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Living in Cave Springs, AR

“Estate living between Bentonville and Rogers.”

Cave Springs sits tucked into the hills between Bentonville and Rogers along I-49, minutes from Northwest Arkansas National Airport — one of the most conveniently placed small cities in the region. It has long been an address for buyers who want elbow room: estate homes on generous lots, custom builds on wooded acreage, and quiet streets that still put Bentonville's job market and Rogers' retail within a short drive.

Luxury EstatesBentonville & Rogers Schools8 Min to Pinnacle & XNA
Estate home with a private pond and white rail fencing in Cave Springs, Arkansas

2026 Market Snapshot

Cave Springs, Northwest Arkansas

Median Price

$535,250

Price / Sq Ft

$244

Population

~6,200

Property Tax

~0.66% effective

Source: Curtis Realty Group market dashboard, trailing 90 days of closed sales, as of October 22, 2026. Medians change monthly and are not an appraisal or an offer of value.

Community Profile

What It’s Really Like to Call Cave Springs Home

Cave Springs sits tucked into the hills between Bentonville and Rogers along I-49, minutes from Northwest Arkansas National Airport — one of the most conveniently placed small cities in the region. It has long been an address for buyers who want elbow room: estate homes on generous lots, custom builds on wooded acreage, and quiet streets that still put Bentonville's job market and Rogers' retail within a short drive.

The city takes its name from the cave and spring at its heart, and the landscape still defines it — rolling pasture, mature hardwoods, and properties with private ponds and white-fence frontage. Much of the area feeds Bentonville-area schools, a major draw for relocating families, and the trails, museums, and dining of the metro core stay close without being next door.

Inventory here is naturally thin, and the best properties often change hands quietly. For buyers after land, privacy, and a prestige address in the Bentonville school orbit, Cave Springs is where an off-market search system earns its keep.

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What Our Agents Tell Clients Touring Cave Springs:

Cave Springs has the highest median home price in Northwest Arkansas because it sits in the "Golden Triangle" between Bentonville, Pinnacle Hills (Rogers), and XNA Airport. School district lines run right through Cave Springs — always let us confirm whether a specific lot feeds Bentonville or Rogers schools.

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Commute Times Across the Corridor

Typical drive times via I-49 and primary regional arteries.

Walmart New Home Office (Bentonville)12 min
Pinnacle Hills & Walmart AMP (Rogers)8 min
Tyson Foods Global HQ (Springdale)16 min
University of Arkansas (Fayetteville)26 min
Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA)9 min

Major Employers & Economic Anchors

Pinnacle Hills Corporate Corridor (8 min)Walmart Global HQ (12 min)XNA National Airport Aviation Hub (9 min)Mercy Hospital NWA (9 min)

Where to Look in Cave Springs

Signature Neighborhoods & Pockets

Every micro-pocket in Cave Springs has its own architectural personality, lot size, and elementary school zone. Here are the key areas our buyers ask for most.

Pocket 01$650K – $1.6M+

Brentwood, Hyde Park &The Reserve

Executive custom brick & stone estates on large lots

Architectural custom homes with 3- and 4-car garages, outdoor kitchens, and neighborhood pools minutes from Pinnacle Hills.

Bentonville Public Schools & Rogers Public SchoolsSee Listings Here
Pocket 02$385K – $575K

The Creeks Golf & RV Resort Community

Fairway-view homes & low-maintenance patio residences

Built around the scenic 18-hole Creeks Golf Course along Osage Creek in the heart of Cave Springs.

Bentonville Public Schools & Rogers Public SchoolsSee Listings Here
Pocket 03$515K – $850K

Otter Creek & Nevaeh Estates

Modern transitional family homes in Bentonville/Rogers zones

Wide sidewalks, community green spaces, and effortless access to Rainbow Curve and I-49.

Bentonville Public Schools & Rogers Public SchoolsSee Listings Here
Pocket 04$850K – $3.2M+

Healing Springs & Hwy 112 Equestrian Estates

Gated acreage compounds, horse farms & private ponds

Rolling white-fenced pastures and hardwood ridges minutes from XNA National Airport.

Bentonville Public Schools & Rogers Public SchoolsSee Listings Here
Schools & Education

Bentonville Public Schools & Rogers Public Schools

Northwest Arkansas is renowned for its public school investments, open-enrollment public charters, and independent academies. Key campuses serving Cave Springs families include:

  • Bentonville High / Bentonville West High (North/West Cave Springs)
  • Rogers High / Rogers Heritage High (East Cave Springs)
  • Janie Darr Elementary & Evening Star Elementary
  • Oakdale Middle & Grimsley Junior High
Boundary Verification: Subdivision attendance zones in NWA adjust periodically as new campuses open. Our team verifies exact elementary, middle, and high school assignments for every address you tour.
Trails, Parks & Local Landmarks

Weekends & Everyday Life in Cave Springs

The landmarks, trailheads, dining hubs, and outdoor traditions that define life in Cave Springs:

Trails & Parks

Cave Springs Natural Cave & Lake Keith

Historic limestone bluff cave and spring-fed trout lake at the center of town, home to endangered Ozark cavefish.

Trails & Parks

Illinois River Watershed Sanctuary

Protected nature preserve with walking trails, boardwalks, kayaking, and karst spring conservation.

Water & Golf

The Creeks Golf Course

Scenic 18-hole public golf course crossing spring-fed creeks and tree-lined fairways.

Tradition & Events

XNA National Airport & Rainbow Curve Corridor

Less than 10 minutes from XNA terminals on the west and Pinnacle Hills Promenade on the east.

Interactive NWA Comparator

Compare Cave Springs Side-by-Side

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Cave Springs, AR

Estate living between Bentonville and Rogers.

Median Price

$535,250

Price / Sq Ft

$244

$450K Buys (Est.)

~1,844 sq ft

School District
Bentonville Public Schools & Rogers Public Schools
Drive to Walmart HQ
12 min
Drive to U of A (Fayetteville)
26 min
Drive to XNA Airport
9 min
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Bentonville, AR

Small-town square, world-class everything.

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Median Price

$488,000

Price / Sq Ft

$223

$450K Buys (Est.)

~2,018 sq ft

School District
Bentonville Public Schools
Drive to Walmart HQ
5–8 min
Drive to U of A (Fayetteville)
32 min
Drive to XNA Airport
16 min
Quick Takeaway: Cave Springs’s median sale price ($535,250) is $47,250 higher than Bentonville ($488,000). At a $450K budget, that translates to roughly 1,844 sq ft in Cave Springs vs. 2,018 sq ft in Bentonville.
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Source: Curtis Realty Group market dashboard, trailing 90 days of closed sales, as of October 22, 2026. Medians change monthly and are not an appraisal or an offer of value.

Local FAQ

Common Questions About Buying in Cave Springs

Cave Springs combines larger estate lots and lower density with an unbeatable location: 8 minutes to Pinnacle Hills in Rogers, 12 minutes to Walmart HQ in Bentonville, and 9 minutes to XNA Airport.

Active + Off-Market Access

Find Your Place in Cave Springs

Browse every live listing in Cave Springs — updated in real time from the MLS — or tell us what you’re after and our local Cave Springs specialists will send both active and private off-market opportunities that match your criteria.

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  • Unlisted & coming-soon homes across Benton County
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