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$350,000

Sylva, NC 28779
Listed by Melissa Rogers · Keller Williams Great Smokies
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About this home

Discover an exceptional opportunity inside Garnet Ridge Preserve, a private, gated subdivision in the mountains of Sylva, NC. This rare 16+ acre parcel offers the ideal setting for those seeking a private mountain estate, multi-family compound, or potential subdevelopment within one of Western North Carolina’s most desirable communities. Featuring paved roads, underground utilities, and access to a stunning lodge-style clubhouse, Garnet Ridge Preserve offers privacy, luxury, and convenience. Bordering over 2,700 acres of U.S. Forest Service land, this property provides unmatched seclusion, protected long-term views, and direct access to an expansive natural playground. Whether you envision a private retreat surrounded by nature or multiple homesites for investment, this land delivers endless possibilities. Perfectly positioned between downtown Sylva and Franklin, residents enjoy quick access to the region’s best hiking, mountain biking, fly fishing, and pristine mountain lakes. With its combination of acreage, privacy, gated security, and proximity to outdoor adventures, this property stands out as one of the most versatile and desirable land offerings in the Smoky Mountains.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4320106
Property type
Lot
Subdivision
Garnet Ridge Preserve
Status
Active
Days on market
1
On market date
December 10, 2025
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Fairview Elementary
8.4 mi away · Grades -1-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
729
Student:teacher ratio
14.3:1
District
Jackson County Public Schools
Middle
Macon Middle School
7.87 mi away · Grades 7-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
598
Student:teacher ratio
15.0:1
District
Macon County Schools
High
Jackson Co Early College
7.62 mi away · Grades 9-13
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.1
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
100
Student:teacher ratio
25.0:1
District
Jackson County Public Schools

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$70,000 down
$280,000 loan
Principal & interest$1,816
Property tax (est.)$292
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated December 11, 2025.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.