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    • Price cut: $27K (3/3)
    $153,000

    20 W Mills Rd, Franklin, NC 28734

    2beds
    --sqft
    : 
    Residential
    Built in 1900
    1.1 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Old barnFlat pasture landOut buildings
    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.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 03, 2026 at 11:39am

    Listed by:

    Sheila Myers,

    Keller Williams Realty Of Franklin

    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26042510

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Second
      Heating
      • Other
      Cooling
      • None, Other
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Oven/Range, Electric Water Heater
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Other
      • Flooring: Some Hardwoods
      • Windows: Windows-Storm None
      • Basement: Full,Finished,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Other
      • Attic: Storage Only
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      Interior area
      • Living area range: 1201-1400 Square Feet
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Garage-Double Detached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Exterior features: Rustic Appearance
      • Waterfront features: Stream/Creek
      Lot
      • Size: 1.1 Acres
      • Features: Allow RVs, Flood Plain, Level Yard, Open Lot, Pasture, Unrestricted
      • Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
      Details
      • Additional structures: Barn(s), Storage Building/Shed
      • Parcel number: 6587490712

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Other-See Remarks
      • Property subtype: Residential
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well, See Remarks
      • Utilities for property: Cell Service Available

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Franklin

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $25,500
      • Annual tax amount: $400
      • Date on market: 10/24/2025
      • Listing terms: Cash
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        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        3/3/2026Price change$153,000-15%
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26042510 Report a problem
        10/24/2025Listed for sale$180,000
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26042510 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2020-- $25,500
        2019-- $25,500 +1.2%
        2018-- $25,200
        2017-- $25,200
        2016-- $25,200
        2015$116 $25,200 -17.6%
        2014$116 $30,600
        2013$116 $30,600

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        Est. payment
        $844/mo
        Principal & interest
        $789
        Property taxes
        $55
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