Garnet Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
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FOR SALE
16.1 ACRES

$350,000

    Garnet Rd, Sylva, NC 28779

    Est. Mortgage $2,161/mo*
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    Home Highlights

    Lot/Land
    16.1 acre lot
    HOA $121/mo

    Local Information

    • Map ViewExplore the area around Garnet Rd.
    • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
    • Shop & Eat
    -- mins to
    Commute Destination

    About this House

    Discover an exceptional opportunity inside Garnet Ridge Preserve, a private, gated subdivision in the mountains of Sylva, NC. This rare 16+ acre parcel offers the ideal setting for those seeking a private mountain estate, multi-family compound, or potential subdevelopment within one of Western North Carolina’s most desirable communities. Featuring paved roads, underground utilities, and access to a stunning lodge-style clubhouse, Garnet Ridge Preserve offers privacy, luxury, and convenience. Bordering over 2,700 acres of U.S. Forest Service land, this property provides unmatched seclusion, protected long-term views, and direct access to an expansive natural playground. Whether you envision a private retreat surrounded by nature or multiple homesites for investment, this land delivers endless possibilities. Perfectly positioned between downtown Sylva and Franklin, residents enjoy quick access to the region’s best hiking, mountain biking, fly fishing, and pristine mountain lakes. With its combination of acreage, privacy, gated security, and proximity to outdoor adventures, this property stands out as one of the most versatile and desirable land offerings in the Smoky Mountains.
    Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
    Listing Provided by: Melissa Rogers
    Keller Williams Great Smokies
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4320106
    Also Listed on Carolina Smokies MLS, Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

    Home Details for Garnet Rd

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Active

    Interior Features

    Appliances & Utilities
    Utilities: Underground Utilities
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    No View

    Exterior Features

    Parking & Garage
    No Carport
    Frontage
    Responsible for Road Maintenance: Private Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
    Water & Sewer
    Sewer: Other - See Remarks
    Surface & Elevation
    Elevation Units: Feet

    Days on Market

    Cumulative Days on Market: 1Days on Market: 180+

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Building
    No Additional ParcelsNot Habitable Residence
    Property Information
    Usage of Home: Residential, SubdevelopmentParcel Number: 7527658540

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $350,000

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: SylvaCommunity: Garnet Ridge Preserve
    School Information
    Elementary School: UnspecifiedJr High / Middle School: UnspecifiedHigh School: Unspecified

    Agent Information

    Listing Agent
    Listing ID: 4320106

    Community

    Not Senior Community

    HOA

    Has an HOAHOA Fee: $363/Quarterly

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 16.1 acres

    Listing Info

    Special Conditions: Standard

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 4320106Attribution Contact: melissa@conleyrogerswnc.com

    Around this home

    What Locals Say about Sylva

    At least 68 Trulia users voted on each feature.

