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Riverside home with a guest house near downtown Clarksdale!
Description
Make yourself at home in this Riverside Avenue property, located on the Sunflower River and less than a mile from downtown Clarksdale! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home comes fully furnished and includes a guest house with income-producing potential. The main house features an open layout and a fresh, updated feel with renovations throughout, making it truly move-in ready.
The spacious living room boasts hardwood floors updated in 2013, a gas fireplace, and a bright, airy ambiance. The living and dining rooms flow seamlessly together, accentuated by large picture windows offering stunning views of the Sunflower River. In the dining room, a beautiful pecky cypress dining table creates the perfect setting for gatherings, with the river providing a serene backdrop. The newly renovated kitchen, centrally located within the home, features stainless steel appliances, a large island with barstools, and plenty of space for casual entertaining.
The home’s thoughtful design extends to a screened porch, added by the current owner, which overlooks the river. This relaxing space is accessible from both the master bedroom and the sunroom, which opens onto an outdoor landing ideal for grilling. Two fully renovated bathrooms offer modern conveniences: one with double sinks and a walk-in shower, and the other with a bath and shower combo. The home also provides abundant storage, including a large floored attic with windows overlooking the backyard, which could easily be converted into additional living space. Additional covered storage is available under the house.
The partially fenced backyard ensures privacy and features a gently sloping hill that leads to the Sunflower River, perfect for easy access. Nestled within this private space is the guest house, which has a separate entrance via a private gate. The one-bedroom, one-bath guest house includes a kitchenette and a tankless hot water heater. It’s an ideal space for an Airbnb or long-term rental, with strong demand from prospective tenants, especially during festival weekends.
1724 Riverside Avenue offers unbeatable proximity to downtown Clarksdale. A short walk takes you past Soldier’s Field Park in one direction and the Duck Walk in another. For a more adventurous approach, downtown is accessible by kayak or canoe via the Sunflower River, bringing you straight into the heart of the local music scene.
This property offers everything you need and more: a prime location, modern updates, stunning river views, and the added bonus of income potential from the guest house. Don’t miss your chance to call this beautiful property home!
Highlights and Recap:
- Main House: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1,904 sq. ft.
- Guest House: 1 bedroom, 1 bath, kitchenette, 396 sq. ft.
- Location: Less than a mile from downtown Clarksdale, near Duck Walk and Soldier’s Field Park.
- River Access: Sunflower River frontage for kayaking or canoeing.
- Privacy: Partially fenced backyard leading to the river.
- Fully Furnished: Move-in ready.
- Renovated Kitchen: Stainless steel appliances and a long kitchen island.
- Living Room: Updated windows and hardwood floors (2013), gas fireplace.
- Master Bedroom: Direct access to the screened porch.
- Sunroom: Connects to an outdoor grilling area.
- Modern Updates:
- Screen porch and landing added in 2014.
- Enclosed storage under the house (2014).
- Roof replaced in 2013.
- Gutters replaced in 2024.
- French drain installed by the current owner.
- Heating & Cooling: Central heat and air; tankless water heaters in both the main and guest houses.
- Guest House: Ideal for Airbnb or long-term rental; features a walk-in shower and separate entrance.
- Attic: Floored with windows overlooking the backyard and river; potential for conversion into additional living quarters.
Additional Information
wildlife
- Geese
- Ducks
- Whitetail Deer
recreation
- Bike Trails
- Bird Watching
water access
- River
rights
- Water
improvements
- Cabin
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