE.This is not a proposal to spend more money.It’s about how we distribute t...
10/07/2026

IMAGINE WHAT OUR PARKS & LAKES COULD LOOK LIKE.

This is not a proposal to spend more money.

It’s about how we distribute the money we already dedicate to parks and recreation.

Under the current structure, 25% of the City’s sales-tax revenue is assigned as a subsidy for Parks, Lakes and Golf.

For 2027, I estimate that subsidy could provide approximately:

🌳 PARKS — $89,000
💧 LAKES — $89,000
⛳ GOLF — $89,000

1/3 Parks. 1/3 Lakes. 1/3 Golf.

Imagine what an equitable distribution could make possible.

🌳 PARKS
Better paths and walking areas. Accessible recreation. Public restrooms. Water fountains and bottle-filling stations.

Improved picnic areas. Public art. Better signage. Places designed for residents to actually gather, walk, play and enjoy.

💧 LAKES
Transparent dam compliance.

Published inspection and maintenance information.

Emergency-action planning.

Better launches and public access. Improved fishing areas.

Water-quality monitoring.

Signs that help residents and visitors find and understand our lakes.

⛳ GOLF
A defined and predictable municipal subsidy, combined with golf’s own operating revenue, creating a clearer picture of what taxpayers contribute and what the course generates itself.

This isn’t PARKS vs. LAKES vs. GOLF.

We own all three.

The question is whether all three deserve a reasonable opportunity to succeed.

Instead of continually asking taxpayers for more, let’s first ask what we could accomplish by distributing the subsidy we already have more equitably.

25% of City sales-tax revenue.
Approximately $267,000 projected subsidy for 2027.
Approximately $89,000 each.

Same subsidy. Better balance.
Not more money. A more equitable distribution.

10/07/2026

Economic development starts with local support! 📈 From farm-fresh goods, like tomorrow’s farmers market, to our neighborhood markets, local businesses fuel Horseshoe Bend's growth.

What local business or service has made a positive impact on your family this week?

Drop their name in the comments to give them a shoutout! 👇

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