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Military families relocating to Little Rock Air Force Base (LRAFB) typically consider Jacksonville, Cabot, Sherwood, and North Little Rock for proximity to base. VA loans are available with zero down payment for eligible veterans and active duty members. Ashley Watters is a Military Relocation Professional (MRP) who specializes in helping military families navigate VA loans, BAH rates, and the LRAFB area housing market.

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What cities are near Little Rock Air Force Base?

Little Rock Air Force Base is located in Jacksonville, Arkansas, approximately 17 miles northeast of downtown Little Rock. The closest communities for base housing include Jacksonville, Cabot, Sherwood, and North Little Rock. Many military families also choose Conway (about 30 miles away) for its highly rated schools and community feel.

000 Wildwood Drive

Mountain View, AR 72560

$27,000

Courtesy of United Country Diamond G Realty, Rebecca Stair, 479-601-3295.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Apr 12, 2026

Property Type

Subdivision Lot

Lot Size

3.66 Acres

MLS Number

26013692

Additional Details

Property Access

Road frontage: County Road, Surface: Paved, Transportation: Other (see remarks)

Amenities

Other (see remarks)

Building

Builder: From the traffic light in Mountain View take Highway 5 North to Blue Sky Rd (turn left, west). Take Blue Sky Rd to Wildwood Drive and turn left. The property is on the left on Wildwood Drive. Sign at property.

Lot

Approximately 3 acres, Approximate lot size: 3.66 acres, Sloped, Wooded, In Subdivision, Out of City

Taxes

Annual taxes: $93, Source of taxes: assessor records, Tax year: 2025

Utilities

Septic Sbj Hlth Dpt Apprv, Water-Public, Elec-Municipal (+Entergy), Telephone-Private

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