Union Mills
Neighborhood in Rutherford County
Rutherford County 28167, 28761
Real estate options include cabins, ranches and land
Vacation homes and rental properties dot Union Mills' deep, leafy valleys and high mountain peaks. Most homes in the area are log cabins, A-frame homes, older farmhouses and recently built two-story homes with cabin-inspired wood touches. "There's an above-average amount of log cabins, but I wouldn't say it's all log cabins. You can definitely find other styles," Hoffman says. These are typically priced between $330,000 and $780,000, depending on the acreage that comes with the home. There are also ranch-style homes and manufactured homes across the area, priced from $100,000 to $300,000. Parcels of land are available for those wanting their own piece of mountain. Prices usually range from $20,000 for less than 10 acres to $180,000 for 10 acres and over.An A-minus-rated school district
Rutherford County Schools serves the community of Union Mills. The wide-reaching district has nearly 20 schools with over 7,300 students and earns an overall A-minus rating on Niche. All schools in the district are rated B or above. Niche also ranks the district in the Top 10 Best Places to Teach in North Carolina and the Top 20 Best Districts Overall in North Carolina.A gateway to western North Carolina nature
Hiking, fishing and camping opportunities draw people to the Union Mills area. Sweeping mountain views, meadows and swimming holes with waterfalls are all within reach. The community is a short drive from South Mountains State Park. The park has nearly 50 miles of trails, equestrian paths, trout fishing holes and an 80-foot waterfall. There's also the adjacent South Mountains Game Lands, which offers hunting and more fishing. Union Mills is also close to several other recreation areas, including the Pisgah National Forest, Nantahala National Forest and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The impact of Hurricane Helene is still felt in the parks and forests of southwestern North Carolina, so visitors should prepare for their visit, as specific trails or campgrounds may be closed.Car travel is essential with hospitals and airports nearby
Union Mills sits along Highway 221, which takes travelers south to Rutherfordton and north to Marion and Interstate 40. There isn't public transportation here, so residents are car-dependent, especially if they work in larger cities like Asheville. Since the impacts of Hurricane Helene in 2024, some roads across southwestern North Carolina are still closed or being repaired. Residents should know this and consult local traffic maps when planning travel. There are two options for nearby hospitals: Rutherford Regional Medical Center, 10 miles away, and Mission Hospital McDowell, 15 miles away. There are also several airport options depending on preference: Asheville Regional Airport and Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport are about 60 miles away, and Charlotte Douglas International Airport is 80 miles away. Union Mills has a CAP Index Crime Score of one out of 10, lower than the national figure of four out of 10.Basic services in town with shopping and dining nearby
Union Mills doesn't have many amenities, as most of the area is residential, recreational or vacation rentals. Along Hudlow Road, there is a community center available for rentals, a performing arts center, a fire station and a Dollar General for quick shopping trips. The community is about 10 miles from Rutherfordton and Forest City, which has boutique shops and several grocery options, including Food Lion, Ingles, Walmart and ALDI. There are plenty of restaurants there, too, like comfort food spot Copper Penny Grill, which offers steaks and burgers. The town of Marion is about 16 miles north. Also, it has numerous grocery options and big box stores like Lowe's and Tractor Supply Co. Downtown Marion offers local bars and breweries, like Mica Town Brewing Company, and restaurants like Smoke a Lil' Smoke, a popular North Carolina-style barbecue spot.
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Micaela Green
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Todd Bennett
Todd Bennett
Coldwell Banker Advantage
(828) 521-0859
64 Total Sales
2 in Union Mills
$30K - $59K Price Range
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Dwain Ammons
Dwain Ammons
Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks, Lake Lure
(828) 408-0610
12 Total Sales
4 in Union Mills
$53K - $165K Price Range
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Eddie Glance
Eddie Glance
LPT Realty, LLC
(828) 554-7956
46 Total Sales
1 in Union Mills
$52,000 Price
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Julie Tallman
Julie Tallman
EXP Realty LLC
(828) 672-6132
137 Total Sales
1 in Union Mills
$517,500 Price
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Dan Hodges
Dan Hodges
Responds QuicklyMountain Real Estate Rocks
(828) 554-8863
168 Total Sales
2 in Union Mills
$285K - $350K Price Range
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Galen Walter
Galen Walter
Responds QuicklyLPT Realty, LLC
(828) 330-9664
179 Total Sales
1 in Union Mills
$550,000 Price
Schools
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Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Union Mills | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Union Mills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Union Mills, Rutherfordton sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Union Mills, Rutherfordton over the last 12 months is $337,500, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$389,000
Median Sale Price
$337,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$345,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
40
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$212
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
247
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Median Year Built
2002
Months of Supply
4.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,870
On par with the national average
1,931
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
66,429
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,646
Median Age
51
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$50,054
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,083
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.4%
College Graduates
33.3%
Advanced Degrees
19.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
50.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
53''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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