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2 Beds
1 Bath

$153,000

20 West Mills Road, Franklin NC, 28734

Price per sqftN/A
Built in1900
Property typeResidential

Overview

Active

Listed Oct 24, 2025

Updated 6 days ago

BACK ON THE MARKET DUE TO NO FAULT OF THE 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 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, the potential for reward & preservation is immense. This is the ultimate restoration project for the right buyer. Secure your piece of WNC heritage. Reach out for historical documentation and showing details. Being sold As Is.

$1,018/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $153,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
26042510

Interior Features

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
Yes

Exterior Features

Lot Size
1.1 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$400
Tax Frequency
Annually
Garage
Yes
Waterfront
Yes
55+/Senior Community
No

Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty of Franklin, Sheila Myers,
Listing Contact: 8285240100 

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