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Improved Land for Sale in Cove City, North Carolina

12045 Old US Highway 70 W, Cove City, NC 28523

$2,000,000
161 acres
Active sale
ago
Est $12,009/mo

Discover an exceptional commercial and recreational opportunity at 12045 Old US Highway 70 in Cove City, North Carolina. Formerly home to Baillie Lumber Company and World Wood, this expansive 161 acre property offers an established industrial style facility, substantial covered storage, enclosed metal buildings, and extensive wooded acreage with outstanding potential for a variety of commercial and recreational uses. Approximately 30 acres encompass the existing facility, featuring multiple storage buildings, overhang shelters, and two substantial enclosed metal buildings measuring approximately 100' x 120' and 175' x 150'. These expansive structures offer significant potential for commercial storage, equipment and materials storage, warehouse operations, or the development of indoor recreational facilities, subject to applicable approvals and building requirements. Imagine the possibilities for indoor volleyball, soccer, training facilities, or other large-scale recreational concepts requiring substantial covered space. Beyond the developed facility, approximately 131 acres of wooded land provide additional space, privacy, and opportunities for future planning and investment, subject to zoning, permitting, access, and site suitability. The combination of existing infrastructure and extensive acreage creates a unique opportunity for investors, developers, commercial operators, or entrepreneurs seeking a property with room to grow. Zoned commercial, this substantial tract offers a rare combination of existing buildings, covered work and storage areas, and significant undeveloped land in one expansive property. Whether envisioning a commercial storage operation, an indoor sports and recreation destination, or another permitted commercial venture, this property offers a versatile foundation for exploring your next investment. Important property conditions: Forklifts and wood products remaining on site do not convey with the sale. The property is subject to a restriction prohibiting its use as a hardwood lumber sawmill; the processing of hardwood logs into lumber; the processing of hardwood lumber for sale; the drying of hardwood lumber; or the storage of hardwood lumber or hardwood logs. A rare opportunity to acquire substantial acreage with existing commercial infrastructure and room to envision what comes next. Explore the possibilities at this distinctive Cove City property and bring your next commercial or recreational venture to life.

1,750
Sq feet
1940
Built

Location

Street address
12045 Old US Highway 70 W
Zip code
28523
Elevation
48 feet
Coordinates
35.1951, -77.3682

Directions

From Main Street in Cove City, take Old US Hwy 70 West approximately 2.7 miles

Property details

Acreage
161 acres
Zoning
Commercial
MLS #
HMLS 100611697
Posted

Parcels

  • 3-044 -040

Details and features

Listing

Type
Commercial Sale

Structure

Water
Public
Sewer
Septic Tank
Heating
Electric, Heat Pump
Materials
Concrete, Steel Frame, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Roof
Metal, Shingle

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
Oct 21, 2026New listing$2,000,000—HMLS
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This 161-acre property is located at 12045 Old US Highway 70 W in Cove City, NC 28523. The property is available for sale, priced at $2,000,000. It has a 1,750 square foot structure built in 1940.

Listed by Realty ONE Group East, (252) 933-6225

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