Discover the perfect blend of peaceful country living and convenient access to Asheville, Brevard, and Hendersonville. Six parcels make up this multi generational 59 +/- acre parcel. It is just minutes from the Turkey Pen entrance of Pisgah National Forest—an outdoor lover’s paradise with hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking right at your doorstep. Approximately 20+ acres are gentle and level terrain. Whether you're envisioning a private estate, equestrian retreat, or working farm, this land offers the freedom to bring your vision to life. Enrolled in both the Wildlife Conservation Land Program and the Present-Use Value Program, the property also provides valuable tax deferment benefits. At its center sits a well-maintained brick ranch home, surrounded by open fields perfect for grazing, riding, or future home sites. A peaceful pond adds to the charm, offering a serene place to unwind and soak in the natural beauty. Multiple potential building sites. Ideal for a family estate or homesteading and farming.
Active
$2,400,000
71 Happy Valley Dr, Mills River, NC 28759
3beds
1,953sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$13,438/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1969
59.15 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,229/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Well-maintained brick ranch homeGentle and level terrainSurrounded by open fieldsPeaceful pond
- 305 days |
- 341 |
- 11 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Billy Taylor billy.taylor@howardhannatate.com,
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Fletcher
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4312252
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Ductless
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Mud Room
Features
- Pantry
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,953
- Total interior livable area: 1,953 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,953
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: None, Creek, Pond
Lot
- Size: 59.15 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Flood Plain/Bottom Land, Hilly, Level, Pasture, Paved, Pond(s), Private, Rolling Slope, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Additional parcels included: 9519-32-8608-000, 9519-43-0008, 9519-34-2088, 95919-42-5860, 9519-33-4597-000
- Parcel number: 9519336013000
- Zoning: MR-MU
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Full
- Foundation: Crawl Space, Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Mills River
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,229/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $601,000
- Annual tax amount: $253,844
- Date on market: 10/13/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 709 days
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2026 | Price change | $2,400,000-17.2%$1,229/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4312260 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,900,000-13.4%$1,485/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4312260 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Listing removed | $3,350,000$1,715/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4254719 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,350,000$1,715/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4254719 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2025 | Listing removed | $3,350,000$1,715/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4174127 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2025 | Price change | $3,350,000-14.6%$1,715/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4174127 Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/2024 | Price change | $3,925,000-11.3%$2,010/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4174127 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2024 | Listed for sale | $4,425,000$2,266/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4173275 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $253,844 +16558.2% | $527,740 +128.5% |
| 2024 | $1,524 | $230,930 |
| 2023 | $1,524 | $230,930 |
| 2022 | $1,524 +0.8% | $230,930 |
| 2021 | $1,512 +29.8% | $230,930 +38% |
| 2020 | $1,165 +0.4% | $167,340 |
| 2019 | $1,160 +6.5% | $167,340 |
| 2018 | $1,089 +1.6% | $167,340 |
| 2017 | $1,073 | $167,340 |
| 2016 | $1,073 +26.9% | $167,340 -3.8% |
| 2015 | $845 | $173,920 |
| 2014 | $845 | $173,920 |
| 2013 | -- | $173,920 |
| 2012 | -- | $173,920 |
| 2011 | -- | $173,920 |
| 2010 | -- | $173,920 |
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Mills River ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.6 mi
- 7/10Rugby MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.6 mi
- 8/10West Henderson HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.7 mi
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