Tucked away in the heart of Jackson County, this 24.6-acre mountain sanctuary on Varsity Drive is a rare chance to create your own story in the Blue Ridge. From the moment you pass the gate and wind up the private road, you’ll feel the quiet embrace of nature. Sunlight filters through hardwoods, songbirds echo in the canopy, and old logging roads invite you to wander higher—each turn revealing fresh glimpses of layered ridgelines and rolling peaks.
The land is gently varied, with cleared house sites already in place—perfect for a family retreat, a private estate, or even multiple homes tucked thoughtfully into the landscape. Imagine waking up to long-range mountain views, enjoying coffee on your porch while mist drifts through the valleys, or gathering loved ones for evenings under a sky ablaze with stars.
Unrestricted and versatile, the property lends itself to bold visions: a hobby farm, a multi-generational getaway, or simply a peaceful hideaway minutes from Sylva’s dining, shops, and culture. Electricity, phone, and cable are already in place near the lower portion, while the ridge above promises breathtaking panoramas with selective clearing.
Close to Highway 23/74 for convenience yet utterly private, this land strikes a balance that’s hard to find—connection when you want it, solitude when you crave it. Whether you’re a dreamer, a builder, or a visionary, Varsity Drive is your canvas
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$249,111
1 Varsity Dr, Sylva, NC 28779
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24.64Acres
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24.64 Acres Lot
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What's special
Long-range mountain viewsPrivate roadBreathtaking panoramasCleared house sites
- 309 days |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 14, 2025 at 07:27am
Listing Provided by:
Lane Monk lane@landcrazy.com,
LandCrazy.com,
Thomas Cure,
LandCrazy.com
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4219561
Facts & features
Property
Lot
- Size: 24.64 Acres
- Features: Rolling Slope, Sloped, Wooded, Views
Details
- Parcel number: 7652865192
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Needed
- Water: Well Needed
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Sylva
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $202,320
- Annual tax amount: $31
- Date on market: 2/7/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 309 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,501/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $249,111+0% |
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| 8/25/2024 | Listing removed | $249,000 |
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| 9/6/2023 | Listed for sale | $249,000 |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $31 | $202,320 |
| 2023 | $31 | $202,320 |
| 2022 | $31 +5.5% | $202,320 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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Neighborhood: 28779
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Scotts Creek ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Smoky Mountain HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 mi
- 7/10Jackson Co Early CollegeGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Scotts Creek
- Middle: Scotts Creek
- High: Smokey Mountain
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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