298 Timbuktu Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
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FOR SALE
1.14 ACRES

$369,900

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,498 sqft (on 1.14 acres)

298 Timbuktu Rd, Sylva, NC 28779

Est. Mortgage $2,087/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1976
1.14 acre lot
$247/sqft
1 Car Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

YOUR PEACEFUL MOUNTAIN ESCAPE — BEAUTIFUL MOUNTAIN VIEWS • 1.14 ACRES • NO HOA Welcome to your charming rustic mountain retreat, offering 3 bedrooms, a bonus room, and 2 bathrooms on a serene 1.14-acre lot with beautiful mountain views. Inside, you’ll find a new larger primary bedroom on the main level and an updated kitchen, with a new prep center that gives the kitchen plenty of counter space. Both bathrooms have been updated bathrooms, along with a cozy stone fireplace that adds warmth and character. The flexible downstairs layout offers plenty of space for family and guests, plus potential for expansion or a mother-in-law suite. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening sunsets from the deck, surrounded by the beauty of the mountains. The property features paved road access and a gravel driveway, along with a large carport and garage providing plenty of parking, storage, or workshop space. There’s even more to look forward to! A community park with a creek and walking path as you enter the development. NO HOA! Enjoy the freedom and privacy of mountain living without HOA restrictions. The location has easy and convenient access to the nearby towns of Dillsboro and Sylva. Quaint downtown Dillsboro is only 8 minutes away, offering charming shops, restaurants, galleries, and local attractions. Sylva, the county seat, is just 12 minutes away, providing additional shopping, dining, breweries, and everyday conveniences. Franklin, Bryson City, and Cherokee are not much further away. Our nearby outdoor adventures are beckoning you with tubing, kayaking, fishing for our infamous species of trout in the rivers and creeks, and with hiking on our scenic trails, including the Appalachian Trail. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence, weekend mountain getaway, investment opportunity, or a home with room to grow, this property offers a rare combination of mountain views, privacy, rustic charm, modern updates, and convenient access nearby towns. Come claim your own piece of the Smoky Mountains!
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listing Provided by: Shelly White
Sundog Realty, Inc.
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4374414
Also Listed on Carolina Smokies MLS, Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 298 Timbuktu Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Bath/Stubbed,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up AccessNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom S, Bathroom Full, Bonus Room, Flex Space, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1498 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, PropaneAppliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Filtration System, Microwave, Propane Water Heater, RefrigeratorDishwasherDryerLaundry: Laundry Closet,Lower LevelMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Electric,Heat Pump,PropaneHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Electric,Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Gas Log, Great Room, Propane
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated WindowsDoor: Insulated Door(s)Flooring: Laminate, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Laminate, Tile
View
Has a ViewView: Mountain(s), Year Round

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalPatio / Porch: Covered, DeckFoundation: Slab
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 3Other Parking: Garage is a pass through garage to the sides. Great for bringing in and storing needed material for possible gardens.Has a CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Driveway,Attached Garage,Garage Faces Front,Garage Faces Side
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Publicly Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Installed
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1498 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 109Days on Market: 114

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1976
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cabin,Rustic,Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Rough Sawn, WoodNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 7529303025

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $369,900Price Per Sqft: $247

Location

Direction & Address
City: SylvaCommunity: None
School Information
Elementary School: Scotts CreekJr High / Middle School: Scotts CreekHigh School: Unspecified

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 4374414

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1498 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.14 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 4374414Attic: OtherAttribution Contact: shelly.white@sundogrealty.comAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1498

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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  • Jason Daniel Clark
    "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
3MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$356K
Since last month
Increased$9K (+2.6%)
Since last year
Increased$178K (+100.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$95K (+36.3%)
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 +613% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$356K
August 2026$346K
July 2026$347K
June 2026$375K
May 2026$377K
April 2026$396K
March 2026$262K
February 2026$256K
January 2026$168K
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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.
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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
215 Honeysuckle Ln, Sylva, NC
0.09
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$300,000
05/07/26
2
2
1,018
24 Supooh Ln, Sylva, NC
0.15
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$225,000
08/03/26
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2
828
52 Supooh Ln, Sylva, NC
0.13
Single-Family Home
$230,000
07/22/26
2
2
827
149 Big Oak Springs Rd, Sylva, NC
0.69
Single-Family Home
$487,500
10/29/25
3
2
2,524
39 Honeysuckle Ln, Sylva, NC
0.04
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$185,000
03/25/26
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1
567
117 Blustery Rdg, Sylva, NC
0.71
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$395,000
11/12/25
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2,147
2015 Bettys Creek Rd, Sylva, NC
1.15
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$360,000
05/11/26
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1,152

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
39 Honeysuckle Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
0.04
$185,000
1
1
567
Recently Sold
215 Honeysuckle Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
0.09
$300,000
2
2
1,018
Recently Sold
Vl 17 Dove Rd #17, Sylva, NC 28779
0.12
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Off Market
4 Timbuktu Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
0.13
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Off Market
52 Supooh Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
0.13
$230,000
2
2
827
Recently Sold
24 Supooh Ln, Sylva, NC 28779
0.15
$225,000
2
2
828
Recently Sold
249 Dove Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
0.19
$175,400
2
1
648
Off Market
104 Timbuktu Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
0.16
$223,500
2
2
884
Off Market
Quiet Cove Pl #4-5-15, Sylva, NC 28779
0.19
$138,000
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For Sale
Quiet Cove Pl #7-11-15, Sylva, NC 28779
0.19
$68,000
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For Sale
Greenway Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
0.17
$275,000
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For Sale

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 6, 2026
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4374414
Listed For Sale
$369,900
Aug 14, 2026
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047060
ListingRemoved
$359,900
Jul 19, 2026
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047060
PriceChange
$359,900
Price decreased by 8%
May 22, 2026
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047060
PriceChange
$389,900
Price decreased by 3%
Apr 29, 2026
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047060
Listed For Sale
$399,900

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Frequently asked questions about 298 Timbuktu Rd

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 298 Timbuktu Rd?
    Based on a $369,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 298 Timbuktu Rd in Sylva, NC is approximately $2,175 (about $1,986 principal & interest, $114 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • 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 298 Timbuktu Rd?
    The closest schools to 298 Timbuktu 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).
  • What is 298 Timbuktu Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 298 Timbuktu Rd in Sylva, NC is $355,800.
  • Does 298 Timbuktu Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 298 Timbuktu Rd in Sylva, NC has air conditioning.
  • Does 298 Timbuktu Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 298 Timbuktu Rd in Sylva, NC has laundry facilities.
298 Timbuktu Rd, Sylva, NC 28779 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,498 sqft single-family home built in 1976. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Sep 6, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 4374414.