521 Duchess Dr, Sylva, NC 28779
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FOR SALE
4.77 ACRES

521 Duchess Dr
Sylva, NC 28779

  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 420 sqft (on 4.77 acres)

$549,900

Est. Mortgage $3,003/mo*
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$549,900

Est. Mortgage $3,003/mo*
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1 Bed
1 Bath
420 sqft
(on 4.77 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
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Description

A property that offers what buyers search years to find: usable mountain land, privacy, views, and infrastructure already complete.



Tucked at the end of a quiet road just minutes from U.S. Route 441, this remarkable 4.77-acre property unfolds into three large, flat, dividable mountain parcels — an uncommon find in Western North Carolina, especially with infrastructure already in place.



Here, mornings begin with layered mountain light, evenings end under extraordinary star-filled skies, and every part of the land invites a different vision: a private retreat, a compound, additional homes, or an investment with rare built-in readiness.



A thoughtfully designed tiny home anchors the property, featuring a first-floor office/flex space, loft sleeping area, and matching custom storage shed — all positioned to take in the surrounding views. Native oak, poplar, pine, azalea, rhododendron, and dogwood frame the property naturally, creating beauty in every season.


What makes this property especially compelling is that so much of the groundwork is already complete:

• Private well

• Underground electric

• Three installed septic systems

• High-speed WIFI internet via Starlink

• Partially paved driveway

• Quick easy access off 441


Each parcel offers beautiful views and usable terrain — increasingly rare in mountain settings where steep land often limits possibilities.

Private and peaceful, yet only minutes from the conveniences of town and close to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this is the kind of property buyers remember long after they leave.

Some properties are simply land.

This one invites a future.

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$15/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$1,309
Listed
70 days ago

Home Details for 521 Duchess Dr

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: OtherNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 1Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 420 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Wired Internet Available, Other - See RemarksAppliances: OtherLaundry: In Bathroom
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Ductless,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ductless,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Ductless
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: One
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No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalFoundation: None
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Driveway
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Private Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Asphalt, Gravel, Paved, Other
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Installed
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 420 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 68Days on Market: 70

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2022
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Modular
Building
Construction Materials: MetalNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 7620956781

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $549,900Price Per Sqft: $1,309

Location

Direction & Address
City: SylvaCommunity: Serenity Valley
School Information
Elementary School: UnspecifiedJr High / Middle School: UnspecifiedHigh School: Unspecified

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 4376889

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 420 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

HOA Name: Serenity ValleyHOA Phone: 828-507-4516Has an HOAHOA Fee: $175/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4.77 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 4376889Attribution Contact: 704-705-8008Above Grade Unfinished Area: 420
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Andrea Ochoa, (704) 705-8008
Collective Realty LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4376889
Also Listed on Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Market trends in Sylva

Last updated May 2026
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Available listings
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Price History for 521 Duchess Dr

DatePriceEventSource
05/01/2026$549,900Listed For SaleCanopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4376889
02/07/2026ListingRemovedN/A
10/02/2025$549,900Listed For SaleN/A
04/30/2025$636,000ListingRemovedCarolina Smokies MLS #26039527
12/19/2024$636,000Listed For SaleCanopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4208326
03/09/2022$85,000Sold
N/A
08/01/2021ListingRemovedCarolina Smokies MLS
03/09/2021$114,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/27/2021$119,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/19/2020$130,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$918
Assessment$270,362
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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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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    "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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    "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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  • 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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    "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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Andrea Ochoa, Collective Realty LLC
Agent Phone: (704) 705-8008
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521 Duchess Dr, Sylva, NC 28779 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 420 sqft single-family home built in 2022. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on May 1, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 4376889.