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$725,000

Sylva, NC 28779
Listed by Sean McLaughlin · BMP David Southworth Real Estate LLC
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About this home

Perched on top of a ridge with incredible 270 degree views, this homesite would make the perfect setting for your mountain retreat. At the entrance to the property is one of the 40 miles of trails that traverse through Balsam Mountain Preserve. Imagine watching mesmerizing sunrises off the front of the your dream home and epic sunsets off the back. Must be seen to appreciate the amazing views. Balsam Mountain Preserve is a private 4,400 acre club community with 3,200 acres of conservation land and completed amenities featuring golf, equestrian, scenic trails, tennis and dining. The stunning new facilities at Doubletop Village, including the Summit House Restaurant and Mine Tavern, are now open to members and their guests.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4326494
Property type
Lot
Subdivision
Balsam Mountain Preserve
Status
Active
Days on market
1
On market date
December 3, 2025
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Scotts Creek Elementary
4.26 mi away · Grades 0-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
459
Student:teacher ratio
14.3:1
District
Jackson County Public Schools
Middle
Catamount School
6.36 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
53
Student:teacher ratio
10.6:1
District
Catamount School
High
Jackson Co Early College
6.98 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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$145,000 down
$580,000 loan
Principal & interest$3,762
Property tax (est.)$604
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated December 4, 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.