    • 81 % Say parking is easy

    • 81 % Say car is needed

    • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

    • 76 % Say there's wildlife

    • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

    • 69 % Say it's dog friendly

    • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

    • 64 % Say kids play outside

    • 61 % Say neighbors are friendly

    • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

    • 49 % Say it's quiet

    • 39 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

    • 37 % Say streets are well-lit

    • 32 % Say there are sidewalks

    • 32 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

    • 32 % Say there are community events

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      "Alot of Latinos here that have reportedly been following kids and moms around d in stores and parking lots"
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    • Bethna M.
      "there is a place where I live where people walk their dogs. there is also a dog park 10 minutes away. this town acomidates to dog owners ever well. I love loving here. I am trying to fond a forever home in this location. to be very very honest"
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    • Kayla C.
      "There are hardly any neighborhood events. We do have Fourth of July celebrations and one for Christmas."
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    • Ymojic82
      "Every Halloween have a lot activities for kids and adults, the Christmas parade is so beautiful, all the time have something to do in the town or areas adjacents. I love Sylva so peace and tranquility with amazing mountains."
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    • Sarah K.
      "The local businesses are friendly and have a lot to offer. The town is growing and expanding to make way for lots more. Friendly people and great energy "
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    • Sweets_925
      "There are a lot of hikes within an hour or so drive that you can bring your dog. You just have to worry about wild animals, even in your front yard."
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    • Audrey T.
      "Your neighborhood matters! Check your school district before relocating to Sylva. Small town living can be found here. "
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    • Sweets_925
      "I live near Main Street and it can be very hard to get out of my road bc there is so much traffic. Too many ppl (especially when WCU is in) drive on these tiny roads. Wrecks are common."
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    • Audrey T.
      "In town there are sidewalks that patrons can safely walk down with their pets. The dog park in Mark Watson park is very small. "
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    • Allison B.
      "Depending on where you live, it takes me 20 minutes to get to Main Street sylva. Public transportation via transit is an option for people in the community. "
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    • Kathryn M. R.
      "Most yards are not fenced, but people are generally conscientious about keeping their dogs controlled and safe. "
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    • Lrwoods13
      "There is only one small dog park for whole town. Lots of trails and hiking to take dogs on with a leash of course."
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    • Trulia User
      "dog friendly, beautiful scenery. Friendly community. Home town feel. nestled in the beautiful smokey mountains. "
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    • Bethna M.
      "it is becoming a college town. With the popularity of WCU this small town is growing fast while maintaining its hometown feel within its heart"
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    • Karenhassett65@gmail.com
      "beautiful views...beautiful small towns....several breweries....great restaurants....peaceful...small town living is great"
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    • Deatra C. S.
      "it is peaceful and great neighbors beautiful view well taking care of properties. quite place to live"
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    • Amanda Z.
      "Big college town but everyone is really nice. Traffic is kinda rough on the main streets but bearable. Lovely views and friendly town with a lot of festivals. "
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    • Deatra C. S.
      "i raised to boys here and i wouldn’t change it for anything great teachers and the community really supports the students"
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    • Bobbi S.
      "Small college town within 45 minutes of Asheville. Safe! wonderful place. Developing area downtown is nice. "
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    • Sara B.
      "Sylva is a small Beautiful quaint town. I moved here to raise my family. There doesn’t seem to be too much violent crime nor druggies here. I feel very safe here."
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    • Bennie M. .
      "I’ve lived here for a year and absolutely love this area! Friendly people everywhere you go, great local restaurants, and very family friendly!"
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    • Amanda Z.
      "It gets a little slammed in the mornings and early evenings. It’s a college town so it stays busy in town. "
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    • Krystal
      "We frequently have free live music events, street fairs on Main Street, a farmers market, and always a great small town vibe."
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    • Ashlee
      "We've lived here one year and now almost every family on the block, some of whom have become friends. It's safe for our toddler daughter and close to some of the best offerings in Sylva. We moved from Chicago, and while we miss our city, we'll absolutely be staying here as long as we can. "
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    • Malbee2317
      "I've lived here for 16 years, and it's a great place to live. Not only are the neighbors friendly, it's an ultimately safe place to raise a family."
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    • Jimmy V.
      "Beautiful house in a beautiful area. Just enough yard to keep you off the couch. Nice garden area. Low Mtc. house..Almost everything is new with recent renovation and addition. No restrictions. Horses.etc. O.K...Excellent, friendly neighbors. Convenient to Town, restaurants, medical facilities, entertainment and great Smoky mountain attractions. Only 20 min. from the Cherokee Casino."
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    • london m.
      "The area is absolutely extravigant with beautiful houses in the mountains without all the congestation of Wayensville and Asheville. With a beautiful scenery. Sylva still has a lot of its older buildings and a absolutely beautiful library !!!!"
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    Market trends in Sylva

    Last updated August 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
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    Sale-to-List Price
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    Price per sq ft
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    Available listings
    142
    3    MoM

    Home Value

    Trulia Estimate
    $59.5K
    Since last month
    Decreased$3K (-4.6%)
    Since last year
    Increased$17K (+40.3%)
    Since last sale
    Increased$48K (+481%)
    Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

