1887 Monteith Branch Rd

Sylva, NC 28779

$989,900
Price
1,938,420 / 44.5
Lot Size / Acres
an aerial view of houses covered in trees
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Description

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...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. Assessed value is for both parcels.
  1. Listed by Jayne Buchanan • Jackson County Realty, Inc. • jaynebuchanan14@gmail.com

Property Details for 1887 Monteith Branch Road

Waterfront Features
None
View
Long Range, Mountain(s), Year Round
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 10/01/2025 10:33 AM

Property Details for 1887 Monteith Branch Road

StatusActive
MLS #4307942
Days on Market85
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Acreage
Year Built-
Lot Size44.50 AC
CountyJackson County

Location

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Building Information for 1887 Monteith Branch Road

Lot Size44.50 AC

Payment Calculator

$4,944 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,891

Property Taxes

$53

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1887 Monteith Branch Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Frontage Type: State Road
  • Longitude: -83.2138924
  • Latitude: 35.4140664
  • Directions: From Waynesville, Hwy 74 West to Right on Steeple Rd-Left on Skyland Drive-1/2 mile to right on Monteith Branch-Follow 2 miles to property on left at gate.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $336,330.00
  • Parcel Number: 7643-42-7001
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • High School: Smoky Mountain
  • Elementary School: Scotts Creek
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Sq Ft Building Minimum: 0
  • Lot Features: Creek Front, Hilly, Level, Pasture, Private, Rolling Slope, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Views
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Possible Use: Development, Gardening, Pasture/Grazing, Residential
  • Property Type: Land
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Photos Count: 35
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Foundation Details Proposed: N/A
  • Additional Parcels Description: 7643-51-4781
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Plat Book Slide: 25/415
  • Restrictions: Manufactured Home Allowed, Modular Allowed
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Utilities: Underground Power Lines
  • Water Source: Spring
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fence
  • Fencing: Barbed Wire
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
  • Other Structures: Other - See Remarks
Interior Features
  • Habitable Residence YN: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered YN: No

Property History for 1887 Monteith Branch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4307942

$989,900—
Feb 17, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #410037038

$34,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/30/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4307942

$989,900
02/17/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #410037038

$34,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1887 Monteith Branch Road

Taxable ValueLand$167,150Additions-Total$167,150
Tax Record2025$635 ($53 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size1,045,440 SqFtStyleResidentialCountyJACKSONAPN7643-42-7001

Schools near 1887 Monteith Branch Road

This home is within Jackson County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Scotts Creek Elementary
Public - PK to 8
Smoky Mountain High
Public - 9 to 12
Jackson Co School Of Alt
Public - 6 to 12
Jackson Co Early College
Public - 9 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Scotts Creek Elementary
PublicPK to 8

Smoky Mountain High
Public9 to 12

Jackson Co School Of Alt
Public6 to 12

Jackson Co Early College
Public9 to 13

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1887 Monteith Branch Road, Sylva, NC 28779

1887 Monteith Branch Road is a 44.5 ac of land for sale in Sylva, NC 28779. This property was listed for sale on September 30, 2025 by Jackson County Realty, Inc., it's currently listed at $989,900. It has been on the market for a total of 85 days and was last sold on February 17, 2014. This listing's school district is Jackson County School District. Nearby schools include Scotts Creek Elementary, Smoky Mountain High and Jackson Co School Of Alt. 1887 Monteith Branch Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 44.5 ac of land on a 1,938,420 sq. ft. / 44.5 acres lot.

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