Mills River Land for Sale

Mills River Land for Sale

Welcome to Mills River, North Carolina – a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains. This charming town offers a perfect blend of small-town warmth and breathtaking natural beauty, making it an ideal place for those looking to invest in land and create their dream home or retreat. With its lush landscapes, rolling hills, and vibrant outdoor lifestyle, Mills River is a sanctuary for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

Mills River is conveniently located just a short drive from the bustling city of Asheville, yet it maintains a peaceful, rural atmosphere. Residents enjoy easy access to a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and exploring the stunning Pisgah National Forest. The nearby French Broad River provides ample opportunities for kayaking and tubing, while the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway offers breathtaking views and picturesque drives.

If you’re considering investing in land for sale in Mills River, you’ll find a variety of options that cater to diverse needs and budgets. Whether you envision a cozy cabin tucked away in the woods or an expansive estate with panoramic mountain views, Mills River has something to offer everyone. The local real estate market is thriving, with land parcels that boast easy access to amenities, schools, and recreational facilities.

In addition to its natural beauty, Mills River is known for its friendly community and rich cultural scene. With local breweries, farmers' markets, and seasonal festivals, there’s always something happening. Embrace the opportunity to build your dream property in Mills River – a place where nature and community come together in perfect harmony.

Newest Mills River Land for Sale

$99,000
4422397 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Build your dream home in the prestigious Homestead at Mills River, surrounded by beautiful upscale homes in one of Western North Carolina’s desirable mountain communities. Lot 17R offers 1.42 acres in a peaceful setting at the end of a paved cul-de-sac, providing privacy and a quiet atmosphere for your future home. Underground utilities are already in place at the lot, making this homesite even more attractive for your building plans. Residents enjoy access to the community's riverfront amenities, including the River Reserve clubhouse and park along the Mills River. Enjoy the best of mountain living with an exceptionally convenient location—just 8.5 miles from Asheville Regional Airport and an easy drive to Asheville, Hendersonville, shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation. Whether you're looking to build a full-time residence, second home, or mountain retreat, this is an excellent opportunity to become part of the exclusive Homestead at Mills River community. Offered at $99,000.

Shining Rock Path Unit #17R, Mills River

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. wncrealtormelissa@gmail.com
$59,000
4421739 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Are you searching for the perfect, tranquil canvas to design your dream home? This magnificent, gently sloping lot offers a pristine, cleared building site enveloped by a picturesque backdrop of mature trees, rolling farms, and lush forest. Located in the highly desirable Mills Pointe community, this property delivers the ultimate lifestyle balance: effortless access to shopping and dining, paired with the absolute peace of being worlds away from busy streets and traffic. Schedule your private tour today to experience this captivating sanctuary firsthand.

Lot 19 Waterford Drive Unit #19, Mills River

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Professionals. ronwhitworth@kw.com
$699,000
4420832 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Prime development opportunity in Mills River! This versatile 1.52 acre lot at 5640 Boylston Highway offers excellent visibility and direct road frontage in a highly desirable location. Zoned MRGB, the property provides flexibility for residential or commercial use, making it an ideal opportunity for an investor, business owner, or buyer looking to build in a growing area. Conveniently located along Boylston Highway with easy access to surrounding amenities, central proximity to Asheville, Brevard, Hendersonville, and the Asheville Regional Airport. Bring your vision and take advantage of this strategically positioned parcel with outstanding potential.

5640 Boylston Highway, Mills River

Listing courtesy of Obsidian Real Estate LLC. kevinskerr@gmail.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
$350,000
4418679 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
The Farm at Mills River is a thriving luxury home community offering easy access, gentle topography, and city amenities, including water, sewer, natural gas, and high-speed fiber-optic internet service. The subdivision features a fishing and floating pond, and the developer is currently working on the following community amenities: a small beach and picnic area, a pavilion with a stone fireplace, a community garden, and a greenhouse. There are wide, gentle roads that are perfect for riding your bicycles. Reasonable HOA fees. Quietly nestled just minutes from both Asheville and Hendersonville, and super convenient to Asheville Regional Airport. Everything you ever wanted in a mountain community. Call and schedule a tour today!

207 Soapstone Trail Unit #70, Mills River

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Fletcher. billy.taylor@howardhannatate.com
$3,250,000
4402275 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover one of Western North Carolina's most unique delevopment opportunities. This exceptional 56 acre tract offers a rare combination of prime location, outstanding accessibility, and remarkable natural beauty. Boasting approx 1,800 feet of frontage on Boylston Highway (NC-280), a fave-lane corridor connecting Mills River and Brevard, the property enjoys excellent visibility and easy access. The location is just 10 minutes from Asheville Airport, approx 15 mins to downtown Brevard, 20 minutes to Hendersonville and Asheville, and only 15 minutes from both the Mills River and Brevard entrances to Pisgah National Forest. The land features gentle, useable topography, making it well suited for a variety of potential uses. Adding to its appeal is approx 1,900 feet of frontage on Boylston Creek, a beautiful Class C trout stream that enhances both the property's character and recreational value. An approx 200-home resiential community has already been approved directly across Boylston Highway, highlighting the area's continued growth and dtrong demand.

