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    32 School House Road, Mills River, NC 28759

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    $5,550,160

    63-acre commercial land in Mills River, North Carolina.

    Type:Commercial
    Lot size:
    63.00 Acres
    Added:
    Feb 4, 2026
    Days on Market:
    119
    Last Refresh:
    May 10 at 10:40 pm

    Property Features for 32 School House Road

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    63.00 Acres
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1850

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    Listing Contact
    DAVID LEE

    Listing agent DAVID LEE License #4286513

    Listing office KELLER WILLIAMS MTN PARTNERS, LLC

    Listing date Feb 4, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Expansive 63‑acre tract in a rapidly growing commercial/industrial market.
    • Zoned MR‑NC, offering versatile development possibilities.
    • Public water and sewer are located adjacent to the tract.
    • Excellent location with immediate proximity to Interstate 26, U.S. 280, and Asheville Regional Airport.
    • Primarily flat and usable land suitable for various developments.
    • Located in a thriving commercial hub attracting major national and international companies.

    Overview

    This 63-acre commercial development opportunity is located in Mills River, North Carolina. The property is zoned MR-NC (Neighborhood Commercial), supporting a variety of commercial, service-oriented, and mixed-use development possibilities, with potential for rezoning or conditional approvals for larger commercial or industrial concepts. Public water and sewer are located adjacent to the tract. The land is primarily flat and usable, suitable for commercial campuses, retail and service centers, flex-industrial development, warehousing, light manufacturing, logistics, research facilities, or mixed-use clusters, subject to Town of Mills River requirements and approvals. The site's layout and topography provide options for phased development, subdivision, or a single large-scale commercial project. Mills River's location between Asheville, Hendersonville, and Brevard, offers proximity to Interstate 26, U.S. 280, and the Asheville Regional Airport. The location has attracted companies such as Sierra Nevada Brewing, Amazon, FedEx, and Pepsi. Industrial and commercial land absorption in Mills River has outpaced supply. An old 1850’s colonial home remains on the property, but it is considered to have no contributory value and is not expected to affect redevelopment plans. The property is suitable for a corporate campus, industrial park, or commercial center.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Commercial land

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon Hotel & Motel

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Mills River
    County
    Henderson
    State
    North Carolina
    Longitude
    -82.5539327
    Latitude
    35.3756823

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Commercial land - 63-acre commercial land in Mills River, North Carolina.
    Where is this commercial land located?
    The property is located at 32 School House Road Mills River, NC.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $5,550,160.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Expansive 63‑acre tract in a rapidly growing commercial/industrial market.; Zoned MR‑NC, offering versatile development possibilities.; Public water and sewer are located adjacent to the tract.
    (828) 290-1000
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    DAVID LEE
    Real Estate License ID: 4286513
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

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    • Statistical models using comparable sales
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    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

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    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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