Mills River Homes with Rugby Middle School

Mills River Homes with Rugby Middle School

Welcome to Mills River, North Carolina, a charming town nestled in the heart of Henderson County. Known for its picturesque landscapes and friendly community, Mills River offers a perfect blend of serene rural living and convenient access to urban amenities. This vibrant area is surrounded by stunning Blue Ridge Mountains, making it an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. From hiking and biking trails to picturesque parks, residents can enjoy the beauty of nature right at their doorstep.

One of the key highlights of Mills River is its strong sense of community and family-friendly atmosphere. The town is served by the highly regarded Rugby Middle School, which emphasizes quality education and fosters a supportive learning environment for students. Families looking to settle down in Mills River will find the proximity to Rugby Middle School a significant advantage, as it offers a safe and nurturing space for their children to grow and thrive.

Mills River is also home to a variety of charming homes that cater to diverse tastes and budgets. Whether you are looking for a cozy cottage, a spacious family home, or a modern new build, there is something for everyone in this delightful town. The real estate market here is thriving, with properties often featuring beautiful yards, scenic views, and easy access to local amenities.

In addition to its excellent schools, Mills River boasts a rich selection of local shops, restaurants, and recreational opportunities. Experience the warmth of small-town living while being just a short drive away from the bustling city of Asheville. Discover your dream home in Mills River today, where community spirit and natural beauty come together in perfect harmony!

Newest Mills River Homes with Rugby Middle School

$1,450,000
4 Beds 5 Baths 4419337 MLS COMING SOON Status
Set on 2.9 wooded acres, this spacious 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home offers an impressive combination of privacy, architectural character, flexible living space, and exceptional outdoor surroundings. From the front patio, enjoy mountain views before stepping inside to generously sized rooms filled with natural light, hardwood floors, and soaring ceilings. The primary suite, office, and family room all feature vaulted ceilings, adding to the home's open and airy feel, while multiple living areas provide plenty of room for entertaining, working from home, or simply spreading out. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, a large center island, and plenty of workspace, while the expansive main-level primary suite includes a spacious bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, huge separate shower with his/hers closets. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms provide plenty of space for family and guests. The lower level adds even more usable space, offering flexibility for recreation, hobbies, a home gym, or additional living areas. With its substantial footprint and timeless architectural details, the home is ready for its next owner to bring their own style and personal touches. Outside is where this property truly distinguishes itself. Extensive landscaping, stone retaining walls, fire pit, winding pathways, an artificial waterfall, and a gathering/dining area create a private setting that feels tucked into the mountains. Multiple outdoor gathering spaces provide opportunities to entertain, relax, and enjoy the wooded surroundings. Parking is equally impressive, with two driveways, a two-car garage on the main level, an additional one-car garage on the lower level, and plenty of additional parking for guests. With 2.9 acres, mountain views, abundant living space, distinctive outdoor features, and room to make it your own, this property offers a rare opportunity to create an exceptional Western North Carolina retreat.

