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$889,000

Sylva, NC 28779
Listed by Holly Fletcher · Keller Williams Great Smokies
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About this home

Rare opportunity to own over 8 acres of premier riverfront property along the stunning Tuckasegee River in Dillsboro—one of Western North Carolina’s most sought-after waterways for recreation and trout fishing. This exceptional parcel offers a beautiful combination of usable land, privacy, and breathtaking natural surroundings—ideal for your mountain getaway or full-time residence. Extensive improvements are already in place, saving you significant time and upfront cost. The property features a private well, septic system installed, gravel driveway, and a graded house pad positioned to capture expansive, year-round views of the river. A dedicated camper pad with electric and internet allows for immediate use, and a 2021 camper is available for purchase, giving you the option to enjoy the property while building. The Tuckasegee River is widely known for its delayed harvest and stocked trout waters, supporting healthy populations of rainbow, brown, and brook trout. Anglers will appreciate the mix of gentle, wadeable sections along with deeper runs and pools—making this stretch a true fly fisherman’s paradise with consistent, year-round opportunity. Beyond fishing, the river offers excellent tubing, kayaking, and paddle sports, with calm stretches perfect for relaxing floats and scenic enjoyment. Located just downriver from Dillsboro River Company, with the first whitewater visible from the property, this location adds an exciting dynamic for those who enjoy a bit more adventure while still maintaining easy, everyday usability. The property also offers the potential to establish your own private river access trail or launch point, enhancing both recreation and long-term value. For the adventurous buyer, this property delivers an unmatched outdoor lifestyle—spend your mornings casting into cool mountain waters, afternoons floating the river, and evenings enjoying the peace and privacy of your own 8+ acre retreat. With ample room for exploration, recreation, and future expansion, this is a rare chance to own a true Western North Carolina playground. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Dillsboro and Sylva, you’ll enjoy the perfect balance of peaceful seclusion and easy access to shopping, dining, and local charm. If you’ve been searching for a build-ready riverfront property with infrastructure already in place and exceptional recreational appeal, this is a standout opportunity you don’t want to miss.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4376160
Property type
Acreage
Subdivision
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Status
Active
Days on market
62
On market date
May 4, 2026
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
Smokey Mountain Elementary
4.56 mi away · Grades -1-8
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
354
Student:teacher ratio
13.6:1
District
Jackson County Public Schools
Middle
Catamount School
4.47 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
4.19 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

Walkability

Blended score for Sylva's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

16
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
5.2 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
0 / 100
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Transit stops0
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Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Sylva, from live MLS data.

On the market 62 days -- 207 fewer days than Sylva's current average of 269 days.
For reference, the median list price across 177 active listings in Sylva right now is $395,000.

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$177,800 down
$711,200 loan
Principal & interest$4,613
Property tax (est.)$741
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated July 5, 2026.

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.