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The past...the present Though the property has been rental for its entire existence, covenants are now being place on the property to assure home ownership and owner occupancy. The covenants are also designed to protect the historical integrity of the existing structures in the village and to control the new infill residential construction. Now, you have the opportunity to purchase one of these charming homes, each recognized by the National Register of Historic Places, and rehabilitate it. Built between 1885 and 1940, the houses of Rocky Mount Mills Historic Mill Village still maintain the rather rural ambiance of their formative years. Located on approximately 74 acres, the Mill Village retains its intimate feel, yet nearby thoroughfares provide easy access to the city’s many shopping areas, highways, popular restaurants, and entertainment events. In addition, the village’s close proximity to Rocky Mount’s Battle Park and greenway is ideal for hiking, fishing, biking, and nature enthusiasts. The very upscale community of River Falls at Stonewall is also nearby on the other side of the river. The houses themselves stand in generally good condition. A typical house can be described as such: a one-story building of gabled, saddlebag of frame construction with weatherboard siding, complete with gabled one-story ell and hip-roofed porch. The two-story buildings are single-pile frame construction with weatherboard siding, rear one-story addition, and hip-roofed porch. Once accommodating 145 homes, the Village now contains 62 remaining residences. The layout of lots has approximated the original design for the village where the lots are deep and originally accommodated large a vegetable gardens in the rear. In many cases, the original windows, doors, and hardware are intact and even an occasional claw-foot tub is still in place. Each is an authentic creation from the later nineteenth century to mid-twentieth century. It is important to note that while many of Rocky Mount’s communities flooded during Hurricane Floyd, none of the homes in the Mill Village experienced any damage or flooding at all. Become a part of living history
when you purchase Reasons to Invest and Live in this historic Mill Village Each house is designated in the National Register of Historic Places…an opportunity to be a part of preserving history and enjoy the ambiance of an nineteenth to mid-twentieth century mill village Owners may receive attractive income tax credits for qualified rehabilitative work A good financial investment. Similar projects throughout the state have proven highly successful A nearby greenway will link 3 miles of scenic walks along the river and the city parks Close proximity to shopping, major thoroughfares, restaurants, entertainment, parks, and schools The Mill Village Homes at a Glance
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