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Property Description
Kick off your boots and stay a while! This cute bungalow is located in the heart of Mill Spring, just minutes from local schools, the Tryon Equestrian Center, Lake Adger, Green River Cove, Lake Lure, as well as quick access to to I-26, Hwy 74 and downtown Columbus. Whether you're into horses, hiking, fishing, biking, or just grabbing groceries or a bite in town, this location keeps you close to it all. This proeprty offers .85 ac of spacious, lush yard and plenty of room to breathe. You'll find not one but two detached garages. Interior home features include hardwood floors and beautiful solid panel walls in select rooms that add a warm, rustic touch. Spacious primary bedroom has 2 closets. Basement features laundry area, storage, full bathroom, utilities and a flex room that would be good for an office, hobbies, guest space or an art studio, (please note that the finished areas in the basement are accessible via non-finished space and is not contiguous from the stairs). Built around 1950, this home has had only a couple of owners over the years, and while it may not meet all modern building codes, it's full of character and still very livable. Some updates would really make it shine, and add value. The larger 3-car garage has electricity and the smaller 1-car is currently an open garage, though doors could be installed to secure it. Both structures are in good shape but could benefit from a little TLC around the trim and chimney in the large garage needs repair in order to use. There is no zoning in this area of Polk County. The property is on a private well and it's also connected to the Inman-Campobello water system, (https://www.icwd.org/polkCounty.html). And while this home is easily visible from the road, it still offers a good sense of privacy once you're on-site. Home sits above a county owned recreational field where practice & games takes place from time to time. If you're looking for a place in the country with potential, charm, and a convenient location, this one's worth a look. Seller plans to leave the furniture in home for the buyer, however if buyer doesn't want it, listing firm help assist in removal before closing. Seller hasn't lived in this home in many years and is therefore selling this property strictly AS-IS.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 256 School Rd
General
- Price: $325,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
- MLS ID: 4299323
- Updated: 12/16/2025
- Added to Site: 134 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Open Floorplan, Storage
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Living Room
- Appliances: Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Basement Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Basement
Additional Information
- Equipment: Fuel Tank(s), Other - See Remarks
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Driveway, Detached Garage, Garage Shop
Location
- County: Polk
- Driving Directions: From Columbus exit, take Hwy 108 towards Mill Spring and in ~5 miles, make Left onto Horsepower Ln, then Left on School Road. Property is the first house on the Left. See sign.
School Information
- Elementary School: Polk Central
- Middle School: Polk
- High School: Polk
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: City, Well
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Asbestos, Other - See Remarks
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Bath/Stubbed, Daylight, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
- Main/1st Level: 1,340 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1950
Lot Features
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt, Paved
- Elevation (Approx.): 1000
- Lot Features: Level, Open Lot, Sloped, Wooded, Views
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Estate, Undisclosed
- Property ID: MS-71A-E01
- Lot Number: 239-424
Listed by Tryon Foothills Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 256 School Rd
School District:Polk County Schools
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 256 School Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/19/2025
Price Reduced
$325,000
-7.14%
MLS
9/06/2025
Listed
$350,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 256 School Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$894
19%
$175,164
49%
2024
$750
—
$117,225
—
2023
$750
9%
$117,225
—
2022
$691
—
$117,225
—
2021
$691
27%
$117,225
35%
2020
$546
—
$86,595
—
2019
$546
3%
$86,595
—
2018
$529
3%
$86,595
14%
2017
$516
6%
$75,740
—
2016
$485
—
$75,740
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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256 School Road, Mill Spring, NC 28756 (MLS# 4299323) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 256 School Road is currently listed for $325,000 and was received on September 06, 2025. Want to learn more about 256 School Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Mill Spring? You can browse all Mill Spring real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
