7513 Boylston Highway, Mills River, NC
$3,250,000
Listing courtesy of H Scott & Associates (Scott McElrath). Listing data provided by Canopy MLS, deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
The pastoral corridor between Mills River and Brevard represents a rare intersection of accessibility and ecological preservation within Western North Carolina. This fifty-six-acre tract offers a significant canvas defined by gentle, versatile topography and nearly two thousand feet of frontage along Boylston Creek, a registered Class C trout stream. Positioned ten minutes from Asheville Regional Airport, the land balances its natural seclusion with immediate proximity to Pisgah National Forest and the regional hubs of Hendersonville and Asheville. The submarket is currently experiencing a sophisticated transition; the recent approval of a two-hundred-home residential community directly across Boylston Highway underscores the mounting demand for high-caliber development in this specific mountain valley. For the discerning investor, the scale and visibility of this site provide a rare opportunity to influence the architectural landscape of the Mills River area. Private inquiries and site examinations may be coordinated through Peters & Associates.
About the home
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.
Price in context
- No price changes since it was listed.
- 2 days on the market, listed 2026-08-01.
- County tax assessment $714,700; the asking price is 4.55× the assessed value.
Features
- County
- Henderson
Comparable homes on the market
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- 185 Mckinney Road, Etowah — $6,900,000, 6 bd, 2,600 sq ft, 2.4 mi away
- 4454 Asheville Highway, Pisgah Forest — $3,500,000, 4 bd, 3,847 sq ft, 6.1 mi away
- 109 Split Rock Trail, Arden — $4,490,000, 4 bd, 4,657 sq ft, 6.1 mi away
- 120 Split Rock Trail, Arden — $3,247,000, 3 bd, 3,861 sq ft, 6.1 mi away
See it privately
Nicholas and Miriam Peters show every home personally. Peters & Associates, 4401 Barclay Downs Dr #132, Charlotte, NC 28209. Office 704-264-4572. Request a private showing.