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Mixed-Use Land for Sale in Franklin, North Carolina

20 W Mills Rd, Franklin, NC 28734

$153,000
1.1 acres
Pending sale
Under contract

Motivated Seller! Calling all Visionaries: Own a Macon County Landmark! Here's your chance to own a truly unique piece of Western NC history. This early 1900s structure is on the Historic Preservation Foundation of NC and located in Cowee's prestigious West Mills Historic District, directly across the road from the tranquil Cowee Creek. This isn't just a home-it's a two-story legacy, originally serving as the C.N. West General Merchandise store on the lower level with a residence above. The timeless character & stories of its past are intact, but this property is needs work & requires a complete, dedicated restoration. Has some flat pasture land & many out buildings inc. a garage with storage above, & old barn, & cellar. Bring your contractors, your passion, & your vision to transform this diamond-in-the-rough into a commercial space, a historic residence, or a blend of both. With its unique pedigree & location minutes from Franklin, the potential for reward & preservation is immense. This is the ultimate restoration project for the right buyer. Secure your piece of WNC heritage & start writing the next chapter today! Reach out for historical documentation and showing details.

Sq feet
2
Beds
1
Full bath
1900
Built

Location

Street address
20 W Mills Rd
Community
Cowee
Elevation
1,965 feet
Coordinates
35.2623, -83.4101

Directions

Bryson City Road, north approx 7 miles to right on West Mills Road. Second house on the left.

Property details

Acreage
1.1 acres
MLS #
FBR 26042510
Posted

Property taxes

Recent
$400

Parcels

  • 6587490712

Details and features

Listing

Type
Residential
Franchise
Keller Williams Realty

Lot

Vegetation
Partially Wooded
Waterfront
Creek
Features
Allow R Vs, Flood Plain, Level Yard, Open Lot, Pasture, Unrestricted

Exterior

Parking
Detached Garage
Structures
Storage
Features
Rustic Appearance

Structure

Basement
Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank
Cooling
Yes
Materials
Wood Siding
Roof
Composition

Interior

Rooms
Bathroom, Bedroom x 2
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Electric Oven/Range, Electric Water Heater
Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
Apr 16, 2026Under contract$153,000FBR
Mar 4, 2026Price drop$153,000$27,000 -15%FBR
Oct 25, 2025New listing$180,000FBR
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This 1.1-acre property is located at 20 W Mills Rd in Franklin, NC 28734. The property is pending sale. It has a 2 bedroom, 1 bath house built in 1900.

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