CREEK FRONT PROPERTY! Centrally located between Asheville, Hendersonville, and Brevard, don't miss this RARE opportunity to own over 8.6 acres of unrestricted land inside the town limits of Mills River (available with or without the animals!). Large yard, mountain views, and over 4000 sqft of fully remodeled and expanded home (2018-19). Primary BR, office, 3 additional bedrooms, and garage ALL on the main level. Oversized attached 2 car garage, 3 bay detached shop. 4 zone HVAC, tankless water heater, natural gas generator, large covered porch, and open deck. Inside, you will find open and bright like you will rarely see, cathedral ceilings in living and primary, and custom finishes throughout. The basement offers a rec room, an exercise room, and a half bath; and it also has over 1400 sqft of unfinished space for storage. Too much to list here. MORE ACREAGE OFFERED UNDER MLS# 4273604.
SHOWN BY APPTOINTMENT ONLY. HOME AND SHOP ARE NOT LOCATED IN ANY FLOOD ZONE or PLAIN.
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$1,555,000
16 School House Rd, Mills River, NC 28759
4beds
4,057sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
8.67 Acres Lot
$1,554,900 Zestimate®
$383/sqft
$3,555 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,554,900
$1.46M - $1.65M
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Listed by:
Bryan Ross bryan@blueridgerealestate.com,
Blue Ridge Real Estate
Bought with:
David King
EXP Realty LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4355254
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom half
- Features: Storage
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: Main
Exercise room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Main
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Hood, Filtration System, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Tankless Water Heater, Other
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Mud Room, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Drop Zone, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Other - See Remarks
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Insulated Door(s), Sliding Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Daylight,French Drain,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Storage Space,Sump Pump,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Unvented, Living Room, Wood Burning, Other - See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,015
- Total interior livable area: 4,057 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,015
- Finished area below ground: 1,042
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Garage Shop, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: 2 car attached garage and a 3 bay detached shop
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch
- Exterior features: Livestock Run In, Other - See Remarks
- Fencing: Fenced,Back Yard,Cross Fenced,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range, Mountain(s), Winter, Year Round
- Waterfront features: None, Creek, Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 8.67 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Flood Plain/Bottom Land, Level, Pasture, Rolling Slope, Wooded, Views, Other - See Remarks
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Hay Storage, Outbuilding, Shed(s), Workshop, Other
- Parcel number: 10008894+
- Zoning: MR-30
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Arts and Crafts,Farmhouse,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Partial, Fiber Cement, Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed, Other - See Remarks
- Water: Well, Other - See Remarks
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Wired Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Radon Mitigation System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Mills River
- Elevation: 2000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $383/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $703,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,706
- Date on market: 3/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 19 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Security Cameras, All Safes and Gun Safes, Horse Shoe Coatracks, exercise equipment, anything screwed to walls in shop other than shelves and cabinets, TV mounts, punching bags and mirror in gym
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Concrete, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2026 | Sold | $1,555,000-2.5%$383/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4355254 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2026 | Price change | $1,595,000+6.7%$393/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4355254 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2026 | Price change | $1,495,000-15.8%$368/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4355254 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2026 | Price change | $1,775,000-6.3%$438/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4285722 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2025 | Price change | $1,895,000-5.3%$467/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4285722 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2025 | Price change | $2,000,000-14.9%$493/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4285722 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,350,000+437.8%$579/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4273604 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2018 | Sold | $437,000-8%$108/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3318388 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2018 | Pending sale | $474,900$117/sqft |
Source: Beverly-Hanks Hendersonville #3318388 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2018 | Listed for sale | $474,900$117/sqft |
Source: Beverly-Hanks Hendersonville #3318388 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2017 | Listing removed | $474,900$117/sqft |
Source: Beverly-Hanks Hendersonville #3318388 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2017 | Listed for sale | $474,900$117/sqft |
Source: Beverly-Hanks Hendersonville #3318388 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,706 | $627,800 |
| 2024 | $2,706 | $627,800 |
| 2023 | $2,706 | $627,800 |
| 2022 | -- | -- |
| 2021 | -- | $442,600 |
| 2020 | $2,483 +23.1% | $442,600 +23.1% |
| 2019 | $2,017 | $359,500 +93.6% |
| 2018 | $2,017 +92.2% | $185,700 |
| 2017 | $1,049 | $185,700 |
| 2016 | -- | $185,700 |
| 2015 | -- | $185,700 +0.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $185,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $185,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $185,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $185,200 -13.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $214,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $214,300 |
| 2008 | -- | $214,300 +0.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $212,900 +30.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $163,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $163,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28759
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Mills River ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Rugby MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 8/10West Henderson HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mills River
- Middle: Rugby
- High: West Henderson
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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