This 13.91-acre property in Sylva, NC offers a mix of flat, rolling, and slightly steep terrain, providing a variety of options for potential development, offered below tax assessment. The property already has electric service with a 200 amp capacity. There is a septic system installed to accommodate two RV sites. The property features a new survey, spring water gravity feed, and a creek running through a portion of the land. There is also a 1905 farmhouse on the property, presenting the opportunity for renovation and the potential for an additional home site. Whether looking to develop an RV park, create a private estate, or restore the existing farmhouse, this versatile property offers endless possibilities for investment and enjoyment in the surroundings of Sylva, NC. Grocery shopping is within 15 minutes, main street Sylva 10 Minutes, 20 minutes to Cherokee, 30 minutes to Waynesville and just a 1 hr. drive to Ashville making this location convenient to the surrounding areas.
Vacant landProperty Type
13.91 acresLot Size
$18,861Price/Acres
Listed by Don Fabrikant• Country Living Realty
Contact: donfabs@outlook.com
Bought with Laura Holland• Four Seasons Realty Group
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
13.91 Acres
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
1,464
Year built
1905
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jackson County
APN
7539-24-3355
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Acreage
Zoning Specification: SFR
Land Information
Possible Use: Agricultural, Development, Gardening, Pasture/Grazing, Private Estate, Recreational, Residential, Other - See Remarks
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Hilly, Level, Sloped, Creek/Stream
Lot Size Area: 13.91
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Spring
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: No Representation
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Fairview
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Smoky Mountain
Location Information
Directions: From E Main St Sylva head west towards US-23 BUS N 0.5 miles, Continue onto Mill street 0.4 miles, Continue onto US-23 BUS S/W Main street 1.5 miles, turn left onto US-23 S/US-441 S/US Hwy 441s for 4.7 miles Turn left onto E Fork Rd, property driveway is on the rt. 0.6 Miles
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,464
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 13.91 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1905
Year Renovated: 1965
County: Jackson County
APN: 7539-24-3355
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Around this home
Schools
Fairview Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
5/10
Jackson County Early College
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Sylva, NC • 28779
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.