    Trulia Estimate

    The of this home's value increased by +21% in the last 10 years
    MonthEstimated value
    2026
    September 2026$58K
    August 2026$61K
    April 2026$59K
    March 2026$65K
    February 2026$66K
    January 2026$68K
    2025
    2023
    2020

    Comparable sales

    These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
    Address
    Distance
    Property Type
    Sold Price
    Sold Date
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    Wedgewood Cv, Sylva, NC
    0.54
    Lot/Land
    $185,000
    11/19/25
    -
    -
    2175 Pumpkintown Rd, Sylva, NC
    0.45
    Lot/Land
    $40,000
    11/21/25
    -
    -
    90 Garnet Rd, Sylva, NC
    0.82
    Lot/Land
    $12,000
    01/22/26
    -
    -
    93 Garnet Rd, Sylva, NC
    0.76
    Lot/Land
    $28,000
    05/06/26
    -
    -
    43 Garnet Rd, Sylva, NC
    1.02
    Lot/Land
    $10,000
    05/26/26
    -
    -
    Apache Trl, Sylva, NC
    0.92
    Lot/Land
    $7,000
    11/13/25
    -
    -
    Wedgewood Cv, Sylva, NC
    0.58
    Lot/Land
    $336,500
    02/06/26
    -
    -
    17 Garnet Rd, Sylva, NC
    1.05
    Lot/Land
    $15,000
    03/18/26
    -
    -
    0 Chestnut Cove Road 0, Sylva, NC
    1.05
    Lot/Land
    $80,000
    11/05/25
    -
    -
    65 Savannah View Ln, Sylva, NC
    1.10
    Lot/Land
    $35,000
    08/20/26
    -
    -

    Nearby home prices

    Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
    Address
    Distance
    Price
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    Status
    38 Garnet Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
    0.03
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market
    Lot 71 Garnet Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
    0.05
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market
    187 Garnet Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
    0.12
    $328,000
    3
    1
    -
    For Sale
    212 Garnet Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
    0.21
    $154,800
    2
    2
    1,868
    Off Market
    534 Preservation Trl, Sylva, NC 28779
    0.35
    $1,790,000
    16
    9
    10,912
    For Sale
    Preservation Trl #47, Sylva, NC 28779
    0.46
    $49,900
    -
    -
    -
    For Sale
    2175 Pumpkintown Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
    0.45
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market
    268 Fruitwood Dr, Sylva, NC 28779
    0.53
    $227,900
    2
    1
    -
    Off Market
    Wedgewood Cv, Sylva, NC 28779
    0.54
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market
    Wedgewood Cv, Sylva, NC 28779
    0.58
    $336,500
    -
    -
    -
    Recently Sold
    376 Preservation Trl, Sylva, NC 28779
    0.57
    $899,000
    8
    8
    5,712
    For Sale

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    Dec 11, 2025
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26042860
    		Listed For Sale
    $350,000
    Jul 1, 2025
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26029476
    		ListingRemoved
    $44,000
    Jun 11, 2025
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26029476
    		PriceChange
    $44,000
    Price decreased by 41%
    Jan 4, 2025
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26025495
    		PriceChange
    $74,000
    Price increased by 72%
    Aug 14, 2024
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26029476
    		PriceChange
    $42,900
    Price decreased by 33%

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    Frequently asked questions about Garnet Rd

    • How big is Garnet Rd?
      Garnet Rd in Sylva, NC is about 16.1 acres.
    • What is the price per acre for Garnet Rd?
      Garnet Rd in Sylva, NC is listed at $350,000, or about $20K per acre.
    • What do residents say about Sylva?
      Residents describe Sylva, NC as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Sylva, NC.
    • What are the closest schools to Garnet Rd?
      The closest schools to Garnet Rd in Sylva, NC are Fairview Elementary (Pre-K/Middle, rated 5/10), Jackson County Early College (High, rated 9/10), Smoky Mountain High (rated 6/10).
    Garnet Rd, Sylva, NC 28779 is a lot/land. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Dec 11, 2025. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 4320106.