Discover the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience with this 44.5-acre mountain property offering spectacular year-round views and extensive infrastructure already in place. Ideal for a private retreat, family compound, or investment project, yet just minutes from downtown and highway access. Creek borders property along Monteith Branch. 4 ac +/- fenced for animals. Underground electric installed, 4 potential homesites, 1 cleared and build-ready with 3-bedroom septic system in the ground. Natural spring on property producing 30 PSI, feeding a 550-gallon holding tank with 3 GPM flow rate. New gravel road throughout the property. Trails for side-by-sides/ATVs. Seller has engineered plans for a house and garage – ready to go. This is your chance to own a fully prepped mountain escape with utilities in place, access to recreation, and proximity to amenities. Build now or hold as an investment — either way, this property checks every box.
Lot/land
$989,900
1887 Monteith Branch Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
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44.5Acres
Land, Rural Acreage-Wooded, Residential
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44.5 Acres Lot
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What's special
Spectacular year-round views
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Zillow last checked: 11 hours ago
Listing updated: September 24, 2025 at 11:52am
Listed by:
Jayne Buchanan,
Jackson County Realty, Inc.
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26042242
Facts & features
Interior
Video & virtual tour
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Year Round View
- Waterfront features: Creek, Spring
Lot
- Size: 44.5 Acres
- Features: No Deed Restrictions, Hardwoods, Allow RVs
- Topography: Rolling
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: None, Other
- Parcel number: 7643514781 & 7643427001
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Spring
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Sylva
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $171,230
- Annual tax amount: $1,042
- Date on market: 9/24/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,491/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $989,900+2811.5% |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26042242 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2014 | Sold | $34,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $651 | $171,230 |
| 2023 | $651 | $171,230 |
| 2022 | $651 +5.6% | $171,230 |
| 2021 | $616 +25.8% | $171,230 +32.8% |
| 2020 | $490 | $128,930 |
| 2019 | $490 | $128,930 |
| 2018 | $490 | $128,930 |
| 2017 | $490 +2.7% | $128,930 -11.1% |
| 2015 | $477 -7.5% | $145,040 -21.3% |
| 2011 | $516 | $184,260 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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Neighborhood: 28779
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Scotts Creek ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 5/10Smoky Mountain HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.3 mi
- 7/10Jackson Co Early CollegeGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Scotts Creek
- High: Smoky Mountain
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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