7513 Boylston Highway, Mills River

Listing courtesy of H Scott & Associates. scottmcelrath@gmail.com
$30,000
4408678 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Build your dream home in the sought-after High Vista Country Club community in beautiful Mills River, North Carolina. This vacant homesite offers the perfect opportunity to create a custom mountain retreat in one of Western North Carolina's premier gated neighborhoods. Surrounded by mature trees and the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this lot provides a peaceful setting while remaining conveniently located just minutes from Asheville Regional Airport, Hendersonville, Asheville, and Brevard. Residents enjoy the security of a gated entrance, beautifully maintained common areas, and the option to join the renowned High Vista Country Club, featuring an 18-hole championship golf course, clubhouse, dining, swimming pool, tennis and pickleball courts, and a vibrant social calendar. Whether you're planning your forever home, a vacation getaway, or an investment in one of the area's most desirable communities, this property offers an exceptional combination of privacy, convenience, and mountain lifestyle. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of High Vista and experience everything Western North Carolina has to offer.

Glen Eagles Lane, Mills River

Listing courtesy of Asheville Realty Group. INFO@AshevilleRealtyGroup.com
$675,000
4401357 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
8.89 acres with MR-MU zoning in the heart of Mills River, perfect for development or personal estate. Gentle terrain and private location, yet only 5 mins to grocery, medical, restaurants and breweries. Two parcels consisting of 7.89 acres and 1.0 acre. Mature timber and old roads throughout. Two manufactured homes on the property are being conveyed as-is with no value assigned. However, each has a 3BR septic system and there is a shared well with power on the property to both homes. Land has easy access off of Shep Drive but is not included in the HOA.

27 Shep Drive, Mills River

Listing courtesy of Greenfield Real Estate LLC. autumn@greenfieldrealestatenc.com
$40,000
4400366 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Build your mountain home in High Vista, a gated community with established covenants and architectural review. This homesite is subject to High Vista HOA/POA rules, road agreement, architectural guidelines, and applicable local requirements. Per supplied covenants, minimum build size is 1,500 sq ft for a one-story or split-level dwelling, or 2,000 sq ft for a two-story dwelling with at least 1,500 sq ft on the main level. Residential use only. POA-governed amenities and fees may apply and should be verified by buyer. Buyer/buyer agent to verify buildability, septic, utilities, setbacks, current HOA/POA dues and fees, amenity membership, rental restrictions, architectural approvals, and all current rules and amendments.

50 Cedar Drive, Mills River

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Professionals. janette@toasheville.com
$39,900
4389945 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Fabulous location in the highly sought-after, gated High Vista Falls Golf Community! These two adjoining lots are being offered together at an exceptional value. Build your dream home on one lot and keep the second as a private buffer, or develop both. With selective clearing, these properties may offer fantastic views. Both lots have access to community sewer and city water. The stated acreage represents the total area of both lots combined. Minutes to Asheville Regional Airport and conveniently located between Hendersonville & Asheville. Optional POA and Chestnut Mountain Golf Club amenities include an 18-hole golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, swimming pool, and picnic/playground area. HOA Separate from High Vista Amenity Association (POA).

9999 Glen Eagles Lane Unit #177 & 178, Mills River

Listing courtesy of Move Asheville Realty. ngundorin@gmail.com
$725,000
4386182 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Mills River, almost 25 acres! This land is ideally situated and convenient to Asheville, Hendersonville and Brevard. Only minutes away from the national forest, breweries, shopping and dining. Whether you enjoy hiking, horseback riding, mountain, biking, or camping, you will love this peaceful location. This is a hunting and fishing paradise with abundant wildlife in the lush meadows and woods. Boylston Creek (which runs through the middle of the lower fields) is great for fishing and swimming. Most of the property has already been fenced. This land has Farm status and therefore lower taxes. Bring your horses, cattle and other livestock. Make your own hay and be self-sustaining.

000 Cook Lane Unit #24.87 Acres, Mills River

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Mountain Lifestyles. angelac@C21ml.com
$45,000
4373738 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Build your dream home on this stunning 2-acre homesite in the gated High Vista community in Mills River, NC. Tucked away at the end of a quiet, dead-end street, this private, wooded lot offers the perfect blend of seclusion and natural beauty, with the potential for breathtaking long-range mountain views. Mature trees provide an ideal setting for a custom mountain retreat, while still allowing flexibility in your home design. Located between South Asheville and Hendersonville, High Vista is a well-established mountain community known for its convenience and lifestyle amenities. Residents have the option to join the High Vista Property Owners Association, which features a clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis and pickleball courts, playground, and a welcoming community pub with indoor and outdoor dining. Optional membership to the Chestnut Mountain Golf Club offers access to an 18-hole course set against a scenic mountain backdrop. Enjoy the peace and privacy of mountain living while remaining just a short drive to shopping, dining, breweries, Asheville Regional Airport, and I-26. Whether you're planning a full-time residence or a seasonal getaway, this exceptional homesite offers the perfect opportunity to bring your vision to life in one of Mills River’s most desirable gated communities.

Lot #39 Poplar Drive, Mills River

Listing courtesy of Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks. sharon@walnutcoverealty.com
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