SOLD DEC 8, 2025

Off market dec 2025 for $495K

$517,891

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,777/mo

•

1,298

sq ft

147 Helton Ln, Mill Spring, NC 28756

About this home

Remote and serene 48.24-acre unrestricted property in Polk County, just a short drive off Highway 9, offering the perfect combination of privacy and convenience. This charming 1977, 4 bedroom, 1 bath home features a full basement & a two-car carport. The property is complemented by a barn, shed, pond, and two creeks (small & deep), creating a peaceful and versatile setting. The property is a nature lover's paradise, boasting fig trees, grapevines, pecans, blueberries, plums, peaches and even garlic planted in the ground! Priced at $500k this land presents endless possibilities, from creating a tiny home community, developing short-term rental opportunities, or simply enjoying the abundant space and natural beauty. The landscape is picturesque, private, and brimming with potential for the visionary buyer. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a multi-use property in one of Polk County's most desirable rural locations. Convenient to Lake Lure, Tryon International Equestrian Center, Saluda, Spartanburg, Hendersonville & Asheville.

Single-familyProperty Type

1977Year Built

48.24 acresLot Size

$399Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Tara Nelon • Pinnacle Sothebys International Realty

Contact: tara@pinnaclesir.com

Bought with Trenton Thomas • Mosaic Community Lifestyle Realty

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•Source:CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4312061

Redfin Estimate

$517,891

$23K since sold in December 2025$1,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 42% higher than the average sale price ($365K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$227,000
A
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SOLD JUN 3, 2026
$217,000
B
4 beds2 baths1,560 sq ft
140 Fire Tower Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756
SOLD SEP 24, 2026
$535,000
C
4 beds3 baths1,794 sq ft
1434 Lake Adger Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756
SOLD OCT 14, 2026
$525,000
D
2 beds2 baths1,883 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 23, 2026
$413,000
E
2 beds2 baths1,332 sq ft
250 Luther Burbank Dr, Lake Lure, NC 28746
SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$271,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,163 sq ft
5460 US 64 Hwy, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

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Market trends in 28756, NC

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

94.1%

+0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$399K

$117 MoM

Avg. days on market

117d

0 days MoM

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0 MoM

New listings for sale

$1,800,000
4 beds4.5 baths3,608 sq ft
815 E Deep Gap Farm Rd #35, Mill Spring, NC 28756
$850,000
3 beds3 baths4,486 sq ft
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Sale history for 147 Helton Ln

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$620 (−14.4%)

$42,951 + $86,405

$129,356

2024

$724 (−56.3%)

$37,195 + $70,048

$107,243

2023

$1,657 (+3.0%)

$57,657 + $183,770

$241,427

2022

$1,609 (+3.2%)

$57,657 + $183,770

$241,427

2021

$1,558 (+14.1%)

$57,657 + $175,639

$233,296

2020

$1,366

$45,280 + $147,085

$192,365

2019

$1,366 (+7.6%)

$45,280 + $147,085

$192,365

2018

$1,269

$45,280 + $147,085

$192,365

2017

$1,269 (−6.2%)

$45,280 + $147,085

$192,365

2015

$1,353 (+4.1%)

$46,493 + $164,446

$210,939

2014

$1,300

$47,173 + $164,446

$211,619

Tax history for 147 Helton Ln

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$620 (−14.4%)

$42,951 + $86,405

$129,356

2024

$724 (−56.3%)

$37,195 + $70,048

$107,243

2023

$1,657 (+3.0%)

$57,657 + $183,770

$241,427

2022

$1,609 (+3.2%)

$57,657 + $183,770

$241,427

2021

$1,558 (+14.1%)

$57,657 + $175,639

$233,296

2020

$1,366

$45,280 + $147,085

$192,365

2019

$1,366 (+7.6%)

$45,280 + $147,085

$192,365

2018

$1,269

$45,280 + $147,085

$192,365

2017

$1,269 (−6.2%)

$45,280 + $147,085

$192,365

2015

$1,353 (+4.1%)

$46,493 + $164,446

$210,939

2014

$1,300

$47,173 + $164,446

$211,619

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

48.24 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

1977

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Polk County

APN

P53-34

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 2, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Attached Carport, Driveway
Has Carport

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 4
# of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Level: Main

Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished

Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Central Air

Interior Features
Room Count: 8
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Wood

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: none

Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Orchard(s), Green Area, Hilly, Pond(s), Private, Creek/Stream, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 48.24
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 1000
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: No Restrictions

HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None

School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified

Location Information
Directions: From 64/74 Take Island Creek Rd, Turn Left onto Hwy 9, in 2.7 mi turn Right onto Bill Jackson Rd, in 0.5mi turn Left onto Helton Ln, keep left, enter through the gate.

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 48.24 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: P53-34

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 2, 2026

Other

Auction Information
Is Auction: 0

Listing Information
Exception YN: 0

Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0

Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1298
Living Area: 1298
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,298
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1298
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: One

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Schools

Sunny View Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

6/10

Polk County Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi

4/10

Polk County High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.6mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 105° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$492,000 – $596,000

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Home values near 147 Helton Ln

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830 Bill Jackson Road, Mill Spring, NC 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 974 Sq. Ft.	$267,165

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