643 Mill Ridge Drive, Mills River

Listing courtesy of NextHome Partners. eskritt.greg@gmail.com

$650,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 4422309 MLS ACTIVE Status
Feel like you’ve won the home search lottery at 168 S Country Lane, a rare Mills River property that checks all the boxes buyers search for but seldom find in one place. No HOA, 1.37 private acres, highly usable yard, extensively updated home, flexible bonus space, outbuilding with power, and an incredibly convenient location are just the beginning. Carefully remodeled from top to bottom, this home is truly move-in ready with major improvements already completed, including an updated roof and HVAC system, encapsulated crawlspace, and thoughtful custom touches throughout. Inside, hardwood flooring, custom ceilings, accent walls, and a stone fireplace create a warm and welcoming feel. The beautifully updated kitchen features soft-close cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The spacious primary suite includes a large walk-in closet and updated en-suite bath, while both guest bedrooms are generously sized and share an impressively renovated hall bathroom. Downstairs, a large bonus room with half bath and its own exterior entrance offers incredible flexibility for a home office, game room, exercise space, or comfortable accommodations for out-of-town guests. The basement also features a 50-amp outlet, providing the possibility to plug in your RV right at home. Outside is where this property continues to set itself apart. The 1.37-acre lot feels more like a private park than a yard, with mature trees, abundant usable open space, and plenty of room to garden, play, entertain, or simply enjoy the privacy. With no HOA, you have the freedom to make the property your own. Expansive decks adds outdoor living space, while the fully wired shed offers electricity, excellent storage, workshop potential, and the ability to accommodate barn-related uses. Tucked away in a peaceful, private setting without sacrificing convenience, 168 S Country Lane is centrally located in Mills River with easy access to Hendersonville, Asheville, Brevard, and the outdoor recreation of Western North Carolina. Updated, private, usable acreage, no HOA, flexible living space, storage, RV capability, and a convenient location.....this is the combination you've been looking for!

168 S Country Lane, Mills River

Listing courtesy of BluAxis Realty. spencer@bluaxis.com

$99,900
4418794 MLS ACTIVE Status
Some buyers spend years searching for the perfect mountain lot, then even longer on permitting, grading, and utility installation before a single nail is driven. This 1.73-acre homesite in Forge Crest eliminates both waits. Tucked into an upscale gated community in Mills River at 2,700 feet elevation, this property delivers what Western North Carolina land buyers want most...long-range Blue Ridge Mountain views, privacy within a premier neighborhood, and a location that keeps you connected. Highway 280 is just minutes away from Downtown Hendersonville, Brevard, and Asheville Regional Airport all within easy reach. The real story is what's already done. Building site is graded. Driveway is already cut in. Duke Energy power, well and septic are all already in place. That's months of site work, engineering, and coordination already behind you. Bring your builder and get a huge head start on what most land buyers only dream about. Forge Crest combines a beautiful mountain community with convenience to health care, shopping, restaurants, breweries, and the Ecusta Trail. Mills River is one of WNC's most sought-after locations. Henderson County's blend of natural beauty and accessibility makes this land a rare find for the buyer who is ready to build now, not someday. Your mountain home starts here. Schedule a private tour of this exceptional homesite and get started with easy mountain living.

204 Forge Crest Drive Unit #38, Mills River

Listing courtesy of Unique: A Real Estate Collective. traceyr@uniquecollective.us

$875,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 4416793 MLS ACTIVE Status
Experience refined one-level living in the beautiful gated community of Mills River Crossing! Showing like brand new, this exceptional home is perfectly positioned on a .69-acre perimeter lot with a spacious, level backyard and lots of privacy. Inside, high ceilings, whitewashed wood beams, and a striking shiplap fireplace create a warm focal point in the great room. The open-concept design flows seamlessly into the beautiful gourmet kitchen, featuring quartz countertops, a stylish backsplash, stainless Bosch appliances, and a statement island ideal for entertaining and everyday living. The luxurious primary suite offers a relaxing retreat with a spa-inspired bath featuring dual sinks, a spacious tiled shower, and deep soaking tub. Outdoor living is equally impressive with a fully screened back deck designed for year-round enjoyment. A natural stone fireplace and built-in entertainment/wet bar with beverage fridge create the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing on cool fall evenings. Recent upgrades include fresh interior paint throughout, new designer light fixtures, new prefinished wood flooring, new appliances, new upgraded kitchen countertops and backsplash, and more. A walk-in crawlspace provides convenient additional storage. Residents enjoy a peaceful, private setting with gated access and community amenities including a park with a walking path, recreation area, playground, and picnic pavilion with an outdoor fireplace. Enjoy convenient access to South Asheville, Hendersonville and Brevard. This beautiful home is a true gem! Schedule your showing today!

46 Solomia Drive, Mills River

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Biltmore Park. debbie.hrncir@howardhannatate.com

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